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Costa Rica's Natural Wonders

11 days
Start and end in San Jose
4.6
83 traveler reviews

Costa Rica's Natural Wonders

11 days
Start and end in San Jose
4.6
83 traveler reviews
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 25
Age range 1 to 99
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Highlights

  • Join a boat tour in Tortuguero National Park and see some wildlife
  • Hike the popular Arenal Volcano or relax at the spa center in La Fortuna
  • Explore the natural beauty of the exotic Manuel Antonio National Park
  • Soak up the sun, unwind and enjoy a leisure day at the Jaco Beach

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 San José (Costa Rica)
  2. Day 2 San José - Tortuguero
  3. Day 3 Tortuguero National Park
  4. Day 4 Tortuguero - Arenal Volcano National Park
  5. Day 5 Arenal Volcano National Park
  6. Day 6 Arenal Volcano National Park - Monteverde
  7. Day 7 Monteverde
  8. Day 8 Moneverde - Central Pacific Area
  9. Day 9 Central Pacific area - Optional full-day tour to Manuel Antonio National Park
  10. Day 10 Central Pacific area - San José
  11. Day 11 San Jose
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  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

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Number of tours

98

Age Range

1 to 99 years old

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.9
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.4
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.7
  • 4.3
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  • JW
    · January 31st, 2025
    We booked a trip for 6 friends on a tour to Costa Rica. Unfortunately, there were complications from the beginning. 1. Our flight was cancelled and Wingbuddy refused to answer the calls because they stated they were busy rebooting other tours. It took 3 weeks to rebook the flight. 2. Our tour bus was too small for our group. Their solution was to put the luggage on the roof of the van while we drove 5 hours through the jungle in the rain. Then they decided that the luggage will be stacked in the aisles. So the emergency exits were all blocked by the luggage, and no one could exit the bus until each row's luggage was moved out of the aisle. This caused a 1h delay. 3. The bus driver did not know the route to either the restaurant, which we passed 3 times and had to turn around illegally multiple times, then did not know the route to the hotel and asked people on the street. This caused a 2h delay. Because of all this we were 3h late for the town and missed the excursion. 3. The next day, the bus driver couldnt be found. The tour guide has to find him 30 minutes later. The bus driver then took us to a coffee tour where he went to the wrong coffee tour. 4. For all this hassle, Wingbuddy offered compensation of one alcoholic beverage at dinner. I have been on multiple tours all over the world, and I would not recommend this company at all.
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    Trip date: January 2025
  • A
    · August 8th, 2024
    We toured the Natural Wonders of Costa Rica this past July 2024. Our tour guide was Alan Rodriguez Nunez. Alan was an excellent guide. He is a walking encyclopedia, and everything he showed us included interesting facts, ie the type of birds he could identify just by sound and the local flora by its genus name. The tour itself was not too restrictive of a schedule as we were given ample time to choose where to eat for the dinners that were not included in the package. We were also able to shop for souvenirs at several shops. Alan always asked what we would like to do and checked that we were happy, he made sure we were never hungry asking when we would like lunch and dinner. Our bus driver, Raul was also excellent. Raul traversed the winding mountain roads with ease and it was comforting that he was at the wheel. Not having to worry about our itinerary and transportation was a great benefit of this vacation. Driving in Costa Rica is an adventure in itself. Since we had Alan and Raul to worry about the details of the tour, we were able to enjoy our vacation thoroughly and highly recommend this tour. In 10 days, we felt that we saw all the diverse regions of this country.
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    Trip date: July 2024
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  • A
    · July 20th, 2024
    Our tour guide, Jorge Loria, Costa Rica, was amazing. He made sure to please everyone and satisfy all our requests. He helped to keep us occupied and happy. What a gem!!!
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    Trip date: July 2024
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    · October 31st, 2024
    This tour was absolutely amazing! It was a...
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    Trip date: November 2023
  • A
    · May 1st, 2024
    Trip was amazing, definitely do the upgrades for hotels they were awesome
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    Wingbuddy commented on this review
    It’s fantastic to hear you had an amazing trip! We’re glad the hotel upgrades made a positive difference. If you need any more help with future trips or upgrades, just let us know. Thanks for your feedback!
    Trip date: April 2024
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  • A
    · April 27th, 2024
    Our tour guide went above and beyond!!! Our week was organized so well and we seen so much. It was perfect!!!
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    Wingbuddy commented on this review
    We’re thrilled to hear that your tour guide exceeded expectations and that the week was so well-organized and fulfilling. Thank you for sharing your perfect experience with us!
    Trip date: April 2024
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  • A
    · April 29th, 2024
    We had a great trip. Everything went according to plan. Our guide (Gerardo Zamora Diaz) did an excellent job. He is very knowledgeable, is a great communicator, and went above and beyond with his time and helpfulness. He created a group Whatsapp page where we could share photos and keep track of each other. This quickly helped build group comraderie and cohesion which added to the positive experience.
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    Wingbuddy commented on this review
    Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear that everything went smoothly and that Gerardo exceeded your expectations. It's great to know his efforts to foster group cohesion and keep everyone connected added to your positive... Show more
    Trip date: April 2024
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  • A
    · April 27th, 2024
    This was an awesome trip. Our guide Geraldo did a fantastic job. Kudos to our bus driver Tao who expertly navigated some very challenging terrain.
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    Wingbuddy commented on this review
    Thank you for sharing your experience! We're delighted to hear that Geraldo and Tao made your trip fantastic. Their hard work and expertise truly make a difference. We look forward to assisting with your next adventure!
    Trip date: April 2024
    Review collected by Wingbuddy
  • A
    · April 27th, 2024
    Excellent, excellent trip… everything went perfect!! Our guide topped it off though… Boa was the absolute best!!! The itinerary was perfect… experiencing so many different ecosystems… extraordinary!!
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    Wingbuddy commented on this review
    Thank you for your fantastic feedback! We’re delighted to hear that everything went perfectly and that Boa made your trip exceptional. It’s great to know the itinerary and diverse ecosystems exceeded your expectations. We can’t wait to help plan your... Show more
    Trip date: April 2024
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  • A
    · April 24th, 2024
    A very thorough and varied tour that delivered good value for the cost. Our VERY KNOWLEGEABLE (and entertaining) tour guide Leonardo called his fourteen charges (us) his "family" and did a capable job organizing a group that presented numerous challenges (age of members, health issues, hearing miscommunications, various preferences for activies, etc) with good humor and charm. The hotels were beautiful, comfortable, and situated in areas where the splendor of the natural environment surrounded us. The food was good, although the variety was sometimes lacking. The buses were comfortable, although I'd suggest, at least for long trips, a bus with a rest room for older tourists. However, the cautious workaround - mid-trip stops for bathroom breaks - worked fine for me. When a member of our group fell ill with a minor bug, Leonardo when out of his way to deliver the resources to help him recover quickly. I was highly pleased with the "Natural Wonders" tour and have recommended it to friends.
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    Wingbuddy commented on this review
    Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that Leonardo's expertise and charm made your tour memorable. It's great to know the accommodations and natural surroundings were impressive, and we'll take your suggestions about the bus... Show more
    Trip date: April 2024
    Review collected by Wingbuddy

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11 days
Costa Rica's Natural Wonders
From San Jose to San Jose

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    Diane

    Asked on May 6th, 2025

    Is this possible to join a trip to Manuel Antonio from the Polenta Leone Hotel tomorrow?

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    • WingbuddyOperatorWritten May 2025

      This would not be possible as the earliest tour start we have would be on May 14th in San Jose. We do apologize, but we would need some time to coordinate your travel and 24 hours would not be enough time.

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    Carolyn

    Asked on March 12th, 2025

    Please send me confirmation that our tour includes national park Entrance fee. Asap thank you so much.

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    • WingbuddyOperatorWritten March 2025

      We are very excited to hear from you! Please advise your preferred departure date and I will be sure to add it to your quote below. Should you have any other questions please don't hesitate to reach out to us again on this chat.

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    Anne H. M.

    Asked on January 26th, 2025

    Can I book additional excursions during the tour?

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    • WingbuddyOperatorWritten January 2025

      Yes, you will be informed about optional excursions available at the destination.

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    Khaoula

    Asked on January 7th, 2025

    How can I confirm our pick-up from the airport?

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    • WingbuddyOperatorWritten January 2025

      You will receive detailed instructions via email regarding your pick-up upon your arrival.

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    Patricia

    Asked on December 30th, 2024

    All of the dates of start and end of the trips don't match the dates on the wing buddy site. Some dates are one day before and some one day after. If I arrive April 13, the wing buddy site says it starts on April. Please confirm.

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    • WingbuddyOperatorWritten December 2024

      The dates posted on the Wingbuddy website are with the flights included therefore, this is why you may be seeing a discrepancy. If you are interested in booking the April 13th tour, you must make sure to book your flights to arrive in San Jose on April 13th and return on April 23rd.

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    Francisca

    Asked on November 26th, 2024

    How can I check for additional nights after the tour ends?

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    • WingbuddyOperatorWritten November 2024

      Post-tour accommodation can be booked based on availability at the designated hotel.

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    Erica

    Asked on November 9th, 2024

    Can I share on this trip if not possible what is the single supplement cost added to tour cost in $AUS

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    • WingbuddyOperatorWritten November 2024

      We do book many solo travelers for all of our packages however, we do no offer the option to pair you up with a solo traveler. In this case, you can select your preferred departure date and change the number of passengers from 2 to 1 and you will receive an updated quote in single occupancy on this page.

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    Nick

    Asked on November 7th, 2024

    Is there a way maybe I could try to find another flight to land on the 15th and the tour starts on the 16th?

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    • WingbuddyOperatorWritten November 2024

      Would you be able to book the same flight the day before? We could add one night in San Jose to your package which would give you one full day to rest and maybe start exploring.

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      Nick

      TravelerWritten November 2024

      I would like to do it before but unfortunately I can't get the leave for work

    • WingbuddyOperatorWritten November 2024

      We could suggest our Costa Rica Escape (7 nights), which could work with your dates. It involves fewer changes, making it a better fit for your mother.

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    Janet

    Asked on November 3rd, 2024

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    • WingbuddyOperatorWritten November 2024

      It is strongly advised that travelers have travel insurance for the trip.

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    Jimena

    Asked on October 27th, 2024

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    • WingbuddyOperatorWritten October 2024

      Please inform us in advance about any dietary restrictions, and we will accommodate them where possible.

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