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Costa Rica

Lush rainforests, incredible biodiversity and the thrill of adventure - LiNGER longer in Costa Rica.

Fortuna waterfall, Costa Rica

Costa Rica

Lush rainforests, incredible biodiversity and the thrill of adventure - LiNGER longer in Costa Rica.

Bespoke Holidays and Sabbaticals in Costa Rica

This is a land of extraordinary tropical beauty, bursting with adventure. You’ll find virgin jungle, pristine beaches, dense coffee plantations and the mighty Rio Toro river, all interspersed by unique cloud forest and 7 active volcanoes. The wildlife is mesmerising too – howler monkeys, dazzling quetzal, elusive jaguar and miniature glass frogs. Costa Rica is home to 5% of the planet’s biodiversity. Spend your days walking, white-water rafting, learning to surf, ziplining through cloud forest and bird watching. Then kick back at sunset with ocean-fresh ceviche and a rum cocktail.

Costa Rica Showcase Itineraries

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What to see and do in Costa Rica

Activities off the tourist train in Costa Rica:

Swap busy Manuel Antonio National Park for the remote Corcovado National Park, home to jaguars, yellow poison-dart frogs, anteaters and ocelots.
Coat yourself in volcanic mud then soak it off in the Rio Negro natural hot springs (Liberia).
Sway to the infectious reggae beat in laidback Puerto Viejo, a hip little town on the Caribbean Coast.

About Costa Rica

When to go to Costa Rica

The climate here is tropical, which means temperatures are similar year round with April being the hottest month. Peak Season is November to April, the Green (rainy) season is May to October. But given that temperatures are similar, come in the Green Season when tourists are few. Temperatures typically range from 21C (70F) to 26 (80F).

Wildlife in Costa Rica

Flocks of birds migrate here between September and November - Cabo Matapalo is a major corridor for hummingbirds, toucans and scarlet macaws.
Or come November to May to see the iridescent quetzal near San Gerardo de Dota.
Leatherback turtles nest on the Caribbean Coast from February to April; green turtles during August and September.
Take a midnight tour to watch the turtles hatch by moonlight then find their way down the beach.
Corcovado National Park is awash with wildlife, including the strawberry (blue-jeans) dart frogs, rare harpy eagle, anteaters, ocelots and beautiful jaguar.
Butterfly lovers can see over 4000 species at La Paz Waterfall Gardens.
Kayak amongst dolphins in the Golfo Dulce near Piedras Blancas National Park. If you’re lucky, you’ll see humpback whales too.
Watch iconic sloths in the wild, lazily climbing trees or just hanging upside down, asleep.

How to make a difference in Costa Rica

Spend half a day (or longer) at Proyecto Asis, located close to La Fortuna de San Carlos which is dominated by the Arenal Volcano. Proyecto Asis rescues and rehabilitates wildlife and volunteers are offered a profound immersive experience that will develop and deepen your environmental awareness.

Plan your trip to Costa Rica

See our Costa Rica showcase itineraries for inspiration. Mix rainforest lodges with boutique beach hotels, conservation-focused activities and adrenaline-fuelled experiences. Our experienced team will guide you through. We meticulously personalise each of our trips, and guide you through the planning process to ensure your journey is carefully pieced together to suit your interests, length of travel and budget.

Consider visiting Costa Rica in combination with Nicaragua and Panama, or with an Ecuador & Galapagos add-on in South America for the ultimate wildlife and nature trip.

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