family adventure with kids
Embark on a full-fledged Costa Rican adventure with your family! This route will take you from the Caribbean to the Pacific, offering visits to active volcanoes, enchanting waterfalls, rainforest hikes, thrilling and safe canopy tours in the cloud forest, white-water rafting and, last but not least, a well-deserved relaxation on sunny beaches.
Itinerary
¡Bienvenidos! Our representative will be waiting for you according to your flight schedule to drive you to your first hotel located in Alajuela, where you’ll spend your first night in tropical Costa Rica.
Services provided:
Lodging: 3- Star hotel
Transportation: Juan Santamaria Airport – Hotel
In the morning, a rental car representative will meet you to deliver the car keys. Your self-drive adventure through Costa Rica starts here. A short drive will lead you to one of the most beautiful craters of an active volcano, such as Poas Volcano. The charming path to the craters is accessible to everyone, and you will be surrounded by gigantic umbrella leaves endemic to this region. In the afternoon, venture to the nearby waterfalls to begin a hike in this park where you can encounter monkeys, frogs, wildcats, and two impressive waterfalls, concluding your adventure-filled day in the volcano region
Services provided:
Lodging: Lodging: 3- Star Eco-Lodge
Transportation: Rental Car
Activities: Poas Volcano & La Paz Waterfall Gardens
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Today, you’ll be heading to Cahuita on the Caribbean coast. The route will lead you through breathtaking landscapes, offering opportunities to stop and buy fresh, local fruit as snacks during your journey to the Caribbean. Cahuita is not only the birthplace of Calypso music but also a vibrant hub of Afro-Caribbean culture. After settling into your hotel, you can discover a serene spot on the beach, allowing yourself to be caressed by the gentle Caribbean breeze as you take a refreshing swim in its calm waters.
Services provided:
Lodging: 3- Star Eco-Lodge
Transportation: Rental Car
Meals: Breakfast
The following days are for you to set your own pace. In Cahuita, there are numerous activities to choose from. One excellent option is to visit Cahuita and its national park, where you can hike along a white sand trail and swim in the crystal-clear waters. Another option is to explore the local indigenous community of the Bribris, who warmly welcome visitors to share their cosmology, knowledge of cacao, and ancestral natural medicine. Alternatively, you can rent a bike, just like the locals do, and pedal from Puerto Viejo to Manzanillo. There, you can enjoy a scenic hike leading to a breathtaking viewpoint, followed by relaxation on the golden sand beach
Services provided:
Lodging: 3- Star Eco-Lodge
Transportation: Rental Car
Meals: Breakfast
Sarapiqui is a charming town nestled between the southern Caribbean and the northern slopes of Costa Rica. It’s an ideal place for relaxation and immersion in nature. The Sarapiqui River offers adventure with river floating and white-water rafting in Class II & III rapids. Nature lovers will be delighted with the diverse wildlife, including eagles, macaws, toucans, howler monkeys, sloths, and more. Enjoy your days in the rainforest paradise
Services provided:
Lodging: 3- Star Eco-Lodge
Transportation: Rental Car
Meals: Breakfast
The sounds of the birds will gently wake you up. The heartwarming loca-family will extend a warm welcome to their organic farm. Here, you’ll not only discover the various techniques to protect the lush crops from mischievous chimiquíes but also immerse yourself in a hands-on adventure through the world of chocolate and sugar cane.
After your exhilarating farm expedition, continue your journey to La Fortuna, better known as Arenal, home to the iconic, almost conical-shaped active volcano that will undoubtedly be a highlight of your days in Costa Rica
Services provided:
Lodging: 3- Star Eco-Lodge
Transportation: Rental Car
Activities: Visit to Organic Farm
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, prepare to embark on a day of enchanting nature exploration. Don’t forget to pack all the essentials for your adventure. Our local guide will lead you on a thrilling safari by raft along the picturesque Penas Blancas River. As you drift along the riverbank, prepare to be amazed as your guide unveils the wonders of the rainforest, including playful monkeys, serene sloths, iguanas, basilisks, egrets, and so much more. It’s an immersive journey into Costa Rica’s diverse wildlife that you won’t want to miss
Services provided:
Lodging: 3- Star Eco-Lodge
Transportation: Rental Car
Activities: Safari float in Peñas Blancas River
Meals: Breakfast
La Fortuna offers many family activities that you can optionally take, boat tours in Arenal Lake or hike in Arenal Volcano lava trails, waterfall swimming, hot springs with waterslides for the small ones of the family, cooking lessons, horseback riding, night walks in the forest, and more. You can also visit the wildlife and national parks near by as Rio Celeste or Cano Negro.
Services provided
Lodging: 3- Star Eco-Lodge
Transportation: Rental Car
Meals: Breakfast
A short off-road adventure will lead you directly to Monteverde, where the cool, refreshing atmosphere will envelop you. The fresh breeze, which brings the clouds closer, will greet you in this unique ecosystem. Enjoy your day by exploring and discovering the charming town, renowned for its local cheese factory, coffee, and warm-hearted people
Lodging: 3- Star Eco-Lodge
Transportation: Rental Car
Meals: Breakfast
An adventure above the canopy of trees awaits you. Upon arriving at the adventure park, your local guides will lead you to experience the most incredible zip lines in Costa Rica. As you traverse the various cables, you’ll have the opportunity to feast your eyes on the vastness of the forest. Following this exhilarating experience, continue to the hanging bridges, where you can explore the enigmatic forest at your own pace.
Services provided:
Lodging: 3- Star Eco-Lodge
Transportation: Rental Car
Activities: Ziplining & Hanging Bridges
Meals: Breakfast
You’ll be welcomed to one of the blue zones of the world, where you’ll quickly understand why its inhabitants live longer. The charm of the people, the incredible weather, and the inviting beaches are just a part of the experience. After settling into your hotel, head straight to the beach – your relaxing days by the shore have just begun
Services provided:
Lodging: 3- Star Eco-Lodge
Transportation: Rental Car
Meals: Breakfast
Hop aboard a boat to explore the Samara Beach area on this guided tour. Home to bottlenose and spotted dolphins, the clear waters are also a migratory route for humpback whales that are heading south during certain times of the year. After the dolphin sighting, explore the underwater sea life on your own with snorkelling gear.
Services provided:
Lodging: 3- Star Eco-Lodge
Transportation: Rental Car
Activities: Seafari in Samara
Meals: Breakfast
This beach is perfect for families who love to explore. Carrillo is a lovely bay where the ocean seems almost like a pool. However, just a few minutes away, you’ll find Samara Beach with waves that are perfect for those who want to practice their surfing skills. You can also venture on local expeditions to visit different and secluded beaches, such as Barrigona. Enjoy your days in this little paradise
Services provided:
Lodging: 3- Star Eco-Lodge
Transportation: Rental Car
Meals: Breakfast
According to your flight schedule, drive back to the airport. It’s time to say goodbye, but we’re confident that we’ll see you again soon! Safe travels.
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Services provided:
Transportation: Rental Car
Meals: Breakfast
Trip details
Family Adventure with Kids
14 nights & 15 Days
International flights not included.
From *$6000.00 USD per family
*2 adults and 2 kids under 12 yrs old
Lodging
– 14 nights of lodging in a 3 star hotel of desired accommodation.
Activities
-Poas Volcano entrance fee
-La Paz Waterfall Gardens entrance fee including buffet lunch
-Guided visit to a local organic farm
-Safari float by raft in Peñas Blancas River
-Ziplining and Hanging bridges in Monteverde
-Seafari in Samara Beach
Transportation
– Private transfer from Juan Santamaria Airport – hotel
– Rental Car 4WD from Day 2 to Day 15, including rental fee, basic insurance, Wi-Fi, and a courtesy second driver & booster seat.
– Alcoholic and/or sodas are not included in the feeding times specified in the itinerary.
– Optional/alternative or suggested activities.
– Personal expenses and tips in hotels, from guides or drivers.
– Extra expenses in hotels: laundry, minibar, phone calls, etc.
– Meal times not indicated in the itinerary.
– Tickets to national parks or tourist attractions not included in the itinerary
– Transport costs not specified.
