Costa Rica: Ocean Waves & Sunsets
From AUD $1146 Was AUD $1349
Small Group
Light
Rating
(10 reviews)
Costa Rica: Ocean Waves & Sunsets
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.
Hit two of Costa Rica's famed features — volcanoes and beaches — on this exciting trip that isn't too hard on the wallet. Get the adrenaline pumping in La Fortuna, then travel to Santa Teresa and relax on the beach. While you're free to choose your own adventure with optional adrenaline-inducing activities like waterfall rappelling, your accommodation and transportation are included. Our expert CEOs (Chief Experience Officers) will help you make the most of your time. Take a trip that's packed with just the essentials — eight days of maximum Costa Rica at minimum cost.
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.
Small Group
English
San José, Costa Rica
San José, Costa Rica
Basic
18 - 39 Year Olds Only
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.
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.
Day 3: La Fortuna
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.
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.
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.
Day 8: San José
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
- 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 willdo 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. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).
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 25 Oct 2025
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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