Name: Costa Rica Adventure
Brand: National Geographic Expeditions
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Price: 3995 USD
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Rating: 3.5 (1 reviews)

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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 to amazing people - artists, musicians, chefs and entrepreneurs. The work we did was impactful and left a lasting impression on me. The food was great and our trip organizers ensured we were having fun at all points. I was surrounded by amazing people and the more I talk about the trip with others, the greater the appreciation I have for the experience TVP cultivated for me.

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It is a long flight going out, 11 hours.  British Airways were the airline 
chosen because of the direct flight, but the standard of service on the plane 
had much to be desired could not wait to get off the plane.

The first hotel in San Jose was okay but the food and drinks were very 
expensive, it would have been nicer to have had a hotel in the centre so that 
one could go out and see the city.

The adventure really begun the next day when we had a coach journey then boat 
to get to our first destination.

If you are a lover of birds you will love this holiday as they're so many to 
see, however the island is very green with cloud and rain forests which you 
can explore.  It is a country not contrasts and it should be seen.
I really enjoyed the walk at night, to go into a forest at night and see 
night creatures and just to hear different sounds.  I learnt to much.


Our group leader was excellent, he knew so much about the wildlife and was 
able to spot them while we were driving.  He was able to keep the group 
together and on time.


Don't expect to much from the food, I found it very boring and plain.  The 
country caters mainly for American visitors which is reflected in prices.  
Remember to pack waterproof and warm clothing for the evening's.


This holiday packs a lot in form the time spent on the island.  It would have 
been nice to visit some animal sanctuaries but there wasn't time, I suggest 
extending the trip to take this into account if one can.

Natural Highlights of Costa Rica

Breathtaking sights. Very knowledgable guide. Friendly yet not over bearing. 
Great variety of wildlife and flora and fauna seen. A very intense few days. 
Probably one of the most exciting and fulfilling experiences we have ever had 
the pleasure of experiencing. Would highly recommend this tour.
The purity of the rainforest... So lovely to see there is still so much 
natural habitat in existence.


Guillermo was a fantastic tour guide. He was very informative and friendly. 
Nothing was too much trouble for him. Always happy to help.


Take comfy walking shoes and plenty of change of clothes due to the high 
humidity and heat in Tortuguero. Would highly recommend taking luggage with 
wheels as its down to you to move your luggage about at all times and 
sometimes theres a small walk involved with this.


Just book it!! Worth every penny!

Fantastic, very well organised tour. Would highly recommend

This was a fabulous trip, giving you a slice of Costa Rica. There is a lot of 
driving between locations, ( at times 4-5 hours) some of the roads were still 
unmade, so can be very bumpy. The weather was extremely hot in places, but in 
Monteverde quite windy and therefore something warm to wear is a necessity. 
We saw so many beautiful birds and reptiles,on our boat trips and our guide 
had a wealth of knowledge of fowl and fauna. Beautiful kingfishers,herons, 
lizards,turtles,crocodiles to name but a few. The boat trips made it for 
me,but the visit to the Hot Springs was fun and a great way of getting to 
know your group! The suspension bridges were a lot lower than I thought they 
would be and it was far too short. If you are not afraid of heights and 
speed, go for the Zip Wire. I would recommend taking a waterproof jacket, 
walking boots or shoes, and mosquito repellent!
I loved the boat trip at Cano Negro; the boat was open at the front and you 
could stand and view both sides of the river for the local wildlife. We all 
had fun trying to spot the elusive sloths,but great time had by all.


He had an incredible knowledge of all the flowers and wild life, and could 
spot creatures from a great distance; very impressive.


Take a weather proof jacket,walking boots or shoes, mosquito repellent and 
buckle up!


I would recommend tagging on a few days at the end at a beach resort to relax 
and have a swim after a full on week.

There was a lot of hours travelling, however that is acceptable as the 
country's road system to the places we were going to do not allow shorter 
journey times, and some of the scenery was superb. Our drivers throughout 
were excellent as was our guide Glenda who worked hard to ensure we all had 
an enjoyable tour.
We were slightly disappointed with Tortequero  as the boat safaris could have 
been longer and we did not really go as far into the jungle as we expected, a 
lot of time was lost queuing up for entrance tickets and the last morning it 
would have been possible to do an additional safari and depart the lodge a 
bit later to return to the jetty. We actually saw more on the 2 1/2 hour boat 
safari in Cano Negro than we did in the whole time in Tortequero. The Monte 
Verde part was good but again more time could have been spent in the actual 
jungle than having nearly an hour to have coffee and shop at the information 
centre.
The time spent on the Rio Frio in Cano Negro where we saw lots of birds and 
all three species of monkey  to be found here with a great showing of white 
faced capuchin very close to the boat feeding.
In Monte Verde actually finding a male Resplendent Quetzal a very rare bird 
was enjoyed by all, the bird life at the accommodation was also well 
appreciated (note we are not specifically birders).


Glenda was escorting her very first trip and worked hard to ensure we all got 
the best out of the trip, She was very knowledgeable about the country, fauna 
and flora and the country's wildlife and birds and if anything was asked and 
she did not know she endeavoured to find the answers. Although she was 
lacking in experience which will come obviously, she made up for it with 
enthusiasm and in time will be a very good escort.


Costa Rica is a great place to visit and not just for the wildlife. It was 
our third visit having done the national parks on both coastlines on our 
previous visits and now the interior. If it is on your list of places to go 
then go, its worth it.

Very enjoyable holiday with similar minded folk with a superb guide and 
driver.  Thoroughly recommend but be prepared for chaos at the airport on 
arrival and exit - took us over 2 hours both times and long travel distances 
and early starts.  But overall worth it.  Thanks
Lots of highlights but daft as it sounds really liked that although mid Jan 
still had Christmas decorations up - bizarre but fun!


Excellent - one of best ever had and his level of English was amazing


Chill out / be patient at airport and enjoy the scenery on the long journeys


Take head torches for night walks and appropriate wet gear

Fab trip with great guide and driver but be prepared for long journey times and chaotic airport

Wonderful wildlife, great guide, highly recommended
The night walk


Jorge was great, very knowledgeable, highly professional.


Be prepared for long drives between locations


Highly recommended

Costa Rica National Parks Tours & Packages Tour & Trip Reviews

The most unique and meaningful trip I can remember going on