Costa Rica Photo Tour – Remote Expeditions

Name: Costa Rica Photo Tour
Brand: Remote Expeditions
SKU: 34283
Price: 4995 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (13 reviews)

Overview

Costa Rica is a destination with varied landscapes composed of valleys, mountains, volcanoes, sandy beaches, mangroves, exuberant tropical forests. A country rich in natural diversity, with 6% of the world’s biodiversity present in the territory, and a welcoming population with the motto “Pura Vida”.

From 4.995 € 10 Days / 9 Nights Departure: Jul 6th, 2026 Walking Grade: Easy

Day 1: Welcome to Costa Rica
Day 2: Tortuguero Park
Day 3: Tortuguero Park
Day 4: Bribri Community
Day 5: South Caribbean
Day 6: Cahuita Reserve
Day 7: Puerto Limon (Free day)
Day 8: Arena & Fortuna
Day 9: Hanging Bridges of Arenal
Day 10: Tenorio Park (or Free Day)

Trip Details

Country

Costa Rica

Group Size

8 Travelers Max

Seasonality

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Schedule

Relax

Tour Highlights

The preserved biodiversity of Tortugero Park
The meeting with the Bribri Community
The azure waters of the Caribbean coast
the hanging bridges of the Arenal Volcano Park
The sloths and monkeys of Manuel Antonio Park
The impressive waterfalls of Nahuyaca

Tour Type

Photography Tour

Departure

Jul 6th, 2026

Thematics

Nature & Wildlife
Photography

Itinerary

DAY 1 - Monday Jul 6th, 2026

Welcome to Costa Rica

Welcome to Costa Rica: welcome by your English-speaking photography instructor and transfer to your hotel.
Your stay begins with a first night in San José. Located at 1,200 meters of altitude, the capital and its agglome...

B, L, D Hotel Aurola Holiday Inn 4* (or similar) 45min

DAY 2 - Tuesday Jul 7th, 2026

Tortuguero Park

Meeting at the reception of your hotel with your local Spanish-speaking driver for a short flight to the pier of Tortuguero. Arrival in the town of Guapiles and breakfast in a local restaurant, before taking a boat to To...

B, L, D Evergreen Lodge *** (or similar) 1h30

DAY 3 - Wednesday Jul 8th, 2026

Tortuguero Park

Breakfast at the lodge.
Boat trip to visit the canals of Tortuguero Park to discover the nature at its awakening. Frequent stops to observe a great variety of birds, monkeys, crocodiles and caimans…
Return to your Lodge.
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B, L, D Evergreen Lodge *** (or similar)

DAY 4 - Thursday Jul 9th, 2026

Bribri Community

Return to Guápiles by boat (semi-collective transfer with other guests of the lodge), then lunch in a local restaurant. Meeting with your Spanish-speaking driver (attention it is not a guide) to begin your circuit with y...

B, L, D Local Community (or similar) 3h30

DAY 5 - Friday Jul 10th, 2026

South Caribbean

Today your local BriBri guide (Spanish) will accompany you on a cocoa and medicinal plant tour to a nearby farm in Bambú, where in addition to cocoa, you will learn about the building materials of traditional Bribery hou...

B, L La Kukula Lodge 3* (or similar) 40 min

DAY 6 - Saturday Jul 11th, 2026

Cahuita Reserve

Discovery with a local guide of the magnificent national park of Cahuita. The white sandy beaches, miles of coconut trees, the calm sea and the protected coral reef of 240 hectares make Cahuita one of the most beautiful ...

B, L La Kukula Lodge 3* (or similar)

DAY 7 - Sunday Jul 12th, 2026

Puerto Limon (Free day)

Can enjoy a swim in the warm Caribbean waters. Playa Chiquita, Playa Cocles or Playa Punta Uva await you. Between two sunbaths, take a relaxing break in one of the restaurants in the area and enjoy a cocktail or a good b...

B, L La Kukula Lodge 3* (or similar)

DAY 8 - Monday Jul 13th, 2026

Arena & Fortuna

Today your trip will take you to the north of the country to reach La Fortuna, a town located at the foot of the Arenal volcano.
Costa Rica is known to shelter about 116 volcanoes among them and surely one of the most im...

B, L Arenal Oasis Ecolodge 3* (or similar) 5h

DAY 9 - Tuesday Jul 14th, 2026

Hanging Bridges of Arenal

This morning Day 9 hike on suspension bridges with a local guide (activity included): this one is done in the natural private reserve of 250Ha of primary tropical rainforest for an observation of the fauna and flora at t...

B, L Arenal Oasis Ecolodge 3* (or similar)

DAY 10 - Wednesday Jul 15th, 2026

Tenorio Park (or Free Day)

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B, L Arenal Oasis Ecolodge *** (or similar)

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Hotels

Evergreen Ecolodge ***

Evergreen Lodge is located in the beautiful rainforest of Tortuguero, only 5 minutes from the main entrance of Tortuguero National Park. The Lodge has 29 rooms and 31 bungalows on stilts scattered in the rainforest where animals are easily observed and all offer excellent comfort (private bathroom, hot water, fans). The Lodge also has 2 restaurants, a bar, 2 beautiful swimming pools, one of which has jacuzzi, and an Internet access. Many activities are offered on site such as canopy, fishing and kayaking, which is available to guests of the Lodge.

Kukula Ecolodge ***

The Kukula Lodge is located in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, near Playa Chiquita, next to the most beautiful beaches of Costa Rica's South Caribbean coast and the Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Park and JaguarWildlife Rescue Center. 10 rooms are available for travelers looking for simple and pleasant accommodations in the jungle and near the Caribbean Sea. At Kukula Lodge, you can enjoy breakfast while listening to the sounds of the jungle; watch the sloths or curious iguanas; take a dip in the pool or simply read a good book immersed in the jungle.

Arenal Oasis Ecolodge ***

Only 5 minutes from the village of La Fortuna. The Arenal Oasis Eco-Lodge offers quick access to the activities of the area. 5 cottages are located in the heart of the forest in a peaceful setting. Bird watching, night walks in the forest, nature history, etc. VILLAS RIO MAR 3*South Pacific

Ditsowo Inn

The lodge has 3 sleeping areas that can accommodate up to 120 people. The lodge has 4 basic shared bathrooms with toilets and showers (room temperature water). The lodge is located on the banks of the Telire River, surrounded by tropical fruit and cocoa plantations. Located in the Bribri indigenous reserve in the Talamanca region, on the southern Caribbean coast of Costa Rica, Ditsöwö U is both an accommodation and a cultural center. The word "Ditsöwö U" has no simple translation but literally means "house of corn", the sacred food of the indigenous peoples, which, with its hundreds of colorful varieties, represents the different cultures and indigenous communities. Danilo Layan, the creator of this project, dreamed of a cultural meeting place that would welcome people from all over the world, strengthen indigenous traditions, support local communities and teach us a form of sustainable and environmentally friendly tourism. Ditsöwö Inn brings all this together and offers an authentic and unforgettable experience.

Holiday Inn Aurola

The Holiday Inn Aurola is perfectly located in the center of San Jose, close to all the main attractions of the city, and with panoramic views of the Central Valley from every room. In addition, the hotel has a beautiful indoor pool, as well as a gym, two restaurants and a bar.

Villas Rio Mar

The Villas Rio Mar hotel is surrounded by a lush tropical forest, a few hundred meters from the sea, near the beach resort of Dominical (attracting surfers). The complex consists of 54 rooms: 4 fully equipped villas, 4 standards (exclusive for the guide and driver), 13 junior suites and 32 superior rooms. The restaurant offers Costa Rican and local specialties, fine cuisine. The hotel also offers a bar, a swimming pool with wet bar, a spa, a meeting room with a capacity of 80 people, a laundry a service, private parking, luggage storage, currency exchange and two computers.ideally located for walking in the Bahia Ballena National Marine Park and starting point of many excursions such as the Corcovado National Park, Isla del Caño, Nauyaca Falls.

Price Details

Price Base

Price for 1 person: 8.995 €
Price for 2 people: 7.995 €
Price from 3 to 4 people: 6.995 €
Price from 5 to 6 people: 5.995 €
Price from 7 to 8 people: 4.995 €

* Price is indicated per person
** Single supplement available upon request (subject to availability) - inquire for pricing.

Included

Meals indicated in the program
Accommodation in first class hotels
Transportation in comfortable vehicles
Tour leader and English speaking guide
Local guides specialized in the region
Entrance Fees
Domestic flights
Boat transportation

Not Included

International flights
Additional drinks and meals
Medical insurance
Expenses not specified in the program
Tips

Deposit

Payment Options

Bank Transfer: No fees within Europe. 1.5% fee for transfers from the U.S
Credit & Debit Cards (MasterCard, Visa, Maestro): Subject to a 5.4% fee, processed securely via Stripe.
PayPal: 4% fee applies.

Our Promise

Testimonials

Fantastic trip off the beaten path

Tristan is a very knowledgeable guide and photographer, and he is also very personable. Traveling with him was a very nice experience and we had lots of laughs too!

The trip was flawlessly organized and Tristan understood our needs very well, tailoring the itinerary to ensure we had the best experience possible. Thanks to him, we discovered Colombia off the beaten path.

Last but not least, I have done a number of photography trips and Tristan is probably the most dedicated teacher I have traveled with. He is really passionate about passing on his knowledge and passion about photography.

I will certainly book another trip with Remote Expeditions in the near future.

Julie Chamay

Switzerland

Unveiling Beauty Through the Lens with Tristan

The Luminous Journeys “VIVA Colombia” trip was fantastic for photographic opportunities in a country that is still largely unexplored by travel photographers. Tristan was an enthusiastic leader offering insights into his creative approach to photographing Colombia, including its indigenous peoples. His patient and sensitive approach dealing with locals allowed participants learn and appreciate Colombia’s many diverse customs. There was a good balance between street & culture photography, nature/tropical birds, and landscapes.

In addition, Tristan’s willingness to help participants with the technical and artistic aspects of photography was greatly appreciated. Plus he’s just great fun! The trip was well organized and the hotels and food were superb. Overall, Viva Colombia! provided diverse photographic opportunities that would have broad appeal to photography enthusiasts looking for untrammeled travel adventure in a fascinating South American country.Highly recommended!

Anthony Chodas

Canada

A Multifaceted Adventure with Tristan

My wife and I were fortunate to have Tristan as our leader on our recent trip to Colombia. Tristan brings so much of his skills as a photographer, organizer, logistical expert, and more to enhance the participants’ experiences.

He relates to the locals in a warm, welcoming, and personal manner. He is multilingual and effortlessly switches between English, Spanish, French, and some of the indigenous languages. When locals meet him, the affection they feel for him is palpable. He can and does literally work magic with children.

It’s a joy to see their expressions when he magically extracts a coin from their ear. It makes for wonderful photos. He’s constantly in search of photo opportunities. He creates them spontaneously and we walked away with great photos so many times.

As the oldest one on the trip, Tristan was always ready to assist me with an inordinately heavy suitcase. Whether dealing with a technical camera issue or the best way to compose a shot, Tristan was there with great advice. He also provided very helpful photo editing sessions.

I would highly recommend him as a leader, no matter the destination.

Stephen Sholl

United States

Readings

Colorful stylized tropical landscape art with mountains and sunset

Most beautiful National Parks in Costa Rica

Explore Costa Rica's stunning landscapes from Arenal to Corcovado in our park guide.

Tropical beach with palm trees and turquoise water.

Most beautiful Beaches in Costa Rica

Discover Costa Rica's top stunning beaches for an unforgettable sun-soaked escape.

Vibrant tropical waterfront cityscape at sunset.

Best Places to visit in Costa Rica

Explore Costa Rica's top spots: Arenal Volcano, pristine beaches, and lush rainforests.

Vibrant jungle scene with animals and adventure sports.

Best Things to do in Costa Rica

Uncover Costa Rica's top activities: from Arenal's hot springs to Monteverde's cloud forests.

Breathtaking sunrise over lush green mountainous landscape.

Best Hikes in Costa Rica

Explore Costa Rica's top trails, from Arenal's vistas to Corcovado's wildlife.

Enchanted tropical forest waterfall scene

Out of the Beaten Tracks places to visit in Costa Rica

Discover Costa Rica's hidden gems, from secluded beaches to lush rainforest retreats.

Aerial view of tropical coastline with lush forests and beaches.

Reasons to visit Costa Rica

Explore Costa Rica's biodiversity, adventure spots, and pura vida lifestyle!

Ready to join our photography tour in Costa Rica?

Spots are limited for this immersive workshop. Submit your details now, and Tristan will personally reach out to confirm availability, answer your questions, and help you secure your place capturing the wild heart of Costa Rica.