Current as of: September 30, 2025 - 04:50
Costa Rica Coast to Coast Ride Trip Notes
- Ways to Travel: Guided Group
- Destination: Costa Rica
- Programmes: Cycling
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Activity Level:
3 out of 7 - Moderate
- 14 Days: Land Only
- Ages: 16+
- Trip Code: MUD
- Carbon Footprint: 14kg CO2e
Trip Overview
From coastlines to lava fields, marvel at Costa Rica’s beauty from the best seat in the house – your saddle
Immerse yourself in the tropical scenery of Costa Rica by bike… there’s no need to hurry when the views so spectacular. Guided by a tour leader with unrivalled local knowledge, you’ll witness an ever-changing slideshow of idyllic coastlines, coffee farms, towering volcanoes and more. But this cycling adventure goes far beyond breathtaking scenery. Off the saddle, you’ll dive into the country’s rich wildlife and culture, gliding along Tortuguero’s wildlife-filled waterways, wandering through the botanical wonders of Las Cruces, and tracing ancient lava fields at the foot of Arenal volcano.
At a Glance
- Accommodation: 13 Classic nights (9 hotel, 4 lodge)
- 10 days of cycling
- Group normally 4 to 15, plus leader. Minimum age: 16
Highlights
- Cycle past rainforest, volcanoes and coast in Costa Rica, guided by our expert tour leader
- Visit Manuel Antonio National Park to spot wildlife
- Navigate the Tortuguero waterways in search of monkeys, caiman and more
- Discover Costa Rica’s rich biodiversity with a walk through Las Cruces botanical gardens
- Hike though a hardened lava field at the foot of Arenal volcano
Is This Trip for You?
This trip is classified Activity Level 3 (Moderate). For more information on our trip gradings, visit our Activity Level Guidelines page. If you have any queries about the difficulty of the trip, please contact us.
- Average daily distance: 19mi (31km)
- Number of cycling days: 10
- Vehicle support: 75%
- Terrain and route: 94% paved/6% gravel
- Total distance: 191mi (307km)
Routes and terrain: Though many of the roads are good, expect some potholes and poor road conditions in places. Routes follow quiet backroads wherever possible. On some sections on the Pacific coast only one road is available, so you should expect traffic as we head south.
Swimming: There are plenty of swimming opportunities on this adventure. However, the sea has very strong rip currents in Tortuguero and is not suitable for swimming from the beach. At Cahuita, heed the warning flags.
Water safety: This trip includes time by a lake, river or sea, where there may be opportunities to swim. You should always seek local advice before deciding whether to swim. Open-water or wild swim spots should be treated with extreme caution. Information on how to keep yourself safe while swimming is shown here.
Adult min age: 16
Min group size: 4
Max group size: 15
Itinerary
Land Only
- Start City: La Garita de Alajuela, near San José
- End City: La Garita de Alajuela, near San José
Land Only Itinerary
Adventure begins in La Garita de Alajuela, near San José
Begin your adventure in La Garita de Alajuela, around a 15-minute drive from San José airport.
We start cycling tomorrow, so enjoy the rest of the day to relax and
prepare for the exciting adventures ahead.
Want more time in San José or La Garita de Alajuela? Secure pre-tour hotel nights through your sales representative.
Accommodation: Hotel La Rosa de América (or similar)
Ride to Atenas • Boat tour through mangrove forests • To our beach hotel by Playa Bejuco
Gather as a group for the first time after breakfast for a welcome briefing and to collect and adjust our bikes.
Our cycling then starts right from the hotel, riding towards the town of Atenas, where we meet our bus and transfer (one hour) to Guacalillo.
Here, we embark on a beautiful boat tour through mangrove forests to the Rio Tárcoles, hoping to see crocodiles, waterbirds and even scarlet macaws as we go.
Enjoy lunch followed by a transfer (around one hour) to our beach hotel at Playa Bejuco. If tide and sand conditions permit, we can fit in more cycling and arrive at the hotel riding on the immense tropical beach (extra 6.2mi/10km for beach ride option).
Terrain: 95% paved/5% gravel
Accommodation: Hotel Playa Bejuco (or similar)
Wildlife walk in Manuel Antonio National Park • To Dominical
Start with a transfer (approximately one hour) to Manuel Antonio National Park, one of the great wildlife-watching destinations in Costa Rica. Join an expert guide for a two-hour nature walk, who can teach us all about the local flora and fauna and help us spot the iguanas and white-faced capuchin monkeys that live here.
Leaving the park, we have a 40-minute transfer to the village of Maritima de Quepos. From here, we ride to Savegre, before crossing wide African palm tree plantations en route to Dominical town.
Terrain: 95% paved/5% gravel
Accommodation: Villas Rio Mar (or similar)
Hike and swim in Uvita Waterfall • Discover the mysterious Diquís spheres • Ride the Osa Peninsula
Leave the hotel by bike, riding to the town of Uvita, where we hike to the jungle-wrapped Uvita Waterfall for a refreshing swim.
After, we continue by bus (40 minutes) to Palmar Sur, where we see the 2,000-year-old Diquís spheres. The purpose of these bolas de piedra (stone balls) remains a mystery, which our expert guide will explain during our visit. We also visit the former train station for banana transportation to the port of Golfito.
There’s time for lunch, before we continue by bus via Chacarita, crossing the northern shores of the Golfo Dulce. From Los Mogos, we cycle on the Osa Peninsula, described by National Geographic as ‘the most biologically intense place on earth’.
We reach our next hotel in Puerto Jimenez by bike. End the day with a refreshing bath in the Golfo Dulce, enjoying the natural environment.
Terrain: 97% paved/3% gravel
Accommodation: Cabinas Refugio Turistico (or similar)
Beach time • Ride through Piedras Blancas National Park • To Las Cruces Biological Station
Enjoy a relaxing morning on the beach, before a transfer (1hr 30min) to the village of Rincon de Osa.
From here, we enjoy a scenic ride through the woods of Piedras Blancas National Park, granting some beautiful views of the Golfo Dulce.
We have time for lunch at Chacarita, before transferring (1hr 30min) to Las Cruces Biological Station, a vital tropical research centre that hosts leading scientists, researchers and natural history enthusiasts alike.
Terrain: 100% paved
Accommodation: OTS Las Cruces (or similar)
Ride to San Vito • Nature walk through Las Cruces botanical garden
Cycle to the southern town of San Vito this morning, enjoying rural Costa Rica as we go. On this circular route, we visit Sabalito town, where we stop at the coffee mill of the local coffee cooperative Coope Sabalito, before riding the ascent back to Las Cruces.
After lunch at the biological station, we join an expert guide for a nature walk
Terrain: 90% paved/10% gravel
Accommodation: OTS Las Cruces (or similar)
Cycle to Paso Real • To San Gerardo de Rivas
Start today with a 10-minute transfer to San Vito, where we enjoy a nice downhill ride near the biological corridor between Costa Rica and Panama: La Amistad National Park. It is also an area of indigenous territories, where the Ngöbe Buglé people can sometimes be seen in traditional dress.
At Paso Real, where the Río General meets the huge Río Térraba, we finish today’s route with our box lunch, before we transfer (about two hours) to our mountain hotel in San Gerardo de Rivas.
Terrain: 85% paved/15% gravel
Accommodation: El Pelicano Mountain Lodge (or similar)
Ride alongside the Río Chirripo • Cycle past coffee plantations to Orosi
We have two cycling stages today! First, we cycle along the Río Chirripo from our hotel down to the Pan-American Highway, enjoying beautiful views of Cerro Chirripó, the highest mountain in Costa Rica.
We load up the bikes at San Isidro and cross the Cerro de la Muerte to Paraíso by bus. At 11,617ft (3,541m) above sea level, this is the highest point on the PanAm Highway in Central America.
Here, we get back on our bikes and cross coffee plantations to the village of Orosi, which is one of the oldest communities in the country. From here, we continue to the Cachi reservoir, near our accommodation.
Terrain: 100% paved
Accommodation: Hotel Alma de Luna (or similar)
Cycle past coffee plantations to Turrialba
Leave the hotel for one of the most beautiful cycling routes on this trip, past numerous coffee plantations. With any luck, we will see farmers using their traditional oxcarts to haul their crop to nearby processing facilities.
Along the way, we stop at coffee trees to learn more about coffee and its role in Costa Rican history. Continuing through the valley, we ride around a hydroelectric dam before starting a section that involves some climbs.
We then arrive at the little town of Tucurrique, where we have time for lunch. After, we cycle through sugarcane plantations to La Amistad, before a short transfer to our hotel. Our mountain lodge has excellent views, including over the coffee-growing region in the Orosi Valley and the Irazu and Turrialba volcanoes.
Terrain: 75% paved/25% gravel
Accommodation: Turrialtico Lodge (or similar)
Boat trip through canals to Tortuguero
Start the day early with a transfer (1hr 30min) to Guápiles, where we enjoy a delicious breakfast. Back on the bus, we pass numerous banana plantations and learn about the packaging and export process.
After, we board a boat that takes us through the impressive canals of Tortuguero towards our jungle lodge. Enjoy a delicious lunch, then visit Tortuguero village and walk along the Caribbean beach.
Between July and September, you may join an optional beach excursion after dinner to watch the sea turtles lay their eggs. An unforgettable experience!
Accommodation: Pachira Lodge (or similar)
Explore Tortuguero National Park on two boat trips
Today we maximise our explorations of Tortuguero National Park with two boat trips. Thanks to the expertly trained eyes of our guide and boatmen, we spot animals such as monkeys, lizards, caimans, turtles, bats and many bird species.
One of the boat tours takes place before breakfast, when the animals are waking. We also explore the surrounding area on the lodge’s walking trails. Meals are served at the lodge. The rest of the day is free for you to stroll through the gardens and relax by the pool.
Accommodation: Pachira Lodge (or similar)
To Guápiles • Ride past large plantations • To La Fortuna
After breakfast, we start our return journey by boat to Caño Blanco/La Pavona; from there, we take the bus to Guápiles, where lunch is served.
Our driver then picks us up for a short transfer to Pital, where we start cycling around the lowlands, discovering pineapple, yucca and pepper plantations.
Our ride ends at Centro Familiar Cuyito, where you can enjoy views from the Río San Carlos. From here, we transfer (1hr 30min) to the town of La Fortuna, at the foot of Arenal volcano.
This evening, you have the option of soaking in one of the local hot springs – an excellent way to relax and unwind!
Terrain: 100% paved
Accommodation: Hotel San Bosco (or similar)
Cycle around beautiful Lake Arenal • Hike a lava field under Arenal volcano
Following a short transfer, our final cycling stage starts with a pleasant ride through the dense rainforest surrounding Lake Arenal, starting from El Castillo, with several spots to observe Arenal volcano. Arriving at the conservation area of Arenal 1968, we take the opportunity to hike through hardened lava.
After, we get back on our bikes and continue riding to Nuevo Arenal. Our end point is a German bakery, where we enjoy lunch, before transferring (about 2hr 30min) to the Central Valley.
Terrain: 100% paved
Accommodation: Hotel La Rosa de América (or similar)
Adventure ends in La Garita de Alajuela
You’ve marvelled at the tropical scenery of Costa Rica by bike, cruised the wildlife-rich canals of Tortuguero, and hiked across hardened lava in the shadow of a volcano, but now it’s time to begin your return journey home.
Alternatively, if you’d like to extend your adventure, speak to your sales representative to discuss our large range of extension options.
Ascents, descents and distances: All ascents, descents and distances listed in the daily itinerary have been measured by our local partners or tour leaders, in many cases with satellite-based mapping software. However, different GPS measuring devices can give differing results, particularly on winding paths or in mountainous terrain. Measurements stated throughout these Trips Notes are given to help you understand the types of terrain and distances you will encounter. Timings stated will vary depending on the pace of your group.
Accommodation
Characterful hotels and lodges
We aim to secure locally owned accommodation that is well located, offers good value for money, and plenty of comfort. To help you find your ideal adventure, each trip is given a Comfort Level rating, which indicates the overall standard of accommodation. For more on our ratings, see our Comfort Level guidelines.
Below are a few of the standout accommodations on this trip.
Dominical: Villas Rio Mar
In a beautiful rainforest setting, Villas Rio Mar is a slice of Costa Rican wilderness but with plenty of amenities. There’s a large palm tree-wrapped swimming pool, tropical gardens, and a rainforest trail to explore. Sustainability-focused practices include solar power running the air conditioning in the bungalows, vegetables for the restaurant grown in their greenhouse, and a monthly clean-up of Playa Dominical beach (which is just a 10-minute walk away).
Near San Vito: OTS Las Cruces Lodge
Unleash your inner natural historian with a stay at the Organisation for Tropical Studies Las Cruces Research Station. It’s a hub of science and nature, which brings together researchers and wildlife lovers from across the planet, with accommodation for up to 100 people. During our time here, we enjoy a guided walk around the Wilson Botanical Garden, which surrounds the property and is home to an extraordinary collection of tropical plants and more than 400 bird species.
Tortuguero: Pachira Lodge
Five minutes from the main entrance to Tortuguero National Park and hugged by scenic canals, this 94-room resort has a prime location. When it’s time to relax, there’s a turtle-shaped pool (this is green turtle country, after all), a buffet restaurant serving Costa Rican-Caribbean cuisine, and a bar. But the real draw is the other residents. You may spot sloths, howler monkeys and white-faced monkeys and, if you’re lucky, an otter or manatee in the surrounding waterways.
Worth knowing
- Tailor your trip: Extend your adventure by securing extra hotel nights before or after the main itinerary. Speak to your sales representative to book.
- Private rooms: Like most tour operators, we room solo passengers together. If you’d prefer to have a private room, it’s normally possible to do this for a supplement. Speak to your sales representative to book.
Single supplement from £ 800
Food & Drink
Expect plenty of gallo pinto, a Costa Rican speciality, and lots of rice, beans, fruit and grilled meats. Fish lovers will be well satisfied with a variety of fresh fish from both Pacific and Caribbean waters.
Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options are limited but food is plentiful and tasty – please inform us before departure of any special dietary requests.
Please note, we do not recommend that you drink the tap water.
Transport
The support vehicle carries all your luggage and personal belongings. While distances covered in the minibus are relatively short, some transfers are longer due to poor road conditions, road works, heavy traffic and/or rugged terrain.
Weather & Seasonality
Costa Rica is 10 degrees north of the equator and has a tropical climate. The average annual temperature is around 26C (79F) in the lowlands and 10C (50F) in the highest mountain regions. However, it’s essential you prepare for the time of year in which your departure takes place.
Dry season (December to April): This is the driest period of the year and can get incredibly hot; on the Pacific side, temperatures may exceed 37C (98F). If passing through areas of dry tropical forest it can be hot, dusty and dry. Prepare for some rain even during this time of year.
We aim to leave the hotel as early as possible to avoid the strongest heat of the day. In many cases, we leave by 8am; by 10am, temperatures can be hot. Your tour leader is well-equipped to deal with this, making sure everyone is safely protected and well hydrated. In cases of extreme heat, they may alter the cycling route to ensure everyone’s safety.
Rainy season (May to November): Expect daily downpours, although these are usually quite short and there is still plenty of sunshine. Typically, there are sunny conditions until approximately 1pm-2pm and then a build-up of cloud from around 3pm, resulting in late afternoon rain (most likely showers between 3pm-5pm). Usually, the sky clears by 6pm.
Our cycling tours are scheduled to make the best of the weather and we aim to get going early so we have arrived at our overnight hotel before any rain. In our experience, June, July and August are the most pleasant times to travel to Costa Rica – following rainfall, the vegetation will be at its most lush and temperatures are more pleasant than at other times of the year.
Joining Instructions
Key information
Start hotel: Hotel Rosa America, Calle La Rosa, La Garita de Alajuela, Alajuela Province, Alajuela
Phone: +506 7101 6785
Recommended arrival time: Check in from 2pm. When you arrive at the hotel, please make the reception staff aware you are part of our group. The leader is normally there from the early afternoon so you can also ask for them.
Airport: Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
Getting to the start hotel
The start hotel is approximately 15 minutes’ drive from the airport. We provide one group transfer from the airport to the hotel, which you can join at no extra cost, provided you can be at the airport before the transfer leaves. Speak to your sales representative for the transfer times or to arrange a private transfer.
Catching your return flight
There’s one group transfer to the airport, which you can join at no extra cost. Please speak to your sales representative for the time of the transfer. If the group transfer does not suit your flight time, speak to your sales representative to arrange an alternative.
Full joining instructions including local emergency numbers will be sent to you as part of our Final Joining Instructions. If you do not receive these at least a week before departure, or require them earlier please contact our office or your travel agent.
Location start: La Garita de Alajuela, near San José
Location end: La Garita de Alajuela, near San José
What To Take
Essential Equipment
- Quick-drying clothing
- Waterproof jacket
- High-factor sunscreen
- Sun hat
- Sunglasses
- Hand sanitiser
- Overnight bag (for our night in Tortuguero)
Other recommended equipment or clothing:
- Long-sleeve shirts and light bottoms are good for helping to keep mosquitoes off during the evenings
- Mosquito repellent containing DEET
- Strong-soled shoes for walking in the jungle; sports shoes are ok, no need for heavy boots
- Waterproof rain poncho or waterproofs
- Warm sweater (for cloud forest)
- Dark clothing if joining the turtle excursion in Tortuguero
Optional Equipment
- Water bottle. One or two water bottles are provided for each rider (one bottle for those using extra-small or small bikes, two bottles for those using medium, large or extra-large bikes), and bottle holders are installed on the bike frames. You may prefer to bring your own bottle.
Equipment Hire
Included standard bike
The standard bikes for this trip are Scott Scale 990s.
We will take your height at the time of booking to reserve equipment. If you have a preferred bike size, please request when booking.
E-bike upgrade
Electric bikes are available on this trip (subject to availability) for an additional cost. Speak to your sales representative for more information.
Bringing your own bike
If you’d prefer to bring your own bike, please advise us at the time of booking and you will receive a discount on the price of the trip. However, you will be responsible for any extra baggage charges; assembling and disassembling your bike; and bringing along spare parts and any tools specific to it. You should also ensure you have adequate insurance to cover loss, damage or theft.
Accessories and clothing
Bringing equipment from home
You’re welcome to bring your own equipment, such as SPD pedals or clipless pedals, your own saddle (excluding the seat post), or gel saddle cover for the hire bikes. Your leader or guide-mechanic will help you fit these when bikes are distributed.
Helmets
Helmets are mandatory for everyone on a guided Exodus cycling trip. You must bring your own as, following best safety practice, they are not available for hire.
Cycling clothing
For all cycling trips we recommend:
- Padded cycling shorts: For destinations with more modest cultures, we also recommend loose ‘over-shorts’ for riding or rest stops
- Eyewear: Either sunglasses or eye protection with clear lenses to protect the eyes while riding
- Cycling gloves: Especially for riding off-road or on rugged surfaces
- Cycling shoes: Cycling is more efficient with stiff-soled shoes. We don’t recommend open-toed shoes or sandals
- Small close-fitting backpack or bum bag (fanny pack): To keep spare clothing or essential items to hand during the ride
Practical Information
Passport
Remember to check the expiration date of your passport if travelling internationally. Many countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after the date of your scheduled return.
Visa
Costa Rica
Travellers from the UK, US and EU normally do not need a visa to enter Costa Rica; however, proof of onward travel may be required – we suggest you take a physical copy of your flight details in case officials ask to see them.
Please note, visa requirements often change and it is your responsibility to obtain any required visas for this trip. Therefore, we recommend that you check with the nearest embassy or consulate of your chosen destination(s), including any countries you may be transiting or transferring through.
Some local governments provide guidance on what visas their citizens need. To help, we’ve gathered a selection of useful links below.
• Australia: www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/americas/costa-rica
• Canada: www.travel.gc.ca/destinations/costa-rica
• United Kingdom: www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/costa-rica/entry-requirements
• USA: www.travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Costa-Rica.html
If you are travelling via the USA and are eligible to transit under the Visa Waiver Program, you are required to register in advance for an ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization). There is a US$21 charge, which is only payable online.
Please note: not all nationalities have the same eligibility for travel to or transit via the USA, and you may not be covered by the Visa Waiver Program. Regulations stipulate that any person who has travelled to Iran, Iraq, Libya, North Korea, Somalia, Sudan, Syria or Yemen since March 2011, or have dual nationalities of these countries, may no longer qualify. In addition, if you have travelled to Cuba since 12 January 2021 you will not be eligible for the visa waiver program and should instead apply for a visa.
If you are in doubt of your eligibility, please check the visa requirements with your local US embassy.
Vaccinations and Health
Costa Rica
There are no required vaccinations. However, you may want to consider vaccinations for tetanus, hepatitis A, rabies and typhoid. The risk of malaria is slight, but you may wish to consult your doctor or travel clinic for further advice.
Many travellers will also require a yellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission, Tanzania and Zambia.
Dengue and zika, both viral diseases spread by mosquitoes, are known risks in Costa Rica. There is currently no vaccine or prophylaxis available, so we strongly recommend you take the usual precautions to avoid mosquito bites.
Please check all requirements and travel vaccination recommendations with your doctor or travel clinic.
The Travel Health Pro website recommends to have a rabies vaccination on this trip, as cycling is considered a higher risk activity.
Local Time
Costa Rica's time zone: America/Costa_Rica (UTC -06:00)
Electricity
Costa Rica's electricity: Plug types A (two flat pins, US standard) and B (three pins, US standard) – 120V, 60Hz
Money
Costa Rica's currency: Costa Rican colon (CRC); however, US dollars are widely accepted
ATM Availability
ATMs are increasingly available in Costa Rica and are now present in most tourist areas. A flat fee of up to US$3 and a small commission usually applies with card withdrawals.
Mastercard and Visa are quite widely accepted in the bigger hotels, restaurants and tourist shops, though not in rural areas. Always check the handling fee when paying by credit card as it can be high.
We recommend you bring some small denomination notes (US$1 and US$5 notes) since getting change is often a problem when paying for small items.
Extra Expenses & Spending Money
For meals not included, snack lunches are approximately 7,800 Costa Rican colones (US$15) and evening meals 12,600-18,900 colones (US$24-US$36) per meal, excluding drinks.
Average costs for drinks are 950 colones (US$1.80) for mineral water or soft drinks, 2,800 colones (US5.50) for a bottle of beer and 2,400 colones (US$4.50) for a glass of wine.
Tipping
Our local staff are paid fairly for their work. Although tipping is entirely discretionary, it is customary in this part of the world and as such we recommend a per person allowance of 3,700 colones (US$7) per day for your cycling leader plus 2,600 colones (US$5) per day for each driver and the mechanic/assistant leader. The team may ask for a kitty at the start of the trip to cover tipping for hotel porters etc.
Otherwise, porters at the airport and hotels are normally tipped about 500 colones (US$1) per piece.
Tipping is also expected in restaurants – most restaurants will include the 10% tip, as well as the current 13% tax, so expect to see 23% added to your total meal price.
Sustainability and Impact
As a certified B Corp, we’re on a mission to improve our social and environmental impact across all our adventures.
We do this through our innovative Thriving Nature, Thriving People plan.
This ‘nature positive’ approach is designed to help nature and communities thrive in harmony through practical solutions, such as reducing carbon and waste on our trips, supporting conservation projects through the Exodus Adventure Travels Foundation, and rewilding 100 square metres for every Exodus traveller.
Important Information
Optional activities and excursions
If you would like to join an optional activity or excursion outside those listed in the itinerary, your leader may be able to assist with selecting a provider. However, Exodus has not assessed the safety standards of activities or excursions that are not listed in the Trip Notes. All optional activities or excursions are undertaken at your own risk.
Important Information
Your Safe Participation
When booking this trip, you should be confident in your ability to participate in all activities described in these Trip Notes. If you have any doubt about your suitability, please call us and ask to speak to one of the experts on this itinerary.
Although our leaders are well trained to deal with different capabilities, if they have any concerns about someone’s ability to safely take part in an activity, or their impact on other people’s enjoyment, we authorise them to take necessary action which, in some circumstances, may involve asking someone to miss that activity.
By booking this trip you agree to our Booking Conditions which clearly state that our leaders have the authority to do this. In these rare instances we will ensure anyone sitting out is safely provided for and offered alternative options where possible. Refunds will not be provided for activities missed and customers may be liable for additional costs incurred.
Seatbelts
All vehicles used by us should be equipped with working seatbelts, except where approved by us based on the vehicle type or journey. Wherever seatbelts are available, we require our customers to use them for their own safety, even where it may not be a legal requirement.
How to Book
Speak to our friendly team of experts to plan your adventure:
- Check availability: our website shows real-time availability or contact our team by phone, email or live chat.
- Hold a space: You can provisionally hold a space to give you time to finalise your travel plans.
- Confirm your booking: Payment of a deposit will complete your booking and secure your place on the trip.
After booking
You will receive a confirmation document and invoice, which includes extra information and guidance about your travel arrangements. Our dedicated Customer Operations team will help you with any pre-travel questions or arrangements and can easily add extensions or extra accommodation to your booking. Final Joining Instructions will usually be sent out two to three weeks prior to departure.
Adding transfers to your booking
If you have arranged your own flights and would like to add transfers to your booking, please provide your arrival and departure details to our Customer Operations team around four to six weeks before departure.
- Where free transfers are included, they are available for any flight but can only be added to your booking once we have received your flight schedule.
- Where group arrival and departure transfers are available, these operate at fixed times. You will need to arrive in time to meet the scheduled transfer. If the timings don’t align with your travel plans, our team can arrange private transfers once they receive your flight schedule.
Trip Note validity
Trip notes may be updated after booking; if any updates significantly impact the inclusions or itinerary you will be advised in writing. A link to the most up-to-date Trip Notes will be sent out with your Final Joining Instructions before departure.
The information in these Trip Notes is given in good faith. All holidays can be subject to unexpected changes, and occasionally it may not be possible to follow the itinerary as planned. In these circumstances we will make the best-possible alternative arrangements that maintain the integrity of the original itinerary.
