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Arenal volcano rising above the rainforest

Americas · Costa Rica tour packages

Costa Rica

Volcanoes, cloud forests and two coastlines full of wildlife.
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
Plan Costa Rica

Signature experiences

The moments we build around

  1. 01

    Arenal

    The volcano, its hot springs and La Fortuna waterfall.

  2. 02

    Monteverde

    Hanging bridges and night walks in the cloud forest.

  3. 03

    Manuel Antonio

    Rainforest trails that end on white-sand beaches.

  4. 04

    Wildlife

    Sloths, toucans, monkeys and, in season, nesting turtles.

In pictures

A suggested route

How we'd string it together

Land in San José, drive to Arenal, continue to the cloud forest at Monteverde and finish on the Pacific coast at Manuel Antonio.
  1. 01

    San José

  2. 02

    Arenal

  3. 03

    Monteverde

  4. 04

    Manuel Antonio

Costa Rica travel FAQs

Before you go

Common questions about planning a Costa Rica trip from India.

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.