Rolling hills, dense greenery, and a prominent red rock formation.

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Your Santa Elena Vacation

Book a customized Santa Elena vacation package that includes everything you need and no unnecessary extras. Good for hiking, views and nature, consider basing yourself in the neighborhood of La Lindora. Fill your free time with tours of Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve, Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde and Curi-Cancha Reserve, some of the top attractions you really should see during your trip to Santa Elena. Expedia is here to help you escape your routine. Tailor your vacation to Santa Elena to suit your style of travel, whatever that may look like.

The Latest Santa Elena Vacation Packages

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  • Jan 14 - Jan 18

    Maquenque Lodge + Flight

    Pital
    4 nights
    3.0 star property
    9.6/10 - Exceptional (89 reviews)
    "This is a barely discovered gem, a rare destination that will leave you with lifelong memories. We stayed here 9 years ago, and returned this summer. The rainforest location is unique. We stayed in a treehouse, with frequent visits from spider monkeys and seemingly endless species of birds. We partook for a second time the riverboat tour through the local rainforest, up through the Nicaragua border. We saw spectacular macaws, toucans, and numerous other bird species. We encountered..."
    Reviewed August 31, 2026
    Roundtrip • New York (JFK) - San José (SJO)
    JFK - SJO • 1 stop SJO - JFK • 1 stop
    $2,091
    $1,161
    per traveler
    found 1 day ago
    Maquenque Lodge
  • Dec 29 - Jan 5

    Fondavela Hotel + Flight

    Monteverde
    6 nights
    4.5 star property
    8.6/10 - Excellent (416 reviews)
    Roundtrip • Los Angeles (LAX) - San José (SJO)
    LAX - SJO • Nonstop SJO - LAX • 1 stop
    $18,029
    $1,730
    per traveler
    found 1 day ago
    Fondavela Hotel
  • Dec 9 - Dec 14

    The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal + Flight

    Monterrey
    5 nights
    5.0 star property
    9.8/10 - Exceptional (1,002 reviews)
    Roundtrip • Boston (BOS) - San José (SJO)
    BOS - SJO • 1 stop SJO - BOS • 1 stop
    Save 100% on your flight
    $3,380
    $1,965
    per traveler
    found 1 day ago
    The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal
  • Dec 13 - Dec 18

    Way to Heaven Luxury Glamping + Flight

    Monteverde
    5 nights
    2.0 star property
    9.6/10 - Exceptional (12 reviews)
    "10000/10 Javier was a wonderful host, would highly recommend. He was very accommodating, very helpful with local suggestions. We had issues finding the location, he even went to go find us. Absolutely wonderful experience. The dome was one of the coolest experiences we’ve had yet."
    Reviewed August 20, 2026
    Roundtrip • New York (NYC) - San José (SJO)
    EWR - SJO • Nonstop SJO - EWR • Nonstop
    $2,066
    $1,257
    per traveler
    found 1 day ago
    Way to Heaven Luxury Glamping
  • Jan 21 - Jan 25

    Gaia Collection Hotels - Adults only + Flight

    Manuel Antonio
    4 nights
    4.0 star property
    9.8/10 - Exceptional (10 reviews)
    "Our stay at Gaia Hotel & Reserve was wonderful, but what truly made it exceptional was the outstanding level of service. From the moment we arrived, we were incredibly impressed by the warmth, professionalism, and genuine attentiveness of the entire staff. You can tell that providing exceptional service is part of the culture of this hotel. Everyone made us feel welcomed, cared for, and completely at ease throughout our stay. A few people especially stood out: Chris at the front desk and..."
    Reviewed August 17, 2026
    Roundtrip • New York (JFK) - San José (SJO)
    JFK - SJO • 1 stop SJO - JFK • 1 stop
    Save 100% on your flight
    $2,118
    $1,327
    per traveler
    found 1 day ago
    Gaia Collection Hotels - Adults only

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Santa Elena vacation package cost?

You'll find cheap prices from $1,161 on Expedia for your Santa Elena getaway. However, factors like the season, length of stay and your choice of hotel will influence how much your vacation to Santa Elena costs.

What are the cheapest months to go to Santa Elena?

June, July and August are great times to look for cheap Santa Elena vacation packages. Choosing to travel in quieter periods means you can typically find lower prices on flights and accommodations.

How many days is enough for Santa Elena?

Generally, a handful of days is enough to tick off the major sights during your Santa Elena vacation. However, if you want to have some time to kick back or go on day trips, think about extending your trip.

Is it worth booking a vacation package to Santa Elena?

During your Santa Elena vacation, you can look forward to enjoying some excellent nature and hiking. Leave enough room in your schedule to check out leading attractions like Curi-Cancha Reserve and Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde.

How to find the best Santa Elena package deals?

Finding a cheap Santa Elena package deal is easy with Expedia. Once you've entered your destination and travel dates under our "Packages" tab, set your budget, add a couple of filters and see what's available. You can customize your search by "Popular locations," "Property type," "Guest rating" and more. Order the results by "Price: low to high" to view the most pocket-friendly Santa Elena package deals. Want a simple trick to score even more savings? Be flexible with your departure dates and consider traveling on a weekday, when prices are typically lower.

Is it cheaper to book a Santa Elena vacation as a package?

Expedia vacation packages are designed to make your money go further. Bundle your flight, hotel and car rental into one great-value price and you could save hundreds of dollars. You'll typically snag a better deal than booking each component individually. And you'll still enjoy the flexibility to create a customized Santa Elena vacation by choosing your favorite airline, accommodation type and car class.

When to book a vacation package to Santa Elena?

Score incredible discounts by booking your flights early with Expedia. If spontaneity is more your style, snap up one of our last-minute deals for an impromptu Santa Elena getaway.

How to plan a trip to Santa Elena?

  1. Choose when to go: Check your schedule and get your bags packed. Your preferred time of year and the available activities will also help you decide when to visit Santa Elena.
  2. Set your budget: Consider expenses like flights, meals and transportation when working out how much to set aside for your trip to Santa Elena. Then, pick a hotel that suits your budget, whether that's a low-cost stay or a lavish getaway.
  3. Organize your Santa Elena escape with Expedia's trip planning tool: Look for and book hotels and experiences all in one place. You can also collaborate with your group to plan an unforgettable trip to Santa Elena together.
  4. Decide how long to go away for: Now that you're up to speed on Santa Elena, you can figure out the ideal length of your break. Put together a rough plan and allocate enough time to get through everything on your must-do list.
  5. Combine your flights and hotel: Awesome destination, check. Length of stay, check. All that's left now is to pick a Santa Elena vacation package that brings all your bookings together.
  6. Add on experiences and excursions: Take a look at our travel guide to find some fun things to do in Santa Elena. Book tickets or make reservations before you go to save time and avoid the stress of trying to find activities when you arrive.

Does Expedia offer Book Now, Pay Later Santa Elena vacation packages?

Your Santa Elena getaway is meant to be an escape from your daily routine, not a source of money worries. So to give you that extra flexibility, we've partnered with online lender Affirm to offer our Book Now, Pay Later vacations. Choose one of our vacation packages with payment plans and spread the cost over 3, 6 or 12 months. Plus, there aren't any late payment fees or hidden costs to worry about.

* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.