Costa Rica Family: Volcanoes, Pacific Surf & Turtles

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san gerardo de dota

Explore Costa Rica's best hidden highlights together

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congo bongo eco cabins costa rica

Begin at fun eco-cabins on the Caribbean coast

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Shrimp lunch on Caribbean coast

Snorkel the coral reefs & eat in local beach shacks

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howler monkey on caribbean coast costa rica

Look out for turtles, sloths, monkeys & more!

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la finca lodge costa rica

Stay at a small lodge in the volcanic highlands

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arenal volcano in costa rica

Enjoy grand views of Arenal whilst swerving the crowds

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casitas tenorio

Sleep nestled in rainforest at your next base

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villas kalimba swimming pool

Finish at an eco-lodge on the Pacific coast

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boy surfing nicoya peninsula

Surf the waves, snorkel with turtles & relax together

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Driving in Tenorio, Costa Rica

Explore it all with private transfers (no driving required)

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smiling man tenorio

... and our complete support and guidance throughout

Typical Duration

Caribbean culture and volcano views; rich rainforest and beautiful beaches. Enjoy our favourite Costa Rica hidden highlights together as a family, and leave the logistics and driving to us.

  • Caribbean to Pacific
  • Away from the crowds
  • Epic wildlife encounters
  • Beaches & relaxation
  • Memorable places to stay
  • No driving required
  • Packed with local flavour
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What's Included

Key Inclusions

7 nights B&Bs

7 nights beach cabin

Private transfers throughout (no internal flights needed)

7 x breakfasts

2 x lunches


Guided Activities

Wildlife rainforest walk

Forest night walk

Cookery experience


5* Service

We have personally experienced & loved every aspect of this trip

Holiday Guide with advice, background information and recommendations

ABTOT / ATOL Financial protection

Local support throughout

24/7 emergency support

Industry-leading 160% carbon capture

Exclusive departure date


Please note: International travel not included.

Day by day itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Costa Rica


A warm welcome and a relaxing hotel just outside the city await as you land in San José today. Settle in and relax after your flight, and perhaps stretch your legs in the hotel's botanical gardens.

Day 2

Travel down the Caribbean coast


Day 3

Go behind the scenes with Tino


Day 4

Hike and snorkel in Cahuita National Park


Day 5

Move on to the volcanic north


Day 6

Explore hanging bridges or enjoy a safari float


Day 7

Hike the trails, or climb a tree


Day 8

Travel past Arenal Volcano


Day 9

Cook like a local and explore the forest at night


Day 10

Settle into the Nicoya Peninsula


Memorable moments to look forward to...

Cahuita National Park, Caribbean

Get close to...

Sloths, monkeys, toucans & more

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Discover...

The rainforest at night

Costa rica ostional sea turtle swimming two

Snorkel...

With wild sea turtles

Costa rica caribbean manzanillo beach playing waves

Swim...

Off idyllic wild beaches

Costa rica caribbean manzanillo beach smoothie

Drink...

Exotic fruit smoothies

Reggae bar, Southern Caribbean

Experience...

'Pura Vida' with friendly locals

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Explore...

The forest on hanging bridges

Costa rica la fortuna la finca lodge 2

Relax...

On swaying hammocks with a view

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