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Best of Costa Rica Family Holiday (14 destinations)

14 days

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Start and end in San Jose

4.5 (12,144 reviews)

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Platinum Operator: Intrepid Travel
Nature & Wildlife: Explore untamed landscapes teeming with wildlife
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Partially Guided: Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 12 - 16
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
San Jose
San Jose
Optional Activities
- Spirogyra Butterfly Garden visit
- Optional group dinner with other families
Landmarks
Spirogyra Butterfly Garden
Day 2
San Jose to Tortuguero
San Jose to Tortuguero
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Private vehicle transfer to La Pavona
- Boat journey to Tortuguero
Landmarks
La Pavona Port
Tortuguero
Day 3
Tortuguero
Tortuguero
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Tortuguero National Park entrance
- Boat tour of the canals
Optional Activities
- Walking trails in the park
- Turtle-watching night tour (USD45, supports poacher patrol program)
Landmarks
Tortuguero National Park
Day 4
Tortuguero to Sarapiqui
Tortuguero to Sarapiqui
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Rainforest walk with leader to observe nocturnal creatures
Landmarks
Sarapiqui
Day 5
Sarapiqui
Sarapiqui
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- River float tour (USD78)
- White Water Rafting Class II-III (USD95)
- Kayaking excursion
Landmarks
Sarapiqui
Day 6
Sarapiqui to La Fortuna
Sarapiqui to La Fortuna
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional Costa Rican cooking experience at a local rural community farm), Dinner
Included Activities
- Traditional tortilla making and lunch at a local rural community farm
Optional Activities
- Pura Vida Hot Springs entrance (USD28)
- La Fortuna Waterfall entrance (USD25)
- Arenal 1968 Volcano View and Lava Trails entrance (USD25)
Landmarks
Arenal Volcano
La Fortuna
Day 7
La Fortuna
La Fortuna
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- La Fortuna Waterfall visit (USD25)
- Arenal 1968 trail and lava trails hike (USD25)
- Swimming at waterfall base
Landmarks
La Fortuna Waterfall
Chato Volcano
Arenal 1968 Trail
Day 8
La Fortuna to Monteverde
La Fortuna to Monteverde
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks
Lake Arenal
Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve
Day 9
Monteverde
Monteverde
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Sky Walk canopy walk with suspended bridges
Optional Activities
- Orchid farm visit
- Sky Tram & Zipline (USD101)
- Children's Eternal Rain Forest Night Wildlife Walk (USD43)
- Coffee & Chocolate Tour (USD47)
- Dusk forest hike for nocturnal wildlife viewing (weather permitting)
Landmarks
Monteverde Cloud Forest Canopy Walk
Day 10
Monteverde to Dominical
Monteverde to Dominical
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Homecooked lunch at a local family home with three generations of Costa Ricans), Dinner
Included Activities
- Stop at local family home for authentic Costa Rican food preparation demonstration and lunch
Landmarks
Dominical
Day 11
Dominical - Marino Ballena National Park
Dominical - Marino Ballena National Park
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Marino Ballena National Park entrance
- Coral restoration workshop with local non-profit organization
Optional Activities
- Nauyaca Waterfalls hike (USD60)
- Beach relaxation
- National park hiking trails
Landmarks
Marino Ballena National Park
Nauyaca Waterfalls
Day 12
Dominical
Dominical
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Surfing
- Hiking trails
- Beach activities
Landmarks
Dominical
Baru River
Day 13
Dominical to Manuel Antonio National Park to San Jose
Dominical to Manuel Antonio National Park to San Jose
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Homecooked lunch), Dinner
Included Activities
- Manuel Antonio National Park entrance
- Guided walk with Naturalist guide through national park trails
Optional Activities
- Final group dinner with other families
Landmarks
Manuel Antonio National Park
Day 14
San Jose
San Jose
Meals
Breakfast
Landmarks
San Jose

Landmarks
Spirogyra Butterfly Garden

Landmarks
La Pavona Port
Tortuguero

Landmarks
Tortuguero National Park

Landmarks
Sarapiqui

Landmarks
Sarapiqui

Landmarks
Arenal Volcano
La Fortuna

Landmarks
La Fortuna Waterfall
Chato Volcano
Arenal 1968 Trail

Landmarks
Lake Arenal
Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve

Landmarks
Monteverde Cloud Forest Canopy Walk

Landmarks
Dominical

Landmarks
Marino Ballena National Park
Nauyaca Waterfalls

Landmarks
Dominical
Baru River

Landmarks
Manuel Antonio National Park

Landmarks
San Jose

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Shien4.0•July 2026
I had an incredible experience on this Central America tour! The itinerary was thoughtfully planned, offering a...
I had an incredible experience on this Central America tour! The itinerary was thoughtfully planned, offering a wonderful mix of culture, history, nature, and adventure. Every destination had something unique to offer, and I came away with a much deeper appreciation for the region and its people. Our guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about sharing the history, culture, and local traditions of each place we visited. The accommodations were comfortable, transportation was well organized, and everything ran smoothly throughout the journey. One thing I especially appreciated was the tour company’s commitment to supporting local communities. Visiting Smile Café in Nicaragua was a meaningful highlight, and I admire that the company includes and supports nonprofit initiatives like this, allowing travelers to contribute to positive social impact while experiencing the country in a more authentic way. Overall, this tour exceeded my expectations and created unforgettable memories. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to explore the beauty, diversity, and rich culture of Central America.Show more
Helen4.0•April 2026
My Central American trip was so good. Freddy, our guide was second to none. His patience, knowledge and humour...
My Central American trip was so good. Freddy, our guide was second to none. His patience, knowledge and humour showed no bounds. Thank you Freddy. The trip was full on and travelling could be tiring but understandable as we were seeing 5 countries in such a short space of time. The majority of accommodations were pretty good. My main disappointment was not having more time in Guatemala at the beginning of the trip. I arrived a day early but it was late. The next day the group didn't meet until 6pm and then we were away to Honduras really early the next morning. I would highly recommend this trip.Show more
Francine5.0•September 2026
Eva our tour guide was wonderful and very knowledgeable. This tour was excellent, the activities were are very...
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Best of Costa Rica Family Holiday (14 destinations)

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