Costa Rica Jungles & Volcanoes Family Multi-Adventure Tour
From $4,399 - $4,799 /person
+$400 internal air
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-2
Casual & Premiere Hotels
Costa Rica Jungles & Volcanoes Family Multi-Adventure Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-2
Casual & Premiere Hotels
2024: Dec
From Highland Rain Forest to the Pacific Coast
Come play with us in Costa Rica! On this action-packed family journey, experience many of this nation's precious ecosystems firsthand. Marvel at a unique volcano. Dip into jungle hot springs. Bask on sandy beaches. Encounter wildlife at every turn and enjoy a rich array of activities, from rafting to hiking and zip-lining.
Highlights
- Take to the white-water rapids of the thrilling Río Tenorio, a roller-coaster introduction tour to the region's magnificent flora and fauna
- Hike with your family in Rio Celeste National Park and enjoy views of its brilliant sky-blue river
- A bike ride around peaceful Lake Arenal is best followed by a soak in our hotel's natural thermal pools surrounded by jungle
- Learn the secrets to perfecting delicious Costa Rican cuisine in an exclusive hands-on cooking class
Start/End Liberia
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-2
Discover the volcanic wonders of Costa Rica's Guanacaste province with your family • Make a splash in white-water rafts on a thrilling Class III–IV trip down the Río Tenorio • Visit Rio Celeste National Park and marvel at the naturally sky-blue river • Feel as though you have the forest all to yourself at our chic jungle oasis.
Nights 1-2
Nestled near the banks of the milky‐blue Río Celeste, this secluded resort features chic casitas and a stylish lounge. (pool, spa)
Day 3
Bike a picturesque route around Lake Arenal's lush northeasten shore • From palms and ferns to jungle critters and toucans, this ride has no shortage of incredible flora and fauna • Clouds permitting, admire Arenal Volcano's iconic peak as you ride • Hike on a series of hanging bridges through the forest canopy and get a bird's-eye view of the rain forest • Escape in our hotel's inviting geothermal pools.
Night 3
Take in majestic views of Arenal Volcano while soaking in your suite's private whirlpool. (pool, spa)
Days 4-6
Walk through the lush habitat of toucans and lizards on a hike at the base of Arenal Volcano • Master local specialties like ceviche and patacones in a hands-on cooking class • A private charter flight brings us to the beautiful beaches of the Pacific coast • Take in sunset views and a beachfront meal of Latin-fusion delicacies • Zip-line over the jungle canopy • Visit an animal sanctuary and learn about sloths, monkey, birds and more, as well as the center's rescue efforts • Optional on-your-own activities abound! Soak up some sun, learn how to surf, grab a kayak or paddleboard or simply dip into the Pacific • Rejuvenate with a yoga class or a morning stroll down to the sea.
Nights 4-5
A hip boutique hotel set beside mangrove forests on the chocolate-sand shores of Playa Panamá. (pool, spa)
What's Included
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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.
Costa Rica is world-renowned for numerous ecoadventures; however, due to the tropical climate and under-developed infrastructure, 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 zip-lining and 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.
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.
During the trip there's time for you to enjoy some of Costa Rica's favorite activities, such as zip-lining, horseback riding and surfing. 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.
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.
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 8-14 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.
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
Casual Plus Hotel
Nestled near the banks of the milky‐blue Río Celeste, this secluded resort features chic casitas and a stylish lounge. (pool, spa)
Night 3
Casual Hotel
Take in majestic views of Arenal Volcano while soaking in your suite's private whirlpool. (pool, spa)
Nights 4-5
*Premiere Hotel
A hip boutique hotel set beside mangrove forests on the chocolate-sand shores of Playa Panamá. (pool, spa)
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
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
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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