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Simple stays with essential amenities. Typically guesthouses, hostels or hotels rated below 3 stars — clean, no-frills, and great for value-conscious travelers.
Comfortable and reliable 3-star stays. Expect private rooms, en-suite bathrooms, and solid amenities — a great balance between comfort and cost.
Upscale 4-5 star hotels and lodges. Enjoy high-end service, refined comfort, and premium locations — ideal for travelers seeking extra indulgence.
Ready for a family adventure that brings you face-to-face with Costa Rica’s untamed beauty and welcoming culture? The "Best of Costa Rica Family Holiday" is a 14-day guided trip packed with wildlife encounters, hands-on cultural experiences, and plenty of fun for all ages. Starting and ending in San Jose, this small group tour covers the country’s most breathtaking highlights and some hidden gems along the way.
Explore the wild waterways of Tortuguero National Park, home to rare mammals and nesting green turtles, before heading into the lush biodiversity of Sarapiqui. In La Fortuna, soak in natural hot springs beneath the watchful gaze of Arenal Volcano, then experience the magic of Monteverde’s cloud forests.
Families will love the interactive cooking class in Dominical, where you’ll learn to prepare authentic Costa Rican dishes with the help of local families—three generations strong! The adventure continues with a visit to Manuel Antonio National Park’s beaches and wildlife, and a meaningful encounter with an Indigenous community along the Terraba River, where you’ll discover the traditions of their matriarchal society.
With comfortable accommodations, all meals, and seamless transport, this trip is designed for hassle-free family exploration. Its standout feature is the blend of nature and cultural immersion—ensuring everyone, young and old, walks away inspired and connected to Costa Rica’s wonders.
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Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
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Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
San Jose, Dominical, Manuel Anto
San Jose, Dominical, Manuel Antonio, Tortuguero, Sarapiqui, La Fortuna, Monteverde
Experience the wild side of Costa Rica with your loved ones on the Costa Rica Family Holiday. Over 10 days, this family-friendly wildlife tour takes you from the vibrant capital of San Jose to the lush rainforests of Manuel Antonio National Park, the misty treetops of Monteverde, and the geothermal wonders of Arenal. Share in hands-on experiences like cooking with a local family, searching for sloths, and walking above the forest on suspended bridges. Parents can unwind in volcanic hot springs while children play beneath palm-fringed beaches. The tour’s unique selling point is its thoughtful balance of adventure and relaxation, ensuring a safe and memorable journey for families eager to explore Costa Rica’s incredible biodiversity.
Wildlife
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Home-stay
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
San Jose, Santa Rosa De Pocosol
San Jose, Santa Rosa De Pocosol, Arenal, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve, Manuel Antonio National Park
Navigate trails through the canopy of trees, and marvel at the cloud forest, hummingbird garden, and butterfly garden. The route of suspension bridges of Parque Aventura San Luis is carried out on a path with a distance of 1800 meters, it is circular and allows us to pass through 6 suspension bridges located at different heights in the forest and with distances of (29, 44, 117, 34, 70 and 77 meters.)
Navigate through a unique Costa Rican mangrove ecosystem on this 4-hour boat tour through Damas Island Estuary, departing once per day. Your expert guide will lead a discussion on the flora and fauna as you glide through canals and natural tunnels, and while spotting native wildlife. Hotel pickup and lunch is included.Departure time varies depending on tide and season.
It has a rich natural wealth and a sanctuary that harbors seabirds and beaches of white sands, besides it has flora and fauna of our Central Pacific. In this beautiful archipelago is located: Isla Tortuga. Tour can be in Catamaran or Yate.
The Pacuare River is recognized worldwide for its scenic beauty flanked by its green canyons bathed on both sides by its lush waterfalls. Within its abundant flora and fauna you will find: sloth bears, toucans, parakeets, coatis, a colorful fan of butterflies and frogs, not leaving out its exciting crystalline waters that makes it an unforgettable adventure trip.Not persons under 12 years old
The transport provided by the tour operator will pick you up at your hotel and drive 1 hour and 20 minutes to the Savegre River. During the road trip to the tour site you will see picturesque views of the African palm plantations, small towns, small rivers and jungle vegetation. Your guide will be happy to explain everything about what you see along the way. Occasionally they will stop to use the bathroom or take pictures.
The length of the tour is approximately four hours; from La Fortuna we have to go 5 ½ kilometers to the southeast. We spend 1 ½ hours to get to the rest site of the horses.A beautiful example of the Costa Rican country site will be found along the way, cattle farms and agriculture, also the chance to see some birds as oropendolas and tucans.
Kayak and snorkel exploring marine wildlife during this exciting 4-hour excursion departing from the pier in Quepos.Paddle your kayak for a little over an hour navigating past tiny islands and observing marine birds and their nesting grounds. Biesanz Bay, a hidden beautiful inlet where you can rest, enjoy a snack and snorkel.
It has a rich natural wealth and a sanctuary that harbors seabirds and beaches of white sands, besides it has flora and fauna of our Central Pacific. In this beautiful archipelago is LOCATED: Isla Tortuga. Tour can be in Yate or Catamarán