National Geographic Journeys: Highlights of Costa Rica - Travel with Becky!
May 7 - 15, 2026
Home to lush rainforests, pristine beaches, and an astonishing diversity of wildlife, Costa Rica has long been a leader in conservation and the protection of natural heritage. Experience this gorgeous Central American nation on a fun-filled adventure, taking you from the foot of an active volcano to the misty highlands and Pacific coast. Hear from a researcher at the National Geographic–supported Monteverde Institute, learn the art of tortilla-making with a local family, and seek out the country’s unique creatures-from blue morpho butterflies to howler monkeys-on hikes through the forest.
Highlights:
Devour a delicious lunch at a G Adventures-supported coffee co-op, learn how to make tortillas in a local home, listen to a lecture from a Monteverde Institute researcher, hike the trails of cloud forest reserves and breathtaking parks, search for wildlife while exploring the Pacific coast, and more.
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Ripple score: 100%
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Accommodation
Hotels (8 nts).
Group Leader
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Meals Included
8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner
What's Included
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Tortilla Making and Home Dinner, La Fortuna
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Monteverde Institute Lecture, Monteverde
Your G for Good Moment: Mi Cafecito Coffee Cooperative Tour, Sarapiquí
Your Discover Moment: La Fortuna. Arrival transfer. Guided nature walk in the Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve. Guided excursion to Manuel Antonio National Park. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Starting at only $2499 per person
Click "Full Itinerary" below to see all the details.
Itinerary
Important Documents and Links
Thu, May 7: San Jose
Fri, May 8: La Fortuna
Sat, May 9: La Fortuna
Sun, May 10: Monteverde
Mon, May 11: Monteverde
Tue, May 12: Manuel Antonio
Wed, May 13: Manuel Antonio
Thu, May 14: San Jose
Fri, May 15: San Jose
Full Itinerary

Your Advisor
Rebekah Esquibel
Experience Joy Travel Company LLC
State of California Seller of Travel: 2152037-50
State of Florida Seller of Travel: ST43007
State of Washington Seller of Travel: 604-994-859

becky@experience-joy.com
833-874-7569