Compare Our Trips in Costa Rica

A small-group journey through Costa Rica’s most biodiverse ecosystems

Costa Rica Wildlife

For the most complete experience of Costa Rica’s diversity, look no further than our Costa Rica Wildlife tour. Join us as we explore the country’s three most important ecosystems: the mystical cloud forests of Monteverde, the volcanic highlands of Arenal, and the lowland rainforest canals of Tortuguero. With the help of WT’s beloved naturalist guides, spot Costa Rica wildlife like exotic birds from suspended bridges in Monteverde, monkeys in a rainforest beneath an active volcano, and sloths along the Caribbean coast. There’s no better way to capture Costa Rica’s extraordinary biodiversity than on this well-paced, 8-day small-group adventure that will have you hiking, boating, and zip lining.

The ultimate Costa Rica experience—on your own terms

Costa Rica Private Journey 

To experience our classic Costa Rica Wildlife itinerary but with the ability to choose your own dates, pacing, activities, and accommodations, join us on a Costa Rica Private tour. Enjoy having your own naturalist guide on this adventure that also traces Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, Arenal, and Tortuguero. Whether you opt for shorter, more accessible hikes or gearing wildlife spotting excursions to your favorite animals, the personalization offered with the Private Journey makes it an ideal choice for couples, friends, and families who want a fully tailored experience. We run this trip for private group sizes between 4 and 14 members.

If you’re planning a multigenerational adventure

Costa Rica Family Private Journey

For a journey that combines Costa Rica’s top places to visit with lots of fun excursions and hands-on activities, choose our Costa Rica Family Private Journey. Similar to the Costa Rica Wildlife adventure, our family-geared Private Journey visits Costa Rica national parks like Arenal, where we explore the area’s network of hanging bridges and thermal springs, and the waterways of Tortuguero, where we spot an incredible array of wildlife by boat. But rather than visit Monteverde’s cloud forests (available as a trip extension), we head to the Pacific Coast to the adventure capital of Manuel Antonio, a wildlife playground filled with zip-lining, kayaking, and beach time. Not only does the Family Private Journey offer flexible scheduling around school breaks, but families with children ages 5 to 10 receive special discounts!