Explore Costa Rica
Experience a blend of ecology, cultural immersion, and tropical adventure in Costa Rica, one of the most biodiverse countries on the planet.
From hiking and soaring across treetops on a ziplining tour to learning about local agriculture at coffee plantations, chocolate reserves, and fruit farms, every moment of your trip to Costa Rica will be infused with the spirit “Pura Vida”—a celebration of nature, warm hospitality, and life’s simple pleasures.
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Day 1: Fly to Costa Rica
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 2: Alajuela • Arenal region
Travel to the Arenal region
Take a tour of a coffee farm
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Day 3: Arenal region
Enjoy the rainforest from the unique perspective of a zipline through the canopy (For safety reasons, weight and size restrictions may apply)
Participate in a cooking class
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Day 4: Arenal region • Sarapiquí
Enjoy a hike in Arenal Volcano National Park
Travel to SarapiquíDiscover the beat of Costa Rica during a salsa lesson
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Day 5: Sarapiquí
Visit a pineapple farm
Take a tour at Tirimbina Biological Reserve where you will:
- Hike across a suspension bridge to a former cocoa-growing plot
- Learn about the cocoa tree and the history of chocolate
- Enjoy a chocolate tasting
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Day 6: Sarapiquí • Alajuela
Travel via Braulio Carrillo National Park to Alajuela
Ride the aerial tram at Braulio Carillo National Park
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Folklore evening
Opt to spend the evening learning about the rich cultural traditions of the region over a traditional Costa Rican dinner. After dinner, marimba music and entertainment by a local dance troupe will make this a night to remember.
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Day 7: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly to Costa Rica
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 2: Alajuela • Arenal region
Travel to the Arenal region
Take a tour of a coffee farm
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Day 3: Arenal region
Enjoy the rainforest from the unique perspective of a zipline through the canopy (For safety reasons, weight and size restrictions may apply)
Participate in a cooking class
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Day 4: Arenal region • Sarapiquí
Enjoy a hike in Arenal Volcano National Park
Travel to SarapiquíDiscover the beat of Costa Rica during a salsa lesson
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Day 5: Sarapiquí
Visit a pineapple farm
Take a tour at Tirimbina Biological Reserve where you will:
- Hike across a suspension bridge to a former cocoa-growing plot
- Learn about the cocoa tree and the history of chocolate
- Enjoy a chocolate tasting
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Day 6: Sarapiquí • Alajuela
Travel via Braulio Carrillo National Park to Alajuela
Ride the aerial tram at Braulio Carillo National Park
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Folklore evening
Opt to spend the evening learning about the rich cultural traditions of the region over a traditional Costa Rican dinner. After dinner, marimba music and entertainment by a local dance troupe will make this a night to remember.
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Day 7: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; comfortable motorcoach
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Hotels
6 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms
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Regional-style meals
3 meals daily (Days 2-6); dinner on arrival day; breakfast on departure day
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Guided sightseeing
Comprehensive sightseeing of natural attractions
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Entrances
Coffee tour; ziplining tour; Salsa class; Arenal Volcano National Park; pineapple tour; Tirimbina Biological Reserve chocolate tour; Braulio Carrillo National Park
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Experiential learning
Tree planting; local exchange; EARTH University
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
Lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.
Price displayed includes an Early Enrollment Discount; restrictions apply. To determine if you qualify, please contact your Tour Consultant. Tours departing between 10/1/2023 and 9/30/2024 may be eligible for a $100 discount. Tours departing 10/1/2024 and beyond may be eligible for a $200 discount; restrictions apply.