Costa Rica: A Touch of the Tropics
đ What makes this program special? Delve into an ecological paradise, walk amid lush rainforests and beneath towering volcanoes in enchanting Costa Rica. Transport your troop deep into a misty cloud forest, get up close to the world’s most magnificent plant and animal habitats, and see sensational waterfalls and hot springs. From beginning to end, experience natural beauty and thrilling adventures beyond what you ever imagined.
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Day 1: Fly to Costa Rica
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 2: San José ⢠Arenal region
Take a tour of a coffee plantation
Transfer to Arenal via a visit to a coffee plantation
Enjoy a hike in Arenal Volcano National Park
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Day 3: Arenal region
Enjoy a kayaking trip on Lake Arenal
Visit La Fortuna Waterfall
Visit the Arenal hot springs
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Day 4: Arenal ⢠Monteverde
Travel to Monteverde
Add this in-depth excursion:
Local food workshop
Try your hand at creating some of Costa Ricaâs culinary specialties during a visit to a local working mill. Youâll makeâand sampleâtortillas, artisanal coffee, and juice extracted from sugar cane. (Just save room for sobado, a candy made from the sugar cane plant.)
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Day 5: Monteverde
Participate in a canopy adventure (Participants must weigh less than 200 lbs)
Visit the Santa Elena Cloud Forest
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Day 6: Monteverde ⢠Central Pacific Coast
Travel to the Central Pacific Coast
Visit the Rainforest Adventure Park, where you will:
- Ride an aerial tram above the canopies
- Explore a nature trail
- Visit a butterfly sanctuary
Enjoy a crocodile jungle safari boat cruise
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Day 7: Central Pacific Coast
Visit Manuel Antonio National Park
Participate in a cultural exchange with locals
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Day 8: Central Pacific Coast ⢠Sarchí ⢠San José
Travel via SarchĂ to San JosĂŠ
Add this in-depth excursion:
Folklore evening
Opt to spend the evening learning about the rich cultural traditions of the region over a traditional Costa Rican dinner. After dinner, marimba music and entertainment by a local dance troupe will make this a night to remember.
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Day 9: Depart for home
Add 1 more day
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Day 9: San José
Enjoy a whitewater rafting excursion
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Day 10: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly to Costa Rica
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 2: San José ⢠Arenal region
Take a tour of a coffee plantation
Transfer to Arenal via a visit to a coffee plantation
Enjoy a hike in Arenal Volcano National Park
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Day 3: Arenal region
Enjoy a kayaking trip on Lake Arenal
Visit La Fortuna Waterfall
Visit the Arenal hot springs
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Day 4: Arenal ⢠Monteverde
Travel to Monteverde
Add this in-depth excursion:
Local food workshop
Try your hand at creating some of Costa Ricaâs culinary specialties during a visit to a local working mill. Youâll makeâand sampleâtortillas, artisanal coffee, and juice extracted from sugar cane. (Just save room for sobado, a candy made from the sugar cane plant.)
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Day 5: Monteverde
Participate in a canopy adventure (Participants must weigh less than 200 lbs)
Visit the Santa Elena Cloud Forest
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Day 6: Monteverde ⢠Central Pacific Coast
Travel to the Central Pacific Coast
Visit the Rainforest Adventure Park, where you will:
- Ride an aerial tram above the canopies
- Explore a nature trail
- Visit a butterfly sanctuary
Enjoy a crocodile jungle safari boat cruise
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Day 7: Central Pacific Coast
Visit Manuel Antonio National Park
Participate in a cultural exchange with locals
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Day 8: Central Pacific Coast ⢠Sarchí ⢠San José
Travel via SarchĂ to San JosĂŠ
Add this in-depth excursion:
Folklore evening
Opt to spend the evening learning about the rich cultural traditions of the region over a traditional Costa Rican dinner. After dinner, marimba music and entertainment by a local dance troupe will make this a night to remember.
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Day 9: Depart for home
Add 1 more day
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Day 9: San José
Enjoy a whitewater rafting excursion
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Day 10: Depart for home
Interested in leading this tour?
Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip airfare on major carriers; Comfortable motorcoach
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Hotels
8 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (9 with extension)
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Regional-style meals
3 meals daily: Except - dinner only on Day 1 and breakfast only on last day
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Entrances
Coffee plantation tour; Arenal Volcano; Hot springs; Kayaking on Lake Arenal; La Fortuna waterfall; Santa Elena Reserve; Canopy tour; Manuel Antonio National Park; Aerial tram; Crocodile River tour; Ox cart painting
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the wayâfrom recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
