Winter Sun Family Adventure

15 days

Indicative cost incl. flights:

A typical 3* holiday costs from £4,995 per person

(Based on a family of four travelling in two rooms over January through April 2025.  Note: 4 / 5* hotels can be substantially more expensive.)

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Day 1
Fly to San Jose today. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to your mountainous hotel in the central valley.
Day 2
Travel to Boca Tapada, which is far from the beaten tourist path. This is an area that true eco-travellers embrace for its natural beauty and tranquility.
Day 3
A recommended wildlife adventure for today is to take a boat trip downstream on the San Carlos River in search of crocodiles, tortoise, bats, herons, kingfishers, king vultures, and much more!
Day 4
Spend time in nature. In addition to the 500 or so species of birds here, encountering a roving band of coatimundis might make your day too!
Day 5
Transfer to the Arenal region to visit due to the impressive spectacle of its imposing peak when the weather is clear, and also for the wealth of activities on offer in the surrounding area.
Day 6
Arenal Volcano's forest is home to many sloths, which you will go out looking for together with your guide, who knows their favourite spots to relax. On the way you may also get a chance to see monkeys, leaf cutter ants and poison dart frogs.
Day 7
A visit into the Arenal Volcano national park to work amongst the lava with time to relax in nearby hot springs.
Day 8
Take a scenic kayaking excursion today on Lake Arenal, one of the largest lakes in Latin America. This activity is suitable for complete beginners so take it easy and enjoy the views of the surrounding forests.
Day 9
Today take the scenic transfer from Arenal to the Monteverde Cloud Forest. This evening you will be collected for your night tour in the Monteverde reserve, to look for the creatures of the cloud forest after dark.
Day 10
Visit a superb cloud forest adventure centre where you can explore canopy walkways suspended in the tree tops and try some further zip lining - take a leap of faith on the tarzan swing if you are feeling brave!
Day 11
Travel south to Manuel Antonio and visit some crocodiles en route to complete your holiday with a few days of relaxation on the beach.
Day 12
Relaxing at your hotel on the beach.
Day 13
If you find yourself getting restless you could organise activities such as horse riding or a visit to one of the nearby national parks.
Day 14
Your final day on the coast, take in the magnificent sunset
Day 15
Transfer to the international airport today for your flight back to the UK.

Everything we do is tailor-made; our itineraries are just suggestions to give you an idea of what is possible. Please contact us so we can tailor the perfect holiday exclusively for you.

Getting away from the cold in the winter months is a must, and this amazing family adventure will offer you the best wildlife viewing at the best time to be in Costa Rica. Your family journey through Costa Rica takes in some of the country’s greatest and some lesser-known regions. Begin in Naranjo, high in the foothills of the capital, for a quick overnight, then head off to Boca Tapada for an up-close wildlife adventure staying in a treehouse! Travel onwards to Arenal to experience some of the country’s most famous volcanoes and wildlife. This region is also the adventure capital of Costa Rica, so you can get your fix of whitewater rafting, hiking, and biking! Next, head to Monteverde Cloud Forest. Keep a lookout for the incredible array of tropical birds that are only found in this region as you fly across the treetops on one of the best zipline circuits in Costa Rica. A must here is to see the wonders of the Cloud Forest by night on a nocturnal forest visit. The perfect way to end your adventure is with some relaxing days on the beach. You can completely unwind before you head home, however, this area has a choice of many water sport activities within easy reach should you find yourselves getting restless; you can snorkel, surf, and horse ride in the waves! But do not miss the amazing sunsets.

1 nights Naranjo – 3 nights Boca Tapada – 4 nights Arenal – 2 nights Monteverde – 4 nights Northern Pacific Coast Beach Time


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