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Costa Rica: Ocean Waves & Sunsets

8 days
Start and end in San Jose
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 18
Ages 18-39
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Highlights

  • Explore La California's vibrant nightlife
  • Hike trails around the majestic Arenal Volcano
  • Swim in the refreshing La Fortuna waterfall
  • Surf or relax on the beaches of Santa Teresa
  • Snorkel at Isla Tortuga's volcanic reef

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 San José
  2. Day 2 San José/La Fortuna
  3. Day 3 La Fortuna
  4. Day 4 La Fortuna / Southern Nicoya Peninsula
  5. Day 5 Santa Teresa / Montezuma
  6. Day 6 Santa Teresa / Montezuma
  7. Day 7 Southern Nicoya Peninsula / San José
  8. Day 8 San José
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  • MT
    · May 29th, 2025
    This tour gave me new wrinkles - not only sun but laughter all around the clock made this vacation one of the best I've ever been to. Our guide Berny supported us, answered us every single question patiently and excited us for Costa Rica! No doubt, he is a wonderful person and a responsible, great guide!! The nature in Costa Rica is incredible, the adventures were so much fun, the group became a little family and I would not miss out on any of the experiences!! I shall never forget this week and will be forever grateful for the people I got to know!
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    Thanks so much for this wonderful review, Marlene! We are delighted to know that you had such a wonderful time in Costa Rica and hope to welcome you on another adventure in the future!
    Trip date: May 2025
  • Costa Rica: Ocean Waves & Sunsets reviewer 2
    · March 11th, 2024
    It was a fantastic experience! We saw some of the most beautiful places! It was so nice to just relax and be shuffled from one beautiful place to another! Bernie our tour guide is a fantastic man! He never stops smiling!
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    Thanks so much for sharing your feedback! Your photos highlight the trip so well. We hope to see you on another adventure soon!
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    Trip date: March 2024
  • A
    · June 19th, 2022
    This trip was the honeymoon for my partner and I that got put off for 2 years because of Covid. Waiting was hard but made it so much sweeter when we finally got to go on our trip. I was a little apprehensive about a group tour but we had so many opportunities to be with each other and make new friends along the way that I wouldn't trade it for anything! Costa Rica is absolutely stunning and we are so lucky to have had the most amazing CEO to guide us!
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    Trip date: April 2022
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  • A
    · June 17th, 2022
    It was an emotional adventure. I was challenged physically, emotionally, and mentally. Despite our ups and downs, I would not change a thing. It was a journey of self-discovery, of learning about the world, and meeting people you never would have met otherwise. I am so grateful for this opportunity and want to keep the pura vida lifestyle in my heart and my everyday life.
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    Trip date: April 2022
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  • A
    · June 25th, 2022
    always there for you Great experiences and activities Unforgettable time
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    Trip date: April 2022
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  • KJ
    · March 5th, 2023
    The white water rafting was amazing and the waterfall at the end was a nice touch from the guide.
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Hi Kristina, Thank you for your feedback! Costa Rica is beautiful.
    Trip date: February 2023
  • Costa Rica: Ocean Waves & Sunsets reviewer 7
    · February 3rd, 2023
    Marina was a wonderful guide, so knowledgeable and friendly. She always had great suggestions for each location. I was a little disappointed that the cost of the tour didn’t really include anything beyond transportation and lodging, though I did know that going in. All activities are extra, which definitely drives the cost of the trip higher. It’s a beautiful country and I’m glad I went, but it’s definitely an expensive place to visit!
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Hi Rachel - Thanks for the positive feedback about Marina. She is an incredible CEO :)
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    Trip date: January 2023
  • Costa Rica: Ocean Waves & Sunsets reviewer 8
    · February 3rd, 2023
    We received a good amount of free time to plan our own activities but there were a lot of opportunities to eat dinner with our group and go out after we ate together in the evening. The accomodations were hostels but they were nice hostels! I love my time spent in Costa Rica! Our guide was really great too.
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Hi Maria, Thank you for taking the time to send through your feedback. It's so great to hear that you had a great time with us in Costa Rica!
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    Trip date: January 2023
  • Costa Rica: Ocean Waves & Sunsets reviewer 9
    · January 3rd, 2023
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    Tolle Reise, toller Guide. Hätte nicht besser sein können.
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Hi Sebastian! Thank you so much :)
    Trip date: December 2022
  • SK
    · October 2nd, 2022
    Yinier was the best guide ever!
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Hi Julia, Thank you for your feedback! Yinier is a really great guy.
    Trip date: September 2022

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    Andy

    Asked on June 6th, 2025

    First question it says to age 39. I'm 40 so is that ok? Next question if I book and need to change dates (not cancel ) for any reason can I without a charge?can I do single room ? Last question can I add a tour later?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten June 2025

      This tour is a part of our 18-30somethings travel style, which is only available for travellers between the ages of 18 - 39 to book onto. A 20% deposit is required to confirm a trip. This deposit is non refundable, however, if the tour is cancelled it becomes lifetime deposit on file for future use. If you decide to change the date up to 30 days prior to departure, we can cancel and book on the new date, and use the lifetime deposit towards it, so you will not lose it. You can book your own room for an additional charge. There are a few optional activities that can be pre booked, and it can be added later.

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    Eileen

    Asked on February 12th, 2025

    how strict is this tour age wise? I'm 59, but I'm pretty active.

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten February 2025

      the tour is specifically designed for 18 - 39 year old travellers. As you don't fit within that age bracket we won't be able to book you on this trip.

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    Lindsay

    Asked on February 10th, 2025

    is it possible please to add an extension on the beach at the end of the tour for a couple of extra days?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten February 2025

      Unfortunately, there is no way for us to customize the tour. If you wanted to stay in Montezuma longer, you would need to sign off the tour and make your own arrangements back to San Jose. You would not be reimbursed for the unused services.

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    Lynda

    Asked on February 9th, 2025

    Can I get an exception for that trip? I'm 41 currently and the tour is for ages 39 and under.

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten February 2025

      No, we cannot make an exception to the age range for this tour's travel style. Our 18-to-30 Somethings tours are designed for travellers aged 18-39 years old wishing to form interpersonal connections with travellers around their age. Travellers must be 39 years old or younger (but at least 18 years old) as of Day 1 of the departure date of the tour.

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    Mees

    Asked on February 8th, 2025

    Are meals included in the tour?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten February 2025

      There are no meals included in this tour. Meals are not included in the trip price when there is a choice of eating options.

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    Carlijn

    Asked on January 19th, 2025

    What if I am older than the maximum age limit?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten January 2025

      The maximum age requirement on this tour is 39 years of age.

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    Martin

    Asked on January 12th, 2025

    Looking for a better price on this departure date. will there be more discounts coming?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten January 2025

      We are currently having our biggest sale of the year. The tour you are enquiring about departs in a few weeks and is almost sold out. Therefore there will not be any other discounts available for this tour. The current promo is the best price you will get on this departure.

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      Martin

      TravelerWritten January 2025

      The following departure on February 22nd is priced at $884 Canadian before add ons. Could I have the February 15th departure for that price?

    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten January 2025

      Departure dates may differ in pricing, even if they are in the same month, but this is due to reasons such as filling up specific groups. So we cannot apply sales to departure dates unless they are there already. Let us know if you are flexible with your dates.

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    Erica

    Asked on December 26th, 2024

    If I am travelling alone will there always be people to enjoy the activities with or will there be times when I am left alone?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten December 2024

      There is free time on the tour most days, so you can choose if you would like to do something on your own or participate in some of the optional activities with other travellers.

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      Erica

      TravelerWritten December 2024

      Would there always be opportunities to spend time with other people? Especially meals? Would I ever be left to eat alone? This would be my first group travel experience and may be one that I choose to do as a solo traveller. I'm trying to understand how "group" works.

    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten December 2024

      No, you'll always eat and do activities with the group, only if you chose to do these alone would that happen. The group leader will always be there also to pick restaurants etc

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    Greg

    Asked on December 16th, 2024

    Are accommodations shared or private?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten December 2024

      Most nights on this tour are in multi-share hostels.

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    Natasha

    Asked on December 14th, 2024

    I would love to join this tour. Since I am going to travel to Europe afterwards I will have more luggage than what's probably usual (one suitcase, one large backpack and a small backpack). Is this going to be a problem? For example when traveling by ferry or public transportation?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten December 2024

      For the tour you are limited to one main luggage and one day pack, you could potentially take 2 backpacks as long they are not too big. You could potentially leave a bag at the start hotel since it would be the same hotel you will end at. There may be a fee for that but you can ask the hotel staff.

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