Costa Rica is the most accessible destination for anyone wanting the highest quality experiences for birds and wildlife, beaches and rainforests.
There are many wonderful tours operated by tour “brands” that you have likely heard of and that we sell. But some people like to travel with operators that are actually locally based. We’ve sourced some excellent locally based tour companies.
Here are four top rated tours by local Costa Ricans. These are tours that you can take on your own without a guide the whole way, but with the assistance of the local operators who set all the tours up. Some portions may be with other people while others might be just you.
Why?
Why is going to a local operator a good idea? Primarily, less of the money you spend goes to marketing and more of it ends up in the local economy. This does not always means the trip is a lower price. All operators are selling in the competitive market. It does usually mean though you are getting more personalised service.
- Go when you want to go, not on a preset date.
- Choose your style of travel: comfort, private, shared, inclusions, upgrades, downgrades.
- Bring along a couple of friends and lower the price per person.
- Make your air travel and onward travel plans in safety. Once you book, you go.
The Wilder Sides of Costa Rica
Costa Rica Blue River and Volcanoes Tour
Costa Rica Tropical Jungles, Volcanoes, and Cloud Forests Tour