Costa Rica beckons, and this 8-day Solo-ish adventure is your perfect chance to answer. Designed for adventurous spirits craving both connection and independence, this trip dives deeper into the heart of Costa Rica’s incredible biodiversity. You'll hit all the must-see spots while discovering hidden gems that keep things exciting. Learn to cook local cuisine with fellow solo travellers in vibrant San José, visit a community coffee project in Sarapiquí, and spend an unforgettable day in La Fortuna with a special G twist. From the volcanoes of Arenal to the cloud forests of Monteverde and the beaches of Manuel Antonio, you’ll return home more connected — to yourself and the world.
Travel Style
Solo-ish Adventures
Service Level
Standard
Physical Grading
2 - Light
What's Included
Your G for Good Moment: Mi Cafecito Coffee Cooperative Tour, Sarapiquí
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Dinner Party: Costa Rican Cooking Experience, San José
We Day: Tastes and Flavours of the Arenal Region, Arenal
G Day: The Thrills and Surprises of La Fortuna, La Fortuna
Me Day: Monteverde Me Day, Monteverde
Your Discover Moment: Quepos. Complimentary arrival transfer. Night walk in Monteverde. Entrance to Manuel Antonio National Park. Free time in La Fortuna Monteverde and Manuel Antonio for your own choice of activities. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
What are the main highlights of this trip?
Rappel down a waterfall in La Fortuna surrounded by lush landscapes and jungle views, Dive deep into local culture with an insightful tour of the Mi Cafecito Coffee Cooperative – a G for Good Moment, Take a well-deserved Me Day in Monteverde and explore or relax at your own pace, Enjoy free entrance to the breathtaking Manuel Antonio National Park where wildlife and beaches await, Look out for the elusive quetzal bird as you wander through the misty cloud forests
How large will the group be?
Max 16, avg 14.
What meals are included in this trip?
2 lunches, 1 dinner
What are the modes of transportation on my trip?
Private vehicle, boat, walking.
Is there an extra cost for travelling solo?
We believe single travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and single travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.
Where will we stay during the trip?
Hotels (7 nts) on a twinshare basis. If you are interested in purchasing your own room, please see below for the My Own Room option.
Itinerary
Dinner Party: San José
Please ensure your flight lands in San José prior to 3pm. Enjoy an included arrival transfer to the start hotel where you will attend a welcome briefing with your newest travel pals. Then, experience a hands-on cooking lesson with the whole group. Learn how to prepare a few tasty Costa Rican treats and witness first-hand how the joy of sharing a meal can bring strangers together.
We Day: Arenal Region
Today is all about the impressive landscapes of Costa Rica. Start by driving to Sarapiquí to visit a G Adventures-supported community coffee plantation. Here, you will learn about the project’s impact on the local community and have a chance to sample some of the products being sold. From here, travel onwards to La Fortuna in the Arenal region known for its dramatic volcano, natural hot springs, and abundance of outdoor activities. Later, deepen those connections with the group during a cocktail demonstration. Discover local ingredients from fresh fruits to herbs and spices native to this landscape, and explore the different flavours that embody this lush jungle region.
G Day: La Fortuna
Prepare to experience what G Adventures does best and enjoy an epic adventurous day in La Fortuna with a surprise G twist occurring somewhere along the way. Feel your heart pound in your chest and the adrenaline surge as you rappel down alongside a waterfall. Hear the rush of the falls, feel the spray hit your face, and smell the fresh air of the La Fortuna rainforest environment. Then, enjoy time for yourself and choose to remain adventurous or relax in your abundantly green surroundings. Who knows where you might end up to cap off this epic G Day.
La Fortuna/Monteverde
Enjoy a boat ride through the stunning landscape and continue driving up into the cloud forests of Monteverde. Spend the afternoon free to wander the town on your own getting a sense of one of the rarest environments on earth. Meet back up as a group for a guided forest night walk to witness the nocturnal sights, sounds, and smells of this unique habitat.
Me Day: Monteverde
It’s time for a day that belongs to you! The choice really is all yours. From spending the day doing an array of optional activities available like ziplining or a hanging bridges tour, take the itinerary into your own hands. There is also an option to join your CEO for a short, easy walk through the trails of “La Raiz”, a bridge trail formed by a tree that fell, but whose roots continued to grow vertically downward. The small stream that runs underneath is responsible for washing away soil and further exposing the shape of the tree's 'skeleton'. Dinner will be at your leisure this evening.
Monteverde/Manuel Antonio
Travel away from the misty green hills of Monteverde to the coastal lush jungle of Quepos, just outside Manuel Antonio National Park. Discover the lush tropical forests and white-sand beaches of Costa Rica’s smallest national park. Hike through the dense forest, climb up to rocky outcrops for views of the dazzling Pacific Ocean, and go swimming in the park’s lovely lagoons and tidal pools.
Manuel Antonio
Enjoy a full free day in the area. You can choose to pre-book a catamaran on the ocean, or swim in the warm waters of the Pacific. Other activities available to choose from include kayaking through the mangroves or whitewater rafting. Pre-book the Manuel Antonio Catamaran Tour on the checkout page to include this optional activity on your tour or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.
Manuel Antonio
You arrived a solo traveller and are leaving with many new friends. Say goodbye to your fellow Solo-ish travellers and depart at any time.
Is travel insurance required for my trip?
Travel Insurance: Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your CEO, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy please bear in mind that all clients must have medical coverage and that we require a minimum coverage of USD 200,000 for repatriation and emergency rescue. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number.
Terms, conditions and restrictions apply; pricing, availability, and other details subject to change and/ or apply to US or Canadian residents. Please confirm details and booking information with your travel advisor.
