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Costa Rica 360°: between jungle, beaches and volcanoes
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Welcome to Costa Rica, it's time to enjoy some pura vida and wind down and gett lost in this corner of paradise! Get ready to hike trails that lead to waterfalls in the jungle, explore mangrove forests by kayak, encounter the most diverse wildlife and learn to recognise its sounds. On our tour of Costa Rica, you will finally get back to what life should be, so when it's eventually time to say goodbye to this incredible country, you will take a little bit of their lifestyle home with you.
Our trip starts in San José but don't worry, we leave the city right away: on day 2 we are already on the road to the sea in Puerto Viejo. Here we enjoy the Caribbean, exploring the surroundings by bicycle and taking our first swim of the trip! Then it's all nature: we go into Tortuguero National Park, where we trek and kayak among the mangroves, and, if the season is right, we'll see turtles hatch! Can we then miss a fair dose of adrenaline? Here we go them with some rafting on the Rio Sarapiquì and in Monteverde we'll explore the rainforest by zipline - but first we'll also make a stop in Arenal Volcano National Park, where the landscape is dominated by the cone of the majestic volcano. Finally, we reach Uvita, on the Pacific coast, where days of relaxation, yoga on the beach, long sunset walks and lots of snorkelling await! We end our trip with one last national park, Manuel Antonio National Park, where we will have our last full immersion in nature before returning to civilization in San José, where it all began. After this trip, 'Pura Vida' will be our new motto, and we will return home with new awareness of the natural world.
Trip type
360º - it's our great classic that allows you to discover the destination in all its aspects. We recommend packing a backpack rather than a suitcase as there will be lots of moving around.
Physical rating
HIGH - this itinerary involves hiking or similar adrenaline-pumping adventures so a high level of physical effort and adaptability is required. Be prepared for an active trip, potential long transfers and adventures like no other!
Entry requirements
Please visit your country's official government website to find out the necessary requirements for entering the country of destination.
Arrival and departure
This trip will begin and end in San José. Aim to arrive by 5pm on the first day – on the last day you are free to leave whenever!
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Costa Rica
13 days
Mon, 03 Nov 2025 Sat, 15 Nov 2025
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$1,771
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What's included
12 nights accommodation in shared rooms
All breakfasts
2 dinners in Sarapiquí
Private transfer to Puerto Viejo on day 2
3-hour shared boat excursion to Tortuguero on day 4
Lunch on day 4
Kayak excursion in Tortuguero National Park
Minivan with local driver from day 4 to 11
An exciting white-water rafting excursion on the Rio Sarapiqui on day 6
Local Experience: learn about local ingredients and prepare a traditional dish during a fun cooking class
Entrance and guided tour to the Manuel Antonio National Park on day 12
Travel Coordinator services
Cancellation up to 31 days before departure — 100% refund (deposit refunded as a gift card) or option to change trips.
Money pot? Find out more!
FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions
Itinerary
day 1
Welcome to Costa Rica!
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Check-in: our adventure starts in San José
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Roundtrip flights or transportation to reach the destination are not included in the package, so you can decide from where and when you want to leave! This gives you complete freedom of choice to adjust your travel itinerary to your needs.
Check into your hotel in San José before getting ready to head out to discover the lively neighbourhood of Escalante and its many bars and restaurants. It will be the perfect opportunity to taste our first casado, a dish made up of rice, beans, salad, fried plantain and meat or fish.
Included: overnight stay, breakfast
Not included: airport transfer, food and drinks
days 2, 3
Puerto Viejo: baking by the Atlantic Ocean
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From San José to Puerto Viejo
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Let our adventure begin! Our first stop takes us to the Caribbean side of the country – welcome to the vibrant town of Puerto Viejo! After a few hours in the van crossing the scenic and pristine Braulio Carrillo National Park, we can rent bicycles to go from white-sand beach to white-sand beach while being cheered by the families of howler monkeys that love to hang out during the sunset hours. This evening we will enjoy a traditional Caribbean-style dinner – bring your appetite with you!
Cahuita National Park
Today we'll have the chance to experience our first encounter with the local wildlife in the beautiful Cahuita National Park. We can explore the different trails that cross the jungle and grab our snorkels to take a peek at the amazing underwater world filled with coral and tropical fish. But it's not just wildlife that we can observe – we will also get in close contact with the indigenous people of the area, the Bribri, and their centuries-old way of preparing chocolate!
Included: overnight stay, breakfast, transfer to Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Money Pot: bike rental, admission fees where applicable, full-day tour of Cahuita National Park and visit to Bribri community
Not included: food and drinks
day 4
Tortuguero National Park: into the rainforest
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Exploring the north of the country
It takes a little patience to reach Tortuguero National Park , but it's worth it! We will have 3 hours to try to spot caimans, toucans and monkeys during an excursion in a shared boat that will take us from the port of Moin to the village of Tortuguero. The park functions as the lung of the area: nature reigns supreme here, with lagoons, rivers, rainforest and animals of all species. The name Tortuguero is derived from the word for 'turtle' in Spanish, as turtles come to the park's beaches every year to lay their eggs. If you are lucky, we might witness newborn turtles on their journey to reach the sea. If it's the right season, this is something we simply cannot miss!
In the afternoon we can stretch our legs with a hike up to Cerro Tortuguero, an extinct volcano with the best views of the area. We'll be on the lookout for monkeys, geckos, lizards, frogs and brightly-coloured birds that inhabit the forest – and may keep us company during our adventure!
Included: overnight stay, breakfast, transfer to Moin port, 3-hour shared boat excursion from Moin to Tortuguero
Money Pot: Tortuguero National Park admission fee
Not Included: food and drinks
day 5
Tortuguero National Park: kayaking through the mangroves
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Kayaking and a cooking class
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The best time to spot animals around here is early in the morning, so we'll wake up before dawn for a kayak tour through the park's mangrove channels. No one likes to have their alarm clock set so early, but this time it will be worth it. The magic of the early-morning silence, broken only by the sounds of the animals and accompanied by the colours of the rising sun, will take us into a world far removed from our daily routine. Let's enjoy these moments of peace and quiet in nature before... a nice breakfast!
After breakfast it's time for a change of landscape as we move inland towards the central valley region. In the afternoon we reach our lodge in the middle of the rainforest surrounding the Sarapiquí River. After an early morning, we have the afternoon at our leisure. We can take it easy and soak up the chilled-out vibes of the riverside town or if we're still in the mood for more exploration, we can go on a hike out of town for a glimpse of the rapids and waterfalls awaiting us tomorrow. But wait, there's even more planned! We'll get to learn how to prepare an authentic Costa Rican empanada with our local chef.
Included: overnight stay, breakfast, kayak tour in Tortuguero, transfer to Sarapiquí, cooking experience and dinner
Money Pot: admission fees where applicable
Not Included: other food and drinks
day 6
Rafting along the Sarapiquí River
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In the middle of the rainforest
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Another early morning today, but we won't need a brew this time as adrenaline will be our caffeine! This morning we raft down the Río Sarapiquí – there will be times when we go through calm stretches of the river and we'll be able to enjoy the scenery, while other parts will see us paddle hard to conquer the rapids! Is there a risk of getting wet? Absolutely, and we can't wait! After lunch, the waterways of Costa Rica will remain our focus as we to explore what's considered the waterfall capital of Costa Rica: Bajos del Toro in Juan Castro Blanco National Park. We have more than 30 falls to choose from but trust us, all of them are equally impressive.
Included: overnight stay, breakfast, rafting on the Sarapiquí River, transport and dinner
Money Pot: entrance fees where applicable
Not included: other food and drinks
day 7
Arenal Volcano National Park
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Natural pools
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Fun fact: Costa Rica has 5% of the world's biodiversity. We're on a mission to see as much of it as possible, so it's a new day and another national park – and perhaps one of the most famous in Costa Rica. Arenal Volcano has a symmetrical conical shape which dominates the park's landscape. Until recently it was one of the country's most active volcanoes, with an average of 41 eruptions a day, but luckily for us it is currently in its dormant phase!
It's time to take advantage of the several hot pools and enjoy a dip surrounded by lush jungle and perhaps accompanied by a cool pipa fría, a drink served directly in a coconut. What more could we wish for? Well, we could also add one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the country and the opportunity to feel on top of the jungle walking across several hanging bridges observing the wildlife up close. Sounds like a pretty cool day doesn't it?
Included: overnight stay, breakfast, transport
Money Pot: entrance fees
Not included: food and drinks
day 8
Monteverde: zipelines and night-walks
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Nocturnal animals
After driving all around Lake Arenal waving goodbye to the iconic volcano, we start gaining altitude immersing ourselves in one of the most distinctive landscapes of Costa Rica: the mystic cloud forest of Monteverde. Home to a unique flora and fauna we'll get to explore the area late in the evening when the sun goes down and the nocturnal wildlife comes out... sloths, armadillos, racoons, red-eyed tree frogs, scorpions and tarantulas! They'll be our walking companions for the night.
Let's keep some of the adrenaline going into the morning, as we'll get the chance to fly through the clouds on one of the longest zip lines in all of Latin America before heading down towards the Pacific coast. If that's not our thing though, we can find out more about where our morning cappuccino comes from with a visit to a sustainable coffee farm. We'll discover the importance of the coffee industry in Costa Rica, and of course we'll get to try it too!
Included: overnight stay, breakfast, transport
Money Pot: night-walk, coffee farm tour and admission fees where applicable
Not Included: food and drinks
days 9, 10, 11
Uvita: surf and yoga by the Pacific Ocean
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Surfing, yoga and chilling
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The last few days of our adventure are spent in paradise, Uvita! We can take surfing lessons, go snorkelling, go hiking... there are plenty of options to choose from!
This is also home to Marino Ballena National Park, where every year humpback whales come to carry out their reproductive cycle so keep an eye out! Funnily enough, the whole bay has the shape of a whale tail. We're also close enough to pay a visit to famous Manuel Antonio National Park. In the evenings we can find our favourite place for sunset and enjoy a drink or two – ticos (Costa Ricans) know how to party!
Included: overnight stay, breakfast, transport
Money Pot: entrance fees where applicable
Not included: food and drinks
day 12
From Manuel Antonio National Park to the capital San José
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Nature and city
This morning the last immersion in the jungle that has accompanied us these days awaits us with the guided tour of the Manuel Antonio National Park. This 680 m park overlooks the Pacific Ocean and is made up of a rainforest inhabited by curious little creatures such as the sloth , but also of pristine sandy beaches. A park guide will take us to discover the dozens of paths that cross it and if we have time and desire to relax a bit, we take out the towel and lie down on these wonderful beaches, among the most beautiful in all of Costa Rica.
We return to the capital in the evening for our last evening in Costa Rica. For dinner we can taste more typical dishes, such as marisco soup, chicharrones or chifrijo. And we should undoubtedly raise a glass to us and to the memories we have made together through this trip!
Included: overnight stay, breakfast, transport, entrance and guided tour of Manuel Antonio National Park
Money Pot: entrance fees
Not included: food and drinks
day 13
Goodbye Costa Rica
Check-out and goodbyes
Check-out and goodbye – until your next WeRoad adventure!
Not included: airport transfer, food and drinks
End of services. The itinerary may undergo some variations that differ from what is stated above. These variations may not be predictable nor depend on WeRoad’s will, i.e. climate conditions, national holidays, strikes, etc.
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The travel coordinators
Our travel coordinators are chosen because they are people like you. Not only are they the best travel buddy you could hope for, but they're trained professionals guaranteed to show you a travel experience like never before
Info to know
Staff
Our trips are led by a Travel Coordinator who has been specifically trained by us to lead group travels to ensure you have the best time. A WhatsApp group with all travel participants will be created two weeks prior to departure by your Travel Coordinator.
Luggage
Backpacks are mandatory to allow easy transfers - we recommend a 45L backpack for our trips.
FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions
Is the flight included?
Round-trip flights are not included in any of our trips because we like to give you autonomy and flexibility: you can choose the airline you want to fly with, the departure airport that suits you best, and how many and which stops you want to make.
Since flights are not included, you also have more flexibility with your travel dates: if possible, you can arrive at your destination a few days earlier or return home a bit later – or even continue independently to a nearby destination!
What is the Money Pot and how does it work?
This is the question of all questions, and here’s the answer, broken down into points!
The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator.
It is used to streamline paymentsfor extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group.
It is typically collected on the first day of the trip in local currency, although at times, the Travel Coordinator may ask for it to be paid before departure.
You’ll find the amount of the money pot on the website under the section ‘What’s included in the money pot’ – how do you get there? Look for ‘What’s included’, scroll down to ‘Money pot? Click here’, and you’ll find the details.
The amount varies depending on the destination chosen.
It is used exclusively for group expenses that ALL participants decide to take part in.
It is estimated based on the experiences of other groups but can vary depending on the needs of the group itself. As such, the Travel Coordinator may need to increase the amount during the trip.
If not all of the money pot is used, the difference will be returned to all participants at the end of the trip in equal amounts.
The Money Pot also covers the Travel Coordinator’s share of the activities included in the money pot, except for those activities that are free for the Travel Coordinator.
If you pay in advance part of the money pot before the trip for certain non-refundable optional activities, unfortunately, the amount cannot be refunded in case of trip cancellation.
Which are the accepted payment methods?
We offer several payment methods to meet all needs:
1. Credit or debit card from Visa, Mastercard, or American Express.
2. Installment payments for certain countries only
If you choose the deposit and balance option, you can pay the balance from your MyWeRoad Personal Area via bank transfer.
Can I cancel or modify my booking?
Anyone who books a WeRoad trip has the option to cancel or modify the trip – including both the dates and the destination – free of charge up to 31 days before departure. In case of cancellation, you will receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price. (Deposits will be refunded in the form of a gift card valid for 365 days from issue date.) If you make a change, a price adjustment will be applied to the new trip chosen – meaning, if the new trip is cheaper, we will refund the difference; if it’s more expensive, you will need to pay the difference.
If you’ve purchased the Flexible Cancellation Option (which you can add in the first step of the booking process), you can request a cancellation or trip change until 8 days before departure. In case of cancellation, you’ll receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price, minus the cost of the Flexible Cancellation option. Deposits will be refunded in the form of a gift card valid for 365 days from issue date.
You can do it directly from your personal MyWeRoad account!
Within your booking you will find the "Change Your Trip" section at the bottom right, just underneath your booking details. You will be able to select a different date for the same trip, or a different trip entirely. Whether you are able to change the trip depends on the cancellation terms of your booking. For your original booking if you selected the Private Room, Flexible Cancellation or entered any discount code, gift card or voucher, before confirming the change we will let you know if anything isn't applicable to the new trip and you can decide whether to proceed or not. If you have any issues please do get in touch with the WeRoad team and we'll be able to help.
It's not possible to move to a 'sold out' trip and with any trips that are 'on request' we will need to check availability with our local partners so please do get in touch if you want to move to an 'on request' trip. Please bear in mind that if the trip has the 'final spots' status, there may be no places left in either the male or female room.
How to request a cancellation or change to your trip? Send us an email at [email protected] or a WhatsApp on +447716573700. Please share the booking reference for the trip you want to cancel or change, and, in case of a change, the new trip you would like to join.
What type of accommodation should I expect on your trips?
In general, we always choose local accommodations, avoiding large hotel chains, because we love to experience the culture of the place and, whenever possible, contribute to the local economy. Typically, our accommodations are hotels, apartments, guesthouses, and hostels run by local entrepreneurs, with the same standard maintained across all trips in the same destination.
For our Collection trips, which are our premium category, the accommodations are always 4 or 5-star or carefully selected boutique hotels.
The list of accommodations for your trip will be shared with you by your Travel Coordinator between 5 and 3 days before departure, along with other useful details for your adventure!
Why do we have the Money Pot on all WeRoad trips?
If you're wondering why WeRoad trips have a money pot, we’re assuming you already know what it is. If not, or if you have any doubts, we invite you to read all the information here!
Let’s quickly recap: The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator. It’s used to speed up payments for extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group.
But let’s get to the point: why the money pot? First of all: it gives us a lot of flexibility. In all WeRoad trips you will have a bunch of Must See/Must Do activities already included - these are experiences, places or activities that simply cannot be missed! Any extra activities is decided by the group, why? Because each group is unique and may have particular wants or desires and the Money Pot allows each group to customise their trip to make it perfect for their requirements!
It also helps us speed up payments – imagine being in the subway in New York City, one by one purchasing the ticket...a nightmare right? Thanks to the Money Pot, the Travel Coordinator can simply purchase the tickets for everyone making the entire processes smoother! Any leftover money will be returned at the end of the trip and split equally amongst all participants.
In some destinations, buying goods or services on site is more economical as you are able to negotiate the price - places like Morocco, or South East Asia, bargaining is part of the culture. As such, our Travel Coordinators will be able to secure the best deal for all participants.
The amount of the money pot is specified in each trip – look for this button
which will take you to a detailed breakdown for each trip, like this:
How can I find the flight details of my travel buddies?
WeRoad is not authorised to provide this information due to privacy reasons.
However, there is a solution - you can connect with your travel buddies by joining our Facebook group. Look for a post related to your trip, or ask the group admins for help in connecting with your future travel companions!
If a Travel Coordinator has already been assigned to the trip you're interested in, you can easily find their introduction post in the group via the website: in the tour list, click on 'Ask the coordinator', or in the trip details page, in the coordinator section, click on 'Ask [coordinator's name] for information on this trip in our Facebook group'. For both cases, see the screenshots below!
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Trip details page
What's the average size and age of a WeRoad group?
In all our groups, the Travel Coordinator and participants speak English – knowing how to speak and understand English is therefore a fundamental requirement to participate in our trips.
On average the groups are made up of 6-15 people, with a minimum of 3/4 participants and a maximum of 15.
All our travellers are in theirs 20s, 30s and 40s. If you're very curios to know the age range of the group for a tour you're interested in, you can contact us by WhatsApp at +447716573700
Regarding the male-female ratio, this is not guaranteed and varies trip by trip.
Can I see who’s in the group before I book the trip?
Yes! If you're curious, you can take a sneak peek at the group before booking – although, in our opinion, that kind of spoils the surprise! You’ll find the info in the ‘Group’ section for each trip on the departures page, showing how many WeRoaders have already booked. Click the little arrow and you’ll even see their gender and ages – but hey, that’s exclusive info, so we’ll ask you to log in or sign up to see that!
You can spot this info in the screenshots below:
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Will I share the room?
Yes, in all our trips you will share a room with other same-sex travellers, and the bathroom will either be private or shared only with fellow participants of the trip. The rooms we select can be doubles, triples, quadruples, or multi-bed (up to 8 people in exceptional cases), depending on the destination and availability.
There are never dorms with people outside the WeRoad group, except in certain cases for local experiences, which are specifically mentioned in the itinerary or communicated before booking. These typically involve specific nights in unique accommodations like tents, homestays, or camping, offering a more adventurous travel experience in exchange for some comfort.
During the booking process, you can also choose to opt for a mixed room: in this case, if needed, only those who have agreed to this option may share a room with travellers of a different sex. If you are booking for multiple people together and select this option, the room will not be exclusive to your group but may be shared with other travellers in the group.
Who is and what does the Travel Coordinator do?
The WeRoad Travel Coordinator is an experienced and skilled traveller and will be the perfect companion for your trip. They will be available for any eventuality and will manage all the logistical aspects of the itinerary (transports, timings, accommodations, meeting points, etc.), so you can enjoy the trip without any worries!
You will have the chance to get to know them when the WhatsApp group is created approximately 2 weeks before departure - this will be the moment to ask any pre-departure questions and get to know the rest of the group! If the trip you are interested in already has a Travel Coordinator assigned, you can contact them before booking – their details will be specified in the schedule or on the trip page, or you can search for their name here. After booking, you will find their contact details in your Personal Area, under ‘Bookings and Trips’ > ‘Your Upcoming Trips’ > ‘Trip Details’.
How can I be part of the community?
When you set off on a WeRoad trip, you’re officially a WeRoader – and as we often say, 'Once a WeRoader, always a WeRoader'. This means that once you’re part of the community, a little piece of WeRoad will always stay with you, even if you no longer travel with us.
But you’re not just a WeRoader during your trips, far from it! The community is alive and active all year round: you can stay in touch by following and interacting on our social media channels, like the Facebook group or the Instagram profile. We can also meet up for a dinner or a trek together at one of the events organised by our coordinators around the world!
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