Costa Rica Family Vacation

5.0Based on
6 daysDuration
Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining
2 - 79 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Easy
Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Highlights

Walk across the hanging bridges in the rainforest of Arenal

Relax on Tambor Beach, visit Tortuga Island

Come across a variety of wild animals in Curu Reserve

Take a boat through the Pochote Mangroves

Itinerary

Families searching for a well-rounded Costa Rica adventure will find the Costa Rica Family Vacation tour perfectly tailored to all ages. Over six days, visit Arenal Volcano National Park for hanging bridges and waterfall hikes, then unwind on the Nicoya Peninsula’s beaches. Enjoy a boat ride through Pochote Mangroves and explore Curu Reserve, home to monkeys, sloths, and big cats. With airport transfers included and a family-friendly itinerary, this tour package stands out for its safe, engaging blend of nature, wildlife, and relaxation, ensuring memorable moments for both kids and adults in Costa Rica’s most beautiful settings.

day 1 - Costa Rica arrival & travel to the Arenal Volcano

Upon arrival at Juan Santamaria Airport, you will be welcomed by our representative. Receive the information package that contains your travel itinerary in detail, vouchers for services and other important documents related to your trip.

Travel north, where the Arenal Volcano is located, while learning more about Costa Rica from the representative. Ask questions if you want to. You are free upon checking in at the hotel. You may utilize your time by going out to explore La Fortuna.

Accommodation: Hotel

day 2 - Explore Arenal

Start the day by admiring the view of Arenal rainforest from treetops as you walk across its hanging bridges. The trails formed by the hanging bridges roughly span 2 miles in length. Visit the breathtaking La Fortuna Waterfall next.

Put on your bathing suits to swim in the cool waters of the pools formed by the waterfall if you want to. Enjoy a traditional Costa Rican lunch of delicious casado at a local restaurant. Get the chance to see the majestic Arenal Volcano while taking a leisurely nature walk with an experienced guide in Arenal Volcano National Park. Learn more about different species of flora and fauna as well as volcanic activities in the area from your tour guide.

Accommodation: Hotel
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch

day 3 - Arenal Volcano – Nicoya Peninsula & Tambor Beach

Start your journey to the Nicoya Peninsula in the morning. Drive past farmlands and forests as you go down to the coast. A ferry will be waiting to take you to the peninsula at the beach. Spend an hour exploring the peninsula. You might get the chance to see a variety of marine creatures, including dolphins, turtles and stingrays on the peninsula. Arrive at your hotel in the afternoon. You are free for the remainder of the day.

Accommodation: Hotel
Meals:Breakfast

day 4 - Explore the Gulf of Nicoya

Board a comfortable boat in Bahia Ballena early in the morning. Enjoy a relaxing cruise while watching sea birds and other creatures as you make your way to Curu Nature Reserve. Land on the beach that falls within the reserve and hit the trail that travels through a dense rainforest. See a variety of wild animals.

Board the boat again and sail to Tortuga Island. Enjoy a stroll on the island's white sand beach. You also have the option of renting kayaks and other water-sport equipment if you want to.

Your next destination is the Pochote Mangroves. Try spotting various wild animals and birds as your boat glides on the calm waters of the mangroves. The boat will take you back to the hotel after the short mangrove safari is over.

Accommodation: Hotel
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch

day 5 - Nicoya Peninsula – San Jose

Travel to San Jose, where you will spend your last night of this tour, after breakfast. Check in at your centrally located hotel in the city upon arrival. You are free to explore the city on your own after that.

Accommodation: Hotel
Meals:Breakfast

day 6 - Costa Rica departure

Say goodbye to the beautiful Costa Rica and its people. It is time to travel back home and reunite with your family and friends. In Costa Rica, you must reach the airport 3 hours prior to the departure time. One of our drivers will pick you up from the hotel and drive you to the international airport.

Accommodation: Hotel
Meals:Breakfast
Costa Rica Family Vacation

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What's Included

Accommodation: 2 nights Arenal, 2 nights on Tambor Beach & 1 night in San JoseDaily breakfast and 2 lunches in totalPrivate transportation for arrival and departure (airport - hotel - airport) & shared transportation between destinations (shuttle service) during the tripExperienced, English-speaking tour guides in all destinationsAll activities and tours as per the itinerary

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Cowen familyVerified Traveler
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Excellent

Excellent guides, well planned, prompt and professionals

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Clayton CVerified Traveler
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It was an amazing trip

The local travel specialists put together a wonderful trip. The itinerary was well thought out from a timing perspective.

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Barbara LVerified Traveler
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A wonderful trip

You did a wonderful job orchestrating our trip. The transfers and activities worked seamlessly. With so many differently hotels and transfers I was pleasantly surprised that we did not encounter any issues. Thanks so much for your attention to detail and making our trip worry-free. This trip was great value for the money.

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Tyler MVerified Traveler
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Volcano and Beaches

We had a great time!

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Amanda SVerified Traveler
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Great time

We had a time! It was fun and adventure packed. The itinerary was easy to follow and we were along for the ride!

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