Costa Rica Family Nature Tour - Latin America Travel Company

Family Nature Tour

A truly memorable family holiday showcasing Costa Rica’s magnificent nature and wildlife with a wide variety of gentle outdoor and nature orientated activities and superb family friendly accommodation.

Places you visit: Central Valley – Sarapiqui – Arenal – Monteverde – Manuel Antonio

“They were excellent.. Made our trip so effortless and we had wonderful guides, good quality transportation and hotels. Would definitely recommend them to everyone.”

Th Lim, April 2019.

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Speak to someone who has been to Costa Rica on +44 208 191 7772 or send an enquiry.

Tour Itinerary

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Day 1: Meet & greet on arrival & transfer to your hotel

botanical gardens at hotel bougainvillea costa rica

You will be met on arrival by your friendly, English speaking driver who will welcome you to Costa Rica and take you directly to your hotel a short drive from the airport. Afternoon at leisure to relax and explore the beautiful botanical gardens at your hotel or take a dip in the pool.

Meals Included: None today

Suggested Accommodation: Hotel Bougainvillea

Day 2: Journey to an Eco lodge & night hike in the rainforest

frog seen on a night hike at selva verde lodge

Journey to the northern lowlands and check in to your rainforest eco lodge. This evening enjoy a fascinating night walk through the private reserve looking for nocturnal wildlife such as frogs, snakes, bats and spiders!

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Suggested Accommodation: Selva Verde Lodge

Day 3: A floating safari on the Sarapiqui river!

Take to the river by raft with this gentle excursion designed for younger children to enjoy. The lower section of the Sarapiquí River offers a unique opportunity for wildlife observation including birds, iguanas, monkeys, butterflies, crocodiles and sloths.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Suggested Accommodation: Selva Verde Lodge

Day 4: Journey to the Arenal Volcano & soak in the hot springs

the tabacon hot springs in arenal costa rica

After breakfast you take a private transfer to your hotel with a view of Arenal Volcano. Spend the afternoon exploring the trails in the national park before ending up in the spectacular Tabacon hot springs – the most beautiful hot springs in Arenal!

Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner

Suggested Accommodation: Casa Luna

Day 5: Hanging bridges, nocturnal frog sanctuary & a traditional dinner

Today you will explore a network of 16 suspension bridges hung across the top of the rainforest canopy! In the evening you will be picked up and taken on a nocturnal rainforest walk visiting a frog sanctuary and enjoying a delicious traditional dinner cooked over an open fire.

Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner

Suggested Accommodation: Casa Luna

Day 6: Swim under a pristine waterfall

Today you will be taken by a guide on a short trail past cattle farms and peaceful rural landscapes until you reach the stunning La Fortuna waterfall. Take a refreshing dip in the emerald green water and enjoy the tranquil surroundings.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Suggested Accommodation: Casa Luna

Day 7: Cross Arenal lake to the Monteverde Cloud Forest

aerial view of the belmar hotel costa rica

Take a spectacular journey across Arenal lake by boat with incredible views of the volcano and surrounding landscapes. Many migratory birds can be seen along the way. Once on the other side you will be taken by road up into the cloud forest at Monteverde.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Suggested Accommodation: Hotel Belmar

Day 8: Suspension bridges, hummingbird & butterfly gardens

Enjoy a leisurely guided walk through the cloud forest via a network of hanging suspension bridges. After this visit a hummingbird garden where you can observe up to 14 different species. End the tour by visiting the butterfly garden where up to 50 different species of colourful butterflies can be spotted.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Suggested Accommodation: Hotel Belmar

Day 9: The cloud forest to the beach

pool with a view parador hotel manuel antonio

After breakfast you will travel to the coast by private transfer in one of our air conditioned vehicles, some of which have wi-fi on board. The drive takes between 3 and 4 hours. After check in spend the afternoon relaxing by the pool and admiring the views!

Meals Included: Breakfast

Suggested Accommodation: Parador

Day 10: Manuel Antonio National Park

manuel antonio national park beach costa rica

With thick jungle emerging onto white sand beaches, Manuel Antonio national park is a picture perfect tropical paradise! Enjoy a guided tour and then plenty of time to relax on the pristine beaches. Don’t forget your swimming costume!

Meals Included: Breakfast

Suggested Accommodation: Parador

Day 11: Tour of a local wildlife sanctuary

baby sloths kids saving the rainforest sanctuary manuel antonio

Take a tour of a local wildlife sanctuary which specialises in the rescue and rehabilitation of animals with the aim of re-introducing them to the wild. During the tour you will see five types of monkeys including tamarins and marmosets. You will also see kinkajous, parrots and everyone’s favourite – sloths!

Meals Included: Breakfast

Suggested Accommodation: Parador

Days 12 – 14: Days at leisure

End your trip relaxing by the hotel pool, taking a trip to the beach, or indulging in a spa treatment. For the more active traveler kayaking excursions, catamaran tours, horse riding and river rafting are all available. Get in touch to start planning your perfect trip!

Meals Included: Breakfast

Suggested Accommodation: Parador

Day 15: Departure or extend your trip!

Private transfer to the airport for departure or extend your trip! Our experts have all been to Costa Rica several times and can advise you on possible extensions. Give us a call today on 0208 191 7772 to start planning your trip.

Meals Included: Breakfast