Americas · Costa Rica tour packages
Costa Rica
- Best time
- December – April (dry season)
- Ideal length
- 9 – 12 nights
- Perfect for
- Mountains & nature, Wildlife, Family
Arenal, Costa Rica
Planning a Costa Rica holiday
Soak in hot springs beneath Arenal volcano and walk the hanging bridges of Monteverde's cloud forest. On the Pacific, Manuel Antonio's beaches are backed by rainforest where sloths and monkeys watch from the trees. Small, safe and green, it is a wonderful family adventure.
- When to go
- December – April (dry season)
- How long
- 9 – 12 nights
- Travel styles
- Mountains & natureWildlifeFamilyBeach & islands
Signature experiences
The moments we build around
- 01
Arenal
The volcano, its hot springs and La Fortuna waterfall.
- 02
Monteverde
Hanging bridges and night walks in the cloud forest.
- 03
Manuel Antonio
Rainforest trails that end on white-sand beaches.
- 04
Wildlife
Sloths, toucans, monkeys and, in season, nesting turtles.
In pictures
Costa Rica, seen up close
A suggested route
How we'd string it together
- 01
San José
- 02
Arenal
- 03
Monteverde
- 04
Manuel Antonio
Costa Rica travel FAQs
Before you go
What is the best time to visit Costa Rica?
The best time to visit Costa Rica is December – April (dry season). We can suggest the right month for your travel style and plan around school holidays and festivals.
How many days are enough for Costa Rica?
We recommend 9 – 12 nights for Costa Rica. Land in San José, drive to Arenal, continue to the cloud forest at Monteverde and finish on the Pacific coast at Manuel Antonio.
What are the must-see places in Costa Rica?
Highlights we often build a Costa Rica trip around include Arenal, Monteverde, Manuel Antonio and Wildlife.
How much does a Costa Rica trip cost from India?
As a rough guide, our planner estimates about ₹2,98,100 for 9 nights of land arrangements for two adults in 4-star hotels, excluding international flights and visas. Your final quote depends on dates, hotels and travellers, and we itemise it for you.
Can Express Travels plan a Costa Rica holiday from Ahmedabad?
Yes. We plan tailor-made Costa Rica holidays from Ahmedabad for couples, families and groups. Start with the trip planner or call +91 98240 49936.