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Costa Rica: Monteverde & La Fortuna

Start & end in San Jose 7 days Up to 16

About this trip

Seven days in Costa Rica split between two of its most striking landscapes: the misty cloud forest of Monteverde and the volcanic adventure hub of La Fortuna.

You'll visit a sustainable farm to see how coffee is grown, then have free time to explore Monteverde's cloud forest at your own pace. In La Fortuna the pace picks up, with a genuine choice of adrenaline activities on offer.

This is a trip for people who want nature and adventure in equal measure, with enough flexibility to pick the activities that suit you.

What you'll do

  • Visit a sustainable farm and learn about coffee production
  • Explore the cloud forest of Monteverde on your own time
  • Choose from canyoneering, whitewater rafting, or waterfall jumping in La Fortuna
  • Base yourself in Costa Rica's adventure capital, La Fortuna
Good to know
  • Some activities in La Fortuna are optional extras you choose on the ground
  • Free time in Monteverde means the itinerary isn't fully packed
What travellers actually say

Worth it if you value a knowledgeable guide and curated itinerary. Think twice if you expect all activities included or guaranteed 4-star hotels.

  • Guides consistently excellent: Steph, Nany, Luis, Eric, Maikol all praised for local knowledge and attentiveness.
  • Activities cost extra and are pricey; only breakfast and transport included despite premium positioning.
  • La Fortuna accommodation advertised as 4-star but delivered as basic 3-star motel; Monteverde better.
  • Bring cash for daily tips; airport transfers via Uber cheaper than pre-booked options; book own meals if picky.

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Tour dupe
Same trip, less money
£389 less all-in
Tortuguero National Park 4-Day Adventure
4.9from £5794 days
The trade-off: 3 fewer nights, and a different operator.
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Best month to go

Departing in Nov is cheapest — from £944, about 27% below the priciest month (Jan).

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Getting there

San Jose
One-way · arrive 1 Nov 26

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Where to stay

A night before your tour in San Jose · 1 Nov2 Nov

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