How much? £2,495 (£500 deposit)

Age: 18+

Costa Rica! This beautiful country is known for its stunning beaches, lush rainforests, and incredible wildlife.

Its territory is so small that it encompasses only 0.03 per cent of the planet´s surface but is still within the top 20 richest countries in biodiversity on Earth in terms of species density.

It is also home to some of the most important turtle-nesting beaches in the world, where it is still possible to witness this old survival ritual. Marine turtles have inhabited the Earth for over 100 million years, surviving extreme climatic changes.

Come with me - let's go explore Costa Rica!

Highlights

Spend 10 days in this beautiful country known for its stunning beaches, lush rainforests, and incredible wildlife.
Spend 3 days volunteering at an award-winning Turtle Conservation project
Exploring the Lava Flow trail from 1968´s eruption, traverse into a rainforest and enjoy a remarkable 360° viewpoint of the Arenal Volcano
Zip–Lining adventure in a forest
Explore Mistico Hanging Bridge Park: a spectacular biological corridor home to many species.

Key Information

• Location: Costa Rica

• Date: 1st November 2025 - 10th November 2025

• Accommodation: Various Accommodation Including Self Catering and Hotels (See Itinerary)

• Trip type: Exploration, Conservation, Adventure, Wildlife, Environment, Community

What’s included

Accommodation - 9 nights double occupancy accommodation
Meals - All meals as outlined in the itinerary
Airport Pick-up
Transportation - Private transportation throughout tour
English speaking guide - Guide & hosting services during the course of the tour
Entrance fees - All entrance & conservation fees to the reserves and tours on the itinerary
Airport Drop-off - Airport Drop-off at San Jose Airport
Pre-departure Support Pre-departure support
On-site support 24hr on-site support from our team

What’s not included

International Flights - International flights from your country of origin to the start destination
Additional excursions - Any extra trips, visits or activities NOT outlined in the itinerary
Additional meals - Any extra food, meals or snacks NOT outlined in the itinerary
Additional beverages - Extra drinks & beverages NOT outlined in the itinerary
Tips & Personal expenses - Personal spending money & money for tips
Travel Insurance - Travel insurance is compulsory for this trip
Visa - The costs of any personal visa which may be required for this trip.
Additional Nights - Any extra nights if you're staying on after the itinerary

ITINERARY

Arrival
On the 1st November 2025, you will arrive at Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) where you will be met and transferred to your hotel.
Departure
On the 10th November 2025, we will be transferring you from the hotel back to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) for your flight home.
Transfers are included only if arriving or departing on the 1st / 10th November.
Please do not book your flights until we have confirmed this trip has met the minimum numbers and is going ahead.
Meet Rhiane at Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) and transfer as a group to Casa Alma to get rested and refreshed.
We'll head out on the town for a welcome dinner before getting a good night's rest.
Let the adventure begin!
Meals Included: Dinner
Accommodation: Casa Alma
The day will kick off with breakfast and an in-depth orientation.
The in-country team will give us a run-through of what we'll be getting up to during this epic adventure, explain the do's and don'ts, the culture and customs, the day-to-day itinerary and offer some tips to help us get the most out of this trip.
We will then head off to the Coast! Travelling by air-conditioned bus, the journey takes around 7 scenic hours with stops along the way.
Upon arrival at the turtle project, we will learn all about the project and their goals to save the country's turtle population and more.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Conservation Project House
Working with a local award-winning initiative we will do a variety of tasks that not only focus on the turtle population but also the education of the local community.
The beaches in the area are stunning and have been the fertile breeding grounds for these turtles for thousands of years. Together we'll work to reverse the negative effects that humans have created and ensure that these legendary creatures continue to have a safe and sacred land for breeding.
We will get involved with beach cleanups, night patrols and educating the local community. Each and every task will play an important part in achieving the overall goal of improving the lives of and sustaining the population of Costa Rica's sea turtles.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Conservation Project House
This morning we'll kiss the coast goodbye and set off on our 200-kilometre journey up into the mountains.
The town of Monteverde is our next destination, and what a destination it is!
Made famous for its wonderful organic coffee, incredible views, warm and friendly locals and extreme sports.
Monteverde has it all, and we're all over it!
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Monteverde Mountain Hotel
The best way to experience this beautiful setting is from the air!
Today we will travel like a bird, skimming through the treetops and feeling totally free as we zipline through the jungle canopy!
After our adrenaline adventure, we'll head to La Fortuna, through beautiful winding roads ending at a stunning lake. We'll jump into a boat to cross the lake, sailing past an active volcano on the way!
The surrounding vistas are like something from Jurassic Park, all that's missing are the dinosaurs, but maybe we’ll spot a sloth along the way!
This is yet another day to remember.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel Tacotal
Today we’ll grab our hiking gear and explore the iconic views Costa Rica is known for.
Exploring the Lava Flow trail from a 1968 eruption, we will traverse into the rainforest and enjoy a remarkable 360° viewpoint of the Arenal Volcano.
Later we will have a magical end to the day in the thermal volcanic hotsprings!
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel Tacotal
After breakfast, we'll head to Mistico Hanging Bridge Park.
We’ll spend our final morning set in a beautiful landscape, exploring the Costa Rican forest. From the treetops, the understory and the forest floor; along the trails, we will be able to see many of the species that live in this spectacular biological corridor and the Mistico waterfall.
In the afternoon we will head back to where it all began, with a road trip to San Jose.
But the fun doesn't end... we have a final night out to give Costa Rica the send-off it truly deserves!
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: Casa Alma
After a hearty breakfast, we'll bid farewell to our incredible adventure from the mountains, to the sea and all the unforgettable memories we have made.
Transfer to San Jose Airport (SJO).
Meals Included: Breakfast
Nights 1&9
Casa Alma consists of 6 rooms, guest kitchenette, garden patio, indoor mutli-use area great for yoga class or game night, and many more nooks make the casa spacious and a great place to connect with others.
High-speed internet reaches to all areas of the house
Our stay at Casa Alma:
You're sleeping soundly in a clean, safe, comfy location, feeling right at home from the moment you step in.
You're prioritizing small local businesses that create positive waves at the local level.
You're fueling with fresh, local eats, made with love in the Casa Alma kitchen.
Nights 2-5
Our accommodation will be a shared house in a rural community and we'll be sharing rooms with fellow volunteers.
There are also shared bathroom facilities.
The accommodation is basic and clean.
Towels are not provided so it is important that you bring your own.
Each room is equipped with a fan to keep us cool at night.
Nights 6
High on the ridge above the coastal plain in the town of Santa Elena, Monteverde Mountain Hotel is situated within minutes of many local attractions.
This 38-room hotel offers high-speed internet, hot water & an onsite restaurant and bar.
Nights 7&8
Hotel Lavas Tacotal has one of the most privileged views of the magnificent Arenal Volcano.
It offers beautiful gardens and 2 swimming pools, along with rooms that include coffee makers, TV, air-conditioning, hot water & bathroom amenities.