Costa Rica is one of the most biodiverse countries in the world; it contains about 5% of the world’s species. The lush wild natural environment can be experienced all throughout the country and is easily accessible to the curious visitor. Costa Rica is a safe paradise. Unlike other countries, Costa Rica enjoys a very stable political climate and economic development, providing visitors with a tranquil setting for their stay. It is one of the few countries in the world with no army. The country and its people have a peaceful disposition, which makes for the perfect place to enjoy an unforgettable vacation. Costa Rica offers dreamlike landscapes, kind people willing to share their culture and a safe country to experience natural wonders.
Costa Rica provides the perfect combination of relaxation, adventure, culture, fine cuisine and wildlife. Visitors find in Costa Rica an adventure paradise set in the most beautiful natural and safe environment. It is also the home of four World Heritage sites certified by UNESCO.
Wow!! This is the seasonal waterfall in the Pailas Sector in Rincon de la Vieja National Park. In dry season, it’s just a TINY trickle with barely any water.
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AZURA HOTEL 4+*
Costa Rica All Inclusive Adults Only Resort with premium amenities, amazing tours and activities located in Samara, Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Discover a new definition of an All Inclusive Adults Only Resort that will exceed your expectations as you find yourself surrounded by lush vegetation, a golden coast and the tranquil waters of the Pacific Ocean. Explore & create your own epic adventure while enjoying the Pura Vida lifestyle that Azura has to offer. 5 restaurants. The hotel also offers a 24-hour fitness center and two outdoor pools available to guests, breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks are included daily. So are unlimited alcoholic beverages, juices and soft drinks.
7 nights all inclusive
from Calgary or Edmonton
Dec 17 $2725
Dec 24 $3715
taxes included
Volcano Trail
17 days: Antigua Guatemala to San José
From the laid-back vibes and waves of the Pacific Coast to tropical rainforests alive with jungle melodies, take the road less travelled on this trip through Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica with other travellers your own age. This is one of our most exciting trips, filled with breathtaking scenery and a chance to experience local culture with a two-night community guesthouse stay on the island of Ometepe. Enjoy a blend of public and private transportation, which not only keeps costs down but also gives you a chance to really meet the locals.
2023:
Dec 10, 11 $1627 Dec 24 $1844
2024:
May 5, 8, 12, 19, 26 $1754
June 2, 5, 9, 10, 16, 19 23 26, 30 $1754
Book the above dates by Nov 30, 2023
2024:
Jan 4, 7, 18, 21, 31 $2279
Feb 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25 $2279
March 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 24, 27, 31 $2279
April 7, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28 $2169
Costa Rica Quest
9 days San José to San José
Nature called you to Costa Rica — now here you are, suspended in the jungle canopy, locking eyes with a curious monkey. This action-packed tour of Costa Rica’s highlights is perfect for the adventurer with limited time who wants to explore the region’s diversity. Get your adrenaline pumping, follow a trail to the base of a waterfall, melt away in thermal springs, or relax on a beach — your guide will help you find the secluded spots only the locals know.
Soak in the thermal hot springs of Arenal Volcano
Search for the elusive quetzal bird in the cloud forest
Watch the sunset over the Pacific
Learn about sugar cane and coffee production at a local planta
2024:
May: Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays Fridays $1304
June 1, 4, 8, 13, 15, 21. 22. 27, 29 $1304
Book by Nov 30, 2023
2023:
Nov 30 $1599
Dec 4, 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 17 19 20, 21, 23, 24, 29 30 $1699
2024:
Jan: Sundays, Monday Thursdays and Saturdays $1749
Feb: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Wednesday $1639
March: Sunday Monday Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday $1749
April: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday $1749
Costa Rica Active Adventure
13 days San José to San José
Trekking, biking, horseback riding, kayaking, ziplining. Costa Rica really is the “Adventure Capital of the Americas.” Thrill-seekers will find more than enough to keep themselves busy over this trip’s 13 action-packed days. After landing in San José, embark on four days of exploration around Monteverde and Arenal Volcano. Raft down the mighty Pacuare River before crossing over to our remote rainforest lodge, surrounded on all sides by the thick, enveloping jungle. End the journey by heading down to the beach at Puerto Viejo
2023:
Dec 30 $2159 Book this date by Nov 30, 2023
2024:
Jan 6, 13, 20, 27 $2699
Feb 3, 10, 17, 24 $2699
March 9, 16, 23, 30 $2699
April 6, 13, 20, 27 $2599
Central America Journey
32 days: Playa del Carmen to San José
Escape the resorts and discover something extraordinary in Central America. Visit seven countries on this adventure and experience mighty ruins, clear Caribbean waters, Pacific waves, rainforests, and breathtaking scenery along the way. Explore indigenous Mayan villages and meet locals for an immersive experience that few travellers get to know. While you’re free to choose your own adventure, your accommodation and transportation are included. Our expert CEOs will help you make the most of your time. Take a trip that’s packed with all the things you need and nothing you don’t – 32 days of maximum adventure at minimum cost.
2023:
Dec 9 $3603 Dec 20 $3179 Dec 23 $3391 Book these dates by Nov 30, 2023
2024:
Jan 3, 16, 20 27, 30 $4519
Feb 6, 10, 17, 20, 24, 27 $4519
March 2, 9, 12, 16, 23, 30 $4519
April 2, 6,9, 13, 20, 23, 27 $4239
May 4, 11, 18, 21, 25 $3799
June 1 8 15 18, 22, 29 $3799
Trek Hidden Costa Rica
Think you know Costa Rica? Trade in the same old settings for the real deal. Trek into the heart of the jungle to live with three families in a remote village. Discover the emerald core of a diverse land while bunking down behind a massive waterfall in a hidden cave. Learn about the medicinal plants native to these parts and how to make sugar cane candy. This is a spectacular country with opportunities for waterfall rappelling, surfing, and whitewater rafting. This is what adventure is all about.
12 days San José to San José
Prices are per person in single, double or triple room occupancy.
2024:
May 25, June 22 $2159 Book either date by Nov 30, 2023
2024:
Jan 6, 20, Feb 3, 17, March 16, 30 $2749
April 13, 27 $2599
July 13, Aug 10, Nov 9, 23 $2599
Dec 14, 21, $2749
Costa Rica Adventure
16 days
San José to San José
If you’re looking for a taste of Costa Rica’s world-class highlights but want to keep things spicy with a sampling of hidden treasures, this action-packed adventure tops the menu. In spite of its small size, Costa Rica is one of the most biologically diverse countries in the world with volcanoes, wildlife, rainforests, and beaches to explore. This adventure offers a great balance of guided excursions and free time. Optional activities abound — choose to get your adrenaline pumping or take it easy with a stroll through a butterfly garden.
2024:
January: Mon, Wed, Thurs, Sat $2799
Feb: Mon. Wedn, Thurs, Sat $2629
Mar: Sun, Tues, Thurs, Frid $2629
April: Sun, Tues, Fri $2249
May Sun, Fri $2249
June: Sun $2249
COSTA RICA ESCAPE
7 Day Tour from San José to San José
Get back to the garden with an escape to Costa Rica’s natural paradise. From heart-stirring suspension bridges through rainforest canopies to the lava trails emerging from the depths of the earth. Visit Arenal Volcano and explore the wild places where pumas and jaguars prowl. Look skyward to spot the hundreds of multi-hued birds, butterflies, and a dizzying diversity of wildlife in the Monteverde Cloud Forest. Find your head in the clouds in a primeval forest blessed by trade winds, rain, and fog by day; and unfettered stars above by night. Go where monkeys and macaws make your day with mischief and count yourself charmed to see some of the 160-plus reptile species—from tiny amphibians to titan snakes. Get civilized too, with visits to an artisan village and a tour of Costa Rica’s largest city and cultural capital of San José.
Each tour is limited to an average of just 20 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted vacation, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery vacation is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.
2023:
Feb 11, 25, April 15, 29 May 13 27 $1159
June 17, July 1, 15, Aug 5, 12, 19 $1159
Sept 9, 30 Oct 14, Nov 4, Dec 9 $1159
