5-Day Weekend-Itinerary Running Adventure in Costa Rica

May 23 to May 27, 2025

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5-Day Weekend-Itinerary Running Adventure in Costa Rica
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Costa Rica: the land of rainforests, volcanoes, and pristine coastlines. Get your tropical fix on a weekend or week-long trip with us! We invite you to lace up your running shoes and traverse dense jungles and sun-kissed beaches.

Immerse yourself in the local culture, savor delicious cuisine, and get your heart racing with epic runs and watery activities like canoeing and snorkeling! This multi-day adventure promises a perfect blend of running, nature, and adventure in one of the world's most biodiverse countries.

Trip Highlights

Visit tropical volcanoes

Zip-line through the jungle

Spot wildlife on your daily run

Kayak, canoe, and raft through open waters

Run along sandy beaches

Meet Your Host Country: Costa Rica

Costa Rica’s year-round tropical climate makes it the perfect spot for wildlife like sloths and vibrant macaws. Although small, Costa Rica is committed to conservation and boasts eight national parks within its 51,000 square kilometers of land.

During your visit, embrace the hospitality of locals, who call themselves Ticos or Ticas, and settle into the easy comfort of this tropical paradise. Whether you're wandering colonial towns or savoring traditional cuisine, you'll find Costa Rica's charm irresistible.

About

Guided trail runs and hikes (7-12K each)

Daily afternoon activities

Expert local staff

Hotels, meals, and local transport included!

Airfare

These are fast-paced events. We'll send you a packing list before the trip to help you feel ready to tackle...well, just about anything!

"Experiencing a trip to Patagonia was life changing. I made memories and friendships that will last a lifetime. I treasure the lessons I learned about South American culture and I loved meeting local guides throughout the trip."

- Sara Wormley

"This was by far the best vacation ever! We have traveled to amazing places, eaten delicious food, went on cool runs, and met fun people, but never all in one trip. Top-notch!"

- Angela Delf, Ireland


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About The Host

Tireless travel directors, local guides, trail runners, photography gurus, and staff medics...we're all here to make your experience one for the ages.

Itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to San José

You’ll arrive in San José, Costa Rica by Saturday afternoon and either take a taxi or airport shuttle to our hotel for the first night.

We’ll check you in and get everyone oriented for what to expect throughout the trip, plus it's your first chance to meet your fellow adventurers! Dinner and drinks are included the first night.

Day 2: Irazú National Park

Let’s get started with a unique forest run! We’ll eat breakfast at the hotel and then drive to our race location, the regenerating forests at the base of Prusia volcano! This volcano isn’t known for eruptions; instead, it’s known for being the highest point in Irazú National Park. Our run will take place in the forest at the volcano's baseIf you need a pick-me-up before the run, we’ll have some fresh fruit at the start line.

After the run, enjoy a picnic lunch and then we travel to another tall volcano in Costa Rica. We’re visiting Volcan Irazú National Park, home to the tallest volcano in the country. The rest of the afternoon is yours to explore the town or relax at the hotel. We’ll regroup for dinner before closing out our first full day together.

Day 3: Punta Leona Beaches

Today we shift gears and lean into the coastal, beachy part of Costa Rica. Like the previous day, we’ll have breakfast at the hotel, travel to our race location, and have fresh fruit at the start line. Today’s run traverses Punta Leona beach, one of the best beaches in Costa Rica. Once you cross the finish line, enjoy some ocean time and cool off in the water.

Lunch follows and then we have a watery adventure! We’re paddling an outrigger canoe in the Pacific Ocean and have the option to snorkel as well. This is a great time to see all sorts of tropical fish and sea creatures!

Once again, we’ll enjoy a group dinner back in San José.

Day 4: Laguna Hule

Rise and shine! Our last day takes us to Laguna Hule for a morning run. The name of this inland lake translates to “Lake of Rubber” because of the abundant rubber trees that surround it. The lake formed from an old volcanic crater that eventually filled with water.

Round out the trip with a final adventure in the rainforest! We’re visiting La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park, known for five stunning tropical waterfalls and flourishing wildlife. The keystone waterfall, La Paz Waterfall is considered the most picturesque waterfall in all of Costa Rica. The park also has incredible butterfly and hummingbird gardens. If time permits, definitely check out these gardens!

Finally, we close out the evening with a farewell dinner, great stories, and plenty of laughter!

Day 5: Depart from San José

All good things must come to an end - until the next adventure, that is! All will depart from our hotel to the airport via shuttle, bus, or a taxi to the airport.


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Things to keep in mind

Refunds are only available for trips that are happening in the future. You cannot receive a refund for an event that has passed. Further, you cannot receive a refund for a deferred or transferred registration. If your registration meets these two criteria, your refund options are as follows.

3+ months before the trip, you are able to receive a full refund on your payment contributions minus a 5% processing fee (this fee covers non-refundable costs we incur from our booking platform and card payment facility)

Between 1-3 months before the trip, you are able to receive a partial refund. Your refund amount is your payment contributions minus a 5% processing fee and minus $1,500 to account for non-refundable booking fees that we have paid our in-country hosts (these typically include payments for transportation, hotels, staff, meals, and activities).

Less than 1 month before the trip, you are still able to receive a partial refund. Your refund amount is your payment contributions minus a 5% processing fee and minus $3,000 to account for non-refundable booking fees that we have paid our in-country hosts (these typically include payments for transportation, hotels, staff, meals, and activities).

Covid-19 Policy (updated!)

As of September 1, 2022, a Covid-19 vaccination is no longer required to attend a trip. This decision comes after we’ve reviewed the recommendations from the United States CDC and the various health recommendations of the countries where we travel.

While not required, we recommend the vaccine for those who don’t have infection-induced immunity. We trust that you will make the best decision for your health.

Prices are subject to change without prior notice.


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