9 days
San José, Tortuguero, Sarapiquí Region, Arenal Region, Guanacaste

Costa Rica’s incredibly diverse ecology makes it a truly unique destination.

Venture to Tortuguero, a rural town teeming with wildlife and discover its 11 different habitats. In Arenal, discover a beautiful lake, a powerful waterfall, hot springs, and a looming volcano. And in Guanacaste, find an amazing collection of plants and animals against a backdrop of beaches and forested bluffs.
  • Day 1

    Arrive in Liberia

    • Travel to the Guanacaste region

    Fly to Costa Rica

  • Day 2

    Visit Rincón de la Vieja National Park

  • Day 3

    Visit hot springs

  • Day 4

    Enjoy a kayaking trip on Lake Arenal

    Visit La Fortuna Waterfall

  • Day 5

    Travel to Sarapiquí

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Canopy Tour

    Canopy Tour

    Zip lines unveil one of the planet’s most fascinating ecological systems from a unique perspective—from the tops of the trees! With local expert guides at your side to instruct you on safety protocol, you can decide which view you prefer—from below the trees or from above. Note: This optional reaches heights of 90 feet and is not recommended for anyone with a fear of heights. Travelers must weigh below 220lbs to participate. 

  • Day 6

    Travel by boat to Tortuguero

  • Day 7

    Enjoy a boat ride through the Tortuguero canals

    Visit Tortuguero National Park

  • Day 8

    Travel by boat to Tortuguero

    Travel via Braulio Carrillo National Park to San José

  • Day 9

    Depart for home

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  • Day 1

    Arrive in Liberia

    • Travel to the Guanacaste region

    Fly to Costa Rica

  • Day 2

    Visit Rincón de la Vieja National Park

  • Day 3

    Visit hot springs

  • Day 4

    Enjoy a kayaking trip on Lake Arenal

    Visit La Fortuna Waterfall

  • Day 5

    Travel to Sarapiquí

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Canopy Tour

    Canopy Tour

    Zip lines unveil one of the planet’s most fascinating ecological systems from a unique perspective—from the tops of the trees! With local expert guides at your side to instruct you on safety protocol, you can decide which view you prefer—from below the trees or from above. Note: This optional reaches heights of 90 feet and is not recommended for anyone with a fear of heights. Travelers must weigh below 220lbs to participate. 

  • Day 6

    Travel by boat to Tortuguero

  • Day 7

    Enjoy a boat ride through the Tortuguero canals

    Visit Tortuguero National Park

  • Day 8

    Travel by boat to Tortuguero

    Travel via Braulio Carrillo National Park to San José

  • Day 9

    Depart for home

Interested in learning more about this tour?

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Your experience includes

  • Airfare & transportation

    Round-trip flights on major carriers; comfortable motorcoach

  • Hotels

    8 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms

  • Regional-style meals

    3 meals daily (Days 2-8); dinner on arrival day; breakfast on departure day

  • Guided sightseeing

    Comprehensive sightseeing of natural attractions

  • Entrances

    Tortuguero Canals boat tour; ziplining; whitewater rafting; Lake Arenal kayaking; La Fortuna Waterfall; hot springs; Rincón de la Vieja National Park; snorkeling; Palo Verde boat tour

  • Full-time Tour Director

    Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.

  • Expert Local Guides

    Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.

  • Personalized Learning Support

    Our personalized learning experience engages students before, during and after tour, with the option to create a final, reflective project for academic credit.

  • Continuous Support

    Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.

  • Worldwide Presence

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  • 24-hour Emergency Service

    Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.

  • Peace of Mind Program

    Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.

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