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Costa Rica Classic 12 Day - One Life Adventures

12 days
Start and end in San Jose
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
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Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 3 - 20
Ages 18-59
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Highlights

  • Explore Poás Volcano and its active crater
  • Learn to cook traditional Costa Rican dishes
  • Spot wildlife in Monteverde Cloud Forest
  • Relax on the beaches of Santa Teresa
  • Kayak under the stars in bioluminescent waters

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Welcome to Costa Rica!
  2. Day 2 Volcanic Vistas & Food Fiestas
  3. Day 3 Sloth Encounters & Chocolate Delights
  4. Day 4 Free Day La Fortuna Thrills
  5. Day 5 Journey to the Cloud Forest
  6. Day 6 Volunteering & Exploring the Cloud Forest
  7. Day 7 Pacific Beach Vibes
  8. Day 8 Santa Teresa Beach Day
  9. Day 9 Make your way to Manuel Antonio
  10. Day 10 Monkeys & Mangroves in Magic Manuel Antonio
  11. Day 11 Free Day in Nature's Paradise
  12. Day 12 Hasta Luego Costa Rica!
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  • SH
    · November 30th, 2025
    The One Life Costa Rica tour is a must - if you’re considering it, do it! The itinerary was so well thought out, each destination had something different to offer and gave the full Costa Rican experience, and it was so well organised everything felt so seamless. The wildlife is truly incredible, so many wonderful animals to see!! Josue was a fantastic tour guide, his knowledge of his country, and the wildlife, was invaluable and it really added to our experience, and Walter (Tiki Tiki) was the best driver! Such a lovely 12 days - thank you so much!
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    Thank you so much for your review Sarah! We’re thrilled to hear you loved your time in Costa Rica it truly is a special place, and it’s great to know the itinerary, wildlife experiences, and variety of destinations all came together so perfectly for... Show more
    Trip date: November 2025
  • Costa Rica Classic 12 Day - One Life Adventures reviewer 2
    · November 30th, 2025
    I had an absolutely amazing time on this tour! Every day was packed with great activities, and I especially loved taking part in the ocean plastic clean-up — it felt incredible to have fun while also doing something positive for the environment. The accommodation was comfortable and well organised, and the whole experience was seamless from start to finish. Overall, it was a fabulous tour and I’d highly recommend it to anyone looking for an unforgettable adventure :)
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    Thank you so much your review Becca! We’re thrilled to hear you had such an amazing time and loved the full mix of activities especially the ocean plastic clean up, which is always a meaningful highlight. It’s great to know the accommodation and... Show more
    Trip date: October 2025
  • GH
    · November 29th, 2025
    Amazing tour of Costa Rica, we packed so much into the 12 days! Very good mix of activities and free time: Our tour guide Josué was soooo good and a wealth of knowledge. His passion for showing people this amazing country really shone through
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    One Life Adventures commented on this review
    Thank you so much for your wonderful review Georgia! We’re thrilled you loved the mix of activities and free time, and it’s great to hear Josué made such an impact he’ll be so happy to hear this. We’re glad Costa Rica impressed you and hope to see you... Show more
    Trip date: November 2025
  • Costa Rica Classic 12 Day - One Life Adventures reviewer 4
    · November 29th, 2025
    Great way to see a variety of climates and get involved in the Tico culture!
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    One Life Adventures commented on this review
    Thank you very much for your review Georgie!
    Trip date: November 2025
  • Costa Rica Classic 12 Day - One Life Adventures reviewer 5
    · November 29th, 2025
    Stunning nature, amazing Activities, lots of fun
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    One Life Adventures commented on this review
    Thank you for your review Sotiria, it sounds like you had an amazing time in Costa Rica!
    Trip date: October 2025
  • Costa Rica Classic 12 Day - One Life Adventures reviewer 6
    · November 28th, 2025
    I can’t recommend this tour enough! Costa Rica is an absolute privilege to experience, and there is truly nowhere else like it. The nature wildlife is out of this world. The itinerary was thoughtfully put together, the pace was balanced, and each destination felt unique in its own way. I’ll be recommending this country and in particular this tour to so many folks back home!
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    One Life Adventures commented on this review
    Thank you so much for this lovely review Vivien! We’re so glad to hear Costa Rica left such a big impression, the wildlife and nature really are something else. It’s amazing to know the itinerary and balance of the tour helped you experience it all in... Show more
    Trip date: November 2025
  • WG
    · November 28th, 2025
    It was good and enjoyable and lots of fun
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    Thank you very much for your review!
    Trip date: November 2025
  • LG
    · August 13th, 2025
    Very good experience, the guide was amazing and I really liked the route and itinerary. Only minor point is that there were quite some activities that were not included which made the total cost of the trip higher than I initially expected.
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    One Life Adventures commented on this review
    Thank you for your feedback Lia! We're happy to hear that you had a good experience in Costa Rica with us. We'll make sure to pass on your feedback to the relevant teams to look into making it more clear what is and isn't included throughout the tour on... Show more
    Trip date: August 2025
  • Costa Rica Classic 12 Day - One Life Adventures reviewer 9
    · August 12th, 2025
    This Costa Rica tour was perfect. We managed to experience and see different parts of this fantastic country. And our super guide Josue made this trip even more special. Pura Vida
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    One Life Adventures commented on this review
    Thank you for your review Alan! We're pleased to hear you were able to experience so much of what Costa Rica has to offer. We hope you made some incredible memories along the way!
    Trip date: August 2025
  • PB
    · August 10th, 2025
    Trip was amazing, saw so much incredible wildlife and got to learn about the culture. Our guide was incredible, spotting animals everywhere we went and became a great part of our group.
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    One Life Adventures commented on this review
    Thank you for your review Pheobe!
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    Trip date: August 2025

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    Asked on November 12th, 2025

    Would you have any cancellations for the Costa Rica tour in December?

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    • One Life AdventuresOperatorWritten November 2025

      Unfortunately that tour is sold out, but we can give you a spot on Jan 12th

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    Asked on January 2nd, 2025

    Is there a 15% discount available for this tour?

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    • One Life AdventuresOperatorWritten January 2025

      If you rebook your tour, we can offer you the same price and discount from your previous booking, which is 15% off.

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    Asked on December 30th, 2024

    I would like to ask a question on this tour - given that it is a discount, how many people have signed up for the 3rd Feb, and what are the nationalities?

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    • One Life AdventuresOperatorWritten January 2025

      There are currently 6 travellers, from the UK, Nethlerlands, Norway and USA. The age range is from 1994-2005. 3 travellers are male and 3 are female. All are solo travellers.

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    Can you advise if this departure date is guaranteed? If not, what is the minimum requirements and when do you expect these to be met?

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      Yes, this departure is guaranteed. We expect an average of 10-15 travellers for our Costa Rica tours scheduled in March.

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  • Vaccines
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    • Typhoid - Recommended for Costa Rica. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Costa Rica. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Costa Rica. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Costa Rica. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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    • For any tour departing before February 17th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after February 17th, 2026, a minimum payment of $350 is required to confirm your booking with One Life Adventures. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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