Costa Rica: Ocean Waves & Sunsets
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Small Group
Light
Rating
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Costa Rica: Ocean Waves & Sunsets
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8 days
Small Group
Basic
Light
English
Experience Overview
Hit two of Costa Rica's famed features — volcanoes and beaches — on this exciting trip that isn't too hard on the wallet.
Includes
Activities
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Discover Moment: La Fortuna
- Beach time in Santa Teresa
- Free time in La Fortuna
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Simple hotels (3 nts), hostels (4 nts, multi-share).
- No meals included
Transport
- Local bus, ferry, taxi, walking.
Group Leader
- Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout.
Highlights
- Try adrenaline sports like whitewater rafting and surfing
- Take in the views of Arenal Volcano towering over La Fortuna
- Chill out by the Pacific Ocean.
Trip Details
8 days
Local bus, ferry, taxi, walking.
English
San José, Costa Rica
San José, Costa Rica
Basic
18 - 39 Year Olds Only, Budget
Light
Itinerary
Day 1: San José
Please try to arrive before 6pm for an important group meeting where you can meet the CEO (Chief Experience Officer) and the other group members.
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.Activity - Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.Accommodation - Boutique Hotel Casa Las Orquideas
Day 2: San José/La Fortuna
La Fortuna, the town near the foot of Arenal Volcano, is an excellent base for adventure. Optional activities in this area abound.
Hike the area's nature trails, swim in chilly La Fortuna waterfall or go canyoning (rappelling) and catch a bird's eye view of the forest greenery. Other optional activities include full-day white water rafting on the Toro or Balsa Rivers, mountain biking, caving, horseback riding, or a tour of the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge.
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Taxi to bus station.Transport - Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.Accommodation - Arenal Backpackers Resort
Day 3: La Fortuna
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Get out and explore La Fortuna and beyond.Accommodation - Arenal Backpackers Resort
Day 4: La Fortuna / Southern Nicoya Peninsula
Enjoy time on the Pacific coast and relax on the beach as the blue ocean beckons you for a swim. From snorkelling to nature reserve visits, the options are plentiful for you to explore this serene environment.
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard, take your seat, and enjoy the ride.Transport - Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Hotel Aurora Montezuma
Day 5-6: Santa Teresa / Montezuma
Want to learn how to surf in Costa Rica? Pre-book the Santa Teresa Surf Lesson on the checkout page to include this optional activity on your tour or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Get out and explore the southern part of the Nicoya Peninsula.Accommodation - Hotel Aurora Montezuma
Day 7: Southern Nicoya Peninsula / San José
Squeeze in morning beach time before embarking on our journey back to the capital, San José. Arrive in the evening (approx 9pm) in time to shower and head out for a final night on the town.
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.Accommodation - Boutique Hotel Casa Las Orquideas
Day 8: San José
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling.
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
From
AUD $1349
Duration: 8 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Light
Hit two of Costa Rica's famed features — volcanoes and beaches — on this exciting trip that isn't too hard on the wallet.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 30 May 2026
Customer Reviews
12/30/2023
Very well organized.
12/16/2023
The people I met and how easy where things were overall, the booking process as well as organization. I didn't give a 10 because the hotels could have been way better for the price I paid, apart from that everything else was perfect.
Tour Operator
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
12/30/2023
Very well organized.
12/16/2023
The people I met and how easy where things were overall, the booking process as well as organization. I didn't give a 10 because the hotels could have been way better for the price I paid, apart from that everything else was perfect.
12/16/2023
CEO was amazing. Great group, great attitude, loved the places we visited.
12/20/2023
This trip was amazing, our CEO was fantastic, and overall it was truly a great experience
12/30/2023
I had a really fun time! My group was great and I loved the variety and flexibility of the activities. It was a stress free trip as well. I loved having all the transit and accommodation planned for me.
12/30/2023
I've been on many trips and I enjoy the atmosphere of the trips
12/30/2023
My bf and I had the best time. This trip is for anyone, the adrenaline junkies, the ones who are completely opposite, and everyone in between. We loved it all!
12/30/2023
As long as they'read the description and understand that this isn',t a luxury vacation then yes I would 100% recommend! All the questions I had before and during the trip were answered in a timely manner. I felt safe a prepared throughout the trip as well! I can't wait to book another!
12/20/2023
Really good just wish we had better accommodations.
12/16/2023
Everything was pre planned perfectly.
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