Our Tours
Costa Rica-Coast to Coast:
Tortuguero, South Pacific Coast, Talamanca Mountains
July 17-25, 2026
Our adventure begins with a night at the beautiful Hotel Bougainvillea in San José, set among lush gardens. Next, we travel to Tortuguero, a remote and magical destination accessible only by boat or plane. We stay two nights at the Manatus Lodge in tropical surroundings. By day, we explore the rich biodiversity of Tortuguero National Park by boat, and by night, we seek to witness the unforgettable sight of Green Sea Turtles nesting on the beach. From Tortuguero, we take a private charter flight to Palmar Sur on the south Pacific coast of Costa Rica. Our driver takes us to Crystal Ballena, a boutique hotel with a private rainforest preserve. There, we take a wildlife tour of the Sierpe River and a boat cruise of coastal waters in search of calving humpback whales. Our trip ends with two days at the Talamanca Mountain Range, the highest in Costa Rica. We conclude our journey with two peaceful nights at the cozy Savegre Lodge, exploring cloud forests and hoping to spot the magnificent Resplendent Quetzal, one of the region’s most iconic birds.
Where the Wild Things Are; Costa Rica's Most Remote Rainforest
August 18-26, 2026
Join us for nine unforgettable days exploring the remarkable diversity of Costa Rica. After an overnight stay in San José, we travel to the remote waterways of Tortuguero National Park, a vast network of canals and rainforest accessible only by boat or small aircraft. Here, we explore by boat, observing monkeys, birds, and reptiles, and at night we venture to the beach in hopes of witnessing nesting Green Sea Turtle—an extraordinary natural spectacle.
From Tortuguero, we take a private charter flight to the wild South Pacific coast and spend two days exploring Corcovado National Park, widely regarded as one of the most biologically intense places on Earth. Hiking through some of the most pristine rainforest remaining in Central America, we search for scarlet macaws, tapirs, and other iconic wildlife. Offshore, we may also encounter migrating Humpback Whale.
Our journey concludes in the Talamanca Mountains, Costa Rica’s highest range, where we spend three days exploring cool, misty cloud forests. Here, we hope to observe the dazzling Resplendent Quetzal and many other highland specialties.
Note: Since this trip already has a group of 6 women that like to travel together, this trip is only open to women participants.
Margaritaville Costa Rica
South Caribbean Coast, Tortuguero, Arenal Volcano
September 9-17, 2026
Our adventure begins with a night at the beautiful Hotel Bougainvillea in San José, set among lush gardens. From there, we travel to the southern Caribbean coast to the vibrant town of Puerto Viejo, where we spend three nights at Le Cameleon Boutique Hotel. During our stay, we explore Cahuita National Park, known for its coastal rainforest and wildlife, and visit an Indigenous community to learn about traditional cacao production on a local plantation. Next, we continue by private charter to Tortuguero, a remote and magical destination accessible only by boat or plane. We spend two nights at Manatus Lodge, surrounded by tropical rainforest. By day, we explore the extraordinary biodiversity of Tortuguero National Park by boat, navigating its winding canals. At night, we hope to witness the unforgettable sight of green sea turtles nesting along the beach. Our journey concludes with three nights at Arenal Observatory Lodge, located near the iconic Arenal Volcano. Here, we hike trails through primary and secondary rainforest, walk across hanging bridges in the canopy, and relax in natural hot springs, all while enjoying spectacular views of the volcano and abundant wildlife.
Costa Rica Nature
January 5-13, 2027
Discover the natural and cultural wonders of Costa Rica on this immersive journey through the country’s most spectacular landscapes. Explore lush gardens and pristine tropical rainforests, as well as the majestic cloud forest of the Talamanca Mountains, the nesting site for the exuberant Resplendent Quetzal. Join us in the search for calving Humpback Whales in the South Pacific coast of Costa Rica. Explore the mangrove forest on the Sierpe River safari river cruise, encountering monkeys, sloths, macaws, and a plethora of exotic birds along the way. Immerse yourself in Costa Rica’s rich history with visits to archaeological sites, a traditional coffee plantation, and an iconic town featuring its historic church, a testament to the country’s colonial heritage. This carefully curated trip combines wildlife, nature, and culture, offering unique experiences in some of the country’s most memorable locations.
Hatchlings, Sloths and Volcanoes
January 31- February 9, 2027
This trip visits Ostional Beach on the Nicoya Peninsula at a time when we expect to witness the massive emergence of sea turtle hatchlings that occurs after an arribada nesting event. During an arribada, thousands of sea turtle nests are laid at Ostional, and approximately two months later, hundreds of thousands of hatchlings emerge from those nests. While on the coast, we will also search for calving humpback whales, which visit Costa Rica’s Pacific coast during this time of year. The trip continues to Rincón de la Vieja Volcano, a unique region where we will explore the tropical dry forest. Our journey ends at the iconic Arenal Volcano, where we will spend three days exploring the tropical rainforest and experiencing its extraordinary biodiversity.
Costa Rica Coast to Coast
March 20- 28, 2027
Join this unforgettable trip exploring Costa Rica’s most fascinating and diverse habitats! Humpback whales and mystical cloud forests are some of this adventure's highlights. We begin with a night in San José before heading to the remote and wildlife-rich region of Tortuguero. There, we’ll spend two days exploring Tortuguero National Park, exploring the rainforest by boat excursions through the park’s lush canals by day. Next, we board a private charter flight to the South Pacific coast, where we spend three nights at the scenic Cristal Ballena Hotel. From this stunning coastal setting, we explore the surrounding waters in search of calving humpback whales and enjoy a tour of the spectacular Sierpe River, known for its rich wildlife, including crocodiles, monkeys, and tropical birds. Our journey concludes in the breathtaking Talamanca Mountain Range. We spend our final two days surrounded by pristine cloud forest, exploring trails and keeping an eye out for the elusive and magnificent Resplendent Quetzal.
Costa Rica Diverse Habitats
April 20- 28, 2027
Our journey begins with a relaxing first night at the charming Hotel Bougainvillea, surrounded by beautifully landscaped tropical gardens that offer a gentle introduction to Costa Rica’s biodiversity. The following morning, we travel north to the wetlands of Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge, near the Nicaraguan border. This region is one of the country’s premier birding destinations, known for its rich concentration of aquatic and forest species. We spend two nights at the unique Tocu Tent Camp, immersing ourselves in nature while exploring the refuge by boat and on foot, searching for herons, kingfishers, monkeys, and caimans. From Caño Negro, we continue to the foothills of the iconic Arenal Volcano, where we stay three nights at the Arenal Observatory Lodge. Here, we explore trails through primary and secondary rainforest, enjoying incredible views of the volcano and abundant wildlife. We then take a local charter flight back to San José and continue by ground to the Talamanca Mountains. Our final destination is Savegre Lodge, where we explore pristine cloud forest habitat and search for the spectacular Resplendent Quetzal.
Leatherbacks, Sloths and Volcanoes
May 17- 25, 2027
Every May, we repeat one of our favorite trips to Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast and the Arenal Volcano area. This special itinerary includes visits to two stunning destinations along the Caribbean coast, followed by time at the iconic Arenal Volcano. Because we know we’ll encounter plenty of wildlife—especially sloths—we always designate an official Sloth Counter for the trip. In May 2025, we set a record with an incredible 32 sloths spotted! Our journey begins at Almonds and Corals Lodge on the southern Caribbean coast, where we explore lush rainforest habitat in search of sloths, toucans, monkeys, and much more. From there, we travel by boat to Lirio Lodge, a remote and beautiful property on the central Caribbean coast accessible only by water. Lirio Lodge gives us access to the Pacuare Reserve, where we hope to witness nesting Leatherback Sea Turtles—an unforgettable natural spectacle. After Lirio, we continue to the Arenal Observatory Lodge. Over three days, we’ll explore the Arenal area, enjoy a chocolate plantation tour, and relax in the region’s famous hot springs.
Green Sea Turtle Trip
June 19-27, 2027
Our annual journey to witness nesting Green Sea Turtle in Costa Rica is a longtime favorite, combining comfort, wildlife, and unforgettable experiences. The adventure begins with a night at the lovely Hotel Bougainvillea, an ideal place to unwind after arrival. From there, we travel to the Arenal region, where we spend three nights at the renowned Arenal Observatory Lodge, set within a private reserve at the base of Arenal Volcano. During our stay, we explore rainforest trails, visit a local cocoa plantation for a chocolate tour, and relax in nearby volcanic hot springs. Next, we journey to Tortuguero National Park, a remote and enchanting destination accessible only by boat or plane. We spend two nights at Manatus Lodge, surrounded by lush rainforest. By day, we explore the park’s canals by boat, observing its incredible biodiversity, and by night we search the beaches for nesting turtles. We conclude the trip in the Talamanca Mountains with a stay at Savegre Lodge, where we explore cloud forest habitats and hope to see the magnificent Resplendent Quetzal.
The Wild Caribbean of Costa Rica
September 8-17, 2027
Join renowned naturalist Dr. Chris Marsh and Costa Rican guide Carlos Chacón for an unforgettable journey into the lush rainforests of Costa Rica’s Caribbean slope. This immersive wildlife adventure showcases some of the country’s most spectacular ecosystems, offering incredible opportunities to observe tropical birds, mammals, reptiles, and breathtaking landscapes. After an overnight stay at the beautiful Bougainvillea Hotel in San José, we travel to the enchanting waterways of Tortuguero National Park. Here, we spend two nights surrounded by pristine rainforest and winding canals, exploring by boat as we search for monkeys, toucans, herons, caimans, and countless other species. During the season, we also hope to witness one of nature’s most remarkable spectacles—the nesting of Green Sea Turtles along Tortuguero’s famous beaches. Our adventure continues with three nights at Selva Verde Lodge in the heart of the Sarapiquí rainforest. We will visit the world-famous La Selva Biological Station, one of the most important tropical research sites on Earth, and explore the beautiful Pierella Gardens, a paradise for butterflies, hummingbirds, and other rainforest treasures. The tour concludes with three nights at the spectacular Arenal Observatory Lodge, nestled beneath the majestic Arenal Volcano. This wildlife-rich destination offers excellent opportunities to see sloths, three species of monkeys, colorful tropical birds, and an abundance of other fascinating creatures, all set against a backdrop of stunning volcanic scenery. This is Costa Rica at its very best!