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Costa Rica Experience

9 days
Start and end in San Jose
4.3
31 traveler reviews
Costa Rica Experience - Intrepid Travel
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Tour Operator:
Intrepid Travel
Max group size:
12
Age range:
15 to 99
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
72367
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Highlights

  • Visit the most famous volcano - Arenal
  • Wander the markets of San Jose
  • Join a Mangrove tour by kayak
  • Walking tour through the Monteverde National Park

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 San Jose
  2. Day 2 Santa Rosa de Pocosol
  3. Day 3 La Fortuna
  4. Day 4 Monteverde
  5. Day 5 Monteverde
  6. Day 6 Quepos
  7. Day 7 Quepos - Manuel Antonio NP
  8. Day 8 San Jose
  9. Day 9 San Jose
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

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Operated by

Intrepid Travel

Number of tours

1,300

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

6 hours

Response rate

96%

Back in 1989, two guys from Melbourne, Australia by the names of Darrell and Manch set off on an adventure to the other side of the world. They travelled to Africa and without air conditioning on their modified truck, they filled it with supplies, some beer, a bunch of aviator sunglasses, and...

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.3
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.4
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.5
  • Transport
    Good
    4.0
  • Accommodation
    Good
    3.7
  • Food
    Good
    3.8
  • 4.6
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  • TM
    · August 22nd, 2024
    The only thing I would say is the pick up to the airport sucked they got the wrong time and I had to get a taxi other than that it was an amazing experience and would definitely go again!
    Intrepid Travel commented on this review
    Hi Theah, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, we're absolutely thrilled to hear you had an amazing experience and would definitely travel with us again! We're sorry to hear about the issues you encountered with your transfer, we have... Show more
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    Trip date: August 2024
  • Costa Rica Experience reviewer 2
    · March 21st, 2024
    our intrepid guide was so informative and helpful. the whole experience was just wonderful. A nice sampling of several areas of the country
    Intrepid Travel commented on this review
    Hi Laura, thank you for your great review! We are so glad you had a wonderful time in Costa Rica, a truly beautiful place :)
    Trip date: March 2024
  • RR
    · January 7th, 2024
    The Costa Rica Experience via Interpid gets very expensive. A lot of things aren’t covered daily and you paying more out of pocket. The home stay experience is a bit too much and not the best experience. I’d prefer may be to visit but not stay and do nothing for the whole day. I used to like Interpid but I feel they might have become too corporate and are compromising the actual experience for tourist. Costa Rica as a country is beautiful. I wish the iteneray was better and got more for what you already paid for. Some days we even paid for transportation. Ridiculous.
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    Intrepid Travel commented on this review
    Hi Raksha, thanks for your honest review of your Costa Rica trip. We're sorry to hear that your experience didn't meet all of your expectations. This trip is one of our Original style trips, where there is a balance of included activities with your... Show more
    Trip date: December 2023
  • CL
    · October 27th, 2023
    We had so much fun touring around Costa Rica. Our tour guide Carol was excellent! It was nice to be able to relax knowing where we were going, how we were going to get there and where we’d be staying every night was taken care of. We thoroughly enjoyed all excursions planned for us.
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    Intrepid Travel commented on this review
    Thank you for taking the time to leave us a positive review Catherine. We are so pleased to hear how much you enjoyed your time in Costa Rica and how your tour leader filled you with confidence whilst touring the country. We look forward to welcoming... Show more
    Trip date: October 2023
  • MM
    · October 26th, 2023
    Great guides and good transport, including a public bus back to San Jose. The accommodation was comfortable and sufficient. We were lucky to see a variety of wildlife thanks to our guides. Many extras, in USD, along the way.
    Intrepid Travel commented on this review
    Hi Maria, thank you so much for your positive review. Getting a local experience is so important to Intrepid, and we are happy to know that you enjoyed your days in transit. As well, it is fantastic to know you were comfortable and had the chance to... Show more
    Trip date: October 2023
  • EA
    · July 11th, 2023
    I thoroughly enjoyed my Costa Rican tour through Intrepid! What a beautiful country with so much to see and experience. Our tour guide Liza really made this tour as great as it was. She is such a kind and patient person, and incredibly knowledgeable about all things Costa Rican! I feel like I learned so much about each thing we saw and experienced through her! Thank you Liza for making this such an awesome week! I would definitely sign up for an Intrepid tour again!
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    Intrepid Travel commented on this review
    Hi Emma, thank you for sharing your experience with Intrepid, but in particular with Liza and your immersion into all the things you encountered beautiful Costa Rica! We are excited to see you again when the time comes, stay well, and please reach out... Show more
    Trip date: July 2023
  • A
    · April 15th, 2023
    Fantastic experience , Marvin is a knowledge guy and always ready to help. We love the home stay and all the other activités that were presented to us. I would have like to stay another day at Fortuna,maybe add a day in the tour, I really also love the visit to the coffee farm.
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    Intrepid Travel commented on this review
    Hi Annette! We are so happy to hear you had a lovely time on tour! Thank you so much for your feedback on your guide! We pride ourselves in having some of the best guides in the business. Who are happy to provide you with top notch experiences while... Show more
    Trip date: March 2023
  • GB
    · April 12th, 2023
    I enjoyed this tour. Jamie was an excellent tour leader: personable, knowledgeable, funny, communicative, and well organized. Costa Rica has much to offer. Beautiful scenery, friendly people, and a pleasant environment. Pure Vida!
    Intrepid Travel commented on this review
    Hi there Gary, thank you for your review - We're incredibly proud of our local leaders and, from your kind words about Jamie, it's clear to see why! The beauty of Costa Rica and its wonderful people is unmatched, thank you for choosing to experience... Show more
    Trip date: April 2023
  • Costa Rica Experience reviewer 9
    · December 19th, 2022
    Great trip with Lauren and our group was excellent. Had a great time visiting beautiful CR where out travel guide Lauren had every thing organized to the last detail. Would recommend this trip 100% with Lauren
    Intrepid Travel commented on this review
    Hi Deepa, thanks for leaving such a lovely review. We're glad that you had an excellent time exploring Costa Rica with us, and that Lauren's organisation was superb. Incredible leadership and passion for their region are key qualities of our leaders... Show more
    Trip date: December 2022
  • CR
    · May 17th, 2022
    Trip was simply Excellent trip with an amazing guide “Imalay”. Her knowledge and respect about culture and biodiversity is outstanding. Her care and attention to all our needs is beyond anyone expectations. I had a blast!
    Intrepid Travel commented on this review
    Hello Chantal! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience in Costa Rica with Imalay. We're so proud of the passion and knowledge of our local leaders, and we're glad to hear that was your experience too. Costa Rica is such an incredible... Show more
    Trip date: April 2022

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Costa Rica Experience
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What our customers ask about this tour

    The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.
    • Is there any support for booking flights?

      We can not assist with flights, but we can help with additional nights of accommodation and airport transfers.

    • What happens if I need to change my travel dates?

      Inform us of any changes to your plans at least 56 days before your scheduled departure, and you can select new travel dates or switch to an entirely different trip with no change fee.

    • Are there any specific health requirements for the tour?

      No specific health requirements are mandated for the tour, but it's recommended to be in decent physical health as some activities may involve moderate physical effort.

    • What do I need to know about the starting point of the tour?

      The tour begins and ends at the Urban Green Hotel in San Jose. The airport is Juan Santamaria International Airport [SJO]. The first day of your tour begins at 6 pm with a welcome meeting.

    • What is the minimum age for this tour?

      The minimum age is 15 years for this tour.

    • What is the physical rating for this tour?

      The physical rating for this tour is 2 out of 5 = Some easy physical activities included in your trip. No physical preparation is required to make the most of the journey.

    • What kinds of transportation are included on this tour?

      Transport includes Private vehicle, Boat, Public Transportation.

    • What accommodations are provided?

      Accommodation includes Hotel (7 nights), Homestay (1 night).

    • What are some optional add-on activities?

      Add on activities include San Jose - Pre-Colombian Gold Museum (Entrance fee), Monteverde - Suspension bridges tour, Monteverde - Canopy Zip Lining (Entrance, Equipment & Transport), Manuel Antonio - Mangrove Kayak Activity (with lunch), etc.

    • Do Canadians have to be vaccinated for this tour?

      Intrepid does not require travelers to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 for this tour. However, we strongly recommend that all travelers and leaders get vaccinated to protect themselves and others.

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    Good to Know

    • Currency
      Costa Rican Colon
      Costa Rica
    • Plugs & Adapters

      As a traveller from England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types A, B.

      Type A
      Costa Rica
      Type B
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    • Vaccines
      • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
      • 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.
    • Visa
      • 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.
      • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
    • Payment information
      • For any tour departing before January 7th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after January 7th, 2025, a minimum payment of $400 is required to confirm your booking with Intrepid Travel. 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 60 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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