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Top Family Adventure Vacation in Costa Rica
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High Season
$1775per person
Green Season
$1,625per person
Destinations
San Jose, Arenal, Manuel Antonio
Your Costa Rica family adventure begins in the town of La Fortuna, at the base of the Arenal Volcano, where you'll stay at Los Lagos. This beautiful property, with its extensive gardens, spa, and hot springs, is an ideal starting point for your family's exploration. Here, you'll experience the thrill of whitewater rafting on class 3-4 rapids, a highlight of many Costa Rica family tours. The adventure continues with a hanging bridges tour and an aerial tramway ride, offering breathtaking views of the volcano, lake, and rainforest. The canopy zipline tour adds an exhilarating touch to your Costa Rica family adventure, while horseback riding to the La Fortuna Waterfall provides a more relaxed way to enjoy the area's natural beauty.
The next part of your Costa Rica family adventure takes you to Manuel Antonio, known for its stunning beaches and national park. Staying at Costa Verde, just a short distance from the beach, your family will enjoy the unique blend of beach relaxation and wildlife exploration that makes Costa Rica family tours so special. A guided hike in the Manuel Antonio National Park offers the chance to see sloths, iguanas, and various monkey species, making it a memorable part of your Costa Rica family adventure. Surf lessons on the beautiful Pacific beaches provide a fun and safe way for the whole family to learn a new skill, a popular activity on many Costa Rica family tours.
As your family vacation comes to an end, you'll have the opportunity to enjoy one last morning in the tropical sun before heading back to San Jose. This family vacation package is more than just a trip; it's a comprehensive Costa Rica family adventure that combines thrilling activities with the beauty and diversity of Costa Rica, making it the ideal choice for families looking for an extraordinary holiday experience.
Tropical Adventure Family Vacation
High Season
$2,100per person
Green Season
$1,975per person
Destinations
Savegre Rainforest, Manuel Antonio
Your Costa Rica family adventure begins at Rafiki Safari Lodge, nestled on 842 acres in the Savegre Rainforest. This unique destination offers tropical adventure glamping, allowing families to experience the jungle's wonders comfortably. Here, you'll embark on a whitewater rafting journey on the Savegre River, an experience that's both thrilling and scenic, making it a highlight of many Costa Rica family tours. The Aqua Hike adventure adds another dimension to your Costa Rica family adventure, combining nature exploration with cultural experiences, including a visit to a spice farm and a chance to savor homegrown food cooked on a wood-fired stove.
The next phase of your Costa Rica family adventure takes you to Manuel Antonio, where you'll stay at The Preserve At Los Altos. This luxurious resort offers spacious condos, perfect for family stays. Here, you'll enjoy a jet ski tour along the coast, providing an exhilarating way to explore the beautiful Pacific Ocean, a favorite activity on Costa Rica family tours. The days in Manuel Antonio offer a blend of relaxation and adventure, with opportunities to relax at the resort, play at the beach, or engage in various adventure tours in the area.
This Tropical Adventure Family Vacation is more than just a trip; it's a carefully curated Costa Rica family adventure that combines the excitement of the rainforest with the relaxation of the beach. It's an ideal choice for families looking for comprehensive Costa Rica family tours that offer a mix of adventure, nature, and luxury. From rafting in the rainforest to jet skiing in the ocean, this vacation provides a diverse range of activities that showcase the beauty and adventure of Costa Rica, making it a perfect getaway for families.
Active Family Package
High Season
$2,750per person
Green Season
$2,650per person
Destinations
Arenal, Monteverde, Manuel Antonio
Your Costa Rica family adventure begins in Arenal, where you'll stay at Los Lagos, a resort that perfectly captures the essence of the area with on-site hot springs and impressive views of the Arenal Volcano. Here, your family will embark on a canyoning adventure, rappelling down waterfalls for an adrenaline rush that's more effective than coffee! This is followed by an ATV tour to the La Fortuna Waterfall, where you'll maneuver through breathtaking landscapes, making it a highlight of many Costa Rica family tours.
Next, your Costa Rica family adventure takes you to Monteverde, staying at El Establo. Here, you'll experience the unique Monteverde Cloud Forest on a guided hike, learning about the region's diverse flora and fauna. A wildlife night hike adds an exciting twist to your Costa Rica family tour, offering a chance to see nocturnal animals in their natural habitat.
The final leg of your Costa Rica family adventure is in Manuel Antonio, where you'll stay at Si Como No. This stunning resort offers luxury condos, making it an ideal vacation spot for families. In Manuel Antonio, you'll enjoy surf lessons, teaching you and your family the basics of this fun sport in a smooth and safe way. A guided hike in the Manuel Antonio National Park, known for its wildlife and beautiful beaches, is another essential experience on Costa Rica family tours.
This Active Family Vacation is more than just a trip; it's a comprehensive Costa Rica family adventure that combines thrilling activities with the beauty and diversity of Costa Rica. From canyoning in Arenal to surfing in Manuel Antonio, this vacation provides a diverse range of activities that showcase the adventure and natural beauty of Costa Rica, making it a perfect getaway for families looking for an extraordinary holiday experience.
Costa Rica Luxury and Hot Springs
High Season
$3,500per person
Green Season
$3,000per person
Destinations
Arenal, Papagayo
Your Costa Rica family adventure begins in the town of La Fortuna, at the base of the Arenal Volcano, where you'll stay at the Tabacon Grand Spa. This luxury hotel and resort, featuring the heat of the volcano and the flowing waters of the hot springs, is an ideal starting point for your family's exploration. Here, you'll experience horseback riding to the La Fortuna Waterfall, a scenic and enjoyable activity that's a highlight of many Costa Rica family tours. The Wildlife Safari Float offers a peaceful and easy river trip, ideal for families and especially for photography enthusiasts, adding a unique touch to your Costa Rica family adventure.
The journey continues to Papagayo, where you'll stay at the Andaz Hyatt, a luxurious resort nestled in the beautiful blue waters of Culebra Bay. The Diamante Adventure Day is an unforgettable experience, with activities like horseback riding, ATV tours, an animal sanctuary, and the longest dual zip line in the country. This adventure day is a favorite among those seeking Costa Rica family tours that offer a mix of nature, wildlife, and adrenaline-pumping activities.
In addition to the adventure, the Hyatt Andaz offers all the amenities expected from a five-star resort, including fine dining, spas, and water sports. You can also engage in community activities, like helping out at a school or getting to know a local family, truly embracing the Costa Rican “Pura Vida” philosophy.
This Luxury Hot Springs vacation is more than just a trip; it's a comprehensive Costa Rica family adventure that combines the luxury of top resorts with the excitement of outdoor activities. From horseback riding by the volcano to zip lining over lush valleys, this vacation offers a diverse range of experiences that showcase the beauty and adventure of Costa Rica, making it a perfect getaway for families looking for an extraordinary holiday experience.
Costa Rican Classic
High Season
$3,275per person
Green Season
$2,900per person
Destinations
Arenal, Manuel Antonio
Your Costa Rica family adventure begins at The Springs Resort & Spa in Arenal, a luxurious resort perched on a mountain ridge with a spectacular view of the Arenal Volcano. This resort is a paradise for families, offering 28 hot springs, five amazing restaurants, and a wildlife preserve. It's an ideal starting point for your Costa Rica family tour, providing a perfect mix of relaxation and adventure. Here, you'll embark on a wildlife safari float on the Peñas Blancas river, a peaceful and easy trip ideal for families and photography enthusiasts, adding a unique touch to your Costa Rica family adventure.
Next, your Costa Rica family tour takes you to Manuel Antonio, where you'll stay at Los Altos, one of the best family vacation resorts in the country. In Manuel Antonio, you'll experience a canopy zipline tour, one of the best in Costa Rica, offering an exhilarating adventure for the whole family. This tour includes zipping along 10 cables, walking a suspension bridge, rappelling, and finishing with a Tarzan swing, complemented by a delicious local lunch and a walk through the serpentarium and butterfly gardens.
The adventure continues with a jet ski tour along the coast of Manuel Antonio, providing an exciting way to explore the beautiful Pacific Ocean, a favorite activity on Costa Rica family tours. The days in Manuel Antonio offer a blend of relaxation and adventure, with opportunities to relax at the resort, play at the beach, or engage in various adventure tours in the area.
This Costa Rican Classic vacation is more than just a trip; it's a comprehensive Costa Rica family adventure that combines the luxury of top resorts with the excitement of outdoor activities. From wildlife safaris to ziplining adventures, this vacation offers a diverse range of experiences that showcase the beauty and adventure of Costa Rica, making it a perfect getaway for families looking for an extraordinary holiday experience.
Best of Both Worlds
A CRR Top 4 Choice!
High Season
$4,100per person
Green Season
$3,650per person
Destinations
Turrialba, Pacuare River, La Fortuna, Manuel Antonio
Your Costa Rica family adventure begins in Turrialba, where you'll stay at Casa Turire, a beautiful colonial-style hotel set amongst its own estate with views of the active Turrialba Volcano. This serene start sets the tone for an adventure-filled Costa Rica family tour. Next, you'll embark on an overnight rafting expedition on the Lower Pacuare River, renowned for its exciting whitewater and stunning scenery. The eco-lodge stay adds a touch of rustic luxury to your Costa Rica family adventure, providing a unique experience in the heart of the rainforest.
The journey continues to Arenal, where you'll check into The Springs Resort & Spa. Here, you'll have a free day to explore the wildlife preserve or relax in one of the 28 hot springs, making it a highlight of many Costa Rica family tours. The extreme canyoning experience in Arenal, involving a 140 ft rappel down a jungle waterfall, adds an adrenaline rush to your Costa Rica family adventure.
Next on your Costa Rica family tour is Manuel Antonio, where you'll stay at The Preserve At Los Altos. This luxury hotel, set within 23 acres and boasting its own hiking trails and beach, is perfect for families. A guided hike in the Manuel Antonio National Park offers a chance to see diverse wildlife and enjoy beautiful Pacific beaches, a memorable part of any Costa Rica family adventure.
Your 'Best of Both Worlds' vacation concludes with beach time in Manuel Antonio, offering a chance to relax, play in the ocean, and enjoy stunning sunsets. This package is more than just a trip; it's a comprehensive Costa Rica family adventure that combines the thrill of outdoor activities with the beauty and relaxation of Costa Rica's best resorts. From whitewater rafting to relaxing on pristine beaches, this vacation offers a diverse range of experiences that showcase the adventure and natural beauty of Costa Rica, making it a perfect getaway for families looking for an extraordinary holiday experience.
Wildlife and Beaches Family Vacation
High Season
$4,375per person
Green Season
$3,500per person
Destinations
San Jose, Osa Peninsula, Manuel Antonio
Your Costa Rica family adventure begins in San Jose, where you'll spend your first night at the Grano De Oro, a luxurious hotel that offers a warm introduction to Costa Rican hospitality. From there, you'll head to the Osa Peninsula, one of the most biodiverse regions on the planet, staying at the Copa De Arbol Luxury Eco Resort. This resort, hidden in the jungle and steps from the beach, provides a serene and luxurious base for your family's exploration. Here, you'll embark on a Caño Island snorkeling tour, exploring one of Costa Rica's best snorkeling and scuba diving destinations, and a guided hike in the Corcovado National Park, famously labeled “the most biologically intense place on the planet” by National Geographic.
Next on your Costa Rica family tour is Manuel Antonio, where you'll stay at the Espadilla Ocean Club. This resort offers private pools, beach access, and proximity to the Manuel Antonio National Park. In Manuel Antonio, you'll experience a canopy zipline tour, an exhilarating adventure that includes ziplines, suspension bridges, rappels, and a Tarzan swing. This activity is a highlight of many Costa Rica family tours, offering fun and excitement for the whole family.
Your 'Wildlife & Beaches' vacation concludes with a free day in Manuel Antonio, providing an opportunity to relax on the beach, sea kayak, or try out jet skis. This package is more than just a trip; it's a comprehensive Costa Rica family adventure that combines the thrill of wildlife exploration with the relaxation of beach life. From snorkeling in turquoise waters to ziplining through lush canopies, this vacation offers a diverse range of experiences that showcase the beauty and adventure of Costa Rica, making it a perfect getaway for families looking for an extraordinary holiday experience.
Travel Off The Beaten Path
High Season
$4,150per person
Green Season
$3,700per person
Destinations
Savegre Rainforest, Las Tumbas, Osa Peninsula
Your Costa Rica family adventure begins at Rafiki Safari Lodge, situated on 842 acres deep within the jungle along the Savegre River. This unique destination offers tropical adventure glamping, allowing families to experience the jungle's wonders comfortably. Here, you'll embark on a whitewater rafting journey on the Savegre River, an experience that's both thrilling and scenic, making it a highlight of many Costa Rica family tours. The Aqua Hike adventure adds another dimension to your Costa Rica family adventure, combining nature exploration with cultural experiences, including a visit to a spice farm and a chance to savor homegrown food cooked on a wood-fired stove.
Next, you'll experience a truly incredible part of Costa Rica in a remote area called Las Tumbas. Here, you'll hike to the “Casa de Piedra” or “The Cave”, an open-air cavern set behind twin waterfalls, where you'll spend the night. This overnight excursion involves hiking to waterfalls, swimming in jungle pools, cliff jumping, and rappelling, making it a highlight for those seeking off-the-beaten-path adventure trips in Costa Rica.
The journey continues to the Osa Peninsula, where you'll stay at La Paloma Lodge, a luxury beachfront eco-resort set among 14 acres of pristine rainforest reserve. Here, you'll snorkel at Caño Island, one of Costa Rica's best spots for marine life exploration, and hike in the Corcovado National Park, famously labeled “the most biologically intense place on the planet” by National Geographic. These experiences in the Osa Peninsula are essential for any comprehensive adventure trip in Costa Rica.
Your 'Off The Beaten Path Adventure Family Vacation' concludes with a free day to relax or explore more of the stunning natural beauty of the Osa Peninsula. Whether you choose to kayak, read a book, or simply soak in the sun, this day is yours to enjoy the tranquility of one of the most untouched regions in Costa Rica.
This itinerary is more than just a vacation; it's an exploration of the less-traveled paths and a true adventure in the wild. It's an opportunity to experience the diversity and beauty of Costa Rica in a way that few others do, making it a must-do for those seeking authentic adventure trips in Costa Rica.
Best Family Resorts in Costa Rica
Making every moment count…
Life is busy. Family time is precious and the right family vacation, creates memories you’ll cherish for a lifetime. That’s exactly what you’ll get with Costa Rica Rios – a family vacation that suits you perfectly. Spend time at the beach learning to surf? No problem. Travel to remote parts of Costa Rica most people never get to see? All part of the deal at Costa Rica Rios.
Costa Rica is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife, and thrilling adventures. Whether you’re seeking the best family resorts or an unforgettable Costa Rica family adventure, our packages are tailored to provide the ultimate Costa Rica family vacation experience.
Costa Rica Family Adventure
Imagine horse riding through the jungle with your children, pushing your way through the lush vegetation when suddenly, a sparkling waterfall appears. You all jump in the crystal clear waters and cool off, while your guides prepare lunch at the shore. Not a bad start to your adventurous family vacation, don’t you think?
Next part of the package, whitewater rafting through a virgin rainforest with a few other families, then back to your jungle lodge for a beautiful meal at the end of the day.
Travel to one of Costa Rica’s six live volcanoes, take a trip through the rainforest canopy on a zip line, hike with your family through the cloud forest at night – these all inclusive packages really do cover it all.
Costa Rica Beach Vacation
If you prefer your adventure to be on the coast, then we can certainly help with that too. The beaches in Costa Rica are quite simply, the best in the world. OK we are a little biased, having lived here as a family ourselves for so long, though, you can hardly blame us.
We can put a vacation together that includes the most incredible beach resorts, combined with surfing, snorkelling, and kayaking, often a favourite for many families. We can include plenty of time for relaxing, beachcombing for days on end if you like, or send you off on a family tour as often as you like.
Costa Rica Family Tours
We’ve developed a range of Costa Rica family adventure vacations that allow you to experience the best this amazing country has to offer, and if you don’t see something that fits the bill, let us know, we’ll tailor a Costa Rica family vacation, specifically for you.
Whatever your family prefers, our Costa Rica family vacations team can help.
Family holidays are special, our Costa Rica family vacations team understands, and we’ll do everything we can to make sure that every moment you spend together on our Costa Rica family adventure vacations truly counts.
Ready to book your Costa Rica family adventure? Contact our team today and let’s craft the perfect family vacation tailored to your desires.
Frequently Asked Questions
High Season runs from December through to the end of April and you can expect almost perfect weather during these months. Green Season, where you can expect some rain in the afternoons and evenings, runs from May through November.
Incredibly safe. Costa Rica has built a reputation as being a safe and fun country to travel to for families with children of all ages.
Some activities will have age restrictions. Talk with your Costa Rica Rios representative to find out what activities will be suitable for your family.
When you reserve your vacation with us, we’ll send you out a suggested packing list that will help you prepare for your vacation. The most essential item to bring is a sense of adventure!
Absolutely! This is what we specialize in.
Arenal, Manuel Antonio, Tamarindo are all very popular. For the more adventurous families, ask your Costa Rica Rios representative how to explore the more off the beaten path destinations as well.
High Season runs from December through to the end of April and you can expect almost perfect weather during these months. Green Season, where you can expect some rain in the afternoons and evenings, runs from May through November. Pricing varies from month to month so please speak with your Costa Rica Rios representative on when to find the best deals.
All our packages include door to door transportation and accommodations. Meals vary from package to package.
We can offer all types of accommodations. There are hotels that will fit any budget from hotels on the lower price end all the way up to five star luxury. Don’t forget that Costa Rica is also home to some of the best eco-lodges you’ll find anywhere on the planet.
Your Costa Rica Rios representative will work with you to make sure any activities included in your package are right for your family. There are age and health restrictions on some activities.
Yes, all necessary safety equipment is provided.
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Yes, it’s possible to experience it all in one trip and we actively encourage you to explore the idea of visiting more than one location during your stay. It’s the best way to experience all that Costa Rica has to offer.
Nothing that you wouldn’t expect when visiting anywhere else in the world. Being polite and respectful goes a long way.
We use the best guides and equipment and have built up a network of trusted operators over our last 20+ years of operating in Costa Rica.
No, we ask you to buy your own travel insurance before visiting. Ask your Costa Rica Rios representative for some recommendations.
Our cancellation policy varies depending on the time of year you visit. Please ask your CRR representative for more information.
Yes. There are certain parts of the country that are not ideal when travelling with toddlers but would be perfect for families with teenagers. Your CRR representative will advise you on the best areas to visit depending on the age profile of your family.