Sea turtle, beach, Costa Rica

Sea Turtles & Wildlife of Northern Costa Rica

Physical Requirements

At Nat Hab, we provide access to some of the most wondrous nature encounters the world has to offer. Many take place in destinations that are wild and remote, with varying physical demands and limited medical facilities. All trips may not be suitable for every traveler. In order to participate in this itinerary, travelers must comfortably and reliably be able to execute all physical requirements as noted below.

Level of Difficulty

Easy Moderate Challenging
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Difficulty
  • Easy to Moderate
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Trip Pace

  • Visit 2 locations in 7 days

  • Includes a couple of 3-night stays

  • Several drives of 1-3 hours with stops

  • One private charter flight

  • Very early mornings with long, full days

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Walking & Terrain
  • Travelers must be able to walk 2 miles unassisted along a variety of terrain and should expect to walk 2-4 miles per day

  • Hikes range from 1–4 miles each; travelers should expect 2-5 hours of physical activity daily

  • Most hikes are at a leisurely pace with guided interpretation

  • Terrain includes gravel, pavement, and dirt paths generally over uneven ground with some easy to moderate inclines. Trails are often muddy, especially after rainfall. Good balance and the ability to manage tree roots, rocks, and sometimes slippery conditions is essential

  • For hikes longer than 2 miles, the opportunity to turn back or shorter alternatives may be available

  • One boat ride lasts 90–150 minutes and can be bumpy if the sea is rough

  • Occasional opportunities to swim in the ocean

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Transportation & Vehicles
  • Travel by private minibus and private boat

  • Private charter flight

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Accessibility
  • Not appropriate for travelers using wheelchairs, walkers or canes

  • Travelers must be fully mobile and physically independent

  • Travelers must have good balance and be able to navigate uneven trails with inclines

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Weather
  • Daytime temps range from 75–90°F with high humidity

  • Overnight temps may be slightly cooler

  • Sun can be intense; activities are scheduled for early mornings, late afternoons, and evenings

  • Rain is possible year-round

Questions?
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Call Our Boulder Office at 800-548-7555 or contact your travel advisor.
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Hours
Mountain Time

  • 8 am to 5 pm, Monday - Friday

  • 8 am to 3 pm on Saturday

  • Closed on Sunday

Call 800-548-7555

Please note that on this Make It Private departure we have a minimum group size of ${minGroupSize}.