Colors of Costa Rica Photo Tour
Embark on an unforgettable adventure on the all-inclusive Colors of Costa Rica photography tour and immerse yourself in the staggering natural beauty and incredible biodiversity of this tropical paradise. Explore the sprawling Central Valley and lush northern rainforests, and photograph stunning waterfalls, vibrant rivers, shimmering lakes, and breathtaking tropical sunsets. Discover a magical animal sanctuary teeming with exotic birds, playful monkeys, majestic sloths, and so much more!
Improve Your Skills
Whether you’re a beginner or experienced photographer, this tour is designed to take your photography skills to new heights. With personalized, professional instruction, you’ll learn advanced techniques tailored to your level. From mastering exposure techniques and filters to focus stacking, Intentional Camera Movement (ICM), HDR processing, and one-on-one post-processing sessions to improve your digital workflow, you’ll walk away with an impressive portfolio and enhanced confidence in your photographic abilities. The only requirement is a basic understanding of your DSLR or mirrorless camera.
Professional Instructor and Guide
I have been living in, exploring, and photographing Costa Rica for the last 12 years and know all the spectacular locations and hidden gems. Joining us is my good friend and professional Costa Rican nature guide who is licensed with the Costa Rica Institute of Tourism. He speaks perfect English and will share fascinating insights into the country's rich biodiversity, ecosystems, and interesting history.
Fantastic Amenities
Relax in award-winning hotels, savor gourmet cuisine, and travel in comfort with private transportation. This photo tour is more than just photography - it’s creating unforgettable memories and having a blast along the way!
Fitness Level
Participation requires that travelers be able to walk unassisted for three miles over uneven, potentially muddy and slippery trails, and up-and-down inclines with moderate altitude gain. There are hikes over a variety of terrain including pavement, gravel, and dirt trails with large roots, rocks, and stairs. Heat and humidity could be high in some locations, and daily excursions can be more challenging during inclement weather.
Testimonial
"I've been back a week from my Costa Rica adventure and it was fantastic fun! It was every bit as fabulous as I'd hoped it would be and Scott’s easy going manner was so nice. His comments and sense of humor made everything from food to lush accommodations awesome! Thanks for the marvelous experience." ~ Kathleen C. | Washington
Book Now!
Don’t miss this opportunity to capture the dynamic essence of sensational Costa Rica! Book your spot on the Colors of Costa Rica photography tour today and experience the adventure of a lifetime!
TOUR DATES, PRICES & REGISTRATION
Registration & Final Payment Deadline: January 15, 2026
Photo Tour Price: $4,675.00 (Credit Cards) / $4,550.00 (Checks)
Photo tour price is based on double occupancy and includes professional photography and post processing instruction, professional nature guide, location expertise, all lodging and meals in Costa Rica during the tour, all ground transportation in Costa Rica during the tour including to and from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO), snacks and water, and all park entrance fees. Photo tour price does NOT include airfare to and from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO), airport departure tax (currently $29.00 and may be included in the price of your airfare), travel insurance, gratuities to instructor and guide, alcoholic beverages, and laundry service.
Single Supplement: Additional $1,300.00 (Credit Cards) / $1,250.00 (Checks)
Single supplement applies to tour participants that are traveling alone and prefer their own hotel rooms rather than sharing rooms with another guest or when sharing rooms is not available.
Deposit / Payments
$1,000.00 non-refundable deposit is due with registration. Remaining balance is due on the Registration & Final Payment deadline listed above.
Availability
2 Person Minimum / 6 Person Maximum. After the registration deadline, if only one person has registered, that person will have the option of doing the tour as a private tour for an additional $2,500.00, reschedule to a different tour within 365 days, or cancel the tour with a full refund of payments, minus the deposit.
Cancellations & Refunds
Deposits are non-refundable. For refunds of payments, we require that a cancellation request in writing be received before 11:59pm Pacific Time on the Registration & Final Payment date. If we receive your written cancellation request before the Registration & Final Payment deadline and can refill your space, we will refund all payments, minus any discounts given to refill your space. If we cannot refill your space, we will refund 50% of all payments. No refunds are given, nor cancellations allowed after the Registration & Final Payment Deadline date. No partial refunds are given for unused services. There is a $50.00 charge for all returned payments. Please see our complete Liability & Cancellation Policy.
ITINERARY
Day 1 - Arrive in Costa Rica
A representative from ColorTexturePhotoTours will meet you at Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) and transfer you to our first luxurious hotel. At the hotel, our tour leader will greet you and get you settled comfortably into your room. Once all tour participants have arrived at the hotel, we will have a delicious welcome dinner. Note: Please schedule your flight arrival between 11A - 2P CST.
Day 2 - La Paz Waterfall Gardens
After breakfast, we will travel by private transfer to photograph a series of fantastic waterfalls and a variety of butterflies, birds, frogs, monkeys, jungle cats, and other Costa Rica wildlife at La Paz Waterfall Gardens (Cataratas La Paz). We will have lunch at a restaurant on location and shoot throughout the afternoon. After shooting, we will travel to La Fortuna and check into our next incredible hotel and have another great dinner. Check out this blog post for more information about La Paz Waterfall Gardens.
Day 3 - Bajos del Toro
After breakfast, post processing instruction, and image reviews, we will travel by private transfer to the rural cloud forest of Bajos del Toro and photograph Catarata Celestial and Bajos del Toro (Catarata del Toro or Catarata Bajos del Toro). Catarata Celestial is a gorgeous cascade in a lush jungle setting that drops into a vibrant sky blue pool, and Bajos del Toro is one of the tallest waterfalls in Costa Rica that plunges 300 feet into an ancient volcano crater. At Catarata Bajos del Toro, there are beautiful gardens packed full of orchids, hummingbirds, and butterflies, and sometimes howler monkeys can be seen on the trail leading to the bottom of the falls. After shooting, we will travel back to the hotel for another savory dinner. For more information about Bajos del Toro, read this blog post.
Day 4 - Rio Celeste
After breakfast, we will travel by private transfer to Tenorio Volcano National Park and photograph the magnificent turquoise waters of the Rio Celeste Waterfall (Catarata Rio Celeste). Rio Celeste is Costa Rica's most iconic waterfall, and we will spend the morning shooting, then have an excellent lunch on location, and travel back to La Fortuna for a beautiful tropical sunset. Afterwards, we'll return to the hotel and enjoy another incredible dinner. For more detailed information about Rio Celeste, please read this blog post.
Day 5 - La Fortuna / Lake Arenal
After breakfast, we will depart by private transfer to Catarata La Fortuna, one of the most famous waterfalls in Costa Rica. After shooting away the morning and having lunch at an excellent restaurant, we will travel to a private farm and photograph vibrant poison dart frogs and sloths. Afterwards, we will travel to stunning Lake Arenal, photograph a few jungle streams, and another gorgeous tropical sunset before returning to our hotel and enjoying our final delicious dinner. Check out this blog post for more information about La Fortuna.
Day 6 - Depart Costa Rica
After breakfast, we will travel by private transfer to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO), where you will catch your flight home or continue exploring Costa Rica on your own. Note: Please schedule your flight departure no earlier than 1P CST.
