- Head deep into the Esquinas rainforest to stay in our much-loved lodge
- Take a guided boat ride through the wildlife-rich waterways of Tortuguero
- Swim under the beautiful spout of La Fortuna waterfall
- Experience the cloud forest with a walk around Santa Elena
- Search for monkeys in Manuel Antonio National Park
- Visit the Copey Valley and enjoy snacks made by a local family
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Activity Level
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Classic
Join eagle-eyed guides for a wildlife-watching trip through mountains, rainforest and the Caribbean and Pacific coasts
Experience the many wonders of Costa Rica, a country renowned for having proportionately more protected land than any other, making it ripe for wildlife tourism. The star attraction is the marvellous, often bizarre, animals that live here: from catatonic sloths and screaming howler monkeys to screeching toucans and nesting green turtles. Throw in visits to both the Caribbean and Pacific coastlines, plus the expert guidance of our highly rated tour leaders, and it’s easy to see why this adventure is among our most popular.
This trip includes a few of our Citizen Science Departures. These special departures offer you the opportunity to be involved in the collection of freshwater samples during the trip. The environmental DNA information derived from this sample will contribute directly to the eBioAtlas; the world’s largest repository of flora and fauna species data, contributing to the conservation and restoration of biodiversity both locally and globally. To book onto one of these special departures, see the Dates & Prices tab. For more information on these departures and the eBioAtlas, click here.
Highlights
Key Information
- Accommodation: 14 Classic nights (8 hotel, 6 lodge)
- Travel by air-conditioned bus and boat
- Some departures with specialist birdwatching guide (see Dates & Prices tab)
- Green turtle nesting season: July to October
- Citizen Science departures available on this trip
- Countries visited: Costa Rica
What's Included
- All breakfasts, eight lunches, six dinners
- All accommodation
- All transport and listed activities
- Tour leader throughout
- Arrival and departure transfers
What's Not Included
- Travel insurance
- Single accommodation (available on request)
- Visas or vaccinations
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Itinerary
San José San José
Fly to San José
The group flight usually arrives into San Jose this evening. Land Only clients should aim to arrive at the hotel by 5pm so that you can meet your fellow travellers and tour leader, who will give you a warm welcome to Costa Rica. If you miss today’s welcome briefing, the tour leader will give you all relevant information on the afternoon of Day 2.
Accommodation: Presidente Hotel or Rincón del Valle (or similar)
Start San José
Our adventure begins with a free transfer to our hotel in San José, the busy capital of Costa Rica. Read the Joining Instructions in the Trip Notes for more information on booking your seat.
There’s a welcome briefing at the hotel this evening or tomorrow afternoon in Tortuguero (depending on the arrival time of the group), in which we gather for the first time and meet our guide.
Accommodation: Presidente Hotel or Rincón del Valle (or similar)
To Tortuguero National Park
Our adventure begins early this morning, leaving San José as we travel to Tortuguero National Park in northeast Costa Rica. Accessible only by boat or light aircraft, Tortuguero has a vast network of waterways, canals and swamps that is remarkably tranquil, unspoiled and devoid of noise pollution. On reaching the pier, we board a small motorboat for the 1hr 15min journey to our lodge, which is nestled on a small strip of land between the Caribbean Sea and the main lagoon. Our afternoon is spent in Tortuguero village, where it’s possible to visit the Sea Turtle Museum (a donation is requested at the entrance).
Tortuguero is probably most famous as a nesting site for the endangered green turtle, which arrives onto the beach to lay eggs from late July to October (witness it as part of an optional excursion, payable locally). Hawksbill, loggerhead and giant leatherback turtles also nest in this region. Today’s travel time is around six hours, including a stop for breakfast.
Accommodation: Laguna Lodge (or similar)
Boat tour around Tortuguero waterways
A morning boat trip enables us to discover the extraordinary flora and fauna of Tortuguero, passing serenely along the waterways. We’re joined by our tour leader and the keen-eyed boat captain, who knows this area inside out and has a well-honed skill for spotting the more hidden animals.
Our early start means we see the wildlife at their most active; with the help of our expert guide, we are likely to encounter monkeys, caiman, iguanas, butterflies and many of the 300-plus bird species recorded here.
Our lodge is a tranquil spot to relax this afternoon, perhaps take a dip in the pool or relax at the sandy beach. Alternatively, join a second boat trip or follow a short walking trail through the forest.
Accommodation: Laguna Lodge (or similar)
To La Fortuna, near Arenal Volcano
We leave Tortuguero by taking a small boat to the pier. Our bus is at the pier waiting to drive us to the Arenal region, passing huge banana, pineapple and sugarcane plantations on the way.
Arenal was the most active volcano in Costa Rica until 2010, when it entered a resting phase, and can no longer be seen spitting ash, smoke or lava. However, there is still a lot of geothermal activity in the area and you may be able to visit one of the excellent hot springs this evening.
In clear weather, there are great views of the volcano from our overnight base in the nearby town of La Fortuna. Today’s travelling time is around 5hr 30min including a lunch stop.
Accommodation: Arenal Montechiari (or similar)
Visit Arenal Volcano; La Fortuna Waterfall hike
This morning we take a short scenic hike within Arenal National Park, walking through secondary rainforest and seeing some of the lava fields from past eruptions. The high vantage points on this walk allow great views overlooking Lake Arenal, and the birdlife is plentiful.
Waterfalls are abundant in the region of Arenal and we visit La Fortuna, a 213ft (65m) cascade plunging into an emerald pool. A short trail through the rainforest brings us to a relatively steep set of steps that we must descend to reach the waterfall and then ascend to the exit – the hike/climb takes around 20-30 minutes and is within the capabilities of anyone with reasonable fitness. Reward your efforts with a cooling dip in one of the natural pools punctuating the foliage. Alternatively, you could visit the lookout point and wait for the group.
After lunch, the rest of day is at leisure to enjoy optional activities such as a chocolate tour or the exhilarating Ecoglide Zipline.
Accommodation: Arenal Montechiari (or similar)
To Monteverde in the Tilaran Mountains
From Arenal, we travel to the Tilaran mountain range in the central highlands for our first taste of a Costa Rican cloud forest. The journey provides breathtaking views of the Gulf of Nicoya and the islands below as we ascend the hills towards Monteverde, a forest-cloaked region whose name literally means Green Mountain. The high altitude supports a complex ecosystem where plants thrive, particularly orchids of which there are more than 400 varieties here. Today’s drive is around four hours — the last 25mi (40km) of road is gravel and can be bumpy, particularly following heavy rain.
We should arrive in time for lunch, while the rest of the day is free to relax in our hotel or enjoy one of the many optional activities available in Monteverde.
Accommodation: Montaña Monteverde, Monteverde Country Lodge or Sibu Lodge (or similar)
Visit Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve
This morning, we have a guided walk (around two hours) in Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve, one of the first community-managed reserves in Costa Rica and an area celebrated for its biodiversity. To this day, the reserve is managed by the Santa Elena High School with funds channelled into protecting the reserve and providing environmental education classes within the community.
Thanks to its high elevation, Santa Elena is bathed in thick misty clouds, which support a huge range of flowers, ferns, mosses, vines and orchids. Birdlife thrives here with more 425 species recorded. Santa Elena is also one of the best places to spot noisy howler monkeys swinging through the trees.
In the afternoon, it’s possible to join an optional coffee tour to learn about the importance of this crop to the socio-economic development of the country or join a canopy tour to get a different view of the forest.
Accommodation: Montaña Monteverde, Monteverde Country Lodge or Sibu Lodge (or similar)
To Manuel Antonio
Our journey takes a southeasterly turn today as we follow the Pan-Am Highway along the coastline to Manuel Antonio, passing African oil palm and teak plantations on the way. Manuel Antonio National Park consists of a vast marine reserve as well as 1,700 acres (690ha) of mangrove swamp, primary and secondary rainforest. The forest vegetation stretches as far as the high-tide line and provides a stunning backdrop to the expansive sandy beaches, forested islands and dramatic rocky headlands. Our drive to Manuel Antonio takes around four hours (not including rest stops and lunch). We settle into our accommodation and, depending on our arrival time, can make use of the hotel’s facilities
Accommodation: Villa Bosque Hotel (or similar)
Discover Manuel Antonio National Park
A guided tour of Manuel Antonio National Park this morning should enable us to have close wildlife encounters. White-faced capuchin monkeys play in the trees and are frequently sighted on the beaches, while noisy howler monkeys are usually heard moving through the trees and calling to each other before they are seen. The endangered titi monkey (squirrel monkey) are fewer in number but can sometimes be spotted in this area. Iguanas, agouti and two- and three-toed sloths are also commonly sighted in the national park. Manuel Antonio’s beaches rank among the most beautiful in the country and we have all afternoon to enjoy them or try one of the optional activities in this region.
Please note: Manuel Antonio National Park is closed on Tuesdays. If your visit falls on a Tuesday, the timing of this activity will be adjusted so you visit the park on the previous day and today will be at leisure to enjoy the many optional excursions of the region.
Accommodation: Villa Bosque Hotel (or similar)
To Esquinas Lodge in Piedras Blancas
Travel four hours south towards Golfito, a relatively wild and undiscovered region. The dense jungle here has hardly been explored or researched. The next two nights are spent in the beautiful Esquinas Rainforest Lodge set in the heart of primary rainforest and bordered by the Piedras Blancas National Park and Golfito Nature Reserve. The lodge was originally financed by the government of Austria as a project combining forest research, development aid, and nature conservation. Most employees are local and profits are used to help with projects in the nearby village. This afternoon, we discover our peaceful surroundings and search for the abundant bird and insect life that resides here.
Accommodation: Esquinas Rainforest Lodge (or similar)
Hike on trails in Esquinas Rainforest Nature Reserve
Hike through the rainforest this morning with our tour leader and experience all the sights and sounds of the jungle. During this activity, which lasts around two hours, we are likely to see snakes, frogs, birds and if we’re lucky, monkeys and sloths too. This hike can be quite slippery after rainfall but is a real highlight and well worth the effort.
This afternoon has been left free for optional activities — delve deeper into the forest on a network of trails departing directly from the lodge, or simply relax by the pool.
Accommodation: Esquinas Rainforest Lodge (or similar)
To Savegre Valley Cloud Forest
Our journey takes a northwesterly turn through San Isidro and up and over the Cerro de la Muerte mountain range to our next destination, the Savegre Valley, around a 4hr 30min drive (not including stops) from Golfito. The cloud forest of Savegre is said to be one of the best places in Costa Rica to see the beautiful, colourful and notoriously shy resplendent quetzal and we have two nights here to discover the region. These endangered birds rely on the cloud forest for their habitat — the males are striking with a green crest, red breast and tail feathers that can reach a metre long. A good pair of binoculars will be helpful for quetzal spotting as these birds camouflage themselves well among the wet leaves of the forest. In the afternoon, we venture from our lodge into the cloud forest in search of these magnificent birds. Our destination depends on where their nesting and feeding spots have last been seen.
Accommodation: Savegre Hotel & Spa, Suria Lodge or Trogon Lodge (or similar)
Free day to discover walking trails in the Savegre Valley
Today is free to relax and explore Savegre Valley. Bring your binoculars to spot some of the 170 bird species, trek through the tropical cloud forest or simply enjoy the incredible view from the lodge. Your leader will suggest walks for today so you can discover the tropical cloud forest and sub-Andean vegetation of the area.
Accommodation: Savegre Hotel & Spa, Suria Lodge or Trogon Lodge (or similar)
Visit the Copey valley; to San José
Visit the Copey valley this morning to step momentarily into the agricultural lives of those living in the highlands of the Central Mountain Range. We take a short walk through this picturesque area stopping for a typical lunch prepared for us by a local family, which is sure to be a memorable touch of Costa Rican hospitality. We visit the family’s property, where they grow flowers, medicinal plants, fruit and vegetables, and raise farm animals.
A 2hr 30min journey takes us back to San José, where there may be time to explore the modern capital.
Accommodation: Presidente Hotel or Rincón del Valle (or similar)
Depart San José
The trip comes to an end today after breakfast, and it’s time to bid Costa Rica and the rest of the group goodbye. Free transfers to San Jose airport are available to all clients today.
End San José
A final breakfast at the hotel is your chance to say goodbye to the group, swap numbers, and perhaps start planning your next adventure. For those joining our post-trip extension to Tamarindo Beach, the wait won’t be long. No matter what your future plans are, though, there’s a free transfer to San José airport for onward flights.
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Post-trip Extensions
Tamarindo Beach Extension Costa Rica
Extend your stay in Costa Rica with a few nights of rest and relaxation at Tamarindo on the Pacific Coast. Once a sleepy fishing village, Tamarindo was discovered by surfers in the late 1980s and has steadily grown a reputation as one of the best beach destinations in Costa Rica. Located in the Guanacaste province, known for good weather and predictable sunshine, Tamarindo has a great mix of facilities and retains an authentic laid-back atmosphere. The town has accommodation catering to all budgets, from high-end boutique hotels to smaller and characterful properties. The big draw is a long expanse of beach, with a curved bay backed by palm trees, cafes and restaurants. The waves are strong and loved by surfers, with swimmers mostly staying to the shallow surf breaking on the shore.
Facing west, the sunsets in Tamarindo are dramatic. There are plenty of excursions that can be organised locally if you want to discover the area. Or simply sit back and soak up the laid-back beach life, which is a real contrast from the other areas you will have visited in Costa Rica.
We have handpicked a selection of properties in Tamarindo and selected transport options to suit all budgets and group sizes – all that’s left for you to decide is how long you want to go for, and we’ll do the rest. Please speak to your sales representative for up-to-date pricings.
Accommodation:
- Capitan Suizo Hotel: This beachfront boutique hotel is set in a privileged location to the south of the bay, with rooms surrounded by tropical gardens. Thoughtfully designed accommodation with excellent dining options, wonderful service and a friendly team waiting to welcome you. Just away from the main town, it has a lovely pool area and private loungers on the beach.
- Tamarindo Diria Hotel: Right in the middle of the beach, this is one of the original hotels in Tamarindo and has the most spectacular palm tree-lined view from its pool/dining areas. It is split into different areas, with the majority of rooms away from the beachfront.
- Wyndham Tamarindo Hotel : One of the best infinity pools we’ve seen with extensive views across Tamarindo Bay, thanks to its hillside location above Tamarindo. Elegant rooms and facilities, but a fair walk from the beach and Tamarindo town – there is a free shuttle transfer provided at set times.
- Arco Iris Hotel: a great option for value, with rooms surrounded by lush tropical gardens. A tranquil location set back from the street, around 1,640ft (500m) to the beach.
- Pasatiempo Hotel: A small, intimate property with real character. We think Pasatiempo is a hidden gem and it is our preferred choice if you are looking for great value and don’t mind being a five-minute walk to the beach. There are some great restaurants and shops nearby.
How to reach Tamarindo?
There are three options to reach Tamarindo from San José, depending on your budget and how much time you have:
- Shuttle bus: this is the most economical way to reach Tamarindo, particularly for solo travellers. The shuttle bus system is easy, safe and reliable and will drop you directly at your hotel. Shuttles usually pick up from hotels in San José at approximately 7.15am or 2.30pm. From Tamarindo, the departure times back to San José are usually at approximately 8am or 2pm. . The journey takes approximately four to five hours. Clients wishing to book the shuttle bus transfer must book a flight departing SJO after 5pm. You can also leave or return by shuttle directly from the airport – please specify at the time of booking and double check timings with your sales consultant as schedules may change depending on the season.
- Private transfer: If you would prefer to travel in your own vehicle (seating up to six people), or need transfers timed perfectly with your international flights, we recommend a private transfer for the journey. You can either take this as a return or for just one leg of the journey. By private transfer, the journey takes approximately four hours.
- Flight: perfect if you are short of time, you can take an internal flight from San José to Tamarindo Airstrip. In the high season (December to April) there are usually four flights during the day in each direction. Outside of the high season, there are usually two flights in each direction. Flights usually take under one hour. With this service we will also arrange a vehicle transfer between your Tamarindo hotel and the airstrip. Luggage weight and size restrictions apply (30lbs/13.5kg, 45in/114cm).
There is also the option to arrange your return flights from Liberia airport, around 1hr 30min from Tamarindo, with a private transfer to Tamarindo. Please speak to your sales consultant to discuss this option.
We recommend visiting Tamarindo for at least three nights. Please speak to your sales consultant for more details, to check hotel availability or make a reservation. You may need additional hotel nights in San José depending on the end date of your trip and your flight schedule. Also please note that some hotels in Tamarindo are not available in September.
Hotels and lodges
On this wildlife-watching trip in Costa Rica, we spend 14 nights in hotels and lodges, most of which have swimming pools. We’ve aimed for properties surrounded by nature, so we typically stay in wooden lodges within tropical gardens or within the heart of the rainforest. We have also been careful to avoid chain hotels where possible.
The normal accommodations used on this trip can be found on the day-to-day itinerary; however, below are a few of the notable places we stay.
Tortuguero: Laguna Lodge (nights 2-3)
Constructed on a strip of land between the main lagoon and Caribbean Sea, Laguna Lodge is an away-from-it-all place to stay that’s ideal for disconnecting. There’s no road access, so we get there by boat, while the estate itself combines several wooden lodges within beautifully kept gardens. Look out for the freely roaming sloths and monkeys! There’s also a restaurant with river views and a bar on the water’s edge.
Esquinas Rainforest Nature Reserve: Esquinas Rainforest Lodge (nights 10-11)
A highlight of this trip will no doubt be our stay at Esquinas Rainforest Lodge, next to Piedras Blancas National Park. We stay in cabins, each of which has a covered porch where you can sit and look for monkeys, raccoons, coatis and the 300-plus bird species that live here. Elsewhere, the restaurant serves modern Costa Rican cuisine with produce from local farmers. There’s also an outdoor pool and walking trails to enjoy.
Savegre: Savegre Hotel & Spa (nights 12-3)
In the middle of a natural forest reserve, Savegre Hotel is the ideal place to immerse in nature. It has plant-filled gardens, multiple walking trails, and a lookout point with views over forested slopes. We sleep in wooden lodges, while Las Bromelias restaurant dishes out international and local cuisines (made with seasonal, indigenous produce) and Los Robles, a bar-lounge, serves cocktails and Savegre coffee.
Worth knowing
- Some of the properties have ceiling fans rather than air conditioning.
- One or several of the named properties might be substituted for similar alternatives to secure hotel availability. Please discuss with your customer operations executive if you require more details regarding your specific departure date.
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Reviews
Add your own reviewA truly beautiful trip
Eduardo and Victor were exemplary; they made the price of the trip worth it.
Most Inspirational Moment
Every day being even more different and incredible than the previous. Seeing the Quetzal so close up.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Eduardo was incredible! His knowledge about his country was detailed and Eduardo had a great way of communicating his enthusiasm to the group. His credentials as a guide are exemplary. We learnt about the way of life in Costa Rica, the issues it faces and how tourism is managed. Eduardo really was our friend in Costa Rica. He knew everything about any creature or flora. He enhanced the experience immeasurably. Eduardo always gave more; a longer walk, stopping at points of interest to see crocodiles, rhino beetles, pineapple plantations, amongst other wonders. Our driver Victor was the best. Not once did he take a risk; we always felt very safe in his hands, an excellent driver. Victor would also go over and beyond, helping anyone in the group who needed a hand, always smiling and welcoming. Whenever we arrived at a destination Eduardo would call 'OK amigos, we made it!', with a smile.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Be prepared for the high prices in Costa Rica, even in a supermarket. The Hotel President in San José was excellent with a wonderful restaurant with delicious dishes. There was nowhere else to eat out nearby, so this was lucky. Next to the hotel was a good bakery/ lunch place.
Incredible Tour
Travelled first time with Exodus to Costa Rica and it was a very well organised and exciting tour of the beautiful country. Travelled to many different lodges and national parks. Arriving in San Jose we were welcomed by our wonderful tour guide Gwenda, we couldn’t have asked for a better tour guide, so much knowledge about the country, culture and wildlife. Gwenda is truly an valuable member of Exodus along with Randall our amazing driver keeping us safe on our travels.
Most Inspirational Moment
Most inspiring moment was when we first saw the sloths up close at the Sloth Sanctuary!!! Also the zip wiring was exceptional in Fortuna highly recommend!!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Gwenda our tour guide was amazing a real credit to Exodus, very professional and friendly, kept us all well informed with a whatsap message the night before detailing what was happening the next day.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Bring lots of light clothes as it was very humid.highly recommend this tour.
Discover Costa Rica
Excellent introduction to a lovely country
Most Inspirational Moment
Many related to the wonderful birds and wildlife we saw.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Alejandro Rodriquez
Advice for Potential Travellers
Be prepared for various temperatures and degrees of humidity. Transfers between areas took longer than I expected although the bus was comfortable and there were plenty of stops.
Fun But Tiring
This was a jam-packed itinerary, with many walks and other activities, combined with a lot of driving. We moved on every two days, which was necessary to see everything, but it also meant there was no down time. Although this was a wildlife trip, at times the wildlife was rather shy. Some walks we saw very little. We probably saw more wildlife on the boat trips. Our expectations were probably not realistic, but we expected toucans and sloths to be hanging off every branch. It’s not like that (at least in the dry season). We didn’t see a sloth until halfway through the trip when there was one on a tree next to our hotel. Never saw a yellow-billed toucan, although we did see other toucans and toucanets (never knew there was such a thing!). Final count was around 150 different birds, as well as many other creatures (many of which we didn’t know existed). So the wildlife was amazing, but you need to know it doesn’t necessarily just pop out at you. On some walks, especially in Manuel Antonio, there were so many other groups looking at the same thing that it was quite difficult to get in to see things and was quite tiring at times. The walks throughout the trip were also very slow and we understand the pace was to suit looking for wildlife but walking so slowly was difficult and tiring in the heat.
Most Inspirational Moment
Spotting wildlife in its natural habitat is wonderful.And looking at the stars on the beach in Tortuguero. Amazing!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Jonathan had an encyclopedic knowledge of birds and other wildlife. We've never had a guide who knew so much detail about everything we were seeing. However, the organizational side was a bit confusing at times. It would have been useful to have had an opening formal briefing with everybody introducing themselves and then daily briefings to let us know what was going on the next day, which we have had on other Exodus trips. Our driver Keylor was great, getting us over some quite rough terrain at times, and even spotting and stopping for monkeys and other animals along the way.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Half of the group got sick (plus Jonathan and Keylor). We are not sure exactly what the source was - although it may have been improperly filtered water from a hotel. So bring enough Imodium for a few days (to help with the long bus rides in particular) and we found rehydration salts helpful. A couple of people brought ciprofloxacin just in case. We don't want to over emphasize this aspect, but we've never been on a trip with so many people falling ill and it did impact our enjoyment of the trip as we had to miss out on some activities. Obviously not Exodus' fault - just the nature of the type of region we were in. Note that you can get laundry done along the way, and the prices are reasonable, especially at Esquinas Lodge. It is difficult for things to dry if you wash them yourself since it is humid and you don't much time at any one place.
Discover Costa Rica - My First Trip With Exodus
My perspective is that of a fit and active gent in his early 70’s. Also, this is my first trip with Exodus. As another reviewer has noted, “Discover Costa Rica” is almost exclusively a nature trip. The itinerary touches only slightly on the peoples, history and culture of Costa Rica. This is also an active trip! You’re on the move every second day: bags packed and ready for loading by 7:00 AM with 8:00 AM departure. There’s not much downtime throughout this two-week trip.
It struck me that on a nature trip like this, the wildlife needs to “get the memo” that we’re coming. The wildlife needs to show up! Seriously, the forces of climate/climate change, local weather, and seasonality can come together in a way that limits the opportunity for wildlife viewing. Such was my experience. Several of the nature walks yielded very little in terms of wildlife viewing. In no way do I fault our group leader. He was VERY knowledgeable. I can’t imagine anyone trying harder to find wildlife for our tour group to view. So . . . enjoy the walk in the tropics and any wildlife you see is a bonus might be a good mindset.
Most of the wildlife I saw was birds. It seems silly almost to state the obvious. Birds are actually quite small as compared with other wildlife, say, an elephant you might spot on a trip to Africa! A bird can come into view, alight on a branch, and then, within a few seconds, disappear into the lush vegetation. There’s limited opportunity to observe the creature and perhaps take a few photos. I wish I’d considered this more before embarkation!
Accommodation was perfectly serviceable, clean rooms and well maintained. This is not luxe accommodation but it’s not spartan either. It was perfectly in line with the amount I paid to take the tour. The food was varied and tasty. Lots of it!
In my opinion, Discover Costa Rica is a good trip that could be great if the itinerary was tweaked a bit. For openers, I would get rid of one two-night stop (suggest Monteverde as we saw almost nothing) and create two other three-night stops. This would allow for a little downtime. I would also add some trip experiences such as the farm visit on the final day. These added experiences might focus on the people, history, and culture of Costa Rica. This way, if the wildlife “doesn’t get the memo”, there are still some high-quality experiences that the traveler will cherish.
Most Inspirational Moment
I can’t say I had any “wow” moments. That said, I very much enjoyed the 3 river boat trips we took. These plus Manuel Antonio Park were the wildlife highlights. The farm visit on the final day was also great as it offered insight into the life of the owner of a small farm. A very hard-working, gracious, and welcoming host. My wife and I were the only Canadians on this trip; all others were from the U.K. I can’t overstate how pleasant these folks were to travel with! A real delight and they contributed hugely to our overall enjoyment of the trip.
Thoughts on Group Leader
As mentioned above, our group leader Jonathan was very knowledgeable; encyclopedic I guess you could say in all matters about the flora and fauna of Costa Rica. He went all out in his quest to show us all that was possible to see in terms of wildlife. Well organized.
Advice for Potential Travellers
10 of the 18 people (we were 2 of the 10!) became ill on this trip with abdominal upset, etc. Take some meds to deal with this in the event it happens to you. Having some antibiotic pills would be great if your doctor would provide the prescription before you go. Also, bring basic first aid supplies on the walks for scrapes, cuts, insect bites, etc. (The group leader has none.) Give your wildlife viewing expectations a reality check as implied above. In places, the heat and humidity can be brutal for someone like me who comes from a temperate climate (British Columbia). You may have to pass on a few activities if you’re overwhelmed. At 2200 meters elevation (7000 feet), a number of us struggled at Sevegre which is the final stop before returning to San Jose. I was probably the worst as I felt I was constantly struggling for air especially at night when trying to sleep.
Reply from Exodus
Thank you for taking the time to submit a review about your recent Exodus holiday, Douglas. We are delighted that you and your wife enjoyed the riverboat trips, Manuel Antonio Park, and the farm visit on the final day. It’s also wonderful to know that the group of travellers from the U.K. added to your overall enjoyment of the trip. We appreciate your detailed insights about the itinerary and the nature-focused aspects of the tour. We recognise how disappointing it must have been to not see as much wildlife as you had hoped. As with all our wildlife trips, there is never any guarantee that animals will be seen in the wild, however, the high concentration of animals in this region means that they are usually spotted by our groups. Regarding your advice for potential travellers, we are deeply concerned to hear about the health issues that affected several group members. At Exodus, our customer’s health and safety are our top priorities, and we regret to learn that during an incident on the trip, the guide did not have a first aid kit readily available, which is standard practice for our leaders. While we regret that this was not the case during this incident, our local team has confirmed that the leader took immediate action to best assist the customer, utilising his three years of first aid training. Your suggestions for improving the itinerary by adjusting the duration of stops and incorporating more cultural and historical experiences are invaluable. We will certainly consider these for future trips to enhance the overall experience for our travellers. Thank you again for your constructive feedback. We are committed to improving our tours and providing memorable experiences. We hope to welcome you on another Exodus adventure in the future.
Wildlife spotting in Costa Rica
Great way to see a lot of Costa Rica with the huge benefit of a private vehicle and guide. All accommodation was a high standard as well as good and ample food in all hotels.
Most Inspirational Moment
Too many to choose, but ziplining through the canopy at Monteverde, the river trips, and of course the diversity of wildlife.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Jonathan was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about everything to do with Costa Rica, in particular incredible knowledge of the flora and fauna. The timings given for travel, walks and general activities were often underestimated so it would have been better to be very clear about the daily plans and timings, and what we needed to pack for the following day, so there were no surprises.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Although the rating was 3 for Wildlife (Three: Designed for people with a general interest in wildlife, but who also want to experience the other highlights of the destination), we did find it heavily focused on wildlife spotting, which meant that all walks were done at a slow pace in order to maximise spotting. This sometimes meant that there was not always enough time to do some of the optional activities. Most people had good SLRs and some with telephoto lens as sometimes you do need a good zoom for the wildlife. The activity level is rated 1 out of 7, but some days had a couple of walks of 2.5-3 hours in the heat, which some found quite hard. There is also a lot of travel in the bus, so be prepared for that. The temperature ranges from extremely hot & humid in Manuel Antonio and Esquinas, to cooler in Savegre, and of course it can always rain although we were very lucky and hardly had any. Sturdy walking shoes and walking sandals with straps were fine throughout. Esquinas can get muddy but they supply wellies, so bring appropriate socks! We didn’t need walking boots at all. Over half of our group got ill half way through the trip with upset stomachs and cramps. The cause was not identified and could be a usual travel bug, but make sure you bring enough medical supplies just in case. We understand other recent groups on this trip had also been affected.
An outstanding experience
This proved to be a memorable trip, for all the right reasons! The wildlife is extraordinary. Point a camera in any direction and you will capture something wonderful, including sloths, toucans, quetzals, crocodiles and frogs. The itinerary gives a true taste Costa Rica’s varied terrain, weather and eco-systems. The accommodations are excellent, not because they are luxurious, but because they are clean, safe, comfortable and most importantly, in excellent locations. We were also very well looked after by our exceptional guide, Johnny and bus driver, Randall, both of whom had a smile on their face and a twinkle in their eye.
Most Inspirational Moment
Too many to mention but watching a keel-billed toucan taking berries from a tree in the grounds of Laguna Lodge in Tortuguero National Park was pretty special.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our trip was made all the more memorable by our guide, Johnny Villalobos. His knowledge and expertise was exceptional and his love of wildlife and his country shone through. He offered us additional optional activities (including early morning walks) during which we enjoyed some of our most memorable wildlife spotting experiences. He also organised special events (blowing up balloons in the middle of the rainforest for one person's birthday and organising a lovely dinner at a local restaurant for our anniversary). He had a great sense of humour while remaining entirely professional throughout. Overall, Johnny was a great ambassador for Costa Rica and Exodus.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Pack for varied weather conditions - from hot and humid to cool and fresh. We were lucky and didn't see too much rain but be prepared for it at any time. Comfortable walking shoes and sandals are fine but no flip-flops! Definitely no need for heavy walking boots which I took and regretted. Costa Rica is relatively expensive for food and drink (think English/American prices) and while we took local currency (colones), US dollars are accepted everywhere as are debit/credit cards. As regards food, be prepared for large (albeit plain) portions! Where food is not included you tend to have plenty of choice in terms of restaurants. As regards included meals, we were surprised to find that we were offered three-course set meals for lunch and dinner in the middle of the rain forest (Esquinas Lodge) and a la carte dining at Savegre Hotel & Spa.
An incredible experience
The trip was packed full of wonderful and exciting experiences. The itinerary was terrific and we saw so much that was incredible and beautiful, with masses of photograph opportunities.
Most Inspirational Moment
The beauty of the rain forest cannot be described and has to be experienced.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Glenda was outstanding from start to finish - a superb guide. Her in-depth knowledge of birds, plants and animals really enhanced our trip. We really enjoyed her company and her sense of humour, as did the whole group. She was always organised and made sure that everyone knew exactly what was happening and at what times. Quite honestly, there is nothing she could have done better; she was wonderful. Our driver Charlie was great too and looked after us (and our luggage) really well.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Prepare to change your clothes on a regular basis as it can be extremely hot and humid and pack with this in mind. Sunscreen and insect repellent is an absolute must and it might be handy to take insect bite cream too. Costa Rica is a little expensive but most places accepted payment by cards so having a lot of cash isn't necessary. We found that the prices for gifts varied enormously from place to place, but the Central Market in San Jose was really good. Prices were much lower, cards were accepted and there was a lot of choice. It is a fun and friendly market; we felt very welcome and safe and bought some lovely things.
Excellent trip!
A great itinerary covering a number of nature reserves. We have seen so much wildlife and although we had a specialist birding guide there was still a lot to see and discover. The hotels/eco lodges were good with one exception in Manuel Antonio which was poor and the town was very busy as the tour took us there on Easter weekend. The National Park there was a bit crowded and at variance with other locations.
Most Inspirational Moment
The early morning bird walks arranged by our guide - being in the rain forest whilst it is waking up is incredible!
Thoughts on Group Leader
David Vargas was inspirational and exceptional. His depth of knowledge and enthusiasm was astounding, he was amazing and very willing to help with anything.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Moving hotels every other night is a bit full on but we would not have seen so much without doing so. Maybe a specialist bird tour does not suit everyone, there were a few people who had chosen the tour because the dates were right for them (understandable!) but I think they found it a bit intense.
An excellent trip and I'd recommend Exodus
Amazing wildlife.
The boat driver at the beginning of the trip (Cecil) did a great job. Chico the bus driver, who was with us for most of the time, was a very good driver, was very efficient dealing with the luggage and he kept the bus immaculate. He was a character.
Before travelling to Costa Rica I spent 2 weeks in Panama. It has rubbish piled up everywhere – they don’t seem to manage it, don’t have a recycling culture and use a lot of polystyrene for the ubiquitous takeaways which just end up in the street. Costa Rica was like a breath of fresh air; no rubbish and a very strong emphasis on conservation.
I far prefer independent travel but having researched Costa Rica I realised that going to all the places I wanted to was a challenge too far. Exodus had been highly recommended to me by several friends and they were right. My reservations about an organised trip were dispelled very quickly. It was a small group, everyone bonded and got on very well. I enjoyed everyone’s company and never felt the need to ‘escape’. There was often a lot of laughter.
The trip was planned round my 70th birthday and I had a great group of people to celebrate (? drown my sorrows ?) with!
Most Inspirational Moment
Lots of them but not one in particular
Thoughts on Group Leader
Katia the guide was absolutely brilliant: she's a lovely person, friendly, helpful, enthusiastic and had an encyclopaedic knowledge of the wildlife. How she spotted some things was beyond me - she has a very well trained eye. She also gave us a lot of information about Costa Rica in general. I wish I had half her energy! The restaurants she took us too were all really good. My computer mouse died and she even found a computer shop opposite an ATM so I could get a new one. Katia emailed me a lot of photos, as did one other group member, as I didn't want to get involved with Whatsapp (part of Mark Zuckerburg's dysfunctional empire!). I felt I'd missed out a bit as a Whatsapp 'refusenik' although I fully accept that it was my choice to swerve it. Perhaps there's another safer way to share photos as not everyone wants to sign up to Whatsapp?
Advice for Potential Travellers
- Don't overpack like I did worrying that you couldn't get laundry done. The lodges / hotels had fast and relatively cheap laundry services. - Take waterproof trousers as well as a waterproof jacket .
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View Trip NotesSaturday Saturday
22 Feb 2025 22 Feb 2025
Saturday Sunday
08 Mar 2025 09 Mar 2025
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Land Only Trip Price Usually USD 5548Now USD 5275Saving USD 273 Usually USD 5548Now Saving USD 273 Book with USD 1318 deposit Book with USD 500 deposit
Optional Single Supplement +USD 975
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View Trip NotesTuesday Tuesday
25 Feb 2025 25 Feb 2025
Tuesday Wednesday
11 Mar 2025 12 Mar 2025
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Land Only Trip Price Usually USD 5548Now USD 5275Saving USD 273 Usually USD 7018Now Saving USD 273 Book with USD 1318 deposit Book with USD 500 deposit
Optional Single Supplement +USD 1335
Discover Costa Rica - with Dominical This itinerary differs from Discover Costa Rica, spending two nights at Dominical instead of Piedras Blancas.
Discover Costa Rica - with Dominical This itinerary differs from Discover Costa Rica, spending two nights at Dominical instead of Piedras Blancas.
Availability
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View Trip NotesThursday Thursday
27 Feb 2025 27 Feb 2025
Thursday Friday
13 Mar 2025 14 Mar 2025
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Land Only Trip Price USD 5700 Book with USD 1425 deposit Book with USD 500 deposit
Optional Single Supplement Single Rooms sold out
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View Trip NotesSaturday Saturday
01 Mar 2025 01 Mar 2025
Saturday Sunday
15 Mar 2025 16 Mar 2025
Availability Guaranteed (Limited) Only 3 spaces left!
Land Only Trip Price USD 5775 Book with USD 1443 deposit Book with USD 500 deposit
Optional Single Supplement +USD 975
This departure is led by Johnny Villalobos-Exodus Tour Leader of the year 2017
This departure is led by Johnny Villalobos-Exodus Tour Leader of the year 2017
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This departure is guaranteed to go ahead but there are only 3 spaces left. Do not delay your booking!
View Trip NotesSaturday Saturday
01 Mar 2025 01 Mar 2025
Saturday Sunday
15 Mar 2025 16 Mar 2025
Availability Available
Land Only Trip Price Usually USD 5548Now USD 4995Saving USD 553 Usually USD 7273Now Saving USD 553 Book with USD 1248 deposit Book with USD 500 deposit
Optional Single Supplement +USD 1335
Discover Costa Rica - with Dominical This itinerary differs from Discover Costa Rica, spending two nights at Dominical instead of Piedras Blancas.
Discover Costa Rica - with Dominical This itinerary differs from Discover Costa Rica, spending two nights at Dominical instead of Piedras Blancas.
Availability
This departure is available for new bookings, and will be guaranteed to go ahead once it reaches minimum numbers. Please click Continue to proceed with booking or contact our Sales team for assistance.
View Trip NotesTuesday Tuesday
04 Mar 2025 04 Mar 2025
Tuesday Wednesday
18 Mar 2025 19 Mar 2025
Availability Guaranteed (Limited) Only 4 spaces left!
Land Only Trip Price USD 5775 Book with USD 1443 deposit Book with USD 500 deposit
Optional Single Supplement +USD 975
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View Trip NotesThursday Thursday
06 Mar 2025 06 Mar 2025
Thursday Friday
20 Mar 2025 21 Mar 2025
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Land Only Trip Price Usually USD 5698Now USD 5415Saving USD 283 Usually USD 5698Now Saving USD 283 Book with USD 1353 deposit Book with USD 500 deposit
Optional Single Supplement Single Rooms sold out
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View Trip NotesSaturday Saturday
08 Mar 2025 08 Mar 2025
Saturday Sunday
22 Mar 2025 23 Mar 2025
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Land Only Trip Price USD 6000 Book with USD 1500 deposit Book with USD 500 deposit
Optional Single Supplement +USD 975
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View Trip NotesSaturday Saturday
08 Mar 2025 08 Mar 2025
Saturday Sunday
22 Mar 2025 23 Mar 2025
Availability Guaranteed (Available)
Land Only Trip Price Usually USD 5248Now USD 4990Saving USD 258 Usually USD 6973Now Saving USD 258 Book with USD 1247 deposit Book with USD 500 deposit
Optional Single Supplement +USD 1335
Discover Costa Rica - with Dominical This itinerary differs from Discover Costa Rica, spending two nights at Dominical instead of Piedras Blancas.
Discover Costa Rica - with Dominical This itinerary differs from Discover Costa Rica, spending two nights at Dominical instead of Piedras Blancas.
Availability
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View Trip NotesTuesday Tuesday
11 Mar 2025 11 Mar 2025
Tuesday Wednesday
25 Mar 2025 26 Mar 2025
Availability Available
Land Only Trip Price Usually USD 5398Now USD 5130Saving USD 268 Usually USD 5398Now Saving USD 268 Book with USD 1282 deposit Book with USD 500 deposit
Optional Single Supplement +USD 975
Availability
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View Trip NotesThursday Thursday
13 Mar 2025 13 Mar 2025
Thursday Friday
27 Mar 2025 28 Mar 2025
Availability Guaranteed (Available) Only 5 spaces left!
Land Only Trip Price USD 5400 Book with USD 1350 deposit Book with USD 500 deposit
Optional Single Supplement +USD 975
Availability
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View Trip NotesSaturday Saturday
15 Mar 2025 15 Mar 2025
Saturday Sunday
29 Mar 2025 30 Mar 2025
Availability Guaranteed (Available)
Land Only Trip Price USD 5400 Book with USD 1350 deposit Book with USD 500 deposit
Optional Single Supplement +USD 975
This departure is led by Glenda Araya, Exodus Tour Leader of the Year 2020-22
This departure is led by Glenda Araya, Exodus Tour Leader of the Year 2020-22
Availability
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View Trip NotesSaturday Saturday
15 Mar 2025 15 Mar 2025
Saturday Sunday
29 Mar 2025 30 Mar 2025
Availability Available
Land Only Trip Price USD 5250 Book with USD 1312 deposit Book with USD 500 deposit
Optional Single Supplement +USD 1335
Discover Costa Rica - with Dominical This itinerary differs from Discover Costa Rica, spending two nights at Dominical instead of Piedras Blancas.
Discover Costa Rica - with Dominical This itinerary differs from Discover Costa Rica, spending two nights at Dominical instead of Piedras Blancas.
Availability
This departure is available for new bookings, and will be guaranteed to go ahead once it reaches minimum numbers. Please click Continue to proceed with booking or contact our Sales team for assistance.
View Trip NotesTuesday Tuesday
18 Mar 2025 18 Mar 2025
Tuesday Wednesday
01 Apr 2025 02 Apr 2025
Availability Guaranteed (Available)
Land Only Trip Price USD 5250 Book with USD 1312 deposit Book with USD 500 deposit
Optional Single Supplement +USD 1335
Discover Costa Rica - with Dominical This itinerary differs from Discover Costa Rica, spending two nights at Dominical instead of Piedras Blancas. This departure is led by Johnny Villalobos-Exodus Tour Leader of the year 2017
Discover Costa Rica - with Dominical This itinerary differs from Discover Costa Rica, spending two nights at Dominical instead of Piedras Blancas. This departure is led by Johnny Villalobos-Exodus Tour Leader of the year 2017
Availability
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View Trip NotesThursday Thursday
20 Mar 2025 20 Mar 2025
Thursday Friday
03 Apr 2025 04 Apr 2025
Availability Guaranteed (Available)
Land Only Trip Price Usually USD 5248Now USD 4990Saving USD 258 Usually USD 5248Now Saving USD 258 Book with USD 1247 deposit Book with USD 500 deposit
Optional Single Supplement +USD 975
Availability
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View Trip NotesSaturday Saturday
22 Mar 2025 22 Mar 2025
Saturday Sunday
05 Apr 2025 06 Apr 2025
Availability Available
Land Only Trip Price Usually USD 5248Now USD 4725Saving USD 523 Usually USD 5248Now Saving USD 523 Book with USD 1181 deposit Book with USD 500 deposit
Optional Single Supplement +USD 975
Specialist birdwatching guide on this departure
Specialist birdwatching guide on this departure
Availability
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View Trip NotesSaturday Saturday
22 Mar 2025 22 Mar 2025
Saturday Sunday
05 Apr 2025 06 Apr 2025
Availability Guaranteed (Available)
Land Only Trip Price Usually USD 5248Now USD 4990Saving USD 258 Usually USD 7168Now Saving USD 258 Book with USD 1247 deposit Book with USD 500 deposit
Optional Single Supplement