Journeys: Explore Costa Rica

13 nights from $2719

13 nights

Journeys: Explore Costa Rica

Explore Costa Rica’s jungles, cloud forest, volcano views, and Pacific beaches on an upgraded National Geographic Journeys small-group adventure with meaningful local experiences.

$3199 pp
$2719 pp excluding flights $209 per night
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Explore Costa Rica’s jungles, cloud forest, volcano views, and Pacific beaches on an upgraded National Geographic Journeys small-group adventure with meaningful local experiences.
  • Cruise Tortuguero's jungle canals spotting monkeys, sloths, caimans, and birds.
  • Visit the Sea Turtle Conservancy to learn conservation and research efforts.
  • Discover coffee from bean to cup at Mi Cafecito cooperative.
  • Learn tortilla making during a traditional home visit in La Fortuna.
  • Hike the Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve among ferns and orchids.
  • Participate in reforestation with researchers at the Monteverde Institute.
  • Explore Manuel Antonio National Park’s beaches, trails, and rainforest wildlife.
  • Kayak coastal mangroves or open sea near Manuel Antonio, watching for dolphins.
Hotels vary greatly throughout Central America and even within Costa Rica depending on the location. We do our best to pick comfortable accommodations, but in popular locations options can be limited and we often use various different hotel depending on seasonality. It also is important to remember that hot water shortages and power outages can be fairly common, even in upgraded hotels. We appreciate your patience and understanding that these occurrences are outside of our control.



In Tortuguerro National Park we stay in a remote jungle Lodge that is only reachable by boat. Rooms are simple, with ensuite, electricity and hotel water, but due to this remote location, there can sometimes be interruptions to services. There is no A/C but each room has large-screened windows and ceiling fans to catch the breeze off the Caribbean Sea. While at the lodge during your downtime, you can enjoy the pool, bar or beach. The stunning location, wildlife and natural beauty of the location more than makes up for a few minor inconveniences.
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