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Costa Rica Eco-Beach Adventure

By Best Single Travel

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Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Highlights

Visit Arenal Volcano. It is the only volcano in Costa Rica constantly active
Explore Tortuguero National Park
Discover Monteverde Cloud Rain Forest
Explore La Fortuna Waterfalls
Visit Manuel Antonio National Park, encompasses rugged rainforest, white-sand beaches and coral reefs

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, 50 Plus, National Parks, Singles Travel, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

What travelers are saying

"I recently took a trip to Kenya and I cannot imagine any other tour operator doing a better job. Let's start at the beginning. My flight from the US landed first in London and then a second flight was to have gone to Kenya. The airline nightmare began with AA being two hours late causing me to miss my next flight on British Air. BA had given my flight away before I got off the plan and had no acceptable replacement. I spent three days and nights at Heathrow airport forcing me to miss those days of my tour. I stood in lines hours long at the airport and my second replacement flight never left the ground after being held hostage in the plane for hours. I was ready to go home. My phone would not work much of the time in the airport, but I was finally able to contact Best Singles Travel. They figured out a way to arrange for a driver to meet me at the Nairobi airport three days after my trip began and take me to Samburu, a five hour drive where the group was then located. If it had not been for this effort in figuring out a way for me to meet my group then this trip would have been lost for me. And what a shame that would have been because once I finally arrived it was magical. I saw every animal as well as much of the countryside driving all over even with missing three days. The lodges were picturesque with monkeys playing on expansive grounds, wild birds and animals, beautiful colored geckos, mountains and streams in the background where the sun met a landscape expanding as far as the eye could see producing sunsets like those seen in National Geographics. Oh, did I mention the food? No US chemicals. Just organically grown and delicious. If anyone reading this decides to travel to Kenya then I hope you stop to see David Sheldrick's rescued baby elephants. I am grateful that Best Singles Travel and Patrick, our knowledgeable considerate tour guide, took the time, effort and resources to make the remainder of this trip happen for me because now I cannot imagine having missed it. This trip was organized, included lovely memorable hotels/lodges and attentive to our needs."

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Costa Rica Extended

By Under30Experiences

preferred

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Full schedule

Highlights

Sunset dinner at Playa Hermosa
Enjoy the beautiful beaches of Costa Rica
Explore local waterfalls and hot springs
Get hooked on some of the best coffee in the world
Uncover the mysteries of Costa Rican rainforest while hiking

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, 18 - 30's, Hiking & Walking, National Parks, High Adventure, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

What travelers are saying

"I had an amazing time on the Costa Rica starter trip. This was my first time traveling solo and U30X was a great way for me to safely see another part of the world and meet new people. Our trip leaders were Adrian and Delphine; they were very knowledgeable and fun. It felt more like we were just hanging out with our friends who happened to know a lot about the country rather than following around tour guides."

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9 days From$1,695

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Pura Vida in Costa Rica

By MT Sobek (Mountain Travel Sobek)

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Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Highlights

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!

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Family Friendly, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"First, let me say our tour guide Tomomi S. is hands down THE best tour guide I’ve ever had - knowledgeable, fun and made great efforts to ensure that we were comfortable and happy (MTSobek tour guides are independent contractors. Tomomi also works for other Adventure/Tour companies) Secondly, Japan is beautiful, clean and the Japanese people are very welcoming. The hiking in the national parks was amazing. It could have been a truly five-star experience if MtSobek had not cut corners so egregiously. The website said (at the time) group tours are 5-22 people. The tour gets canceled if the minimum is not met. When I paid there were TWO other people booked-a mother and daughter duo. Shortly before our departure date I called to see if the tour would be cancelled. I wanted my money back but Mt Sobek was “pleased to say that the trip would not be canceled”. In other words, I could not get a refund. At the last minute a guy named Matt signed up so there were four of us. Five days into the trip Matt left and took a train back to Tokyo. I said to him “You realize Mt Sobek is not going to refund you”. He said, “I don’t care, Mt Sobek scammed us.” With tax, the tour costs $11,645 for 13 nights. For that price there is an expectation that the accommodations Mt Sobek chooses would be decent and clean. We all fully expected a ‘traditional Japanese experience’ which often means no private bath and 8 out of the 13 nights we slept on futon mats on the floor. However, Mt Sobek consistently booked us in the cheapest Ryokans (hotels) in each area in which we travelled. Most of these hotels were unclean and very out-dated. One Ryokan they booked us in was listed on a hotel website for $40 USD/night when there were much nicer accommodations nearby for $100 USD/night. (The Japanese yen is way down, the luxury Park Hotel in Tokyo was $200 USD/night. A comparable hotel would have been about $800/night in Austin.). We were the only people staying in several hotels that accomadated many more people. The most egregious example of MtSobek’s booking the cheapest rooms is when we were booked at a large traditional ski lodge at the base of a spectacular mountain. It was beautiful on the website but had two very different wings. One wing was modern, clean and beautiful with simple beds. The other wing was very old (similar to a cheap Motel 6 that had not been updated since the 1970’s). The carpet and bathrooms were disgusting and like many of the Ryocans where we stayed the futon mats seemed as though they had not been cleaned In 30 years. Only after our tour guide checked us in did we realize we had been booked in the cheap rooms. I asked Tomo why. Immediately someone from MtSobek reached out to me and said, “gosh, I’m sorry you did not realize you were going to have a traditional Japanese experience”. Really? “Traditional” experience depends upon one’s budget. In the US, “traditional” to some people may be the Marriott, a Motel 6 or the Four Seasons Hotels. We were paying for a Marriott experience and received the one-star Motel 6 experience. Upon arrival in Tokyo I expected to be met at the airport by a driver (as many tour companies do). However, several days before our arrival dates in Tokyo, MtSobek sent an email telling us how to locate taking a city bus from the bustling Tokyo airport. That is interesting if you do not speak Japanese. MtSobek cleverly uses great photography and elaborate descriptions of the national parks and the hiking while using terms like “traditional Japanese experience with tatami-mat sleeping” to disguise sub-standard accommodations. At one point we were looking on-line at the very hotel where we were staying and did not even recognize it from the website pictures. The hiking was amazing. The group size was disappointing with just the three of us. I would absolutely recommend a hiking tour through Japan, just not with MtSobek."

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Pura Vida Yoga And Mountain Bike Retreat

By Sacred Rides Mountain Bike Holidays

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Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Highlights

Oceanside and studio yoga sessions
6 days of spectacular mountain biking including 3 days at Pura Vida Mountain Bike Park
The Rincon de la Vieja to Rio Azul “Epic Challenge”
Natural mineral hot springs at Blue River, a one-of-kind jewel
Mountain bike maintenance clinic

Themes

Cycling & Biking, Women Only, Yoga, Meditation & Wellness

What travelers are saying

"Amazing rides . Beautiful places. Great tour guides"

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8 days From$2,795

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Costa Rica Eco Adventures Tour

By Costa Rica Monkey Tours

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Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Highlights

Enjoy guided walk on hotel trails and in botanical garden
1 night at DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari or similar hotel in San Jose
2 nights of standard accommodations at Evergreen, Aninga, or Pachira in Tortuguero
Enjoy Boat tour to Tortuguero National Park
Enjoy Trip to Tortuguero town & visit of the Green turtle museum

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, High Adventure, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

What travelers are saying

"Absolutely loved our tour. We did the Jewels of Costa Rica and had a great time! Our guide Albert and photographer Antoinette treated us like family. They were so friendly and knowledgeable, and seemed to really love sharing their country with us. We bought the tour through Groupon after a lot of research on tripadvisor, and couldn't have been happier!"

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6 days From$999

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Coasting Costa Overview

By Life Before Work

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Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Highlights

Explore Tamarindo, It is a unique beach town with lots of surf
Enjoy watching the sunset with the whole group
Enjoy the activities like Zip Lining, Abseiling, Horse Back Riding, Rock Climbing, Mud Spa, Hot Springs and Rafting
Enjoy the beautiful white sandy beaches
Discover Santa Teresa

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"I was very excited to support a Canadian company, but unfortunately, this trip was anything but blissful. The tour guide was unprofessional, incompetent, and inappropriate. He was reported in the middle of the trip because of how vulgar he was being with the girls on the tour. Guided tours are supposed to be a haven for young, solo travelers and, unfortunately, this tour was the nightmarish opposite. If you plan on booking a trip with this company, please dig into who your guide will be, how many trips they have done, and what kind of reviews they have had. Additionally, the accommodations, activities, and transportation included in this trip cost a sliver of what I paid. I completely understand the additional cost of paying the full-time guides, and the price of convenience that comes from a trip being planned for you, but unfortunately, I did not get my money’s worth with LBW. Following my friends and my dissatisfaction with the tour and the inappropriate guide, LBW’s customer support team was unfortunately slow to respond, disorganized, and inconsistent with their suggested solutions. Please, save your money, and book with another company."

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7 days From$875

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Essential Costa Rica Tour

By Costa Rica Monkey Tours

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Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Highlights

Explore Guanacaste and enjoy all the eco–diversity Costa Rica
Visit to The Hacienda Guachipelin for a fully loaded adventure day tour
Discover Monteverde Cloud Forest, The places you must visit in the world
Discover the village of Monteverde
Visit to Palo Verde National Park is your

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"Absolutely loved our tour. We did the Jewels of Costa Rica and had a great time! Our guide Albert and photographer Antoinette treated us like family. They were so friendly and knowledgeable, and seemed to really love sharing their country with us. We bought the tour through Groupon after a lot of research on tripadvisor, and couldn't have been happier!"

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8 days From$1,049

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Costa Rica Explorer

By Life Before Work

none

Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Highlights

Explore Tamarindo is a unique beach town, Surrounded by National Parks and has breathtaking mountain views
Discover Santa Teresa
Enjoy the beautiful white sandy beaches, go on a boat trip
Visit Banana Beach Bar to watch the sunset
La Fortuna is most famous for the Arenal Volcano and being one of the biggest attractions in all of Costa Rica

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"I was very excited to support a Canadian company, but unfortunately, this trip was anything but blissful. The tour guide was unprofessional, incompetent, and inappropriate. He was reported in the middle of the trip because of how vulgar he was being with the girls on the tour. Guided tours are supposed to be a haven for young, solo travelers and, unfortunately, this tour was the nightmarish opposite. If you plan on booking a trip with this company, please dig into who your guide will be, how many trips they have done, and what kind of reviews they have had. Additionally, the accommodations, activities, and transportation included in this trip cost a sliver of what I paid. I completely understand the additional cost of paying the full-time guides, and the price of convenience that comes from a trip being planned for you, but unfortunately, I did not get my money’s worth with LBW. Following my friends and my dissatisfaction with the tour and the inappropriate guide, LBW’s customer support team was unfortunately slow to respond, disorganized, and inconsistent with their suggested solutions. Please, save your money, and book with another company."

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13 days From$1,696

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Costa Rica Extended

Pura Vida in Costa Rica

Pura Vida Yoga And Mountain Bike Retreat

Costa Rica Eco Adventures Tour

Coasting Costa Overview

Essential Costa Rica Tour

Costa Rica Explorer

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