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Pura Vida Family Holiday

A fun and relaxing 13-day family holiday to some of Costa Rica’s most beautiful and exciting destinations, ideal for kids of all ages.

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Pura Vida Family Holiday

Discover the magic of Tenorio, where families can wander among the treetops on hanging bridges and spot sloths, monkeys, and colourful birds in their natural habitat—an unforgettable experience for both kids and adults.

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Pura Vida Family Holiday

Immerse yourself in the magic of Monteverde Cloud Forest, where vibrant hummingbirds flit among the flowers, creating a breathtaking natural spectacle.

Discover Costa Rica on your Pura Vida Family Holiday

Our Pura Vida Family Holiday captures the very best of Costa Ricaadventure, wildlife, and time together in nature’s playground. Begin in the Central Valley, where rolling mountains and volcanic peaks shape the horizon. It’s the perfect introduction to the country’s wild beauty. Wander through lush gardens, visit local markets, and feel the warmth of Costa Rican hospitality as you settle into the rhythm of ‘pura vida’.

Continue north to Tenorio National Park, where the rainforest brims with life. Here, the whole family can step onto treetop hanging bridges to spot sloths, monkeys, and bright tropical birds. Visit a working cacao farm to learn how chocolate is made – and taste it fresh from the pod – before setting out on a nocturnal walk in search of tree frogs, armadillos, and other creatures of the night. Every day brings a new discovery, and every evening, a sense of wonder.

Next, journey to Monteverde, where cool mountain air and misty cloud forests create a world straight from a storybook. Families can explore the canopy walkways and visit one of the largest butterfly gardens in the Americas, where kaleidoscopic wings flutter all around. Your adventure ends on the Pacific coast in Tamarindo, at a luxury all-inclusive resort where days are filled with swimming, snorkelling, and simply enjoying time together by the sea. With its blend of fun, discovery, and relaxation, this Costa Rican escape promises memories your family will treasure for years to come.

Route
Multi-stop Tour

Visit some of the country's most beautiful regions

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11 Nights

Accommodation detailed in itinerary

Dining
19 Meals

11 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners

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Excursions

Excursions and activities as per itinerary

What you'll experience
  • Discover hanging bridges in the foothills of Tenorio Volcano: Stroll high among the treetops for sweeping views of the rainforest canopy. Spot playful monkeys and sleepy sloths as you cross the bridges suspended above the forest floor.
  • Taste freshly made chocolate on a cacao farm tour: Learn how rich Costa Rican cacao is cultivated and crafted, from bean to bar, and enjoy the chance to make and sample your own sweet creations.
  • Experience the forest after dark on a nocturnal wildlife walk: As night falls, listen to the jungle come alive. Spot tree frogs, armadillos, and other nocturnal creatures on a guided adventure beneath the stars.
  • Visit a local farm and butterfly garden in Monteverde Cloud Forest: Wander through lush gardens filled with colourful wings and discover how conservation and community thrive together in this extraordinary setting.
  • Unwind on the golden sands of Tamarindo: Stay at a luxury all-inclusive resort where days are spent swimming, snorkelling, and soaking up the sunshine along Costa Rica’s dazzling Pacific coast.
What's included
  • International flights
  • 11 nights’ luxury accommodation as detailed
  • 19 meals; 11 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
  • Transfers & domestic flights as per itinerary

Prices from £6,549 per adult and £2,099 per child*

Excludes:

  • Meals not indicated in your itinerary
  • Local departure taxes payable locally
  • Items of a personal nature such as laundry and drinks etc
  • Tips for guides and drivers (discretionary)
  • Camera or video fees at any sites

Quick Itinerary

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Day Description
Day 1 Central Valley View
Day 2 - 4 Tenorio View
Day 5 - 7 Monteverde View
Day 8 - 11 Tamarindo View
Day 12 - 13 Tamarindo - UK View

Pura Vida Family Holiday 13-Day Itinerary

Days 1 UK - Central Valley

On arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel in the Central Valley, situated right in the heart of Costa Rica surrounded by beautiful mountains, volcanoes and cloud forests, yet just 30 minutes from San Jose International Airport.  

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International Flight
Days 2 - 4 Tenorio

Transfer to Rio Celeste Hideaway, a gorgeous retreat surrounded by the rainforest where you'll likely see sloths, monkeys, lizards, frogs and tropical birds while in the hotel grounds. Enjoy a chocolate & cacao farm tour, a night walk in search of nocturnal wildlife and a hanging bridges tour of the treetops where sloths and monkeys play. 

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Excursion
Chocolate & Cacao Farm Tour
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Nocturnal Wildlife Spotlight Walking Tour
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Rainforest Hanging Bridges and Sloths Tour
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Days 5 - 7 Monteverde

Senda Monteverde Cloud Forest is home for the next three nights, this misty forest shelters thousands of animals and plants, not to mention an array of exciting activities. Discover the treetop walkways of the pristine cloud forest and get up close to the canopy and its inhabitants, then wander through one of the largest butterfly gardens in the Americas.  

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Cloud Forest Treetop Walkways & Butterfly Garden
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Days 8 - 11  Tamarindo

The final four nights are saved for relaxing on the golden beaches of Tamarindo, however there are many activities available here for those that can’t sit still. Stay at the Westin Reserva Conchal, an idyllic family-friendly All-Inclusive resort with beach access, kids club, variety of restaurants and bars plus range of activities and entertainment. 

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Days 12 - 13 Tamarindo - UK

Transfer from Tamarindo to San Jose International airport for your return overnight flight to the UK. 

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Domestic Flight
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International Flight

Speak to a Costa Rica Holiday Specialist

All our Costa Rica itineraries can be tailored to your unique requirements. Enquire about our Luxury Costa Rica holiday and let us plan your perfect Latin American adventure.

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