Things To Do
Things To Do in Costa Rica
Costa Rica beckons with its huge variety of things to do.
Traverse diverse landscapes, from pristine beaches to lush rainforests. Explore lively cities, encounter exotic wildlife, and immerse yourself in rich Latino culture.
With stunning natural wonders like Arenal Volcano and Manuel Antonio National Park, Costa Rica offers a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for every traveller. Zipline over cloud forests, raft through roaring rapids, and lounge on idyllic sands.
From surf breaks to coffee tours, hot springs to canopy walks, Costa Rica has endless experiences in store across its varied settings. Discover pura vida on the trip of a lifetime in this natural paradise.
Manuel Antonio: Costa Rica’s Gay Coast
Where the Rainforest Meets the Pacific Manuel Antonio sits on Costa Rica's central Pacific coast, just south of the town of Quepos. Rainforest runs right down to white-sand beaches, and monkeys and sloths live in the trees above the hotels.
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Costa Rica: Marrying on the Pacific Coast
A First for Central America On May 26, 2020, same-sex marriage became legal in Costa Rica when a ruling by the country's Supreme Court took effect. Costa Rica was the first country in Central America to recognise it.
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The Arribada: Mass Turtle Nesting at Ostional With a Biologist
On certain nights, hundreds of thousands of olive ridley turtles come ashore on one black-sand beach, and you're there with an expert.
Ziplining the Costa Rican Canopy, Privately
Glide from platform to platform above the jungle, timed for the early hours when sloths, monkeys and toucans are most active.
Monteverde Cloud Forest With a Private Naturalist
Walk into one of the rarest habitats on Earth, where clouds water the trees and orchids hide on every branch.
Tours through Costa Rica
Classic Costa Rica Tour
Tailor-made HolidayDiscover a classic journey through Costa Rica, immersing you in untamed rainforests, volcanic landscapes, and pristine beaches. You will experience the vibrant streets of San José, the remote jungles of Tortuguero, the volcanic hot springs of Arenal, the mystical cloudforests of Monteverde, and the sun-drenched shores of Santa Teresa.
13 days tailor-made from £5,100 per person View trip
Luxury Costa Rica Honeymoon
Tailor-made HolidayCelebrate your love with an extraordinary honeymoon in Costa Rica, where untamed beauty meets luxurious seclusion. This journey takes you from the misty cloud forests of Bajos del Toro to the volcanic hot springs of Arenal and the golden beaches of Guanacaste. Every moment is designed for romance, with private candlelit dinners, intimate wildlife encounters, and breathtaking landscapes that set the stage for an unforgettable start to your life together.
9 days tailor-made from £5,950 per person View trip
Ultimate Luxury: Costa Rica
Tailor-made HolidayFrom lush jungles to the pristine coastline and cloudforests, this exclusive Costa Rican adventure is designed for those who seek the extraordinary. Over the course of this journey, you will immerse yourself in the country’s vibrant landscapes, encounter exotic wildlife, and experience the ultimate in eco-luxury. Your luxurious adventure begins at Finca Rosa Blanca, a boutique coffee estate where you can unwind amid rolling plantations and sip freshly brewed coffee with sweeping valley views.
From £9,895 per person View tripYour personal travel specialist, from the first conversation to the flight home.
Wolf delivered an amazing journey that got us closer to choosing Costa Rica as our retirement home.
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I've just completed a six-day Pacific coast trip in Costa Rica and I'm extremely impressed with the quality of the experience.
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I couldn't have been more pleased with Maria and, ultimately, my time in Costa Rica.
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