Solo-ish Costa Rica
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Small Group
Light
Rating
Solo-ish Costa Rica
Use code BONUS10 to get an extra 10% off all tours — for a limited time only. T&Cs apply
8 days
Small Group
Budget
Light
English
Experience Overview
Costa Rica beckons, and this 8-day Solo-ish adventure is your perfect chance to answer. Designed for adventurous spirits craving both connection and independence, this trip dives deeper into the heart of Costa Rica’s incredible biodiversity.
Includes
Activities
- Your G for Good Moment: Mi Cafecito Coffee Cooperative Tour, Sarapiquí Dinner Party: Costa Rican Cooking Experience, San José Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group We Day: Tastes and Flavours of the Arenal Region, Arenal G Day: The Thrills and Surprises of La Fortuna, La Fortuna Me Day: Monteverde Me Day, Monteverde Your Discover Moment: Quepos
- Complimentary arrival transfer
- Night walk in Monteverde
- Entrance to Manuel Antonio National Park
- Free time in La Fortuna Monteverde and Manuel Antonio for your own choice of activities
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotels (7 nts) on a twinshare basis. If you are interested in purchasing your own room, please see below for the My Own Room option.
- 2 lunches, 1 dinner
Transport
- Private vehicle, boat, walking.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Highlights
- Rappel down a waterfall in La Fortuna surrounded by lush landscapes and jungle views
- Dive deep into local culture with an insightful tour of the Mi Cafecito Coffee Cooperative – a G for Good Moment
- Take a well-deserved Me Day in Monteverde and explore or relax at your own pace
- Enjoy free entrance to the breathtaking Manuel Antonio National Park where wildlife and beaches await
- Look out for the elusive quetzal bird as you wander through the misty cloud forests
Trip Details
8 days
Private vehicle, boat, walking.
English
San José, Costa Rica
Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
Budget
Adventure, Budget
Light
Itinerary
Day 1: Dinner Party: San José
Meals included: Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - You will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel to start your adventure.Activity - Food is a universal language, and there's no better way to get to know a new friend, or a new community, than by breaking bread together and digging in to a delicious meal. Join your fellow Solo-ish travellers in an immersive cooking class at a local spot in San José. The class begins with the group receiving a surprise bag of ingredients. Relying only on touch and smell the group will pull the ingredients out of the bag blindfolded. There will be discussion around each object in the bag. Afterwards, learn how to make and cook tortillas and enjoy them with a delightful Costa Rican 'picadillo'.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.Accommodation - Hotel Urban Green
Day 2: We Day: Arenal Region
Meals included: Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Find out where your cup of java comes from. Visit the Mi Cafecito coffee cooperative in San Miguel de Sarapiqui, see shade-grown coffee plants, learn about everything from harvesting, to husking, drying, and roasting the beans before enjoying the best part – a fresh cup! Enjoy a typical lunch of plantains, beans, and freshly caught tilapia fish. Feel good about all this eating and drinking knowing that you are supporting a G Adventures for Good project that helps 200 farmers and their families.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - With your incredible CEO at the helm, get to know the local community and your Solo-ish travel mates on a day packed full of interesting and engaging adventures. After visiting Mi Cafecito, the group will dive into the world of craft Costa Rican cocktails, learning techniques and secrets behind creating a delicious and refreshing drink. Discover local ingredients and the unique combinations of fresh fruits and native herbs and spices that will create a vibrant, flavourful drink that embodies this very enchanting region.Accommodation - Hotel Sierra Arenal
Day 3: G Day: La Fortuna
Meals included: Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - With your Solo-ish travel mates and CEO, explore some of the world's coolest activities alongside new friends. It's not just an epic day of fun, its chock full of incredible experiences and a surprise G element along the way to take your day to an 11. Hold tight and get ready for a thrilling adventure as you rappel down the face of a rushing waterfall in La Fortuna. Fear and fun collide as your adrenaline surges and the sounds of the jungle surround you. Get soaked by the rushing water and feel alive and exhilarated. Walk through rivers and keep a look out for exotic birds and wildlife.Free_time - Enjoy a few hours to yourself after your adrenaline filled first part of the day and choose to relax or keep the activities going with the options available in destination.Accommodation - Hotel Sierra Arenal
Day 4: La Fortuna/Monteverde
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard and make friends with your seatmate en route to the next stop.Transport - Climb aboard and get your float on.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Free_time - Enjoy a free afternoon to become acquainted with the town of Monteverde on your own. Opt to find a fun local spot to grab some lunch either alone or with a few of your travel mates.Activity - Join a naturalist guide for a 1.5-2 hour tour in the cloud forest after dark. Learn more about the habits of the area's nocturnal wildlife including mammals, birds, insects, reptiles, and amphibians, and keep your eyes and ears open on this slow-paced walk. You never know what you might see – it depends on the day and your luck!Accommodation - Hotel Casa Madonna
Day 5: Me Day: Monteverde
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Traveling solo alongside your new Solo-ish travel mates means there's always something fun to do and new friends to explore with. But the joy of travel can also be about taking time to yourself to recharge, refresh and reflect on the journey. Today, choose to join your CEO for a local activity, or take the time to yourself to enjoy your own company in one of the most incredible places on our planet.Accommodation - Hotel Casa Madonna
Day 6: Monteverde/Manuel Antonio
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Pack your sunscreen, snack, and beach shoes and prepare for a great day in Costa Rica’s smallest, yet no less stunning, national park. Manuel Antonio offers four white-sand beaches separated by jagged rock outcrops and tidal pools where you can swim, snorkel, and sunbathe. When you’re all beached out, head to the shade of the nearby hiking trails to search for sloths, monkeys, and armadillos. Climb to the lookout to capture views of the pristine Pacific Ocean and the area’s off-shore islands. Today's walking distance within the park is 3km and will take about 2-3 hours.Accommodation - Hotel Le Priss
Day 7: Manuel Antonio
Pre-book the Manuel Antonio Catamaran Tour 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 - There's plenty to see and do in Quepos, and we wanted to make sure that you had some time to take it all in. Feel free to relax or try optional activities like visiting Manuel Antonio National Park, mangrove kayaking, and surfing. Your CEO has more ideas if you need them. Just ask!Accommodation - Hotel Le Priss
Day 8: Manuel Antonio
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
- 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 $1999
Duration: 8 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Light
Costa Rica beckons, and this 8-day Solo-ish adventure is your perfect chance to answer. Designed for adventurous spirits craving both connection and independence, this trip dives deeper into the heart of Costa Rica’s incredible biodiversity.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 13 Jun 2026
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
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