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A magnificent red and blue bird (resplendent quetzal male) with a long tail sits on a mossy branch with green foliage, Costa Rica

San Gerardo de Dota & Turrialba Holidays


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The cool climate and lush cloud forest which surround the small town of San Gerardo de Dota make this area a bird watcher's paradise. The region is home to over 170 species of birds including hummingbirds, hawk eagles and the striking (and aptly named) resplendent quetzal.

Nearby the valley of Turrialba boasts mountainous landscapes and the cascading Pacuare River, where you can find some of Costa Rica's best white water rafting.

Trailfinders offers a wide range of Costa Rica holidays and we have a dedicated team of destination specialists who are a mine of information about what to do here, often with first-hand travel experience. Whether you want to explore Costa Rica with your own private driver, embark on a fly drive, join a sociable small group tour, or are simply looking for advice on the best national parks or luxury hotels for a beach holiday – they are the perfect people to ask.
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OUR HOLIDAYS TO SAN GERARDO DE DOTA & TURRIALBA

Here's a snapshot of some of our most popular holidays visiting this region.
If you don’t see what you’re looking for, click on the link below them to see our complete range of holidays and tours in Costa Rica.
Costa Rica Wildlife Tour
Guided Small Group Adventure Tour
15 days / 14 nights

For a tiny country, Costa Rica packs a huge wildlife punch.

Guide Price: €2972 £2340 pp

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Costa Rica Wildlife Adventure
Private Tour
14 days / 13 nights

Get off the beaten track and visit some of Costa Rica’s most impressive wildlife destinations.

Guide Price: €4,679 £3,969 pp

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Costa Rica Coast to Coast
Private Tour
16 days / 15 nights

Travel from the rugged coastline of the Pacific to the laidback Caribbean via scenic rivers and misty cloud forests on this wonderful tour showcasing Costa Rica’s diverse landscapes and wildlife.

Guide Price: €5,549 £4,599 pp

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Costa Rica Wildlife Tour
Guided Small Group Adventure Tour
15 days / 14 nights

From the lush rainforest of Tortuguero to the spectacular cloud forest of San Gerardo de Dota and the white sand beaches of Manuel Antonio, this journey through the rich biodiversity of Costa Rica truly highlights the wealth of wildlife it has to offer.

Guide Price: €2972 £2340 pp

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Rainforest, Rivers & Rapids
Private Tour
14 days / 13 nights

Zipline through the forest, raft the waters of the Pacuare River and try your hand at paddle boarding on this fabulous active adventure tour.

Guide Price: €4,445 £3,775 pp

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Costa Rica Coast to Coast Ride
Guided Small Group Cycling Tour
14 days / 13 nights

Experience the variety of beautiful Costa Rica from the stunning rolling hills to the incredible coastline.

Guide Price: €5,159 £4,299 pp

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OUR RECOMMENDED HOTELS IN SAN GERARDO DE DOTA & TURRIALBA

We feature a great range of accommodation in this region of Costa Rica, with something to suit all tastes. Maybe you're looking for a simple hotel perfect for bird watching or perhaps a a luxury eco-lodge that can only be reached on a rafting adventure!

What you won't find here are thousands of hotels to wade through. We've done the hard work for you and selected the best places to stay and our travel consultants are on hand to help, often with first-hand experience.
Dantica Cloud Forest Lodge
3 star

San Gerardo De Dota

This welcoming lodge is located in the heart of the Los Santos Forest Reserve, high in the Talamanca mountains.
Pacuare Lodge
4 star

Pacuare River

This unique eco lodge has a gorgeous setting surrounded by rainforest and overlooking the Pacuare River.
Hotel Casa Turire
3 plus star

Turrialba & Surrounds

This colonial style property is located on the edge of La Angostura Lake with a stunning backdrop of the Turrialba mountains.
Savegre Hotel, Nature Reserve & Spa
3 star

San Gerardo De Dota

This mountain lodge has a fantastic location surrounded by beautiful scenery in a private nature reserve.
Rancho Naturalista
3 star

Turrialba & Surrounds

Located in the heart of the lush Turrialba Valley, this friendly lodge is perfect for nature lovers and with over 450 species of bird recorded in the area it is one of the premier birding lodges in Costa Rica.

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