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One Week in Costa Rica
All 7 Day Costa Rica Tours Itineraries, Tours & Packages 2021/2022
Plan an amazing trip for Costa Rica one week itinerary. Explore 140 Costa Rica 7 day trips from 139 experts with 2,416 reviews. Classic and off the beaten path itineraries.
Plan an amazing trip for Costa Rica one week itinerary. Explore 140 Costa Rica 7 day trips from 139 experts with 2,416 reviews. Classic and off the beaten path itineraries.
Costa Rica in a Week
Costa Rica: Family Volunteer Adventure
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- Spend a morning helping out at a wildlife rescue center
- Hike through the treetops of a cloud forest on hanging bridges
- Experience life in a rural town, planting trees and savoring local cuisine
- Rejuvenate in a natural hot springs at the base of a volcano
- Traverse a coastal rainforest to uncover pristine beaches teeming with wildlife
- Foster your family’s love of wildlife in one of the most biodiverse countries
- Spot wildlife such as toucans, sloths and monkeys with a naturalist guide
Costa Rica: Wildlife Safari
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- Canoe the winding waterways of Tortuguero National Park
- Come face-to-face with injured toucans, sloths, and monkeys at a local conservation center
- Tour the world-leading La Selva Biological Station in the rainforest
- Spot howler and white-faced monkeys while rafting the Sarapiqui River
- Experience a Costa Rican cooking class
Flavors of Costa Rica
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- Marvel at picture perfect Arenal Volcano and refreshen your sprit in the many thermal hot-springs
- Slow down a little and relax on the white sand beaches of Manuel Antonio National Park
- Cruise the Tortuguero Canals looking for wildlife from your jungle lodge and visit the local community for some fun
- Zipline high above the lush cloud forests of Monteverde
- Smell the sweet aroma of Costa Rican coffee at Don Juan
- Walk your way through cosmopolitan San Jose’s artisan markets while sipping on a smoothie
Costa Rica – The Sea Turtle Initiative
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- Volunteering with a sea turtle conservation organization
- Getting up close and personal with howler monkeys, toucans and reptiles
- Visiting a center that rescues and rehabilitates ocelots and pumas
- Hiking through lush rainforest with a naturalist guide
- Live steps from pristine Costa Rican beaches
- Boating through unspoiled rainforest to view crocodiles and tropical birds
- Flying through the treetops on a zip line adventure
- Tubing down a jungle river surrounded by beautiful vegetation
Premium Costa Rica
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- Visit a project focused on promoting sustainable agricultural practices while preserving ancient traditions. During this Exclusive Experience, tour the farm to learn about their processes and sit down to a farm-fresh lunch.
- Gain an understanding of Costa Rica’s rich biodiversity and history as you travel with an experienced local leader and explore with expert guides in La Fortuna, the Cano Negro Wetlands and Manuel Antonio National Park.
- Perched on a scenic hilltop, your Feature Stay offers incredible views of the sparkling ocean and lush jungle terraces. Surrounded by its own wildlife refuge, Si Como No Resort is the perfect base for exploring Manuel Antonio National Park.
- Board a raft and explore the wild Cano Negro Wetlands with a naturalist guide – this Exclusive Experience will get you up close and personal with monkeys, iguanas, caimans, bats and lizards in their natural environment.
- Get beneath the surface of San Jose with a visit the workshop of an artisan who makes traditional masquerades – learn about their craft and life in Costa Rica in this Exclusive Experience.
- By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Eden Reforestation Projects. Donations help them provide local employment opportunities and tackle climate change one tree at a time as they restore forests across 10 different countries.
Natural Highlights of Costa Rica
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- Visit multiple wildlife habitats in one week: verdant rainforest, lush mangroves, lava fields and serene cloud forests
- Abundant wildlife viewing with sightings of monkeys, birds and sloths expected
- Discover the tranquil waterways of Tortuguero, an important nesting site for green turtles
- Comfortable ecofriendly lodges and hotels throughout
- Two boat trips included at Tortuguero and a boat safari in the Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge
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Costa Rica Family Escape
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- Enjoy zip-lining and white-water rafting excursions
- Join a night walk in Monteverde to see the cloud forest come alive at night
- Relax on Carrillo Beach and enjoy the Pacific coastline
- Snorkel and join a boat excursion to see dolphins
- Experience the beauty and vibrancy of tropical Costa Rica
Costa Rica Family Journey: From Rainforest to Coast
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- Soar through the jungle canopy on zip lines
- Join a naturalist on a night walk through the cloud forest
- Keeping your ears open for the symphony of hooting owls
- Croaking frogs
- And chirping insects
- Test your skills at a cooking class as you whip up delicious costa rican dishes
- Jump into a natural mud bath
- And swim in pools heated by area volcanoes
Costa Rica: The Osa Peninsula & Manuel Antonio National Park
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- Take in the breathtaking views from irazú volcano
- Savour delicious farm-to-table cuisine at a wellness eco-camp
- Search for wildlife in the pristine corcovado national park
- Spot sloths and hit the beach in manuel antonio antonio national park
Family Costa Rica Highlights
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- An active nine day trip to Costa Rica including whitewater rafting in La Fortuna
- Cruise the backwaters through mangrove forests spotting crocodile
- Travel by boat into the heart of the Corcovado National Park in the Osa Peninsula for spectacular wildlife viewing opportunities
Costa Rica Active Escape
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- Enjoy an exhilarating white-water rafting excursion
- Join a night walk in Monteverde to see the cloud forest come alive at night
- Relax on Carrillo Beach and enjoy the Pacific coastline
- Join a fun-filled boat excursion to see dolphins
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- El Trapiche - learn about the farming and the processing of sugar cane, coffee and chocolate on an interactive tour
- Monteverde Cloud Forest - the option to follow the hiking trails through this beautiful biological reserve
- Arenal Volcano National Park - enjoy amazing views of Arenal volcano, take a scenic hike and opt for a dip in the natural volcanic springs
- Manuel Antonio National Park - discover the beautiful white sand beaches and wildlife of this wonderfully bio-diverse park, which is home to endangered capuchin monkeys, sloths and more
- San Jose - take in the highlights of Costa Rica's capital on a guided tour
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- Life is pretty colorful on a Costa Rica family vacation
- where even butterflies like the electric-blue morpho make visitors gape in awe. More than 850 different species of birds make their homes here
- from emerald-green parrots
- scarlet macaws and bright-billed 'flying banana' toucans to purple-throated hummingbirds
- orange-bellied trogons
- and red and green plumed quetzals. Green turtles and iguanas
- red frogs and white-faced monkeys are also a big draw too
- as you'll find out when you explore tropical rainforests and jungles on a rafting trip and a nature hike during overnight stays in riverfront lodges. Want to get the ultimate hands-on Costa Rica family vacation experience? Soar on a zip-line adventure through the rainforest
- learn all about living along a jungle river
- take a pineapple tour
- and see – as well as taste – how the cacao fruit is transformed into chocolate. And the best part – share it all with your family on Costa Rica: Jungles & Rainforests.
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- Life is pretty colorful on a Costa Rica family vacation
- where even butterflies like the electric-blue morpho make visitors gape in awe. More than 850 different species of birds make their homes here
- from emerald-green parrots
- scarlet macaws and bright-billed 'flying banana' toucans to purple-throated hummingbirds
- orange-bellied trogons
- and red and green plumed quetzals. Green turtles and iguanas
- red frogs and white-faced monkeys are also a big draw too
- as you'll find out when you explore tropical rainforests and jungles on a rafting trip and a nature hike during overnight stays in riverfront lodges. Want to get the ultimate hands-on Costa Rica family vacation experience? Soar on a zip-line adventure through the rainforest
- learn all about living along a jungle river
- take a pineapple tour
- and see – as well as taste – how the cacao fruit is transformed into chocolate. And the best part – share it all with your family on Costa Rica: Jungles & Rainforests.
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- Explore the cloud forests of Monteverde and the Arenal Volcano
- A personal journey to find your own Pura Vida
- Visit Tortuguero National Park
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- Life is pretty colorful on a Costa Rica family vacation
- where even butterflies like the electric-blue morpho make visitors gape in awe. More than 850 different species of birds make their homes here
- from emerald-green parrots
- scarlet macaws and bright-billed 'flying banana' toucans to purple-throated hummingbirds
- orange-bellied trogons
- and red and green plumed quetzals. Green turtles and iguanas
- red frogs and white-faced monkeys are also a big draw too
- as you’ll find out when you explore tropical rainforests and jungles on a rafting trip and a nature hike during overnight stays in riverfront lodges. Want to get the ultimate hands-on Costa Rica family vacation experience? Soar on a zip-line adventure through the rainforest
- learn all about living along a jungle river
- take a pineapple tour
- and see – as well as taste – how the cacao fruit is transformed into chocolate. And the best part – share it all with your family on Costa Rica: Jungles & Rainforests.
From Cloud Forests to Volcanoes: Costa Rica With Your Grandchild
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- I like to spend much of the day exploring
- Whether walking through historic neighborhoods at a moderate pace or out and about on a coach, I prefer to keep my days full
- Stairs don’t bother me, and I love to keep up with the group
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- Poas: Sightseeing of Poas Volcano; tour Doka Coffee Plantation and sample a fresh cup of coffee
- Arenal : Naturalist-led tour of the Arenal Hanging Bridges; Arenal National Park & Arenal Volcano; and Tabacón Hot Springs
- TÁrcoles: Tropical mangrove cruise
- Manuel antonio : Naturalist-led tour of Manuel Antonio National Park; farewell dinner
- Active volcanoes, prolific wildlife, tranquil hot springs, active adventures, and expansive beaches—this vacation has it all! Experience Costa Rica’s must-see national parks: Poas, Arenal, and Manuel Antonio
- From San José, travel through the cloud forest to Poas National Park, where you will find Poas Volcano and its massive crater, which erupts sporadically
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- Cariari: Tour a banana plantation
- Tortuguero national park: Guided cruise through the canals to view wildlife; guided walk through the rainforest; naturalist talkSARAPIQU
- Arenal : Guided sightseeing of Arenal Volcano National Park; sightseeing of La Fortuna town; and visit Tabacón Hot Springs
- Monteverde: Visit the Sky Walk hanging bridges; guided visit of Children’s Eternal Rainforest; Ecological Sancturary tour and cooking lesson; farewell dinner
- Sarchi: Shop for souvenirs
- Grab your camera and get ready for a wonderful vacation to Costa Rica! Witness bountiful wildlife in their natural habitat, enjoy relaxing dips in ecothermal hot springs, and learn about the Costa Rican culture on this thrilling adventure
- Among the many highlights of this tour is Tortuguero National Park, where you'll take a boat ride along remote, unspoiled sections of the park to view wildlife
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- Raft the Río Pacuare, considered by many to be one of the top 10 most beautiful whitewater rivers in the world
- Zip-line your way through a private rainforest reserve and explore secluded channels by kayak in Tortuguero National Park
- Take a forest hike near stunning Arenal Volcano and paddle the mystical waters of Lake Arenal
- Spot a variety of wildlife, including monkeys, iguanas, sloths, toucans, and caimans
- Enjoy a seamless, flexible, non-stop water park adventure—it's great value and perfect for families!
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