4 independent reviews for Costa Rica 13 day family vacation
Reviews for Costa Rica 13 day family vacation
Steph Greenwood review 1 Sep 2023
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
We loved seeing the turtles in Tortuguero2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
The tour operator sorted everything and the whole trip was seemless! I would highly recommend going to Tortuguero and seeing the turtles nesting and also to Boca Tapada where you can stay in a treehouse and see nature on your doorstep, alongside the night walks and other activities. There is so much to do in Costa Rica, whatever you choose to do you will not be disappointed!3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes the local people such as hotel staff, bus drivers, tour guides, etc. Environmental I expect so, Costa Rica is much further ahead than other countries.4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
Amazing, incredible, epic, exciting, memories for a lifetime!kari munro review 28 Apr 2022
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
Kayaking at Arenal volcano and waling along El Cantino national park beach.2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
Take 1/2 dollars and 1/2 costa Rican colon, and plenty of sun screen!3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Absolutely. There were lots of opportunities for local people to benefit from our presence through us eating and exploring the areas. The areas supported conservation too!4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
The vacation was fantastic and cannot fault it. It was seamless for our family, had the right balance of exploration, trips and down time too. The accommodations were fantastic, the guides were so friendly and accommodating, the food fantastic, and Costa Rica was everything we hoped it would be. What a beautiful country!Claudia Bernat review 1 Jan 2019
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
Tortuguero.2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
1- specify the type of hotel you would like to go to, example, minimum 4 stars if you require a bit of comfort. 2- plan your days in the Arsenal before you go, stay in a hotel with hotsprings. 3- take American dollars with you as they accept dollars in Costa Rica.3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes.4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
Excellent, it could be better if the hotels were a bit more comfortable.Jenny Brothwell review 9 Jan 2018
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
We all particularly enjoyed the guided wildlife spotting trips - several boat trips in Tortuguero which were a highlight with the added option of a Night Walk, which we would highly recommend. Tortuguero was magical, going everywhere by boat, with an interesting trip to the village and stunning beach. Our other highlight was our Beach Stay in Samara - a perfect beach practically all to ourselves. We booked a Turtle tour and watching a turtle nesting, laying eggs and returning to the sea was a breathtaking experience.2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
It's quite a busy, full on trip, which suited us fine but be prepared for early morning starts and go with lots of energy! There is quite a lot of traveling between stops, but the shuttle buses are efficient and all transfers worked well. We did feel that we might have preferred a self drive tour, to give us more flexibility with the travel. The roads can be really bumpy, but not unmanageable to drive yourself. A couple of the hotels were missing a few of the nice touches - there was rarely a kettle and tea tray! Basic but comfortable.3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
All the tour guides seemed genuinely proud of the country's environmental credentials. They were passionate about their wildlife and seemed as excited as we were at each discovery. Facilities for recycling, water saving, carbon offsetting are everywhere and impressive.4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
Fantastic family adventure. A great mix of wildlife, activities and beach relaxation. All ran very smoothly, transport was efficient, people extremely friendly and the whole experience was very enjoyable. Highly recommended!Holiday Reviews
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