4.8/5 Excellent
Excellent
552
Great
88
Average
14
Disappointing
4
Terrible
4
Costa Rica Tour & Trip Reviews
Costa Rica Tour & Trip Ratings
Tour Reviews
Sort by:
I just got back from the Costa Rica rain forest trip
I just got back from the Costa Rica rain forest trip ! I loved the activities and our stay. The food was great as most of it is grown in the ranch! Under30x provides...
I was one of the most amazing things
Flighting back right now from experience Costa Rica trip and I was ...
ghe tour was very interesting and our
ghe tour was very interesting and our tour guide was very experienced so made all our travel and border crossing very smooth and easy. Liked the route taken + excurs...
The tour had something for everyone. From
The tour had something for everyone. From the highest...
itravelld on the way to san jose
itravelld on the way to san jose between 18th October and 2nd November 2015. To be honest I had a wonderful tour leader Scott, I had a very enjoysble two weeks with ...
Costa Rica Reviews
The tour was fantastic. I had such
The tour was fantastic. I had such a brilliant time. Everything was so well organised and all the activities were so much fun. Our tour leader Scott was excellent, h...
Excellent way to see some of the
Excellent way to see some of the highlights of Central America. Tour well organised giving you plenty of time to check out the sites either with the group or on your...
Loved every minute of my tucan experience!
Loved every minute of my tucan experience! Our guide (Allie) was very helpful and would do everything she could to make sure we were having a good time! Will be reco...
An incredible experience, our local Guatemalan tour
An incredible experience, our local Guatemalan tour leader made sure we had a once in a lifetime opportunity. From thick rainforest, to caribbean beaches a jam packe...
The tour was a good blend of
The tour was a good blend of history and adventure, including Mayan pyramids and water sports.
Top Costa Rica Tours
5/5 Excellent
100+ reviewsPrivate Guided
1/5 Terrible
100+ reviewsSmall Group Tour
4.4/5 Great
100+ reviewsSmall Group Tour
Costa Rica Reviews
My tour guide was great and the
My tour guide was great and the tour itself was very nice.
Had a really enjoyable time, lots of
Had a really enjoyable time, lots of new experiences w...
As per previous tours, Tucan's awesome tour
As per previous tours, Tucan's awesome tour leader Becky Nicholls did...
Well organised. Some hotels are good with
Well organised. Some hotels are good with good envirnment.
Extremely disappointed. I have done lots of
Extremely disappointed. I have done lots of tours before with other companies and had excellent tour guides and a decent sized group. My tour consisted of two other ...
Costa Rica Reviews
A
Amanda
Oct 2017
Written on
Traveling to Costa Rica with TVP was unlike any travel experience I have had before
Traveling to Costa Rica with TVP was unlike any travel experience I have had before. Prior to the TVP trip in September, I had never been to Costa Rica or been part ...
A
Alex
Sep 2017
Written on
The most unique and meaningful trip I can remember going on
The most unique and meaningful trip I can remember going on. I can't emphasize the authenticity of the experience enough. Our guide was incredible and introduced us ...
N
Natalia
Sep 2017
Written on
Have you ever felt like the country you're visiting surprises you every day?
Have you ever felt like the country you're visiting surprises you every day? I have and it was thanks to The Vacation Project! I had been to Costa Rica about seven t...
an incredible rewarding experience
Not day goes by without reflecting on a trip my son and I took over the summer, following his high school graduation. We wanted to explore another country, and give ...
Very special
If you are seeking an opportunity to get to know the countries and communities you are visiting on a deeper level, definitely partake in Give a Day Global! The teams...
Editor’s Take
What to look for in Costa Rica Tour Reviews
Most trip reviews tend to focus on some or all of these 5 key areas, not all of which may be relevant to you: the tour guide, travel company, service level, country or countries traveled in, and the trip itinerary.
Remember, just because you see a 1 star review doesn’t necessarily mean that person disliked the country.
Nature tours are a huge part of traveling in Costa Rica and most reviewers reflect positively on these experiences. Reviews especially highlight the benefit of having a knowledgeable expert tour guide to help describe the many different species and point out particularly well camouflaged wildlife.
In addition, tours of Costa Rica usually have a strong focus on responsible and sustainable travel, often incorporating assisting with various wildlife initiatives into their itineraries.
That said, some negative Costa Rica tour reviews warn that it felt like the tour company had presented false information regarding responsible travel. Depending on your personal views, you may or may not agree, so be sure to read these reviews carefully.
Service level varies quite a bit when traveling in Costa Rica. Luxury eco lodges aside, for the most part you should expect to face some different levels of comfort than you may be used to at home. Travelers who may have been expecting a higher level of service, and no bugs, will have been in for a rude surprise, and this is another thing that could account for poor ratings.
Most travelers reviewing Costa Rica seem to have enjoyed their trip itinerary. Costa Rica is fairly small, so it’s easy to see a lot of the major sites, meet locals, and even have some free time to spend on the beach.
If you want a professional take on traveling in Costa Rica, see the Travelstride Costa Rica Guide »
Top Costa Rica Travel Packages
Sign in to reveal savings up to $700 per person!