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Costa Rica Tour & Trip Reviews
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Just finished up the starter Costa Rica trip.
Just finished up the starter Costa Rica trip. I can’t say enough good things about this trip! It was an incredible experience! The accommodations and excursions were...
An incredible experience
This is one group that you'd never regret meeting! Their trips are well thought out and authentic! Such an incredible experience, with something for everyone. You'll...
It was absolutely amazing
I went on the 5 day Starter Costa Rica trip last week and it was absolutely amazing. I travel a lot, and I can truly say that this was one of the best trips I have e...
I had the most incredible time
I just got back from the Starter Costa Rica trip, and I had the most incredible time with Under30! Jonno, Jonathan, and Adrian were awesome leaders, and our group ha...
All and all the trip was amazing
I went on the Explore Costa Rica trip which included the Starter Costa Rica trip and CR Rainforest trip... all and all the trip was amazing and I had a great time. T...
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This was, hands down, one of the best experiences of my life.
I just got back from the starter Costa Rica trip 3/1/17-3/5/17. This was, hands down, one of the best experiences of my life. Jonathan, Eric, and Jonno were the best...
It was AMAZING!!
I went on the Starter Costa Rica trip and it was amazing!! I was entertained the entire trip from morning til night - thanks to Eric and Adrian and the group :) Thi...
An incredible experience
Book this. Now. I went on the Costa Rica starter trip, as a first-time solo traveler, and it was an incredible experience. I was able to get a 'best of the best' sam...
An amazing job organizing
Saying that my experience with Under30 was great is an understatement. The guides for the starter Costa Rica trip I went on, Delphine and Adrian, were fun, helpful, ...
I went on the Starter Costa Rica trip and it was an experience
I went on the Starter Costa Rica trip and it was an experience I will never forget. At first, I was slightly nervous about going on a trip with people I didn't know,...
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It was absolutely amazing
I just got back from the Starter Costa Rica trip and it was absolutely AMAZING! Everything from the people to the food was better than anything I expected. Our trip ...
I already am looking to book my next U30 trip!
I just got back from the starter Costa Rica trip and had the best 5 days of my life! Everyone was so welcoming and I felt like I was best friends with everyone day o...
unforgettable memories
I was nervous the trip would be packed with to many touristy things but it was just the opposite. Felt like I was on a trip with great friends, made unforgettable me...
The trip was meticulously organized
Just got back from the starter Costa Rica trip and I have nothing but the very best to say. The trip was meticulously organized so that there was never a dull moment...
It was incredible
Just got back from Starter Costa Rica trip and it was incredible. I've traveled with several tour companies in the past but this was by far my favorite as they are m...
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So blessed and full of life-long memories
I just got back from Costa Rica and to sum it up, I wasn't even back in the US for 12 hours before I started looking for my next trip. I would never have guessed tha...
The perfect way to spend valuable vacation time.
Starter Costa Rica was my second trip with under30. Once again under30 proved to be awesome! The perfect way to spend valuable vacation time. Friendships have been m...
Trip was amazing!!
The Costa Rica Starter trip was amazing. The accommodations were great and the U30X leaders were knowledgeable and very welcoming. It was also a plus to have the Co-...
My expectations were wildly exceeded
My expectations were wildly exceeded by the staff and programming of Under30Experiences. I traveled with U30X on the Starter Costa Rica trip in November of 2016. Cos...
Wonderful, sweet people, well organized and very fun
Wonderful, sweet people, well organized and very fun with a genuine touch from the staff. Even as a 31 year old, under30 felt rejuvenating to the core. Fun optional ...
Editor’s Take
What to look for in Costa Rica Tour Reviews
Most trip reviews tend to focus on some or all of these 5 key areas, not all of which may be relevant to you: the tour guide, travel company, service level, country or countries traveled in, and the trip itinerary.
Remember, just because you see a 1 star review doesn’t necessarily mean that person disliked the country.
Nature tours are a huge part of traveling in Costa Rica and most reviewers reflect positively on these experiences. Reviews especially highlight the benefit of having a knowledgeable expert tour guide to help describe the many different species and point out particularly well camouflaged wildlife.
In addition, tours of Costa Rica usually have a strong focus on responsible and sustainable travel, often incorporating assisting with various wildlife initiatives into their itineraries.
That said, some negative Costa Rica tour reviews warn that it felt like the tour company had presented false information regarding responsible travel. Depending on your personal views, you may or may not agree, so be sure to read these reviews carefully.
Service level varies quite a bit when traveling in Costa Rica. Luxury eco lodges aside, for the most part you should expect to face some different levels of comfort than you may be used to at home. Travelers who may have been expecting a higher level of service, and no bugs, will have been in for a rude surprise, and this is another thing that could account for poor ratings.
Most travelers reviewing Costa Rica seem to have enjoyed their trip itinerary. Costa Rica is fairly small, so it’s easy to see a lot of the major sites, meet locals, and even have some free time to spend on the beach.
If you want a professional take on traveling in Costa Rica, see the Travelstride Costa Rica Guide »
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