59 Wildlife holidays in Costa Rica found
Costa Rica wildlife holiday
An amazing variety of Costa Rican wildlife
From £2,829 to £3,599 16 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 3 Jan, 8 Jan, 17 Jan, 31 Jan, 7 Feb, 12 Feb, 16 Feb, 26 Feb, 28 Feb, 7 Mar, 9 Mar, 12 Mar, 14 Mar, 16 Mar, 21 Mar, 23 Mar, 26 Mar, 28 Mar, 3 Apr, 6 Apr, 10 Apr, 13 Apr, 17 Apr, 20 Apr, 24 Apr, 27 Apr, 4 May, 11 May, 13 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 17 Aug, 28 Sep, 12 Oct, 19 Oct, 26 Oct, 2 Nov, 5 Nov, 7 Nov, 9 Nov, 12 Nov, 14 Nov, 16 Nov, 19 Nov, 21 Nov, 23 Nov, 26 Nov, 28 Nov, 30 Nov, 19 Dec, 21 Dec, 31 Dec
2020: 2 Jan ...
2020: 2 Jan ...
Late availability on these dates: 03 Jan, 08 Jan, 17 Jan, 31 Jan, 07 Feb, 12 Feb, 16 Feb, 26 Feb, 28 Feb, 07 Mar, 09 Mar, 12 Mar, 14 Mar, 16 Mar, 21 Mar, 23 Mar, 26 Mar, 28 Mar
Costa Rica highlights holiday & beach
Short highlight itinerary covering city, forests and beach.
From £1,375 13 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Everything is tweak-able, giving you the freedom to build a unique and personal trip for your chosen date. Upgrade your accommodation for all - or just part - of your trip, slow down the pace with few extra nights here and there or add a few more active adventures along the way.
Book your 2019 adventure today with only a £150 per person deposit
Self drive holiday in Costa Rica
Tailor made, flexible self-drive in stunning Costa Rica
From £2,405 17 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailormade throughout the year and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary
Costa Rica tailor made holiday, vistas and volcanoes
Discover Costa Rica's hidden gems
From £3,270 12 days inc UK flights
Tailor made:
Available all year. This suggested itinerary can be modified entirely to your personal wishes including departure date, duration, accommodation used and how long you spend in each destination.
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Costa Rica wildlife holiday, Coastal Secrets
Wildlife rich waterways of Tortuguero to the dense jungle
From £3,299 to £3,999 15 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2018: 28 Dec
2019: 16 Mar, 13 Jul, 27 Jul, 4 Aug, 11 Aug, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 5 Oct, 19 Oct, 2 Nov
2020: 11 Jan, 18 Jan, 25 Jan, 1 Feb, 8 Feb, 15 Feb, 22 Feb, 7 Mar, 14 Mar, 21 Mar, 18 Jul, 25 Jul, 1 Aug, 8 Aug, 15 Aug, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct, 10 Oct, 17 Oct, 31 Oct, 7 Nov
2019: 16 Mar, 13 Jul, 27 Jul, 4 Aug, 11 Aug, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 5 Oct, 19 Oct, 2 Nov
2020: 11 Jan, 18 Jan, 25 Jan, 1 Feb, 8 Feb, 15 Feb, 22 Feb, 7 Mar, 14 Mar, 21 Mar, 18 Jul, 25 Jul, 1 Aug, 8 Aug, 15 Aug, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct, 10 Oct, 17 Oct, 31 Oct, 7 Nov
Late availability on these dates: 28 Dec, 16 Mar
Costa Rica holiday, coast to coast
Discover the dramatic contrasts of Costa Rica's coastlines
From £1,660 to £3,285 16 days ex flights
Tailor made:
We offer a complete tailor made service allowing you to decide where you stay and what to do.
Costa Rica adventure holiday
Fall under the spell of Costa Rica
From £986 to £1,219£1,199 16 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Depatures at least once a week on Mondays and Saturdays throughout the year
Wildlife holiday in Costa Rica
Explore rainforests and reefs along the Caribbean coast
From £486 to £579 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 17 Jan, 31 Jan, 14 Feb, 7 Mar, 21 Mar, 25 Apr, 23 May, 13 Jun, 2 Aug, 30 Aug, 20 Sep, 18 Oct, 1 Nov, 15 Nov, 29 Nov, 13 Dec, 27 Dec
2020: 10 Jan, 24 Jan, 7 Feb, 21 Feb, 6 Mar, 20 Mar, 3 Apr, 17 Apr
2020: 10 Jan, 24 Jan, 7 Feb, 21 Feb, 6 Mar, 20 Mar, 3 Apr, 17 Apr
Family volunteering with turtles in Costa Rica
Family turtle conservation volunteering in Costa Rica
From £709 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Tailor made: Flexible departures July - December (nesting season)
Volunteer with turtles in Costa Rica
Protect nesting turtles on Costa Rica's beautiful beaches
From £969 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Flexible departures July - December (nesting season)
Costa Rica tour
Explore the Caribbean coast to the Pacific
From £1,230£1,215 to £1,485 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 19 Jan, 26 Jan, 2 Feb, 9 Feb, 14 Feb, 16 Feb, 21 Feb, 28 Feb, 2 Mar, 7 Mar, 9 Mar, 16 Mar, 23 Mar, 30 Mar, 6 Apr, 11 Apr, 13 Apr, 20 Apr, 25 Apr, 27 Apr, 4 May, 11 May, 25 May, 8 Jun, 15 Jun, 22 Jun, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 11 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 17 Aug, 24 Aug, 31 Aug, 7 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 5 Oct, 19 Oct, 26 Oct, 2 Nov, 9 Nov, 16 Nov, 21 Nov, 23 Nov, 30 Nov, 5 Dec, 7 Dec, 12 Dec, 14 Dec, 19 Dec, 21 Dec, 26 Dec ...
Up to £130 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 19 Jan, 26 Jan, 02 Feb, 09 Feb, 14 Feb, 16 Feb, 21 Feb, 28 Feb, 02 Mar, 07 Mar, 09 Mar, 16 Mar, 23 Mar
Late availability on these dates: 19 Jan, 26 Jan, 02 Feb, 09 Feb, 14 Feb, 16 Feb, 21 Feb, 28 Feb, 02 Mar, 07 Mar, 09 Mar, 16 Mar, 23 Mar
Costa Rica self drive holiday, natural history
Discover Costa Rica's natural history and impressive scenery
From £1,235 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
We offer a complete tailor made service allowing you to decide where you stay and what to do
Natural highlights tour of Costa Rica
A tropical paradise bursting with wildlife
From £2,099 to £2,599 9 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 5 Jan, 19 Jan, 23 Feb, 9 Mar, 30 Mar, 6 Apr, 27 Jul, 10 Aug, 12 Oct, 9 Nov, 16 Nov
Late availability on these dates: 05 Jan, 19 Jan, 23 Feb, 09 Mar
Costa Rica holiday, off the beaten track
Off the usual tourist trail in 3 weeks.
From £1,598 11 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Everything is tweak-able, giving you the freedom to build a unique and personal trip for your chosen date. Upgrade your accommodation for all - or just part - of your trip, slow down the pace with few extra nights here and there or add a few more active adventures along the way
Book your 2019 adventure today with only a £150 per person deposit
Helpdesk
If you would like some help or advice, or just want to discuss your ideas for your next trip, do give us a call.
Costa Rica holiday, tailor made
Great value holiday through stunning Costa Rica
From £1,485 12 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Costa Rica wildlife tour
Experience Costa Rica's incredible wildlife and wilderness
From £1,950 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip is only for tailor made departures throughout the year to suit your requirements
Costa Rica beach & wildlife holiday
Cloud forest and a volcano, plus a whole lot of relaxation!
From £1,650 13 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip is only for tailor made departures throughout the year to suit your requirements
Costa Rica self drive holiday
Exploring Costa Rica your way
From £1,195 to £1,295 11 days ex flights
Tailor made:
We offer a complete tailor made service allowing you to decide where you stay and what to do
Costa Rica tailor made holiday, highlights
Discover Costa Rica's natural and cultural wonders
From £2,200 13 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip is only for tailor made departures throughout the year to suit your requirements
Costa Rica nature adventure tour
Immerse yourself in the scenary of Costa Rica.
From £1,795 10 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Costa Rica tailor made adventure
Off the beaten track tailor made adventure in Costa Rica
From £2,950 15 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Costa Rica and Galapagos wildlife holiday
Galapagos wildlife cruise plus Costa Rica nature/beach week
From £5,220 17 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Multi activity holiday in Costa Rica
Become immersed in Costa Rica's natural wilds
From £3,075 to £3,230 18 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 2 Feb, 11 May, 20 Jul, 17 Aug, 21 Dec, 28 Dec
2020: 1 Feb, 15 Feb, 11 Apr, 9 May, 18 Jul, 15 Aug, 12 Sep, 7 Nov, 21 Nov, 12 Dec
2020: 1 Feb, 15 Feb, 11 Apr, 9 May, 18 Jul, 15 Aug, 12 Sep, 7 Nov, 21 Nov, 12 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 02 Feb
Tailor made Costa Rica wildlife holiday
Encounter the wildlife of Costa Rica
From £2,490 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary
Costa Rica conservation tour, tailormade
The Pacific to the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica
From £2,470 12 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary
Turtle research expedition in Costa Rica
Volunteer to study and protect green and hawksbill turtles.
From US $1,595 to US $2,295 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Costa Rica Leatherback turtle conservation holiday
Help researchers study & protect giant leatherback turtles.
From US $1,495 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 19 May, 9 Jun
Costa Rica wildlife small group tour
Discover rich nature and unique wildlife
From £2,559 to £3,195 16 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 12 Jan, 9 Feb, 16 Feb, 23 Feb, 9 Mar, 6 Apr, 13 Apr, 13 Jul, 10 Aug, 5 Oct, 19 Oct, 2 Nov, 9 Nov, 16 Nov, 23 Nov, 18 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 12 Jan, 09 Feb, 16 Feb, 23 Feb, 09 Mar
Coast to Coast holiday in Costa Rica
A trip through Costa Rica in comfortable, handpicked hotels
From £3,160 to £3,920 16 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2018: 19 Dec
2019: 12 Jan, 19 Jan, 23 Mar, 13 Apr, 27 Jul, 2 Nov, 23 Nov, 30 Nov, 14 Dec, 21 Dec
2019: 12 Jan, 19 Jan, 23 Mar, 13 Apr, 27 Jul, 2 Nov, 23 Nov, 30 Nov, 14 Dec, 21 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 19 Dec, 12 Jan, 19 Jan, 23 Mar
Costa Rica small group tour
A highlights tour of Costa Rica
From £3,549 to £3,949 13 days inc UK flights
Small group travel:
2019: 8 Jul, 22 Jul, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 15 Sep
From
£2,829
including UK flights
I had a great time! We had a great mix of personalities within our group, saw plenty of wildlife and ate lots of great food. (more)Lee Truong
The great diversity of this country, the climate and geographical changes, together with the plants, birds and mammals. (more)Alan Nunn
The highlight was Tortuguero National Park. An excellent trip; travelling for circa 3 to 4 hours every other day was acceptable and allowed approximately a day and a half at each new location. Guide was well informed, articulate and considerate. (more)Chris Schaefer
From
£1,375
excluding flights
We had an amazing time- of course there were things we could do differently however we had such a wonderful and inspiring time that we will give it 10/10. (more)Tracey Newbold
Fantastic! A most memorable and enjoyable adventure. The planning and logistics were wonderful. All transports and accommodations were exceptional. The activities pre-booked and available at each destination were diverse and fun. Highly recommend to all. (more)Rob Roberto
It was awesome - thank you for the great planning RT, we covered six areas
in 12 days and your planning made that seamless. (more)Daisy Ilchovska
From
£1,660
excluding flights
Excellent (more)Jenny Crampton
Absolutely fantastic. .. and this still doesn't come close! (more)Adele Burrow
Monkeys. Saw all four species and such fun! All the wildlife was spectacular, lots of it up close and easy to see. The local wildlife guides are brilliant and everyone in the country seems to know about and care about wildlife - wonderful! (more)Dee Stephens
From
£1,650
excluding flights
Excellent! Varied with wildlife focus and some activities. (more)Angelique Crooks
The wildlife was outstanding - egg-laying turtles on the Carribean coast; whales and dolphins in the Pacific and the plethora of monkeys, sloths, birds, lizards and snakes. However, what our boys really remembered was our white-water rafting experience which was exhilarating. (more)Andrew Clayson
There were many highlights - including watching a Green Turtle laying eggs, spotting the rare Splendid Quetzal, snorkelling with fish and turtles off Cano
Island and watching the abundant wildlife including 2 species of sloth. (more)Robert Phillips
From
£1,950
excluding flights
Can't pick any one memorable moment, there were too many. Cable car across a forest valley? Wild toucans and Macaws? Being buzzed by humming birds? Exotic fruit and food?... (more)Mike Adams
Brilliant! Most places we stayed in were run by local people and I made sure I bought all my souvenirs from a craft cooperative. (more)Una Carter
Fantastic. Cannot recommend the agent highly enough. They listened so carefully to what we were looking for, and tailored the itinerary and accommodation perfectly. As such it was a brilliant mixture of wildlife, walking, landscapes, relaxation and adventure. (more)Jemima Jewell
From
£986
excluding flights
That's difficult as there were so many memorable moments. The zipwire above the cloud forest was a massive adrenalin rush. Helping to plant trees by potting bags of soil was great too and a great bonding moment for the group. (more)Sylvia Kenna
The most exciting part of the holiday was probably the turtle egg laying. (more)Abigail Croydon
All of it was memorable...the wildlife, the scenery, the activities we did, including zipwiring, canyoning and whitewater rafting, our group and group leader and especially the amazing friendliness of the Costa Rican people. (more)Jocelyn Owen
From
£1,215
excluding flights
All of it was memorable...each place visited is so different... it's hard to choose. Monteverde for its lush vegetation, but boy can it get cold at night...and tortuguero for its wildlife. (more)Linda Whittingham
Seeing turtles was the most exciting part of the holiday (more)Fiona Weir
For my husband it was the amazing variety and beauty of the birds. For myself it was the excitement of seeing an armadillo at close quarters, although all the wildlife was extraordinary! (more)Kimberley and Barry Brown
From
£1,235
excluding flights
Most memorable was the morning bird trip at Sarapiqui which was excellent. (more)Lindsay Pavey
Our favourite part of the holiday was the three days we spent in the Tortuguero area, a fabulous experience. Going out on the boats early in the morning to
watch wildlife was amazing. (more)Heather Reid
Fantastic, absolutely loved it! (more)Clare Sparks
From
£2,405
excluding flights
From
£1,195
excluding flights
Lots of very memorable moments, but the best was finding a family of sloths at Playa Punta Uva on the Caribbean Coast who were so close we could have touched them. (more)Janet Sutherland
Fantastic! Our time at El Remanso lodge in the Osa Penninsla it was a super place and had some wonderful wildlife sightings there. (more)Jane Fowles
On an early morning bird-watching trail with a local guide, we were lucky enough to see 5 of these beautiful birds... feeding on wild avocados. We sat for an hour as the sun began to rise, driving away the cold night air as the clouds rolled up the forested mountain side. Quite amazing. (more)Paul Smith
From
£1,390
excluding flights
The highlight was the countries themselves and the great variety of sightseeing, activities etc. (more)Ivor Gaber
Seeing lots of animals was the most memorable! Sloths, monkeys, dolphins, crocodiles, birds. Fantastic trip, beautiful country, a great mixture of activities and relaxing by a beach! (more)Annemari Koppinen
From
£486
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Seeing magnificent rainforest from high bridges on flanks of a volcano, seeing a turtle laying her eggs, giving bottle of milk to young spider, howler and capuchin monkeys at a rescue centre.
Tips?
Don't miss out on tours which give you full experience of the natural history of Costa Rica.
Local benefits?
I think the money I paid for my tours helped support the conservation and wildlife work and that my tour helped the businesses of the hotel and restaurant... (more)Celia Home
From
£2,200
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The stay at Cerro Escondido. It was not touristy, the hike there was great, and the managers were very welcoming. A beautiful, peaceful spot, off the beaten track.
Tips?
If you go to Tortuguero, go for as good a lodge as you can afford. We felt our guide was not as good as the one from the other lodge. Don't just stick to the well known bits, get off the beaten track a bit to experience the real Costa Rica.
Local benefits?
Yes! Most guides were local,... (more)Yvonne Chapman
From
£1,145
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
All of it!
Tips?
Research what you want to do as there is so much to do and see in Costa Rica that one trip will not be enough!!
Local benefits?
Yes very much so! Felt intergrated into the communities!
Overall rating?
10/10. (more)Julia Hames
From
£1,750
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Volunteering at the animal sanctuary, Venado caves, white water rafting, all
the guides and their animal spotting skills.
Tips?
Take cagoules for the regular downpours and torches for frog spotting/ night safaris. Try to pack light as there is a lot of moving around. Use the local laundry to clean and dry clothes after wet activities/ tropical rain storms.
Local benefits?
Some parts did. The kids saving the rainforest definely supported conservation. A range... (more)Kathleen Johnson
From
£1,995
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The wildlife, nature and the stunning diverse scenery.
Tips?
Pack well! Bring good hiking/walking boots, lightweight quick drying clothes and repellent for mountain/forest activities.
Local benefits?
Yes, our whole trip was extremely educational and we feel it has helped us as a family understand more about what we can do to protect our environment. Everywhere we went all staff including guides, hotel staff, drivers etc were all locals. They were all extremely... (more)Susan Geoghegan
From
£1,150
including domestic flights only
From
£2,099
including UK flights
Memorable parts?
Seeing wildlife in its natural habitat including spider, howler and capuchin monkeys, two and three toed sloths, basilisk lizards running on water, boa constrictors, tarantulas, toucans, hummingbirds and quetzals to name a few.
Tips?
I benefitted from packing a mosquito net for the first two nights accommodation.
Local benefits?
Yes.
Overall rating?
Excellent. Couldn't have been better. (more)Penny Calder
From
£2,490
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Wildlife
Tips?
Don't bother with the thermal baths - if you really want a mineral bath, use the free "locals" spa instead... look on Mr G's map for Free Natural Hot Springs River opposite Tabacon.
Local benefits?
Yes.
Overall rating?
Really good - well organised, worth every penny. (more)Nick Howard
From
£2,159
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
We all particularly enjoyed the guided wildlife spotting trips - several boat trips in Tortuguero which were a highlight with the added option of a Night Walk, which we would highly recommend. Tortuguero was magical, going everywhere by boat, with an interesting trip to the village and stunning beach. Our other highlight was our Beach Stay in Samara - a perfect beach practically all to ourselves. We booked a Turtle tour and watching a turtle nesting, laying eggs and returning... (more)Jenny Brothwell
From
£709
excluding flights
Most memorable? - The friendliness of the people, the beautiful surroundings, we were on the beach surrounded by lush green. The musical cacophony of all the surrounding wildlife...It really was a fantastic holiday. (more)Angelique Winston
Absolutely to be recommended. An amazing experience for all of us. Our daughters (age 14 and 9) enjoyed every minute. It's a holiday we will always remember. (more)Steve Halsey
Going out on patrol late in the evening, with clear skies and being able to see the whole Milky Way and shooting stars, following by finding a turtle and
rescuing the eggs as the turtle was laying them...were the most memorable parts of the holiday. (more)Antonio Cucchiara
From
£969
excluding flights
I enjoyed the night patrols, walking by moonlight, seeing the constellations, milky way, shooting stars & some of the lightening storms were spectacular. (more)Julie Clark
This is a really sound conservation project with some clear tangible benefits and as a volunteer you really fee like you're making a difference.
Would highly recommend this project to anyone. (more)Katie Wilkinson
I would give the holiday 7/10. It was a very relaxing an beautiful beach and I learnt so much about the culture and turtles. (more)Ellie Hall
From
£830
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
I think all of it. Loved every single minute and was extremely lucky with the tour guide (Vin) and the group!
Tips?
I would say to not expect luxury accommodation or to have hot water throughout but it is really worth it! Also be prepared that your days in Boquete
will be much cooler than the rest of the trip so I would suggest bringing long trousers and warm cover up clothes as many people on our trip got caught out
by the drastic change in temperature up in the... (more)Gabriela Stamenova
From
£1,485
excluding flights
