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Costa Rica

Solo-ish Costa Rica

Start & end in San Jose 8 days Up to 16

About this trip

An 8-day guided trip through Costa Rica built for people travelling solo who still want the company of a group. It moves through the country's main landscapes — volcanoes, cloud forest, coffee country and beach — without over-scheduling every hour.

You'll cook local dishes with fellow travellers in San José, visit a community coffee project in Sarapiquí and spend a day in La Fortuna before heading on to Monteverde and Manuel Antonio.

It's an easy-paced trip aimed at connection as much as sightseeing, so expect shared meals and group activities alongside some free time to explore on your own.

What you'll do

  • Cook local cuisine with fellow travellers in San José
  • Visit a community coffee project in Sarapiquí
  • Spend a day exploring La Fortuna and the Arenal volcano area
  • Walk through the cloud forests of Monteverde
  • Relax on the beaches of Manuel Antonio
Good to know
  • Aimed at solo travellers who want a group setup rather than travelling entirely alone
  • Rated easy, so the pace suits most fitness levels
  • Fully guided throughout, with a mix of group activities and free time
Tour dupe
Same trip, less money
£646 less all-in
Costa Rica: Volcanoes, Cloud Forests & Zip-Lines
5from £3596 days
The trade-off: 2 fewer nights, and a different operator.
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How it compares

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Best month to go

Departing in Oct is cheapest — from £989, about 26% below the priciest month (Aug).

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Getting there

San Jose
One-way · arrive 9 Oct 26

Opens Trip.com, pre-filled — one-way so you can book your return whenever. Prices & booking shown there.

Where to stay

A night before your tour in San Jose · 9 Oct – 10 Oct

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