Costa Rica Adventure Vacation Package

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FRO is taking its years of experience in the adventure industry and has carefully designed different trips in Costa Rica to offer a unique experience.

Costa Rica’s awe-inspiring natural beauties filled with lakes, rivers, volcanos, and beaches is only second to the level of service and attention you will receive on a FRO Costa Rica trip.

Join FRO on an unforgettable experience of a lifetime that will have you traveling without having to worry about a thing from start to finish. Book your trip today!

The Pure Life Costa Rican Adventure

Dates: October 12-17, 2025

Important Information

You will be on a private tour with the same guide and driver throughout the entire tour. Each Costa Rica vacation package trip will be led by a local guide with a FRO trip leader attending each tour. Please carefully review our trip packing list to prepare for this once-in-a-lifetime adventure.

Location: Pacuare Outdoor Center, Turrialba, Costa Rica
The maximum group size is 18.
Minimum age: 12

What’s Included

Private guide and driver throughout the entire trip.
All transportation.
All adventures and tours.
All lodging.
Daily meals.

Not Included

International Airfare
Gratuity
Alcoholic Beverages

Packing List

Costa Rica is a country located just 8 degrees above the equator. Most of the country is humid with warm temperatures during the day but in evenings and mornings it can drop down into the ’60s. Electric outlets are available and all major credit cards except American Express are accepted in Costa Rica. Here is a standard packing list of what to bring when visiting Costa Rica

Travel Essentials

Valid passport
Credit card & cash (for tips & souvenirs)
Prescription meds (at least 2 days’ worth in your carry-on)
Camera & charger
Small flashlight
Daypack/backpack
Sunscreen
Insect repellent
Dramamine
Basic toiletries

Clothing

Casual, lightweight outfits (variable weather)
2–3 quick-dry shirts (T-shirts, hiking shirts)
1–2 pairs of shorts + 1 pair of long pants or jeans
Light jacket (cool evenings)
Lightweight rain gear (you’ll use it daily)

Trip Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in San José

Welcome to Costa Rica and the Turrialba Vista Guest House. Today, you will be met outside the airport and taken on the drive to Turrialba valley, where you are going to be staying in a local hotel. It will be an early bedtime because we want to be rested for the full week of adventure. (Meals: Dinner).

Day 2 - Canyoneering on Silencio Creek

After a delicious breakfast, we are going to do a short drive to Silencio Creek where our guides are going to be waiting for us with all the equipment for a day of canyoneering and descending the beautiful Costa Rican landscape. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 3 - Raft the Pacuare River

Today we are going to start with an early breakfast and then we will make our way to the Pacuare River for a day of whitewater rafting. During the night we are going to relax around a bonfire. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner)

Day 4 - Zipline, Tarzan Swing & Waterfall Nature Hike

Today is a full day of fun and learning at the Camp. You will be experiencing our infamous Tarzan Swing! The swing will have you swinging hundreds of feet over the river while staying attached. We have a lower platform for those interested in a less adventurous swing.

We’ll also be riding on our zipline, so we are going to experience the Pacuare River from another level. Then we are going to hike to a beautiful waterfall where we are going to have the chance to slide in and have some fun! During the night we are going to relax around a bonfire. (Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner)

Day 5 - Rafting Pacuare Canyon and Travel to San Jose

The day will start by rafting through the tropical rainforest and one of the most scenic areas of Costa Rica. We will pass by canyon walls that rise 300ft and pristine 200ft waterfalls that fall into the river.

Then we are going to start our drive back to the city to spend the night closed to the airport. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 6 - Fly Home!

Today you will be transferred to the airport with luggage full of memories and a lot of Pura Vida! (Meals: Breakfast)

Costa Rica FAQs

The FAQs section answers most questions you may have pertaining to your Costa Rica vacation, including cancellation policies, additional trip information, and what to expect.

What To Bring

Costa Rica is a country located just 8 degrees above the equator. Most of the country is humid and warm temperatures during the day but in evenings and mornings it can drop down into the ’60s. Electric outlets and all major credit cards except American Express are accepted in Costa Rica. Here is a standard packing list of what to bring when visiting Costa Rica:

Costa Rica Vacation Adventure Packing List:

Up To Date Passport
EXTREMELY CASUAL…can be hot, cold, sunny and wet all in one day
Cash/credit card for tipping guides and souvenirs!
Shorts for hiking and hanging out
T-Shirts, polo shirts, or hiking shirts
Pair of long pants or jeans for hikes
Bathing suits (good to have 2 because sometimes you need a 2nd before 1st is dry)
Water shoes with straps for rafting, zip-lining & rappelling
Flip-flops for a shower or getting up at night.
Light jacket (gets cool in the evening)
Light rain gear – you will use it daily
Hats and sunglasses
Sunscreen – the sun is very intense, and when it rains! Insect repellent.
Camera & charger, small flashlight.
Toiletry items
Prescription meds (pack at least 2-day supply in carry-on)
Dramamine – your new best friend & mine, I like to keep the bus clean!
Large Ziploc or plastic trash bags for traveling from hotel to hotel with wet bathing suits or wet dirty shoes
Day pack / Back pack

Note: Think about only bringing a carry-on. It’s really possible for a week, especially with quick-dry clothes. Most airlines are charging for checked luggage now. But don’t worry we’ll be handling your luggage when you’re here. This is not a dressy place!

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrive to San José Airport & Drive to Turrialba Valley! (Turrialba Vista Guest House)
Welcome to Costa Rica. Today you will be met outside the airport and make the drive to
Turrialba valley, you are going to be staying in a local hotel. It will be an early-to-bed
because we want to be rested for the full week of adventure. (Meals: Dinner)

Day 2
Canyoneering on Silencio Creek (Turrialba Vista Guest House)
After a delicious breakfast, we are going to do a short drive to Silencio Creek where our
guides are going to be waiting for us with all the equipment for a day of canyoneering and descending the beauitful Costa Rican landscape. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch &
Dinner)

Day 3
Raft the Pacuare River (Rio Vista by Pacuare Outdoor Center)
Today we are going to start with an early breakfast and then we will make our way to the
Pacuare River for a day of whitewater rafting. During the night we are going to relax around a bonfire. (Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner)

Day 4
Zipline, Tarzan Swing & Waterfall Nature Hike (Pacuare Outdoor
Center Camp)
Today is a full day of fun and learning at the Camp. You will be experiencing our infamous Tarzan Swing! The swing will have you swinging hundreds of feet over the river while
staying attached. We have a lower platform for those interested in a less adventurous swing.

We’ll also be riding on our zipline, so we are going to experience the Pacuare River from
another level. Then we are going to hike to a beautiful waterfall where we are going to have the chance to slide in and have some fun! During the night we are going to relax around a bonfire. (Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner)

Day 5
Rafting Pacuare Canyon and Travel to San Jose (Local Hotel)
The day will start by rafting through the tropical rainforest and one of the most scenic areas of Costa Rica. We will pass by canyon walls that rise 300ft and pristine 200ft waterfalls that fall into the river.

Then we are going to start our drive back to the city to spend the night closed to the airport. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 6
Fly Home!
Today you will be transferred to the airport with luggage full of memories and a lot of Pura Vida! (Meals: Breakfast)

What currency should I bring?

Shops and restaurants will be fine with US dollars in most places. But if you plan on paying with a Credit Card make sure you let your CC company know you will be traveling.

Are the itineraries exactly what we'll experience?

Yes, although, it is difficult to predict travel times in Costa Rica. The terrain, road-work, traffic, or a sloth crossing the road can cause delays.

What is the minimum age for participants?

We allow children 12 years and older to participate in our Costa Rica vacations.

Are meals included?

Yes, all meals are included throughout the trip.

What is your cancellation policy?

Front Royal Outdoors and our partners at the POC Lodge offer a shared cancellation policy. Please view it here!

Do you provide travel insurance?

Not at this time. However, if you reach out to us we can recommend a third party to provide you with this service.

Are flights included in the cost of the travel packages?

No. Flights from varying departure locations could not be accommodated within our packages.

Do we have to have to begin the trip in Virginia?

No. Your departure can originate anywhere in the world in order to reach San Jose, Costa Rica (SJO) Airport on first day of your vacation.

Will snacks be provided throughout the trip?

Yes! We provide delicious snacks throughout each day if you get hungry.

How far away are we from medical facilities?

Varying from day to day, medical facilities are on average 90 minutes away. If you have a pre-existing condition or medical concern, please reach out to our travel experts to discuss your condition in more detail.

What amenities are provided at the lodging locations?

Private bathrooms & private rooms are available to all guests at each accommodation throughout the trip.

Can we come if pregnant or have existing medical conditions?

Please discuss all medical conditions or pregnancies prior with a physician prior to booking your trip.

Are there many bugs?

There are bugs, but most guests don’t mind them. Insulation doesn’t exist in Costa Rica. Therefore, most places are open-air. For reference, bugs are worse in places like Florida.

What is the temperature like?

The evenings and mornings will be cooler than you’re expecting. Please pack accordingly. The fluctuation in temperature in the tropics is from day to night. Other than that the temperatures are similar all year round. While it doesn’t get cold it can bet in the high 60’s in the evening or early morning.

When does the sun rise and set?

Sunrise is 5:30 am and sunset is 6 pm. Costa Rica sits only 8 degrees above the equator so the sunrise and sunset is almost the same all year.

Do I need to tip throughout the vacation?

Tips are included in restaurants but tour guides are accustomed to being tipped. This is confusing. Restaurants already have 10% included. You are welcome to leave another 5% or 10% as we do in Virginia but locals just do the 10% already included. Tour guides working in the tourism industry do work for tips.

How is the wildlife experience?

Wildlife is small but it can get LOUD! The Rainforest has more species than anywhere else because they have mastered the idea of not being seen by predators. Your guides will be able to find wildlife but it’s not all out in the open like the African Savana. But don’t let this fool you. The Rainforest can get loud with howler monkeys and many different species. A bit louder than Virginia at night but it’s music to our ears!

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The Pure Life Costa Rican Adventure

Important Information

Packing List

Trip Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in San José

Day 2 - Canyoneering on Silencio Creek

Day 3 - Raft the Pacuare River

Day 4 - Zipline, Tarzan Swing & Waterfall Nature Hike

Day 5 - Rafting Pacuare Canyon and Travel to San Jose

Day 6 - Fly Home!

Costa Rica FAQs

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