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Costa Rica (San José to Playa Flamingo)

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Costa Rica is a small Central American country renowned for its extraordinary biodiversity, volcanic landscapes, and commitment to eco-tourism — over a quarter of its territory is protected national parkland. The route from San José, the bustling capital nestled in the Central Valley, to Playa Flamingo on the Guanacaste Pacific coast takes travellers from urban culture and cloud-forest reserves into one of Costa Rica's premier beach destinations, known for its calm turquoise waters, sport fishing, and sailing. Along the way, the country's lush rainforests, hot springs, and wildlife-rich reserves — home to sloths, toucans, and sea turtles — draw adventurers, surfers, and nature lovers alike. It's a destination that balances thrilling outdoor activity with genuine natural beauty, making it a favourite for both solo explorers and group travellers.

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Costa Rica (San José to Playa Flamingo) · 14 days

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Costa Rica: Wildlife, National Parks & Hidden Gems of the Northwest (Self-Launched)

A 14-day self-launched version of G Adventures' Classic Costa Rica trip from San José to Playa Flamingo, hitting three national parks, the Monteverde cloud forest, Rio Celeste's electric-blue waters, Arenal's hot springs and the beaches of Guanacaste. You'll travel on Costa Rica's cheap and frequent public buses (or shared shuttles where they make more sense), stay in hostels and budget guesthouses, and book activities like canyoning, ziplining and catamaran cruises direct. Same route, same wildlife, a fraction of the group-tour price.

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