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Breathtaking beaches, tropical rainforests, and exotic wildlife offer a perfect getaway trip to Costa Rica!
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Price per person, Double Occupancy in a Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony,* based on 07 Jul, 2026 Departure
Whether you prefer to lay back and relax by the beach or get your adrenaline pumping with deep-sea diving adventures and rainforest excursions, you can now set the pace of your journey with this tour of Guanacaste! A fascinating mix of beautiful beaches, exotic rainforests, and dry deserts await you in Costa Rica’s Pacific Region, where the waters are blue, the skies are sunny, and the wildlife is teeming with excitement. Exotic species of birds can be found flying through the jungles, where monkeys, pumas, jaguars, and many other species of animals await your arrival. Get your rush of adrenaline as the opportunities for ziplining, horseback riding, white-water rafting, and ATV riding are endless — just make sure you bring your camera to snap some photos on this Costa Rican escape Tour!
Independent Tour
Make your own way to your gateway international airport to board your flight to Liberia, the Capital and largest city of Guanacaste province of Costa Rica. It is known for its beautiful natural surroundings, interesting architectural heritage and a rich culture. Arrive and make your own way to the hotel in Guanacaste. Enjoy rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Guanacaste
Spend a full day at leisure. You can choose to explore the beautiful natural surroundings of Guanacaste, an interesting mix of breathtaking beaches, abundant wildlife spread across its numerous wildlife parks and its active volcanoes. Guanacaste Costa Rica’s dry, flat plains merge with tropical dry forests to create landscapes akin to the American “wild west” and African savannas. Spend time exploring some of its finest beaches or just unwind and enjoy facilities at the hotel.
Overnight in Guanacaste
Another day at leisure or you may choose to explore breathtaking beaches of Guanacaste. You may choose to go out to west and explore the newest luxury beach of Peninsula Papagayo or move southwards to explore the grey sands of Hermosa Beach or the brown sands of nearby Matapalo Beach. If you are a surfing enthusiast, Tamarindo beach offers much more than that. Apart from Surfing and water sports, it is known for its charming restaurants and a buzzing nightlife.
Overnight in Guanacaste
The hydrologic characteristics of the Tempisque River has created conditions to form these international important wetlands ecosystem (Ramsar site). Palo Verde National park it is an exceptional place for birdwatchers and nature lovers in general, a two hours’ boat trip will introduce us into these important ecosystem, gigantic crocodiles, monkeys, iguanas and more wildlife that you ever imagined may be spotted. Great bird-watchers’ prizes can show up, such as the Jabiru, osprey, the white ibis, tiger herons, and scarlet macaws amongst others. After the boat tour we will head to a rustic place to have a delicious typical lunch and close this wonderful excursion with a delicious culinary experience.
Departure aprox: Zone 1 from 7:00 a.m. / Zone 2 from 6:30 a.m. Duration aprox: 8 hrs Inclusions: Transportation, Bilingual guide, entrance fee, lunch What to bring: Sunblock, insect repellent, comfortable and light clothes and shoes, hat or cap, camera.
Optional: Hike to Rio Celeste & Finca Verde: USD 205, min 3 paxRío Celeste is one of the most beautiful and picturesque rivers in Costa Rica, located in the lush tropical jungles of the Tenorio Volcano National Park. Thepark is home to an incredible biodiversity of flora and fauna, including tapirs, wild cats, monkeys, toucans, and a wide variety of amphibians and reptiles.Once at the entrance of the park, we begin the walk through this primary humid and rainy forest, various species of exuberant fauna and flora are easilyfound in this ecosystem, during this 3-hour walk we visit a magnificent waterfall. The volcanic gas vents, where temperatures up to 1500°F are expelledfrom time to time, and the "Borbollones", where gases escaping at the base of the river give the appearance of boiling water. After the visit to the NationalPark, we will make a stop at Finca Verde, a private farm-reserve where we will take an inspiring and educational walk, showing natural wonders: birds,sloths, frogs, snakes, insects and many more animals that inhabit our farm. . During the tour you will learn about methods and efforts to maintain thesenatural environments. This tour is recommended for hikers or anyone who loves the natural outdoors and is in fair to average physical shape.
Departure aprox: Zone 1 from 7:00 a.m. / Zone 2 from 6:30 a.m. Duration aprox: 8 hrs Inclusions: Transportation, Bilingual guide, lunch What to bring: Sunblock, insect repellent, comfortable and light clothes and shoes, hat or cap, camera.
Today you will make your own way to the Liberia International airport to board your flight back home.
Mansita Beach - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Avellana Beach - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Playa Róbalo - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Playa Langosta - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Playa Lagartillo - 8.5 km / 5.3 mi
Playa Pargos - 9.3 km / 5.8 mi
Casino Diria - 9.8 km / 6.1 mi
Canopy Vista Tamarindo - 11.4 km / 7.1 mi
Playa Negra - 11.6 km / 7.2 mi
Callejones Beach - 12.6 km / 7.8 mi
Blanca Beach - 13 km / 8.1 mi
Tamarindo Church - 13.5 km / 8.4 mi
Junquillal Beach - 15.1 km / 9.4 mi
Asociación Vida Verdiazul - 15.5 km / 9.6 mi
The nearest airports are:
Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 74.8 km / 46.5 mi
Tamarindo (TNO) - 13.5 km / 8.4 mi
Nosara (NOB) - 68.9 km / 42.8 mi
The preferred airport for JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort and Spa is Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR).
Please refer to the following link(s) for important information about your specific destination.
Costa Rica
Click here to check our recommended travel protection plan.
All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum age for children on escorted tours is 8. Minimum age on Safaris is 8. Minimum age for game drives in Kruger National Park (South Africa) is 12. Minimum age for Uganda programs is 15.
Please note that many countries have adopted practices to prevent international abductions of children. If a person under the age of 18 years will be travelling with an adult other than his/her parents, or with only one parent, a notarized letter, granting authorization to travel, including the dates of travel should be carried.
We offer many Solo-Friendly trips with no mandatory single supplement. For all other tours, a single supplement will apply for solo travelers.
For the rates on these tours, please refer to the Price and Dates section on each tour page.
Please refer to the following link(s) for important information about your specific destination.
Costa Rica
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How much is my final payment?
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Can I send a bank cheque or money order?
Yes. Indus accepts US & CA Dollar cheque, bank cheque, money order, direct deposits, wire transfer, Visa & Master credit cards. Third-party credit cards are not acceptable. Payments made by wire transfer must include an additional $30 wire transfer fee. There is a $50 fee for returned cheques.
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Can I pay with a debit card?
No. Indus does not accept payments with Debit card.
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When will I receive my e-Documents?
Once final payment has been received and processed, documents will be sent via email approximately 21 days prior to the beginning of your tour services.
Can I get paper documents?
Paper documents may be sent upon passenger request. There is a shipping and handling fee of $30 for each set of paper documents: These paper documents will be delivered between 14-21 business days prior to the beginning of your tour. In some instances, a paper voucher/ticket is required by our vendor. In these instances, the costs for shipping and handling will be shouldered by Indus Travels.
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Your documents may be accessed by logging into your Indus Travel account and checking your Tour Booking History.
Do I receive anything else with my e-documents?
Indus e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.
How do I know where to find my airline ticket?
With a few exceptions, international airline tickets are issued electronically. The airline confirmation number and ticket numbers stated in your documents represent your airline "ticket(s)." Some domestic Arline tickets which can only be issued at destination will be given to you upon your arrival in the local destination.
If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?
You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.
Please note: Passengers who are not U.S. or Canadian citizens must check with the respective consulate or a visa agency to determine what personal identification is required. Passengers who enter, leave and then re-enter the same country on their itinerary should check if they require a double-entry visa.
How do I know if I need a visa?
Please check the Before You Book section found on every tour to access the country specific Know Before You Go document to know about Visa and other important information about the countries you will be visiting.
How do I obtain a visa?
A visa may be obtained by using a visa service or by contacting the embassy or consulate of the nation you are visiting prior to departing from your home country.
Please check the Before You Book section found on every tour to access the country specific Know Before You Go document to know about Visa and other important information about the countries you will be visiting.
How much does a visa cost?
There will be different costs that will be specific per embassy/consulate and whether you have used a visa service or not. These costs often change with little notice. We recommend that you contact the appropriate embassy or consulate directly for the most up to date information.
You may find the contact information for consulates/embassies in the Visa section of the Know Before You Go document available for the country you will be visiting.
What are optional sightseeing tours?
Optional tours are offered to travelers interested in additional experiences, sightseeing, meals or activities to supplement the included components of our tours. You may choose to participate in some, all or none of the optional tours which are priced individually. Complete descriptions and prices for each optional tour are listed on the itinerary section of the tours on our website.
When can I add optional tours?
Optional tours are available for purchase any time up to 45 days before departure.
Can I purchase optional tours locally?
Yes. When traveling on an escorted tour, optional tours may be purchased locally from the Tour Manager. However, Indus cannot guarantee the rate and availability of these services when purchased locally. Please note that tours purchased locally are subject to current exchange rates and may cost up to 10% more.
Can I add optional tours for only select individuals on my reservation?
Yes. For assistance on this matter, please contact Indus Travel sales and reservations staff.
What coverage does Travel Insurance provide?
For complete details on Travel Insurance, check our Travel protection page.
When can I purchase Travel Insurance?
American Residents can purchase Trawick Insurance with us at the time of booking or anytime prior to departure. After booking, Canadian Residents will receive an email with a referral to TuGo Insurance which can be purchased anytime prior to departure.
When is Travel Insurance active?
Travel Protection coverages will take effect on the later of 1) the date the plan payment has been received by the Policyholder; 2) the date and time you start your Covered Trip; or 3) 12:01 A.M. Standard Time on the Scheduled Departure Date of your Covered Trip.
I need to cancel my trip and have not purchased insurance, what do I do?
Penalties for cancellation will depend on the tour you have purchased and how close to departure you are at the time of cancellation. For more information, visit our terms and conditions.
Why is it important that I give my name as it appears on my passport when booking a tour?
Due to increased travel security and policies around the world, it is now a requirement that your airline ticket matches your first and last name exactly as it reads on your passport. Please note that any changes to the details of your air booking, could be subject to a change fee, penalties or cancellation.
Can I reserve a seat assignment?
For our packages that include flights, we do not usually assign seats. In most cases, you can request specific seats, but this may incur a small fee payable to the airline. For more information, contact our sales and reservations staff.
Once confirmed, are airlines seats always guaranteed?
In most cases, seat assignments are firm. However, airlines may sometimes reassign seats for operational reasons. This often happens at the last moment and is controlled by airline staff, with Indus Travel not being notified. Passengers are encouraged to reconfirm their seat assignments and any other special requests directly with their airline prior to departure.
Should I check-in online?
It always recommended and more convenient to check in online. It will shorten your waiting time at the airport, secure your seat assignments and other reservations.
Can I request a special meal on the flight?
Requests may be made for special meals. These requests will be sent on your behalf to the airline so long as Indus receives these request prior to your documents being issued. The availability of special meals will be based upon the specific airlines and will be at their discretion.
Can I use my frequent flier miles?
Accrued frequent flier miles cannot be used toward the purchase of Indus Travels’ airfare or used for class upgrades. However, airfare purchased through Indus Travels may qualify to earn you additional miles.
What is required when I check-in?
Ticketed passengers must show correct identification at check-in. Children must have a parent present at check-in and all tickets must be in each passenger's name.
What is required with International travel?
An international trip may require valid travel documents such as passport, visa, re-entry permit, health certificate, inoculation record, a ticket for the return journey or continuance of your trip, or ANY combination thereof. Passengers are responsible for the proper documentation. Concerns about the required travel documents may be resolved by contacting the appropriate consulate or embassy.
