Your luxury family vacation in Costa Rica begins at Finca Rosa Blanca, an unforgettable eco-luxury retreat in the coffee-covered hills of the Central Valley. It’s the perfect place to start your journey surrounded by comfort, culture, and connection.

Then, head to the Arenal Volcano region, where adventure meets natural beauty. Cross hanging bridges, chase waterfalls, and enjoy a canopy tour above the rainforest. Afterward, visit Doña Mara to experience Costa Rican traditions. Your stay at Arenal Kioro includes a complimentary night, adding even more value to your adventure.

Next, glide across the Gulf of Nicoya to Isla Chiquita. Here, glamping becomes magical. Sleep under the stars in safari-style tents and explore the tide pools. Later, take a bioluminescent boat tour your kids will remember for years.

Finally, relax in Las Catalinas, a family paradise with car-free streets and calm waters. Spend your days paddle boarding, snorkeling, or simply enjoying the sun. It’s the perfect ending to your time in Costa Rica.

Whether it’s your first trip or a reunion with all generations, this luxury package blends luxury, adventure, and connection for memories that last.

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Trip Code: FMCR9-2497

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This isn’t just a vacation—it’s a journey your family will remember forever.

Your Costa Rica family vacation starts in San José and takes you across the country—from the Caribbean to the Pacific. This isn’t just a getaway; it’s a journey your family will remember forever.

On this 12-day adventure, you’ll discover waterfalls, volcanoes, cloud forests, and beaches, all carefully chosen for travelers of every age.

First, explore the vibrant capital of San José to enjoy a taste of Costa Rican culture. Then, head to the charming village of Tortuguero on the Caribbean coast. There, you’ll cruise jungle-lined canals, watch for monkeys, toucans, and crocodiles, and stroll through a colorful town known for sea turtle conservation.

Next, journey to Arenal, home to the country’s legendary volcano. Here, your family can go whitewater rafting, hike hanging bridges, relax in natural hot springs, or spot sloths in the rainforest. You’ll also learn how chocolate is made—from bean to bar.

Afterward, continue to Monteverde. Trade volcanoes for misty mountains and fresh air. Fly through the treetops on a thrilling zipline or walk the cloud forest trails with a local naturalist guide.

Finally, end your  Costa Rica family vacation on the Pacific coast at Manuel Antonio. Sail on a catamaran to spot dolphins and snorkel in calm waters. To finish, enjoy a guided hike through Manuel Antonio National Park or paddle through the mangroves of Damas Island.

This Costa Rica coast-to-coast itinerary blends wildlife, adventure, and connection—crafted to fit every member of your family.

Trip Code: FMCR11-2465

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Wake up in the clouds and fall asleep to the sounds of the jungle. This is the Costa Rica family adventure your family will always remember.

During seven exciting days, you’ll travel from the misty highlands of San Gerardo de Dota to the sunny beaches of Manuel Antonio. Along the way, you’ll explore hidden waterfalls, meet friendly locals, and experience the wild beauty that makes Costa Rica so special.

First, begin your journey in San Gerardo, a peaceful cloud-forest valley full of bird songs and cool mountain air. During the Quetzal Tour, follow your guide along forest trails and search for the brilliant Resplendent Quetzal. Meanwhile, kids love spotting its long green feathers shimmering through the trees.

Afterward, the adventure grows even more exciting with the Diamante One Day Experience. Here, you’ll hike through dense jungle, listen to the rush of water, and rappel down a towering waterfall surrounded by tropical beauty. It’s a safe, thrilling challenge that families of all ages can enjoy together.

Next, make your way to Manuel Antonio, where nature meets adventure at every turn. You can choose between several fun activities: a National Park Hike to spot sloths and monkeys, an adrenaline-filled Canopy Zipline, or a calm Damas Island Kayak or Boat Tour through mangrove tunnels. Each experience, in its own way, connects your family with nature.

Then, as your journey nears its end, celebrate with a Catamaran and Snorkeling Tour. Swim in clear turquoise water, watch dolphins jump beside the boat, and enjoy the warm sunset over the Pacific Ocean. In the end, it’s the perfect finale to your Costa Rica family adventure.

Finally, unwind in comfort at Lauráceas Lodge and Jungle Vista Boutique Hotel. Both combine cozy design with family-friendly service and breathtaking views. Moreover, with our seasonal promo, you’ll receive a free night in Manuel Antonio—an extra reason to smile before heading home.

Because every family deserves a trip that feels joyful, safe, and full of connection. This isn’t just a vacation—it’s a story your family will treasure forever.

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Trip Code: FMCR8-2471

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Join an unforgettable Costa Rica family tours through nature, wildlife, and connection.

This 9-day journey is one of the most complete for families, combining rainforest adventure, ocean fun, and hands-on wildlife experiences.

Start in San José, then travel to Tortuguero, where life follows the rhythm of the jungle. Cruise its canals to spot monkeys, toucans, caimans, and—if you’re lucky—sea turtles.

Next, head to Arenal, home to waterfalls and hanging bridges. Visit the ASIS Wildlife Rescue Center, where your family connects with rescued animals and learns about conservation.

Finally, move to Manuel Antonio on the Pacific Coast. Explore the famous national park, filled with sloths, monkeys, and tropical beaches. End your trip with a Catamaran Sailing and Snorkeling Tour, watching dolphins and soaking in a stunning sunset.

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Trip Code: FMCR8-2440 

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Surrounded by rainforest and lush vegetation, La Hacienda Orosi has been blessed by mother earth with nascent hypothermal mineral water. These rich springs of mineral hypothermal “telluric” waters (non-magmatic or volcanic ), are filtered between the layers of the earth and spring in the middle of the rainforest at more than 65 degrees Celsius. The minerals, salts, and ions that compose this water enrich the skin tissues, stimulate the senses.

Hacienda Orosi is a mystical land where the positive energy is perceived as you walk, tranquility as you breathe, and peace as you enjoy this place.

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After the coffee tour, we’ll continue on to Poas Volcano National Park. There, we’ll have time to admire the impressive main crater with its sulfur fumaroles and hike a trail to the stunning Botos Lagoon while learning about the park’s various ecosystems.

Walking trails will lead us through the lush tropical rainforest at La Paz Waterfall Gardens. We will appreciate the beautiful waterfalls, white-flowing rivers, birds, butterflies, monkeys, and hummingbirds here. Nature enthusiasts of all ages are sure to enjoy this tour.

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Your full day tour begins the moment your family is picked up from your hotel. Get ready for a full day of river and jungle exploration. Your family rafting tour will take you on a 32-kilometer journey, float between lush jungle mountains, through breathtaking canyons, past an indigenous reserve, alongside waterfalls and over 52 rapids. Once your family arrives at the operation centre, you’ll be treated to breakfast and prepare for a day on the river. Guides will provide family members will all equipment needed as well as give safety demonstrations and go over important river rafting commands.

Once on the river, its only team work and fun that will get your raft to the end, enjoy the fresh river water as it splashes in and out of the raft, smile to the rafting paparazzi as they capture your most photo worthy reactions hitting the rapids and celebrating as your family splashes through class III and IV rapids. Take in the views as your raft floats past cascading waterfalls, watch birds flying overhead, open your eyes to the immense lush jungle and breathe in the purest mountain air!

A buffet lunch will be prepared by your rafting guides featuring a smorgasbord of tortilla wraps, meats, vegetables, cheese, chips, salsa, re-fried beans, and mixed nuts. Natural fruit juice is also served. After lunch, it’s time to continue down the river where you’ll arrive at one the rivers most beautiful canyons. Jump out of the raft and into the calm river as you take a swim in one of Costa Ricas most pristine rivers.

The end of your Pacuare River rafting journey return back to the operation center. Showers, change rooms, and bathrooms are on-site so you can swap your wet clothes for dry ones. Transportation will return your family to your hotel after a thrilling day of adventuring.

What families love about this tour! Families with teens love this full day action packed expedition. The scenery is breath taking as your family floats down the Pacuare River, a place where rapids never disappoint and the lush jungle always surprises you with the most magical sights along the river banks!

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After Poás Volcano you will continue to visit the Doka Coffee Estate. Then we will be treated to a coffee tour in an actual coffee plantation where we will learn the ancient techniques used by the experts to produce some of the best coffee in Costa Rica and around the world. The careful process involved in the cultivation, harvesting, and roasting of the Golden Bean will then be illustrated, very hands-on, and then we will savor the delectable end product.

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