4.8/5 Excellent
Excellent
552
Great
88
Average
14
Disappointing
4
Terrible
4
Costa Rica Tour & Trip Ratings
Tour Reviews
Went on the 9 day Costa Rica trip recently and it was awesome!! Days were perfectly planned out, the accommodations were great, and the trip leaders were amazing. I ...
I went on the Costa Rica rainforest trip and was not sure what to expect, but was incredibly blown away by the people and the experience. Rancho Margot is a beautifu...
Coming back from my Under 30 Experiences 9 day trip to Costa Rica, my heart is so full and happy I could literally BURST. I can say with confidence I haven't had thi...
Just got back from my trip to Costa Rica with this amazing company. 5 stars doesn't even cut it. Logistically, the entire trip was a breeze. Delphine and Jonathan we...
I can't express enough how amazing and what a pleasure it was to travel with U30X. Costa Rica exceeded my expectations, from the food to the people and scenery, it i...
Sadly, I just got back from my trip to Costa Rica with under 30 experiences. I won't lie I was a little nervous about being stuck with a group of people that I didn'...
U30X provided an adventurous trip experience beyond what I imagined. Solo travel was intimidating at first, but I was quickly assured I had made the right choice. Fr...
This was my first trip out of the country! Though I was a a bit nervous in the beginning, after meeting up with the group at the airport, I began to feel comfortable...
The all inclusive experience at Rancho Margot was exactly what you are looking for for your first trip or your 100th. You get to experience a lot of what Costa Rica ...
Had such a great experience on my Costa Rica trip! Highly recommend Under30Experiences!!
I found U30X when I was sitting at my parents house looking for how I'll break out of my "comfort zone" in 2016. What I found was a trip to Costa Rica and the opport...
Really enjoyed the journey and thought the drivers/guides were great.
Excellent crew, very organised and everything ran smoothly.
The drivers were both just amazing. Very helpful and amazingly calm and patient with the slower participants. They took care of each individual and gave me the feeli...
Excellent crew, very organised and everything ran smoothly.
Louise became a dear friend. She did as much as she could to get everything. We thank you for all!
I enjoyed the journey very much especially since it took me through so ma...
Tony and Zoe were a great team. Always helpful and...
Betsy was awesome, everything had its place and it was surprisingly tidy.
The Tortoguera Costa is a great introduction to the lovely country of Costa Rica. Highlights included watching a Green Sea Turtle laying her eggs at Tortoguera and v...
Editor’s Take
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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