Gecko Trail Adventures - Tours and Packages Offered - Whitewater Rafting, Canopy, Horseback Riding, Snorkeling and much more.

Packages

Full vacation itineraries

Gecko Trail Adventures can plan your entire trip for you! Check out some of our most popular itineraries below, see the trip reports of some of our past clients for ideas or let us design something just for you.

Coast-to-Coast Package: Pacific & Caribbean plus Mountains - This is the best that Costa Rica has to offer: 8 nights (or more) in total with 1 night San Jose, 2 nights Manuel Antonio beach on the Pacific with a sail/snorkel tour included, 2 nights Arenal Volcano with hot springs and volcano viewing. Then do a river rafting trip on the Pacuare river, view unspoilt nature while navigating exciting class III-IV rapids. Then 2 or more nights in Puerto Viejo enjoying the beaches of the Caribbean and 1 more final night in San Jose. Prices from $814 including all taxes and round-trip transport from San Jose. More Info

Costa Rica Full On Adventure - A variation on our Coast-to-Coast package with a little bit more adventure for active people. If you don't like to sit still for too long, this is the package for you! You'll get loads of adrenaline and activities, even on the way from one destination to the other. At the same time you can enjoy the amazing landscapes of Costa Rica — the laid-back atmosphere of the Caribbean Sea, the Tortuguero Canals, the spectacular Arenal Volcano, the Monteverde Cloudforest and the long sandy beaches of Samara on the Nicoya Peninsula. Prices start at just $1355 per person for a 15 day / 14 night package including taxes and return transport from San Jose. More Info

Caribbean Wet & Wild - Experience the best of Costa Rica's Caribbean coast with this 3 or more night package. Day 1 starts early with an all day whitewater rafting adventure on the world class Pacuare River. By dinnertime you're relaxing at your hotel in Puerto Viejo or Cahuita where you'll spend 2 or more nights. A zipline tour through the jungle canopy or a snorkel and hike tour of Cahuita National Park is included. Then you'll head to the magical Tortuguero National Park where you'll spend 2 days and 1 night there exploring the canals and nature. Prices start at just $433 per person including all taxes and round-trip transport from San Jose. More Info

Volcano, Jungle and Beach - 4 nights or more with 2 nights at Arenal Volcano, see the volcano erupt while relaxing in the world famous hot springs. Then do a river rafting trip on the Pacuare river, view unspoilt nature while navigating exciting class III-IV rapids. Then 2 or more nights on the beaches of the Caribbean in Puerto Viejo or Cahuita. A zipline tour through the jungle canopy or a snorkel and hike tour of Cahuita National Park is included. You can also add on Tortuguero to this package. Prices start at just $580 per person including all taxes and round-trip transport from San Jose. More Info

Romance & Adventure - Want a romantic getaway to the Caribbean beaches with some adventure thrown in? You start with an all day whitewater rafting adventure on the world class Pacuare River. By dinnertime you're relaxing at your hotel in Puerto Viejo or Cahuita where you'll spend 3 or more nights. One afternoon you're off to the Pure Jungle Spa where you'll enjoy a couples massage and then dinner for two at Stashu's Con Fusion. A zipline tour through the jungle canopy or a visit to the Jaguar animal rescue center is also included. Prices start at just $422 per person including all taxes and round-trip transport from San Jose. More Info

Gay and Lesbian Packages

Costa Rica is Central America's most gay and lesbian friendly destination and we have put together several packages specifically tailored to Gay and Lesbian clients such as The Bi-Coastal and Caribbean Fire and Water. Check out Gecko Trail Adventures specialized services to the Gay and Lesbian community on our gay travel page.

Destination Packages

Put together your own trip by combining your time at the beach with these action packed itineraries for seeing some of Costa Rica's most spectacular sights in 1 or more night packages.

Arenal Volcano with Monteverde Option - 2 or 3 night packages to Arenal volcano and its nightly light shows of spewing lava. Relax in the hotsprings while you view the lava show or go on a hike or horseback ride. You can also add nights in Monteverde to your package starting with a boat ride across Lake Arenal to reach Monteverde.

Tortuguero National Park Overnight - Tortuguero National Park is an isolated area on the north part of the Caribbean Coast reachable only by boat or by air. Unspoiled nature, turtle watching opportunities and jungle canals await you.

Tortuguero/Pacuare Combo - Combine two of the Caribbean's best activities in this three day/two night trip. A 2 day/1 night visit to Tortuguero National Park and an overnight in the Lodge in the park, an overnight off the beaten path near Siquirres at Finca Moulinsart and a whitewater rafting trip on the world famous Pacuare River.

Osa - Adventure in Nature - Experience the beauty of the South Pacific Coast - pristine beaches, amazing wildlife and stunning nature. Enjoy your stay on the Osa Peninsula in this exclusive jungle lodge off the beaten track.

Bocas del Toro, Panama - Just over the border from Puerto Viejo are these islands in Panama with a laid-back Caribbean vibe and some great snorkeling and diving. Take a couple days to explore with transport options from Puerto Viejo, Cahuita or San Jose.

Explore Granada - Three-day Nicaragua Package - Discover the colonial jewel of Granada and its beautiful surroundings on this 3-day package!

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4x3 Green season offer for beautiful El Remanso Lodge on Osa Peninsula! From May 1st to November 15th, you can stay 4 nights for the price of 3 in this hidden gem and enjoy the stunning nature of the pristine Osa Peninsula!

Special online offer for Tortuguero package with Pachira Lodge! For the months May, June, September, and October we grant a 10% discount for all online booking of the 3 day/ 2 night Tortuguero Package at Pachira Lodge!

Check out our new Gecko Trail Airport Express! We make sure you can enjoy your holidays at the beautiful Southern Caribbean coast of Costa Rica from the very first till the very last day!

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Tours

Whitewater Rafting/River Trips

Caribbean Jungle, Nature & Wildlife

Caribbean Learning about Indigenous Communities

Day Trips from Caribbean Coast

Bocas del Toro, Panama One Day Tour

Caribbean Local Activities

Things to do in San Jose/Day trips from San Jose

Activities in Arenal & Monteverde Areas

Activities in Nicoya Pennisula

Barra Honda Caves

Transportation

Shared Ride Shuttles - door to door scheduled service for many popular destinations in Costa Rica
Private Van/Driver - your schedule and just your group, vehicles for 8 to 50 people!
Bus - public buses are plentiful and inexpensive in Costa Rica and operate between terminals on a scheduled basis
Airport Pickup and Bus Ticket - our driver prepurchases your public bus ticket, meets your flight at the airport and brings your to the correct San Jose bus station. Hassle free!
Adventure Connections - Combine your trip from one destination to the other with a fun tour on the way!
Domestic Flights - several airlines operate scheduled turboprop service to small airports in Costa Rica and some nearby locations in Panama and Nicaragua. You can get from San Jose to any of these locations in about half an hour!
Rental Car - all major car rental companies operate in San Jose and many also in many tourist destinations around the country