Loading...

Central and South American Adventure: From Costa Rica to Colombia

Phones charged and playlists queued — this 27-day journey is a full-on adventure through Central and South America that’s packed with wild nature, laid-back beach towns, and buzzing cities. Start in Costa Rica with the surfy chill of Puerto Viejo before heading into Panama’s hidden gems — think island time in Bocas del Toro, misty hikes in Boquete, and the crater village of Valle de Antón. Then go fully off-grid on the San Blas Islands, where Indigenous communities run the show and turquoise water meets white sand. After that, it’s Colombia time. Wander Cartagena’s colourful old town, trek through jungle trails to waterfalls in Minca, kick back in Santa Marta, and finish strong in Medellín with mountaintop views and a nightlife scene to match. From slow travel moments to fast-paced fun, this one’s got it all.

On Sale
27 DaysSan José to Medellín
Valid on May 5 2026Trip Code: CRSE
From $3599.1 USDIncluding taxes and fees

Is this tour for me?

Travel Style: 18-to-Thirtysomethings

Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.

Service Level: Basic

Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities.

Physical Grading: 2 - Light

Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.

Merchandising: New Trips

Trip Type: Small Group

Group trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.

Age requirements: 18-39

Check Your Visa Requirements

Before booking, use our handy entry requirements tool so you know which documents you need to enter and travel through the countries on your trip.

Central and South American Adventure: From Costa Rica to Colombia - Itinerary

Trip Start: San JoséTrip End: Medellín

DAY 1

San José

Arrive at any time. There’s so much to see and do in San José so we recommend checking out what you can. From city tours to coffee experiences in the Central Valley, there’s a variety to choose from should you arrive early. Join a welcome meeting in the evening to get to know your newest travel family and opt to grab a meal at a local restaurant afterwards as a way to break the ice and grow more comfortable with each other.

Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Connect With New Friends:
Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.

Costa Rica Guesthouse:
Costa Rica Guesthouse

Central and South American Adventure: From Costa Rica to Colombia - Itinerary

Trip Start: San JoséTrip End: Medellín
DAY 1
San José

DAY 1

San José

Arrive at any time. There’s so much to see and do in San José so we recommend checking out what you can. From city tours to coffee experiences in the Central Valley, there’s a variety to choose from should you arrive early. Join a welcome meeting in the evening to get to know your newest travel family and opt to grab a meal at a local restaurant afterwards as a way to break the ice and grow more comfortable with each other.

Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Connect With New Friends:
Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.

Costa Rica Guesthouse:
Costa Rica Guesthouse

DAY 2
San José/Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
+
DAY 3
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
+
DAY 4
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca/Bocas del Toro
+
DAY 5
Bocas del Toro
+
DAY 6
Bocas del Toro
+
DAY 7
Bocas del Toro/Boquete
+
DAY 8
Boquete
+
DAY 9
Boquete
+
DAY 10
Boquete/Valle de Antón
+
DAY 11
Valle de Antón
+
DAY 12
Valle de Antón/Panama City
+
DAY 13
Panama City
+
DAY 14
Panama City/San Blas Islands
+
DAY 15
San Blas Islands
+
DAY 16
San Blas Islands
+
DAY 17
San Blas Islands/Panama City
+
DAY 18
Panama City/Cartagena
+
DAY 19
Cartagena
+
DAY 20
Cartagena/Minca
+
DAY 21
Minca
+
DAY 22
Minca/Palomino
+
DAY 23
Tayrona National Park
+
DAY 24
Palomino/Santa Marta
+
DAY 25
Santa Marta/Medellín
+
DAY 26
Medellín
+
DAY 27
Medellín
+

What’s Included

  • Your G for Good Moment: Local Community Focused Chocolate Experience, Bocas del Toro
  • Your G for Good Moment: Tour Comuna 13 Guide Local, Medellín
  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
  • Your Big Night Out Moment: Bocas del Toro
  • Your Discover Moment: Boquete
  • Your Discover Moment: Panama City
  • Your Big Night Out Moment: Panama City
  • Your Big Night Out Moment: Santa Marta
  • CEO-led Orientation Walk of Puerto Viejo
  • Biking in Puerto Viejo
  • CEO-led Orientation Walk - Bocas del Toro
  • Starfish Beach Visit
  • Panama City CEO-led Orientation Walk
  • 3-night San Blas Islands Stay supporting the local ingenious community
  • Guna Indigenous Community Visit & Presentation
  • Island Visits
  • Free time in Puerto Viejo, Bocas del Toro, Boquete, Valle de Anton, Panama City, San Blas Islands, Cartagena, Minca, Palomino, Santa Marta, and Medellín
  • CEO-led orientation walks in old town Cartagena, Santa Marta, and Guatapé
  • Walk to the Marinka Waterfalls outside of Minca
  • Tayrona National Park visit and moderate hike
  • Palomino beach bonfire
  • Comuna 13 visit and tour
  • Internal flight
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Accommodations
  • Hostels (8 nts, multi-share), Hotels/Guesthouse (15 nts), Basic Island Huts (3 nts, multi-share).
Meals
  • 11 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 3 dinners
Transportation
  • Public bus, walking, private vehicle, ferry, boat, plane
Staff & experts
  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, and local indigenous community guide.

Central and South American Adventure: From Costa Rica to Colombia Departure Dates

All Years

StartEndingAvailabilityPrices from
Tue, Jun 02 2026Sun, Jun 28 2026Open (9)$3,824.1 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Tue, Oct 06 2026Sun, Nov 01 2026Open (13)$3,599.1 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Tue, Dec 15 2026Sun, Jan 10 2027Open (14)$4,004.1 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Tue, Jan 12 2027Sun, Feb 07 2027Open (11)$4,449 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Tue, Feb 09 2027Sun, Mar 07 2027Open (16)$4,449 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Tue, Feb 23 2027Sun, Mar 21 2027Open (16)$4,449 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)

USEFUL INFO

Your G for Good Moment: Local Community Focused Chocolate Experience, Bocas del Toro
Your G for Good Moment: Tour Comuna 13 Guide Local, Medellín
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
Your Big Night Out Moment: Bocas del Toro
Your Discover Moment: Boquete
Your Discover Moment: Panama City
Your Big Night Out Moment: Panama City
Your Big Night Out Moment: Santa Marta. CEO-led Orientation Walk of Puerto Viejo. Biking in Puerto Viejo. CEO-led Orientation Walk - Bocas del Toro. Starfish Beach Visit. Panama City CEO-led Orientation Walk. 3-night San Blas Islands Stay supporting the local ingenious community. Guna Indigenous Community Visit & Presentation. Island Visits. Free time in Puerto Viejo, Bocas del Toro, Boquete, Valle de Anton, Panama City, San Blas Islands, Cartagena, Minca, Palomino, Santa Marta, and Medellín. CEO-led orientation walks in old town Cartagena, Santa Marta, and Guatapé. Walk to the Marinka Waterfalls outside of Minca. Tayrona National Park visit and moderate hike. Palomino beach bonfire. Comuna 13 visit and tour. Internal flight. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Catch Caribbean waves and soak up the beach vibes in Puerto Viejo, Island-hop through crystal-clear waters in Bocas del Toro, Hike lush trails and hidden waterfalls in Boquete’s cloud forests, Explore Valle de Antón nestled inside an extinct volcanic crater, Disconnect with three nights on the remote San Blas Islands run by the Guna people, Wander the colourful colonial streets of Cartagena’s walled city, Sleep in jungle hammocks and discover natural pools in Minca and Palomino, Wrap it all up with Medellín’s buzzing energy and epic mountaintop views

The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.

VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you view a final copy of your Trip Details a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.

While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.

Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.

Please note that this tour combines with other G Adventures tours. Some staff and travel companions may be continuing together on another G Adventures tour after your trip concludes.

chat