7-Day Costa Rica Trips by Local Experts

Seven days in Costa Rica can support very different trip styles, from whitewater routes between the Pacuare River and Arenal to slower wildlife itineraries in Tortuguero and Manuel Antonio. Some trips lean into rafting, rainforest hikes, and volcanic hot springs, while others focus on coasts and national parks, using Manuel Antonio and the South Pacific as bases for guided walks, snorkeling, and relaxed beach time.

You can also shape a week around specialist interests such as birding in San Gerardo de Dota, Corcovado, and the Wild South. Across these options, private transfers and focused regional clusters keep the pace realistic, so you can experience more of Costa Rica without spending the whole trip in transit.

These 7-day Costa Rica trips are shaped by Costa Rica travel experts who know the country firsthand. Each itinerary is only a sample, so you can adapt the route, activities, pace, and overall style to match the way you prefer to travel.