From ziplining through the forest canopy to snorkelling in the ocean, each day will be as memorable as the last on this incredible family holiday to Costa Rica. Travelling from coast to coast, explore many of the country’s natural wonders and exhilarating jungle landscapes.
- Visit plunging waterfalls
- See sloths hanging in the trees
- Swim in both the Caribbean Sea & Pacific Ocean
- Zipline through the cloud forest
- Ride a horse through sugarcane plantations
- Navigate jungle waterways searching for crocodiles
Visit the bright blue pool of Rio Celeste, bathe in mineral-rich hot springs, learn about some of the fascinating wildlife such as the three-toed sloth and resplendent quetzal, navigate jungle waterways on a mangroves boat tour in search of crocodiles and zipline through the cloud forest. These are just some of the highlights on offer in this ultimate adventure holiday to Costa Rica.
This 3-week trip will give your family the opportunity to experience many incredible activities that Costa Rica has to offer and create lasting memories to talk about for years to come. Tailor-made to suit you and your family, let us know what excites you, and we can help plan the perfect family holiday to Costa Rica. Talk to a travel consultant today.
Typical Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrive Costa Rica
Take a daytime flight to Liberia, in the Guanacaste province of Costa Rica and transfer to your accommodation in Rincon de la Vieja. -
Day 2: Rincon de la Vieja
Take a guided tour of Rincon de la Vieja National Park and Volcano. In the afternoon, you can choose from an optional visit to Río Negro hot springs to bathe in the thermal, mineral-rich waters or take an easy walking trail to Las Chorreras waterfall. -
Day 3: Tenorio Volcano National Park
Today, take a guided hike through the forest to reach the famous Celeste River, where you're met by the incredible sky-blue colour of the basin of the plunging Rio Celeste Waterfall. Continue onwards to Volcán Arenal National Park. -
Day 4: Sloth Rescue Centre
Take an educational tour to learn about these fascinating, tree-dwelling mammals at a sloth rescue and rehabilitation centre. In the afternoon, you may choose to visit Eco Termales Hot Springs to relax and listen to the sounds of the rainforest surrounding you whilst you experience a natural hydro-massage in the nourishing waters. -
Day 5: La Fortuna Waterfall
After a short hike to the La Fortuna Waterfall, take a refreshing dip in the pool below. -
Day 6: Travel to Tortuguero National Park
Journey through banana plantations before boarding a boat that takes you through rainforest waterways where you see wildlife such as monkeys, crocodiles and turtles. Visit a small village that has strong Afro-Caribbean roots and discover the charm of this simple, charming village. -
Day 7: Tortuguero National Park
Explore this remote national park on the Caribbean coast and search for the three-toed sloth, jaguar, spider monkey, howler monkey and capuchin monkey in addition to hundreds of birds, reptiles and insects. -
Day 8: Journey to Puerto Viejo de Limón
Enjoy the boat ride through the canals of Tortuguero back to Guápiles, before your onward road journey to the charming laid-back beach town on the Caribbean coast. -
Day 9: Day at leisure or choose from several optional activities
Spend the day enjoying the sunshine and waters of the Caribbean Sea or go kayaking, surfing, snorkelling or on a guided hike through Cahuita National Park. -
Day 10: Travel inland to Turrialba
After breakfast, travel inland to your next stop where you can choose to relax by the hotel pool, take a nature trail or go horseback riding through sugarcane and coffee plantations. -
Day 11: Turrialba
Explore the area on your own, or choose an adrenaline-fuelled activity, such as white-water rafting on the Pejibaye River. -
Day 12: Horse riding in Atirro area
Take in the Turrialba Valley with the volcano as your backdrop, as you ride your horses through sugarcane and coffee plantations. Then travel to your next stop, San Gerado de Dota. -
Day 13: San Gerardo de Dota
Head out on search for the mythical and resplendent quetzal on your own or with an expert guide before continuing your journey to the Pacific Coast. -
Day 14: Whale & dolphin boat tour in Marino Ballena National Park
Choose to explore the national park by land or water and if you visit during the summer, search for majestic humpback whales on a boat trip. -
Day 15: Puerto Jiménez & Sierpe Mangroves boat tour
Head south to the Oso Peninsula, and on route, navigate the jungle waterways of the Sierpe Mangroves in search of wildlife. -
Day 16: Corcovado National Park
A visit to this region of Costa Rica would not be complete without exploring Corcovado National Park to admire the pristine forest and dense flora and fauna of this world-famous national park. Search for the largest land mammal in Central America, the Baird’s tapir, and many other species of wildlife. -
Day 17: Finca 6 Museum & Manuel Antonio National Park
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage and archaeological site to see two pre-Columbian spheres before journeying further on the coastal highway to Manuel Antonio. -
Day 18: Day at leisure or explore the local area
There are many trips you can choose to explore the local area, such as fishing, canopy tours and nocturnal wildlife tours, or spend some time relaxing around the hotel pool and go snorkelling from the beach. -
Day 19: Crocodile safari on the Tárcoles River
Travel up the central pacific coastal road, stopping to join a river boat safari in search of crocodiles through the dense channels of the Guacalillo mangrove swamp. Continue north to the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve.
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Day 20: Monteverde Cloud Forest
Where the weather systems from both the Caribbean and Pacific Oceans meet, this cloudforest ecosystem creates a rich biodiversity. Here, you can choose from many exciting activities including ziplining, an aerial tram ride or a guided expedition on the hanging bridges. -
Day 21: Depart Costa Rica
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Day 22: Arrive UK
Duration and Guide Prices
- Age Guide: 10+
- Itinerary Type: Tailor-made Holiday
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Our tailor-made trip ideas can be adapted to suit your requirements. Contact our experts for a personalised itinerary.
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Dates & Prices
Our trip ideas are flexible and can be offered during the date ranges below, on a date of your choice. To book, make a no obligation booking request with your preferred departure date or enquire to find out more.
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| Year | From | To | Duration | Adult price, excluding flights, from | Child price, excluding flights, from | Duration | Adult price, including flights, from | Child price, including flights, from | Options |
| 2026 | 1 Jul | 31 Aug | 21 days | £4,275 | £1,175 | 22 days | £5,695 | £2,375 | Book or Enquire |
| 2027 | 1 Mar | 30 Apr | 21 days | £4,595 | £1,295 | 22 days | £5,995 | £2,495 | Book or Enquire |
| 2027 | 1 Jul | 31 Aug | 21 days | £4,595 | £1,295 | 22 days | £5,995 | £2,495 | Book or Enquire |
For alternative dates, please contact us. We may be in the process of finalising further departures and are often able to tailor a holiday for you according to your own requirements.
Kindly note that we prepare our prices several months ahead of travel dates, and our flight-inclusive prices are provided as a general indication, based upon flight costs at the time of publication. Your quotation may vary, based upon the prices of flights (and the availability) at the time of your enquiry.
