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Journeys: Explore Costa Rica National Geographic Journeys

14 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
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 16
Ages 12+
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Highlights

  • Explore Tortuguero's tropical waterways
  • Visit the Sea Turtle Conservancy
  • Tour a coffee cooperative in La Fortuna
  • Make tortillas in a local Costa Rican home
  • Hike through Santa Elena Cloud Forest

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 San José
  2. Day 2 San José/Tortuguero (1B, 1L, 1D)
  3. Day 3 Tortuguero (1B, 1L, 1D)
  4. Day 4 Tortuguero/La Fortuna (1B, 1L)
  5. Day 5 La Fortuna (1B, 1D)
  6. Day 6 La Fortuna (1B)
  7. Day 7 La Fortuna/Monteverde (1B)
  8. Day 8 Monteverde (1B)
  9. Day 9 Monteverde (1B, 1L)
  10. Day 10 Monteverde/Manuel Antonio (1B)
  11. Day 11 Manuel Antonio (1B)
  12. Day 12 Manuel Antonio (1B)
  13. Day 13 Manuel Antonio/San José (1B)
  14. Day 14 San José (1B)
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  • SO
    · August 29th, 2025
    Fabulous Costa Rica Trip
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    Trip date: July 2025
  • KT
    · August 18th, 2025
    Our guide Cesar was amazing. He went above and beyond to make sure that we all had the best experience possible everywhere we went!
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    Trip date: July 2025
  • Journeys: Explore Costa Rica National Geographic Journeys reviewer 3
    · March 22nd, 2025
    Except guide Esteban in Costa Rica Interesting country Nice people Beautiful diversity
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    Trip date: February 2025
  • Journeys: Explore Costa Rica National Geographic Journeys reviewer 4
    · February 24th, 2025
    4 Amazing locations in Costa Rica! From the Caribbean to the Pacific and the mountains in between this journey showcased the amazing flora and fauna of this most diverse Central American country
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    Trip date: February 2025
  • Journeys: Explore Costa Rica National Geographic Journeys reviewer 5
    · February 23rd, 2025
    Wonderful tour! Would highly recommend the Nat Geo Journeys tour in Costa Rica
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    Trip date: January 2025
  • SM
    · September 9th, 2024
    I enjoyed the tour. Eric our guide was knowledgeable and very helpful. I would definitely travel again!! Costa Rica has been on my bucket list for awhile I’m glad I chose your tour group and package!!
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    Trip date: July 2024
  • Journeys: Explore Costa Rica National Geographic Journeys reviewer 7
    · May 14th, 2024
    First solo trip, RJ was the most amazing tour guide. The tour was very well organised. Would definitely recommend ?
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    Trip date: April 2024
  • Journeys: Explore Costa Rica National Geographic Journeys reviewer 8
    · March 3rd, 2024
    The tour was everything we hoped for and more, Great nature, great leader & great travelling companions.
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    Trip date: February 2024
  • LF
    · February 26th, 2024
    Esteban Rojes was a very good tour guide. I appreciate getting to see 4 different areas. The home visist was wonderful.
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    Trip date: February 2024
  • AW
    · September 21st, 2023
    The expedition was absolutely brilliant and the G adventures rep really made the whole thing brilliant. The broker - Tour Radar were a let down - they failed to liaise with G Adventure (the tour operator) with any of the personal information I'd supplied such as air port transport times and dietary requirements which did make some things unnecessarily difficult. They also took an absolute age to respond to queries.
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    Trip date: September 2023

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    Yvonne

    Asked on September 21st, 2025

    I cannot tolerate beef. I am allergic to red wine, peanuts, and shellfish. I carry two EpiPen's with me at all times.

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      Yvonne

      TravelerWritten September 2025

      Once the plane has landed and we have our luggage in hand, how do we find the shuttle bus/private vehicle to shuttle us to the hotel Radisson?

    • National Geographic Journeys with G AdventuresOperatorWritten September 2025

      From the customs checkpoint please continue to the airport exit doors and outside there will be a National Geographic Journeys representative waiting there with a National Geographic Journeys sign. In case you don't see the sign, don't panic, continue walking to the Malinche Restaurant. If for any reason you still don't see your driver, please wait outside of the restaurant and contact us at the following numbers: Monday to Sunday from 8 am to 5 pm: +506 4001 8474 (ext 4), Monday to Sunday from 5 pm to 8 am: +51 997 582 712

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    Luke

    Asked on September 7th, 2025

    Would leaving the tour early and arranging alternative transport to the airport be a possibility? We would not then need the hotel for the final night.

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    • National Geographic Journeys with G AdventuresOperatorWritten September 2025

      Please note that if you leave the tour early, you will be on your own in regards to arranging an earlier private transport back to San Jose from Manuel Antonio to make sure you are on time for your flight, the CEO can try and help with this while on tour, however, you will need to pay for it (no information on cost as this is not a service we book). Note that there is no refund for unused services, since this is sold as a package.

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      I did not know about the emergency number. However, I figured it out after an hour and we are at the hotel.

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    Asked on July 22nd, 2025

    How much do I need to pay extra on top to the 2.729€ if I need to stay in a single room/my own room? And how much do I need to pay extra, if the plane starts on the airport in Munich. Will there be a direct flight from Frankfurt starting?

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    • The cost of 'My Own Room' is 1549.00 EUR but this has sold out on this departure, which means we would need to request more with our local office. Unfortunately flights would be booked separately by yourself as we are unable to book these for you. You would need to fly in and out of San Jose Airport (SJO).

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    What is the tour price including single solo supplement for hotel room for a Jan or Feb 2026 departure for this tour?

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    Can someone please confirm if there are 2 spots available and if we can book the hotel 1 day in advance?

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    • The April 3rd through April 16th departure only has one space available. April 10th through April 23rd has three space left. April 13th to April 26th also has 3 spaces left and can be confirmed right away. The request process can take about 2 to 4 business days and if we cannot confirm the space you will be refunded. We recommend waiting to book flights until the tour is confirmed.

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    Asked on February 13th, 2025

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    • National Geographic Journeys with G AdventuresOperatorWritten February 2025

      Transportation varies by tour but typically includes private buses, trains, and occasionally boats. Specific transportation details are provided in your tour itinerary.

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    Brian

    Asked on February 1st, 2025

    Would that timing work for your 26 October tour? Also our departing flight from SJO is on 10 November, so would you be able to arrange the extra nights accommodation for us?

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    • National Geographic Journeys with G AdventuresOperatorWritten February 2025

      Yes ths would work, though you would miss the welcome meeting which takes place in the starting hotel around 5pm. Joining instructions would be left for you in the hotel lobby however. An arrival transfer will be included and take you to the hotel. The group would then depart the next morning, so you have plenty of time. We can add post tour accommodation as well, no problem.

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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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