Costa Rica: Secluded Wildlife Adventure

Length
8 Days

Departs

August, December

Capacity

18

Visit the hidden gems of Costa Rica as we seek out unique wildlife and authentic experiences. Witness the iconic Arenal Volcano, observe elusive sloths, and stay at an exclusive lodge on the Pacific coast of this biodiverse eco-paradise.

Explore Costa Rica’s biodiverse areas on foot, by boat, and while snorkeling. Relax by the pool of a luxurious lodge without road access. Look for colorful birds such as toucans and macaws, four species of monkeys, sloths, and more on the Osa Peninsula, one of the most biodiverse places on the planet. Visit Corcovado National Park and stay at the venerable Corcovado Wilderness Lodge. You’ll learn the meaning of Pura Vida from encountering inspiring Ticos throughout the tour who'll be sharing from their experiences about conservation and sustainability.

What's Included On Our Costa Rica Adventure

  • 7 Nights at eco-chic wilderness lodges
  • 24/7 Costa Rica guides and a Gondwana trip leader
  • Transportation: two internal flights, boats/ferries, and ground transportation in comfortable passenger vans/minibuses with professional local drivers
  • All meals as listed in the itinerary
  • National park fees
  • All tours and activities included in the itinerary
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Optional Pre-Tour Extension

Make the most of your Costa Rica tour by adding on pre-trip extension. Learn more about the extension by downloading the brochure above.

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Pre-Trip: Tortuguero National Park Adventure

Visit Tortuguero National Park, an ecological paradise with freshwater canals, wetlands, and forests that shelter diverse wildlife. Look for wildlife like toucans, monkeys, caimans, sloths, and otters while hiking, kayaking, and boating.

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Click each image below to see the full image and read the captions. You may also use the arrows in the gallery viewer to move from one image to the next. The photos were taken on this tour by Gondwana staff, guides, and/or guests. Enjoy!

Cheers to your Costa Rican adventure with a tasty cocktail at Bar Buho!
Cheers to your Costa Rican adventure with a tasty cocktail at Bar Buho!
Search for wildlife like whales and dolphins during a private boating tour of Caño Island.
Search for wildlife like whales and dolphins during a private boating tour of Caño Island.
With luck and depending on the season, witness sea turtles hatching on the beach during the Tortuguero pre-trip.
With luck and depending on the season, witness sea turtles hatching on the beach during the Tortuguero pre-trip.
Learn why Costa Rica is the home to ecotourism by seeking wildlife like the chestnut mandibled toucan.
Learn why Costa Rica is the home to ecotourism by seeking wildlife like the chestnut mandibled toucan.
Spot red-eyed tree frogs during a guided night tour.
Spot red-eyed tree frogs during a guided night tour.
Enjoy the peace of paradise at chic eco lodges.
Enjoy the peace of paradise at chic eco lodges.
Savor the slower moments in life amongst Costa Rica’s sloths.
Savor the slower moments in life amongst Costa Rica’s sloths.
Eat delicious meals surrounded by picturesque views at Corcovado Wilderness Lodge.
Eat delicious meals surrounded by picturesque views at Corcovado Wilderness Lodge.
Stay at sustainable lodges like Arenal Observatory Lodge, surrounded by nature’s beauty.
Stay at sustainable lodges like Arenal Observatory Lodge, surrounded by nature’s beauty.
Watch tender moments between families of spider monkeys on our wildlife excursions.
Watch tender moments between families of spider monkeys on our wildlife excursions.
Indulge in the flavors of Costa Rica in dishes like Patacones Del Tigre.
Indulge in the flavors of Costa Rica in dishes like Patacones Del Tigre.
Explore Tortuguero National Park on a boating expedition during our pre-trip extension.
Explore Tortuguero National Park on a boating expedition during our pre-trip extension.
Tour an organic coffee plantation to learn how red coffee cherries turn into your favorite brew.
Tour an organic coffee plantation to learn how red coffee cherries turn into your favorite brew.
Hike to stunning waterfalls in the Costa Rican rainforest near the Arenal Volcano.
Hike to stunning waterfalls in the Costa Rican rainforest near the Arenal Volcano.
Encounter unique wildlife like the tapir!
Encounter unique wildlife like the tapir!
Observing birds feeding and monkeys swinging from tree to tree against the backdrop of the Arenal Volcano.
Observing birds feeding and monkeys swinging from tree to tree against the backdrop of the Arenal Volcano.

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