Costa Rica Rain Forest & Pacific Family Multi-Adventure Tour

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Older Teens & 20s Best for ages 17-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Teens & Kids Best for ages 9-17 (min. age 4)

Best for ages 9+ (Ages 4+ ok) | Min. age to ride own bike: 9+

From $3,799 - $4,349 /person

+$400 -$700   internal air

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 1-2

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Casual & Casual Plus Hotels

Premiere Hotels - From lavish luxury to on-trend boutique, offering experiences as unique as the regions we explore.

Casual Plus Hotels - A step above Casual but not quite Premiere.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

Costa Rica Rain Forest & Pacific Family Multi-Adventure Tour

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Older Teens & 20s Best for ages 17-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Teens & Kids Best for ages 9-17 (min. age 4)

Best for ages 9+ (Ages 4+ ok) | Min. age to ride own bike: 9+

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 1-2

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Casual & Casual Plus Hotels

Premiere Hotels - From lavish luxury to on-trend boutique, offering experiences as unique as the regions we explore.

Casual Plus Hotels - A step above Casual but not quite Premiere.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2024: Apr, Dec 2025: Feb-Apr, Nov-Dec 2026: Feb-Apr

From $3,799 - $4,349 /person

( +$400 -$700  internal air )

Arenal Volcano to Manuel Antonio National Park

Around a volcano. Through the rain forest. Under lush canopies and across sandy beaches. Seeing the world from the perspective of a spider monkey or spiny-tailed iguana. Up, down, over and around—by raft, bike, zip line and your own two feet. On this family trip, it's Costa Rica from every angle.

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Walk/Hike
Bike
Raft
Surf
Horseback

Highlights

  • Hike and bike, then soak in restorative geothermal hot springs at the base of majestic Arenal Volcano
  • Experience a thrilling white-water rafting adventure on the pristine Savegre River's Class II-III rapids
  • Discover Manuel Antonio National Park's wealth of wildlife—monkeys, lizards, sloths, toucans and more
  • Surf beginner's waves with a local expert or lounge on a secluded beach while kids explore on horseback
Costa Rica Rain Forest & Pacific Family Multi-Adventure Tour map

Costa Rica

Start/End San José

Airports & Travel details*

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Itinerary

Days 1-2

Description

Adults join a naturalist on a trek across a lava field at the base of Arenal Volcano while kids hit a family-run farm for an interactive visit • Soak in geothermal hot springs nestled within a tropical forest •​​ Ride around Lake Arenal, keeping an eye out for furry local critters like coati • Not a biker? Dip into a chocolate tour and coffee tasting on an organic farm instead • Enjoy scenic views while on a boat cruise across the lake • Optional on-your-own activities abound—fly through the treetops on a zip line, indulge in a massage or simply relax by the pool.

Accommodations
Arenal Kioro

(2 nights)

Nights 1-2

Arenal Kioro
La Fortuna
Casual Hotel

Take in majestic views of Arenal Volcano while soaking in your suite's private whirlpool. (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Day 3

Description

Venture through the lush habitat of sloths, monkeys, toucans and lizards • Hike to the base of La Fortuna waterfall and jump in for a refreshing dip • Our private charter plane whisks us to Quepos, a beachside town on the central Pacific coast • Sit down to a home-cooked casado (traditional local meal) with a Costa Rican family • Hike through the pristine Savegre Valley • Kick back at our secluded lodge on your private deck or zoom down the 100-foot-long waterslide • Learn how to cook a typical Costa Rican meal featuring classics like patacones, frijoles and homemade tortillas • Young explorers (and the young at heart!) have a chance to venture into the jungle by night and catch a glimpse of elusive nocturnal creatures on a guided walk.

Accommodations

Night 3

Rafiki Safari Lodge
Savegre
Casual Hotel

African-style luxury safari tents offer the ideal setting for enjoying the sights and sounds of the jungle. (pool)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Days 4-6

Description

Make a splash on a thrilling white-water rafting excursion on Río Savegre • In Manuel Antonio National Park, look for white-faced monkeys, sloths and prehistoric-looking iguanas • Embrace the local rhythm with a beachfront dance class • Enjoy a hike through the rain forest, take an optional surf lesson or watch the waves of the Pacific roll in • Paint your own Boruca masks with an indigenous artist • Kids engage their inner vaqueros (cowboys) and explore the beach on horseback • Stretch out in a beachside yoga class before returning to San José.

Accommodations

Nights 4-5

Alma del Pacifico
Playa Esterillos Este
Casual Plus Hotel

Spacious private villas at this beachside resort feature large terraces and a mosaic-tiled shower that opens to your own garden. (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

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Straight Talk

We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.

Flights
On this trip we travel by air to reach the exclusive areas this destination has to offer. We will be flying by charter with Sansa Airlines aboard turbo-prop planes that seat 10-12 passengers. These flights occasionally experience delays or cancellations due to inclement weather. In the rare instance a flight is cancelled we are prepared to travel by land.
Easygoing Adventure

Due to the tropical climate and under-developed infrastructure in Costa Rica, road maintenance is a continual challenge and options for bike routes are limited. As a result, we've paired our core activities with ones that are suited to this destination, such as rafting. The level of these activities, combined with enough downtime to relax and take advantage of the hotels, will be the ideal way to experience la pura vida.​​

On-Your-Own Activities

During the trip there's time for you to enjoy some of Costa Rica's favorite activities, such as zip-lining, ATVing and waterfall rappelling. These activities are often a highlight for those who choose to do them, but due to liability issues and because they're not to everyone's liking they're not included in the cost of the trip and participation is at your own risk.

Shuttle Time
In order to bring you to diverse and unique regions, we spend more time shuttling on this trip than on many other Backroads trips. Our time in the shuttles will allow us to experience the incredible variety of ecosystems, scenery and activities that Costa Rica has to offer.
Peak Season
The holiday and spring break months are a great time to travel; however, with days off and the desire to escape for sunshine many others have the same idea. While we always aim to get off the beaten path, during certain times of the year crowds and delays are unavoidable.

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+$400 -$700   internal air

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Hotels

Adventure-Ready Hotels

Ideally located with ready access to trip activities, our Casual hotels are also known for their character and charm.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Nights 1-2

Arenal Kioro
La Fortuna

Casual Hotel

Take in majestic views of Arenal Volcano while soaking in your suite's private whirlpool. (pool, spa)

Night 3

Rafiki Safari Lodge
Savegre

Casual Hotel

African-style luxury safari tents offer the ideal setting for enjoying the sights and sounds of the jungle. (pool)

Nights 4-5

Alma del Pacifico
Playa Esterillos Este

Casual Plus Hotel

Spacious private villas at this beachside resort feature large terraces and a mosaic-tiled shower that opens to your own garden. (pool, spa)

From $3,799 - $4,349 /person

+$400 -$700   internal air

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Bikes

Ready to Ride

On this trip where Backroads custom titanium bikes are not available, we offer local bikes that are well suited for the terrain on our routes.

Backroads Touring Bike
Backroads Touring Bike

Included in your trip price

  • Suited for a wide range of cyclists
  • Comfortable ergonomic seat
  • Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
  • Upright handlebars only
Child's Bike
Kids' Bikes

Included in your trip price

  • Backroads is the only travel company to manufacture it's own line of kid's bikes.
  • Features smaller wheels -- the perfect choice for kids.
  • On our Family Trips, you'll find 20"" and 24"" bikes.
Burley Kazoo Trailer Bike
Backroads Trailer Bike

Included in your trip price

  • For children up to 85 pounds
  • Attaches to an adult bike with your child providing some of the pedal power for a real team effort!
  • Ideal for kids who aren't yet ready for bike touring.
  • Cannot be pulled by an e-bike.

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+$400 -$700   internal air

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