SEASONAL GUIDE · 8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS
Costa Rica in May
Rafting on the Pacuare River, Monteverde cloud forest, Arenal, and Manuel Antonio on an 8-day adventure. May balances friendly weather and less tourist saturation, so sites can be experienced calmly.
EN CORTO
Duration
8 days / 7 nights
Full itinerary, no dead days or unnecessary transfers.
Season
May
May balances friendly weather and less tourist saturation, so sites can be experienced calmly.
Group
Max. 16
Small groups of 6 to 100 years old; travelers from different Spanish-speaking countries may coincide.
Pace
Moderate
Clear physical requirements so you can assess if the trip is for you.
DEPARTURES FROM MAY
- May 1–8, 202713 locations
We don't sell tours: we offer guided adventure trips, in Spanish, in small groups of up to 16 people, with a Spanish-speaking Wandernow guide and local guides; travelers from different Spanish-speaking countries may coincide on the same departure.
Price per person when paying in a single installment. You can also defer it into staggered payments.
See full tripWHAT IS COVERED
Pura Vida between Jungle and Ocean
INCLUDES
- 7 nights of accommodation with breakfast (plus 1 lodge night in Pacuare, included in the rafting package)
- Place-to-place ground transfers
- Wandernow guide
- Class III-IV rafting on the Pacuare River (2 days/1 night, with meals)
- Hot springs at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
- Hanging bridges and canopy/zipline in Monteverde
DOES NOT INCLUDE
- International flights
- Meals not listed
- Travel insurance
- Tips
WHAT TO PACK FOR MAY
- 01Comfortable footwear for city and trails
- 02Layered clothing for thermal range
- 03Respectful attire for sacred sites
- 04Light rain jacket
- 05Power bank and universal adapter
- 06Small daypack
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why go to Costa Rica in May?
May balances friendly weather and less tourist saturation, so sites can be experienced calmly.
Do I need prior experience?
No. It's a gentle adventure trip with guided activities. We welcome travelers from 6 to 100 years old, always in groups of a maximum of 16 people.
Are flights included?
No. International flights are not included unless the trip details expressly state otherwise.
I'm traveling alone, is that a problem?
None. Solo travelers are welcome and accommodation is assigned by gender (man with man, woman with woman) without an extra single room charge. Couples travel in double occupancy.
How can I pay?
Credit or debit card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), Apple Pay, and Google Pay, via WeTravel. You can pay in a single installment or defer with a deposit and deferred payments.
How much does the Costa Rica trip with Wandernow cost?
$3,781.00 US dollars per person paying in a single payment. On the deferred plan the total is $4,110.00 US dollars per person: a $1,000.00 US dollars deposit to hold your spot and up to 10 deferred payments (the last one 60 days before departure). Prices are per person in double occupancy. Solo travelers share a room with someone of the same sex; couples stay together.
How many days is the Costa Rica trip?
8 days / 7 nights. Rafting on the Pacuare River, Monteverde cloud forest, Arenal, and Manuel Antonio on an 8-day adventure.
What departure dates are there for Costa Rica?
Confirmed departures: May 1–8, 2027. Each departure runs with a maximum of 16 travelers.
What is and isn't included in the Costa Rica trip?
Includes: 7 nights of accommodation with breakfast (plus 1 lodge night in Pacuare, included in the rafting package); Place-to-place ground transfers; Wandernow guide; Class III-IV rafting on the Pacuare River (2 days/1 night, with meals); Hot springs at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa; Hanging bridges and canopy/zipline in Monteverde. Not included: International flights; Meals not listed; Travel insurance; Tips. International flights are not included unless the trip page expressly says otherwise.
Can I travel solo to Costa Rica?
Yes. Solo travelers are welcome and are given shared accommodation by gender (man with man, woman with woman) at no extra single-room cost. Couples stay together in double occupancy. Groups have a maximum of 16 people (ages 6 to 100), and travelers from different Spanish-speaking countries may join the same departure.
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