Among our curated journeys, the trail running Costa Rica expedition stands out as our wildest and most demanding adventure. This unique experience takes us through a founder’s homeland, offering a profound connection to the country’s intense natural beauty. It’s a journey that challenges and rewards, designed for those seeking an immersive experience beyond the ordinary.
Our expedition begins at the 3,450-meter summit of Cerro de la Muerte, from where we descend through cloud forest and dense jungle. The route leads us all the way to the wild South Pacific coast, navigating river crossings and offering authentic homestays along the way. Expect heat, humidity, and thick vegetation – conditions that make this trip mentally intense.
Our Trail Running Costa Rica Adventure: A True Expedition
This trail running Costa Rica journey is crafted as a true group effort. We emphasize camaraderie over speed, with no pace pressure, ensuring everyone can appreciate the surroundings. Strong local support is a cornerstone of this experience, allowing us to delve deep into remote areas safely and respectfully. This adventure is specifically designed for experienced trail runners who possess strong fitness levels.
To ensure this expedition is the right fit for interested runners, we arrange a pre-trip call with a founder. This conversation allows us to discuss the demands and confirm that participants are prepared for the unique challenges of the jungle environment. We believe in running as a means of transport, not an end, focusing on authentic experiences and human connections.
Spaces on all our trips are small and strictly limited. For the 2027 season, our Costa Rica expedition is scheduled for 9–16 January. We invite you to explore more about this journey and other adventures on our calendar.
What to expect on the expedition
This is a serious undertaking: around 139 km (about 86 miles) of running across six days, from the 3,450 m summit of Cerro de la Muerte, down through cloud forest and dense jungle, all the way to the wild South Pacific coast. Expect demanding mountain running, river crossings, and hidden jungle waterfalls you’d never find on your own.
Along the way we stop for lunch deep in the jungle at a local family’s home — fresh food they grow themselves and coffee straight from the farm — and stay in homestays with local families. It’s physically and mentally intense, so train well. The reward is breathtaking scenery, warm and friendly locals, delicious food, and friendships that last long after the week ends.
Watch: our Costa Rica expedition
What our runners say
★★★★★ 100% would recommend · 43 reviews on Facebook
“I completed the 96.3-mile Costa Rican South Pacific Jungle running expedition. It was truly an amazing experience — a unique travel opportunity that is not duplicated anywhere else. Breathtaking views, friendly locals and delicious food along the way. If you are offered the opportunity to join, take it… you will not be disappointed.”
— Steve B., Costa Rica expedition
“Trip of a lifetime! Amazing guides, and a great cohesive group of runners who help each other through the thick of the Costa Rican rain forest. The best way to see the country and meet its people, all on your own two feet. I would recommend it 100%.”
— Jody Y., Costa Rica expedition
“We saw places no tourists will ever see — lunch stops in the middle of the jungle at a local’s house who grows their own food, fresh coffee from a coffee farm. The best part? You’ll make long-lasting friendships. I totally plan to experience more adventures with them.”
— Renée L., Costa Rica expedition
“Running Costa Rica was just amazing! The team are doing an absolutely perfect job. Everybody, go for it!”
— Sven I., Costa Rica expedition
Join the 2027 expedition
From $2700 · 9–16 January 2027. Spaces are small and strictly limited, and this expedition runs only once a year. Interested runners have a short call with us first to make sure it’s the right fit.
FAQ
What makes the Costa Rica expedition unique?
It is our wildest and most demanding adventure, starting from the 3,450-meter summit of Cerro de la Muerte and descending through cloud forest and jungle to the wild South Pacific coast. It includes river crossings and homestays.
Who is this trail running trip for?
This expedition is for experienced trail runners with strong fitness. Interested runners have a pre-trip call with a founder to confirm fit, due to the mentally intense conditions of heat, humidity, and dense vegetation.
What is the philosophy behind this trip?
Our philosophy focuses on running as a means of transport, not an end. We prioritize group effort, authentic experiences, human connections, and ensure no pace pressure, with strong local support.
When is the next Costa Rica expedition?
For the 2027 season, the Costa Rica expedition is scheduled for 9–16 January.
