Costa Rica’s Natural Heritage

Jan 20–30, 2025

In this small Central American democracy, set out on an exploration to discover staggering biodiversity. A photographer’s dream, take excursions to Irazú and Arenal Volcanos; in Carrizal, admire wondrous orchids at family-owned Botanical Orchid Garden. Encounter the splendor of the Ecocentro Danaus Biological Reserve, including some of the preserve’s 150 species of birds. Experience the rainforest from the canopy level on Arenal’s hanging bridges Sky Walk. Continuing to the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, visit a nonprofit handicrafts cooperative dedicated to enhancing the economic and social well-being of local women artists. Spend three final nights at a beautiful Guanacaste beachfront resort and take an extraordinary Tempisque River float safari. Discover more ecological wonders with a 4-day/3-night Tortuguero National Park pre-tour option.

11 days for $4,981 total price from Washington, D.C. ($4,595 air & land inclusive plus $386 airline taxes and departure fees)
Single supplement: $1,395
Land only: $4,095

For more information, or to register for this trip, please see the trip brochure or contact Odysseys Unlimited at 888-370-6765.