Costa Rica’s Natural Heritage

A volcano in Costa Rica surrounded by a lush green valley and clouds in a clear blue sky.

Dates: March 19–29, 2026

Trip Details

In this small Central American democracy kissed by nature, our small group discovers a nation’s wealth across four distinct regions, from cloud forest to rainforest and Central Valley to Pacific Coast. As Costa Rica presents its staggering display of biodiversity – pristine landscapes, unique microclimates, exotic flora and fauna – we enjoy a relaxed yet comprehensive exploration that celebrates Costa Rica’s wide-ranging natural resources.
 

Rate Includes:

• Round-trip air transportation from the listed city.
• 10 nights’ accommodation in Superior First-Class and First-Class hotels.
• 23 meals: 10 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners.
• Extensive sightseeing as described, including all entrance fees.
• Services of an expert Costa Rica naturalist as your Odysseys Unlimited Tour Director.
• Private motorcoach transportation throughout your trip.
• Luggage handling for one bag per person.
• Gratuities for dining room servers, airport and hotel porters, and all drivers.
 

hodgman_andrea_250pxStaff Host: Andrea Hodgman

Andrea Hodgman is the director of alumni travel for the NIU Foundation. She is responsible for selecting and fulfilling alumni travel trips, which boost engagement and affinity.
 

Details...

Cost: 
Total price (air & land inclusive from Chicago): $5,481 per person.

• Based on double occupancy.

• Includes airline taxes, surcharges, and fees of $386 (subject to change until final payment).

Land-only price: $4,395.

• Does not include airport arrival and departure transfers.

Single traveler supplement: Add $1,595.

Optional Pre-Tour: "Tortuguero National Park" (4 days/3 nights): $1,095 total price.

• Single travelers please add $195.


Click here to download the trip brochure.
 
To register for this tour, please call our tour operator, Odysseys Unlimited, Inc., directly at 888-370-6765. Or you may mail your registration form and deposit check to Odysseys Unlimited, Inc., One Newton Place, 275 Washington Street, Suite 300, Newton, MA 02458.
 Map of Costa Rica showing the travel itinerary

 

 

Physical Activity Level: 2 - Easy/Moderate
 

Day by Day Itinerary:

• March 19: Depart U.S. for San Jose.
• March 20: San Jose.
• March 21-23: La Fortuna (Arenal Region).
• March 24-25: Monteverde Cloud Forest.
• March 26-28: Guanacaste.
• March 29: Depart Guanacaste for U.S.

 

Prepare for your trip with travel insurance. Travel insurance is very important to protect your trip investment. Please review the recorded webinar “Travel Insurance: What You Need to Know for Your Next Trip,” prepared by our partners at USI Insurance Services, for more information on travel insurance.