Costa Rica
From $2,830.00
Price range: $3,330.00 through $7,995.00
- Overview
- Pricing
- Accommodations
- Pickleball
- Activities
- Transportation
- Itinerary Outline
- Additional Information
- Cancellation Policy
- Testimonials
Costa Rica
Join us in Costa Rica for a pickleball and travel experience hosted by the Tilajari Hotel Resort! Enjoy world-class pickleball instruction every day, explore the local area, and wind down at the tropical resort.
Costa Rica is a vibrant Central American country, known for its breathtaking sights and Pura Vida ("pure life") values. It is one of the world's most diverse countries, holding everything from volcanoes and mountains to beaches and rainforests. 5% of the world's biodiversity can be found here, despite Costa Rica itself covering only 0.03% of the Earth's surface!
This is a safe and welcoming destination; Costa Rica's locals make visitors feel right at home! You will not find better hospitality than at the Tilajari Hotel Resort, where the staff members will go above and beyond to make you comfortable.
Highlights
- Play: 7.5+ hours of instruction, play with the pros, a pro exhibition, unlimited open play, and skill-based meetup sessions
- Courts: 8 temporary pickleball courts, covered and with lights
- Excursions: 4 included tours to show you some of the best parts of Costa Rica
- Social Events: Evening activities, group dinners, and plenty of opportunities to connect with other guests and our team
We have traveled to this location and resort many times for pickleball getaways, and we know this trip will be just as fun as our past trips!
Pricing
Single Occupancy: $3,330 USD
Double Occupancy: $5,660 USD for double occupancy ($2,830 USD per person)
You can make a $1,000 Initial Deposit to reserve a single occupancy or $1,200 to reserve a double occupancy. You need only place one Initial Deposit for your entire double occupancy. Your initial deposit will be deducted from your grand total (listed above).
If you’re traveling with someone who will not participate in the instructional clinics, let us know at info@pickleballgetaways.com before you register. You will be eligible for a discount.
After placing your initial deposit, the remainder is due by June 14th, 2026. You can pay your remaining balance from your Pickleball Getaways account any time before then.
What’s Included
- Fully equipped room
- 3 meals a day
- 4 guided tours
- Instructional pickleball clinics from our team of coaches and daily open play on lit, covered courts
- Ground transportation to and from San Jose Airport (SJO), so long as you arrive on the designated arrival and departure dates
- WiFi and taxes
Not Included
- Airfare to and from the San Jose Airport
- Alcoholic drinks
- Your pickleball paddle!
The Tilajari Eco Resort
We will stay at the Tilajari Eco Resort, a tropical retreat located in the heart of Costa Rica’s lush rainforest. Nestled along the banks of the San Carlos River, this resort offers a serene escape surrounded by exotic wildlife, vibrant gardens, and stunning natural landscapes. It’s the perfect destination to unwind and experience the beauty of Costa Rica.
Our group will be provided with a private buffet every meal, where you can enjoy views of the San Carlos River from a covered deck. Meals are great times to socialize and get to know your coaches and other guests!
We will stay in Junior Suites designed for comfort and relaxation. A generous deck with Adirondack chairs offers views of the river or gardens, creating a peaceful atmosphere. Each room includes:
Beyond your room, enjoy the resort’s pool, Jacuzzi, tennis courts, gym, and vibrant scenery and wildlife!
Pickleball
Play pickleball in paradise with 7.5+ hours of expert instruction and play with the pros, plus endless opportunities for open play and friendly competition. Whether you’re looking to improve your skills, meet new playing partners, or just have fun, this getaway offers something for every level of player.
Play will take place on 8 temporary pickleball courts, covered and with lights! Water refills will be on-site.
Here’s what you have to look forward to:
- Daily instructional clinics led by top pros and coaches with a 6:1 ratio of students and coaches — or better!
- A pro exhibition
- Unlimited open play
- Skill-based meetup play to ensure competitive and enjoyable games
Instructional clinics include demonstrations, drills, minigames, strategy, mechanics, and much more. Our team will start out with a demonstration, and then players will be assigned to courts to practice while coaches oversee. Court assignments are based on your own self-evaluation when you register and are adjusted if coaches notice mismatched players.
Pros
Our team will be carefully handpicked based on their experience, instructional skills, and love of the sport. The full lineup of coaches is yet to be announced, but you can check out our Guest Pros page to see which pros often make appearances on our getaways! Some of our pros may offer private lessons, depending on their personal preference.
Some of our pros may offer private lessons, depending on their personal preference.
Guests
We welcome players of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced competitors! We typically see a lot of 3.0-4.0 players, with some 2.5 and 4.5 players. We’ll make sure you’re matched with other guests at your level for the best experience.
Events
Our non-pickleball events include group dinners, trivia, and a pro Q&A! We’ll begin with a group Welcome Dinner on your arrival day. This is your chance to meet the team and fellow guests in a relaxed setting after you settle in.
Our Trivia Night is super fun. You’ll answer questions related to pickleball, Costa Rica, our pros, clinics, and anything else our team challenges you with. You don’t want to miss the prize you’ll get if your team wins!
During the Pro Q&A session, our pros will take the stage. This is your opportunity to ask anything you’re curious about — whether it’s about clinics, tournaments, or pros’ personal lives!
Lastly, we’ll wrap up the week with a group Farewell Dinner, where you can reflect on the memories made and enjoy your final evening with newfound friends.
Tours
Wildlife Tour + Volunteer Experience at Proyecto Asis
Departure: Midday
This is the #1 attraction in the area on Trip Advisor! This tour combines wildlife observation with a short-term volunteer activity. Led by a naturalist guide, you’ll explore the reserve, learn about local wildlife, and discover conservation efforts in the region.
During the volunteer experience, you’ll assist in preparing animal diets and creating enrichment toys to support their well-being. While only staff members feed the animals, you’ll get to observe the process and learn about nutrition and animal care.
Duration: Up to 2.5 hours, including a coffee break.
What to bring: bug spray, lightweight clothing, waterproof jacket, and closed-toe shoes
Cultural Tour (lunch included) + Baldi Hot Springs
Departure: Late morning
Immerse yourself in an authentic Costa Rican cultural experience at Monterrey Organic Farm, near Arenal Volcano. Participate in hands-on activities like:
Monterrey Organic Farm is a historically significant site, once sacred to the indigenous Botos and an important location during the 1948 Civil War.
After the experience, we’ll visit Baldi Hot Springs for 2 hours of relaxation, returning to Tilajari for dinner.
What to bring: swimsuit, bug spray, sun protection, and a towel
Bird Watching
Departure: Morning
Costa Rica is a bird-watcher’s paradise, home to an astonishing 820 species. With no need to venture far, this tour takes place right at Tilajari Resort, where vibrant birds like toucans, tanagers, and hummingbirds are active throughout the morning. Guided by an expert, you’ll learn about their behaviors, habitats, and the region’s remarkable biodiversity.
Safari Float Tour
Departure: Early morning
Glide along a serene jungle river in an inflatable raft, where every turn reveals new wildlife—monkeys, sloths, iguanas, and a dazzling array of birds. Your guide will share fascinating insights into the ecosystem, pointing out hidden creatures and explaining the delicate balance of life along the riverbank. Midway through, enjoy a stop at a local farm to sample fresh coffee, sweet plantains, and homemade coconut flan.
A small amount of water may get into the bottom of the raft, so we don’t recommend bringing valuables or nice shoes.
What to bring: swimsuit, sun protection, bug spray, water, sandals, and a towel if desired (although you’ll dry fast in the sun after swimming)
Transportation
You should fly into the San Jose airport (SJO) on October 13th and fly out on October 20th. We recommend arriving in the morning or afternoon so that you can attend our welcome dinner in the evening!
We will collect your flight details in advance so that we can keep tabs on your arrival and have ground transportation waiting for you. Once you collect your luggage, proceed to the exit and look for the sign that says “Pickleball Getaways”! The drive to the Tilajari Resort is approximately 2-2.5 hours.
Itinerary Outline
This schedule is an outline of what your trip may look like—the actual times and events will vary. You will receive a personal itinerary via email closer to the trip’s start date.
Arrival Day
- If airport security asks your destination, it is the Tilajari Eco Resort.
- You’ll find your driver waiting outside the main exit, holding a sign that says “Pickleball Getaways”. Just collect your bags and walk outside!
- Contact a trip coordinator if you can’t find your driver.
- The drive from the airport to the resort takes approximately 2-2.5 hours, so consider packing ginger chews or other nausea remedies if you get carsick.
- 7:30pm: Welcome Dinner
Day 2
- 6:30-9:30am: Breakfast
- 8-10am: Instructional Clinic
- 11:30am-1:30pm: Lunch
- 2-4pm: Meetup Play (2.5, 3.0, 3.5)
- 4-6pm: Meetup Play (4.0+)
- 6-8pm: Dinner
- 8pm: Trivia Night
Day 3
- 6:30-9:30am: Breakfast
- 9:15-10:15am: Instructional Clinic
- 11am Departure: Cultural Tour (lunch included) + Baldi Hot Springs
- 7:30-9pm: Dinner
Day 4
- 6:30-9:30am: Breakfast
- 8am-12pm: Safari Float Tour
- 11:30am-1:30pm: Lunch
- 3:15-4:45pm: Instructional Clinic
- 6-8pm: Dinner
- 8pm: Pro Q&A
Day 5
- 6:30-9:30am: Breakfast
- 8-10am: Meetup Play (4.0+)
- 10am-12pm: Meetup Play (2.5, 3.0, 3.5)
- 11:30am-1:30pm: Lunch
- 1:30-3pm: Instructional Clinic
- 6-8pm: Dinner
Day 6
- 6:30-9:30am: Breakfast
- 8-9:30am: Instructional Clinic
- 11:30am-1pm: Lunch
- 12:30pm Departure: Wildlife Tour + Volunteer Experience at Proyecto Asis
- 6-8pm: Dinner
Day 7
Wear your Pickleball Getaways T-shirt today for photos!
- 6:30-9:30am: Breakfast
- Morning: Bird Watching
- 9:45-11am: Pro Exhibition
- 11:15am-12:45pm: Play with the Pros
- 11:30am-1:30pm: Lunch
- 2-4pm: Meetup Play (4.0+)
- 4-6pm: Meetup Play (2.5, 3.0, 3.5)
- 7:30pm: Farewell Dinner
Departure Day
- 6:30-9:30am: Breakfast
- Airport Drop Off
- Your shuttle will depart approximately 5 hours before your flight takes off. Your exact shuttle departure time will be sent to you by a trip coordinator before you leave!
Suggested Packing List
- Court shoes, walking shoes, and sandals you don’t mind getting wet
- More athletic wear than you think!
- A few nicer outfits for dinner
- Long-sleeved attire for walking through the woods
- Swimsuit
- Raincoat
- Bug spray
- Pickleball paddle
- Passport
- Chargers (USA adapters will work just fine)
- Cash (USD will work) if you would like to tip your driver, tour guides, and resort staff
Additional Information
- Your credit/debit cards and USD cash will be accepted in Costa Rica
- Your American adapters for chargers/etc will work just fine at the resort
- The courts we set up will be available for open play at any time!
- The resort offers laundry services for a fee
- You will need to sign a participation waiver before the getaway
Cancellation Policy
This policy applies to Pickleball Getaways to North America, Central America, and South America.
If cancelling 121 days or more from date of trip: 50% refund of the Initial Deposit
If cancelling 91-120 days from date of trip: Loss of the Initial Deposit
If cancelling 61-90 days from date of trip: 50% refund of total amount paid
If cancelling 60 or fewer days from date of trip: No refund
Testimonials
Learn more about this destination from real guests who attended this getaway in the past.
“For us the Pickleball learning, the effort put in by each and every one of the coaches and hotel staff. The background staff who pulled everything together. This was truly a wonderful trip and experience. I would also like to highlight the opportunity to make dinner for the Racoon was both fun and rewarding at the sanctuary.”
Hans M.
“The staff and how much they engaged with all of us. I went as a solo and never felt alone. I was made to feel part of a family.”
Barbara A.
“Experiencing Costa Rica with a group of likeminded people and leadership that guided from sign up to farewell”
Bruce M.
“The actual pickleball is the main reason we came and (mostly) there was plenty of that. But really it was the pros that made it so good. So down to earth, funny and friendly. Made me feel like part of the Getaways family even on my first trip. ”
Bob L.
“Teaching, games, meals, excursions, exposure to a new culture, the exhibition, so many random moments, meeting new friends, lots of laughs. It was nice to see my spouse so happy in his element where he could talk about pickleball NONSTOP. It was such a great way to spend a week. I still feel uplifted.”
Theresa M.
“Playing with the pros was fun. The formal and informal teaching, the site, the organization, the group interactions, the excursions. The overall friendliness, courtesy, diversity. All contributed to a wonderful experience. Thank you.”
Steve C.
“All the excursions were great fun. The enthusiasm of the people and the guides was fantastic. Made each excursion super enjoyable”
Howard P.
“I loved meeting all the people, exploring the beautiful surroundings and learning some valuable pickleball skills.”
Dyana
