Costa Rica: Caribbean Escape & Osa

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Costa Rica osa peninsula

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Uncover the best of Costa Rica's Caribbean coast from the Afro-Caribbean communities in the South to the canals of Tortuguero before heading to one of the world's top biodiversity spots in the Osa Peninsula for a few days

  • Cloud forests & volcanoes
  • Amazing wildlife
  • Caribbean beach break
  • Self-drive or transfers
  • Relaxation & adventure
  • Memorable places to stay
  • 100% Travel Positive
  • Snorkeling and jungle walks
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What's Included

Key Inclusions

13 nights small independent hotels & lodges

Private airport transfers

4x4 vehicle

Guided experiences (see activities)

All breakfasts

4 x lunches

3 x dinners


Guided Activities

Bajos del Toro waterfalls tour

Gandoca-Manzanillo tour

Guided Tortuguero wildlife tours

Caño Island snorkelling

Wildlife walk in a private reserve


5* Service

We have personally experienced & loved every aspect of this trip

Holiday Guide with advice, background information and recommendations

ABTOT / ATOL Financial protection

Local support throughout

24/7 emergency support

Industry-leading 160% carbon capture

Exclusive departure date


Please note: International travel & fuel for vehicle hire not included.

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Costa Rica


You will be picked up on arrival in Costa Rica and taken to your hotel for the night for a well deserved rest from the flight.

Day 2

Head to the country's volcanic northern highlands


Day 3

Bajos del Toro Waterfalls & Hotsprings


Day 4

Hike, ride, climb, or just relax


Day 5

Head for the Caribbean


Day 6

Get close to exotic wildlife


Day 7

Hike and snorkel in Cahuita National Park


Day 8

Travel by road and boat to Tortuguero


Day 9

Discover amazing wildlife


Day 10

Travel to Drake Bay via San Jose


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Experience...

The colorful culture

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Swim...

Off idyllic tropical beaches

Tortuguero National Park

Seek Out...

Amazing wildlife in Tortuguero

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Taste...

Delicious Caribbean cuisine

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