From Cloud Forests to Volcanoes: Costa Rica With Your Grandchild

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Explore cool cloud forests and awesome animals on an exciting adventure with your grandchild as you snorkel, river raft and hike through the wild landscapes of Costa Rica together.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • 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

What's this trip about?

    Explore cool cloud forests and awesome animals on an exciting adventure with your grandchild as you snorkel, river raft and hike through the wild landscapes of Costa Rica together.

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Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CitySan José
End CityPlaya Pan de Azucar

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Culinary & Wine
  • Photography
  • National Parks
  • Yoga, Meditation & Wellness
  • Relaxing Retreats
  • Holy Land

Destinations

Activities

  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Yoga & Meditation

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

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Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive to San José, Program Orientation, Welcome Dinner San José

Participants must book flights that arrive into San José, Costa Rica no later than 4:30 p.m. on this day if they plan on attending the program orientation. Hotel check in begins at 3:00 p.m. See your program’s "Getting There" information regarding transfers.

Ori...

Day 2 Biodiversity, Transfer to Monteverde, Bat Jungle Monteverde

Getting on/off a bus; driving about about 94 miles, approximately 3.5 hours riding time. Travel is broken up by en route stops for program activities and lunch.

We will learn about Costa Rica's biodiversity during an informative presentation given at the hotel b...

Day 3 Monteverde Skywalk: Trails, Suspended Bridges & Zip Lines Monteverde

For those who prefer not to zip line, you can sit out the activity and later rejoin the group for the rest of the scheduled activities. Remember to wear sunscreen, insect repellent and tennis shoes. Do not wear open-toed shoes for today's activities. Coffee shop stop ...

Day 4 Corobici River Wildlife, Transfer to Rincón de la Vieja Rincon de la Vieja

Early morning (pre-breakfast) birding at lodge; if interested, please advise the Group Leader the night before. Getting on/off a bus; driving about 84 miles, approximately 2.5 - 3 hours riding time. Getting in/out rubber rafts, approximately 2 hours riding time; wear ...

Day 5 Early Morning Birding, Exploring Forest Trails, Free Time Rincon de la Vieja

Early morning (pre-breakfast) birding at lodge; if interested, please advise the Group Leader the night before. Our morning walk will cover a distance of approximately 2 miles and includes a segment with a small slope. Sunscreen, insect repellent, tennis shoes and bin...

Day 6 Transfer to Pacific Coast, Rincón de la Vieja National Park Playa Pan de Azucar

Getting on/off a bus; driving about 47 miles, approximately 2 hours or less riding time. Walking on undulating forest trails; wear closed-toe/closed-heel shoes, comfortable clothes, sunscreen and insect repellent. Bring your sports water bottle.

Once we check ou...

Day 7 Mangrove Boat Ride, Exploring Tamarindo, Beach & Pool Time Playa Pan de Azucar

Getting on/off a bus; driving about 19 miles, approximately 1 hour riding time. Getting on/off boat; bring a small pair of binoculars for nature viewing during mangrove boat ride.

After breakfast, we'll drive to the Tamarindo area in preparation for a leisurely ...

Day 8 Catamaran Sailing, Swimming & Snorkeling, Farewell Dinner Playa Pan de Azucar

Getting on/off a bus; driving about 6 miles, approximately 20 minutes riding time. Getting on/off a catamaran, approximately 4 hours including swimming/snorkeling opportunities. Snorkeling equipment will be provided. Wear sunscreen, hat, sunglasses and a bathing suit....

Day 9 Transfer to Liberia Airport, Program Concludes In Flight

Getting on/off a bus; driving about 24 miles, approximately 1.5 hours riding time to the international airport in Liberia. Hotel check out at 12:00 p.m. See your program’s “Getting There” information regarding transfers.

After checking out of our rooms and loadi...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,599
Price per day$289
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Meals Included
  • Number of Breakfast: 8
  • Number of Lunch: 7
  • Number of Dinner: 8
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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