Costa Rica Ramble

No better place to totally immerse yourself in nature.

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Cherish the laid-back rhythm of ‘Pura Vida’ in Costa Rica

If you aspire to an easy-going life, then Costa Rica could be just the place for you to explore. Costa Ricans, Ticos, cherish the laid-back rhythm of ‘Pura Vida’ (pure life) in their little slice of paradise and you will too. So why not join our small group tour and ‘follow the beat’ as we ramble through Central America’s hot spot of biodiversity.

Tropical rainforests and lazy beaches, rugged mountains and volcanic peaks, lush valleys and wandering wetlands – yes, Costa Rica, known worldwide for its natural beauty, has it all. Add in more than 13,000 bird, animal and plant species and the colourful country will quickly invade your senses.

If you have a penchant for bird watching, our Costa Rica tour is indeed, paradise!

Hummingbirds – by the hundreds, toucans, trogons and tanagers; kingfishers, creepers and quetzals; aracari, antbirds and owls; you’ll find birds in every colour of the rainbow, more than eight hundred species of them. And we’ve scoped out some of the best lodges for seeing and photographing these beauties at close quarters. The photo-friendly set-ups are a photographer’s dream-come-true!

Along with bird hides and bush walks, you’ll also enter a world of unusual mammals and entertaining amphibians. Do you know how fast a sloth moves? Or just how cute ‘blue jeans’ frog is? Or how Howler Monkeys can send a shiver down your spine? If you don’t know now, you soon will if you come on our Costa Rica tour with us.

You’ll love the diversity of landscapes we encounter on our rambles – highlands, lowlands, riverbanks, ravines, forests and farms. Believe us – with all it has to offer, from its flashy Resplendent Quetzal to its fresh-from-the-roaster first-class coffee, Costa Rica and its Pura Vida will charm you through and through.

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Doesn’t this just make you want to hop on a plane?

Tour Dates

TBA

DEPART AUCKLAND,
NEW ZEALAND

INTERESTED

*includes return economy airfares Auckland

DEPART AUCKLAND,
NEW ZEALAND

INTERESTED

*includes return economy airfares Auckland
*price subject to change due to airfare and exchange rate increases

Tour Dates

Namibia – My Journey

Namibia – My Journey

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Galapagos, Ecuador and Easter Island.

Galapagos, Ecuador and Easter Island.

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Epic Patagonia

Epic Patagonia

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What Our Tourists Have To Say.

Costa Rica was our 5th trip with Mirrabac, so we knew to expect something special. We were overjoyed with the photographic opportunities presented in the meticulously planned itinerary, this was a birders, wildlife, and plant lovers heaven!

Our local driver was knowledgeable and caring, and quickly became part of our fun team. The scenery was spectacular as we drove high up mountains, down into valleys, and out to each coast. Over 25% of the country is nature reserve. We enjoyed fresh local produce at every meal with lots of different quenching fresh fruit juices. Everything exceeded expectations, especially the hummingbird images we were able to capture at most of the lodges.

Brenda and Malcolm Pinfold

Ashhurst New Zealand.

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Where to Next?

Arctic And Around

A polar cruise around the Svalbard archipelago.


Arctic And Around

The arctic region is just about as far away as your fearless inner ‘friends’ can carry you – almost off the edge of the map. And you surely won’t be caught up in a crowd if you venture above the Arctic Circle with us, for a polar cruise around the Svalbard archipelago.

Galapagos Explorer

You'll relish this journey from beginning.


Galapagos Explorer

Few destinations offer the complete uniqueness and intrigue of these two Pacific treasures with their history, mystery, archeology and wildlife. First stop, mainland Ecuador to peek into the country’s history and culture and visit its magical Cloud Forest. Our journey then takes us to the Galapagos Islands for our stunning 8 day cruise. You also the option to go to Easter Island and wonder its mysteries.

Madagascar Magic

You'll find Madagascar is one huge kaleidoscope of charm, colour and culture

Madagascar Magic

Madagascar, land of lemurs: brown, bamboo, ruffed, ring-tailed, Verraux’s sifakas, Indri-Indri… OK, so you get the picture. This African island, fourth largest island in the world, is famous for its lemurs, which come in about a hundred species.

Namibian Explorer

Do you sometimes (maybe even often) crave a bit of space, yearn to escape your everyday hustle bustle?


Namibian Explorer

The biggest surprise in store may be the comfortable transport and luxury accommodation we’ve planned for you. There’ll be no overland truck or putting up tents, but don’t worry, you’ll still have an authentic African safari and an adventure you’ll never forget.

Epic Patagonia The Falkland Islands

Patagonia, with its tantalizing spirit and larger-than-life landscapes has always pulled dreamers, daredevils and diehard adventurers into its embrace.

Galapagos Explorer

You’ll watch elephant seals and sealions wrangle on the beaches and rollick in the tussock. Prolific birdlife will have you seeking that rare sighting, that magic in-flight photo. And a troll through the Falklands’ history will leave you thoughtful.

Best of Brazil

Explore South America's biodiversity star.




Madagascar Magic

Madagascar, land of lemurs: brown, bamboo, ruffed, ring-tailed, Verraux’s sifakas, Indri-Indri… OK, so you get the picture. This African island, fourth largest island in the world, is famous for its lemurs, which come in about a hundred species.