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18 to 35s Real Guatemala to Costa Rica

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Tour Overview

From the Guatemalan highlands to the cloud forests of Costa Rica (and all the surf spots in between), this 17-day trip will see you rolling through four Central American countries – all with a new group of soon-to-be friends and a knowledgeable local leader by your side. Discover tropical forests alive with jungle melodies, vast freshwater lakes and active volcanoes – this wildlife-rich pocket of Central America is ready for you to explore. Set your eyes on a volcanic crater in Cerro Verde, spot colourful birds on the facades of Granada, stand in the shadow of the mighty Arenal Volcano and search for sloths among the canopy of Monteverde Cloud Forest. This trip through Guatemala, El Salvador, Nicaragua and Costa Rica is perfect for those who like their adventures 'de forma natural'.

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Trip Code: QBYJ

Start

Antigua

End

San Jose

Destination

Costa Rica

Meals

3 breakfasts, 2 dinners

Transport

Private vehicle, Public bus, Local bus, Taxi, Shared boat, Ferry

Accommodation

Hotel (12 nights), Camping (2 nights), Multishare Hostel (2 nights)

Days

17

Max Group Size

Min 1 - Max 16

Min Age

18

Style

Basici

Physical

2i

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • Take a cooking class in Los Ramos – an indigenous community in the middle of Ometepe Island’s volcanos – and learn the traditional techniques used to make Nicaraguan dishes like nacatamales.

  • Enjoy a full day at leisure in one of El Salvador’s most beautiful national parks – Cerro Verde. Get up close and personal to a volcanic crater or take the plunge into a pristine lake. The choice is yours!

  • Have breakfast at Cafe de las Sonrisas – a local café run entirely by deaf people. The café's owner is aiming to bridge the gap and inspire other business owners to employ local people living with disabilities.

  • Dive into island life on Ometepe – volcanoes, wildlife-rich rainforests, volcanic black sand beaches, ancient rock carvings and a massive lake are all at your disposal.

  • Get a taste of four different countries in Central America on an epic Latin adventure that takes in the sights and offers a whole heap of optional activities too! You’ll choose your own adventure – from hiking and kayaking to swimming and dancing, there’s something for every kind of traveller.

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included

Inclusions and activities

Meals

3 breakfasts, 2 dinners

Transport

Private vehicle, Public bus, Local bus, Taxi, Shared boat, Ferry

Accommodation

Hotel (12 nights), Camping (2 nights), Multishare Hostel (2 nights)

Included activities

  • Leader-led Informal Spanish Lesson
  • Cerro Verde - Salvadoran Pupusa cooking demonstration
  • Leon - Leader-led orientation walk
  • Granada - Breakfast at El Cafe de las Sonrisas
  • Los Ramos Community - Cooking Class

Optional activities

    Is This Trip Right for You?

    Is this trip right for you?

    • There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.

    • This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.

    • Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.

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