This trip is for: Families with Kids & Teens, Ages 7+ (4+ is ok); 12+ to Bike
HIGHLIGHTS
- Link tropical highlands with two regions of the Costa Rican coast on this beach-centric itinerary
- Come face-to-face with sloths, monkeys, lizards and more in Manuel Antonio National Park
- Kayak along the Pacific coastline and swim in the warm turquoise waters of our hotel’s sandy beach
- Catch some adrenaline in the white water rapids of Río Savegre, one of the most pristine rivers in Central America
- Spy elusive critters while on a rain forest night hike
DAYS 1-2
Stay: Los Altos Resort (2 nights)
Hop on a scenic flight down the coast to Quepos, a beachside town located on the central Pacific coast • Walk through Manuel Antonio National Park with a naturalist who helps us spot white-faced monkeys, butterflies, sloths and iguanas • Or, if you prefer, grown-ups have the option to join a leader for a rugged single-track jungle hike, known locally as the Reto Mae • Bike past small villages and through open farmland, mountains and rivers en route to an organic spice plantation in the heart of the rain forest • Walk on the beach or relax in a hammock • Kids paint their own Boruca mask with an indigenous artist • Enjoy a sunset from our retreat perched overlooking the Pacific—or perhaps climb down for a dip at its private beach.
DAY 3
Stay: Rafiki Safari Lodge (1 night)
Sea kayak along Costa Rica’s coastline and observe spectacular marine life and rain forests from a different perspective • A local family invites us into their home for a traditional lunch • Hike through the rain forest to our remote jungle safari lodge • Kick back on your private deck or go for a plunge on the 100-foot-long waterslide • Young explorers (and the young at heart!) have a chance to venture into the jungle on a guided night walk and catch a glimpse of elusive nocturnal creatures.
DAY 4-6
Stay: Santarena Hotel (2 nights)
Make a splash on a thrilling white water rafting excursion on Río Savegre • Fly to Liberia, a popular gateway to Costa Rica’s famous Pacific coast beaches and a prime destination for surfers • Fly through the jungle canopy on a zip line • Take to the water behind our hotel for kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding and boogie boarding • Optional on-your-own activities abound: mountain bike, head to the beach or indulge at the world-class spa • Take in the tropical landscape with a view of the crashing waves, libation in hand.
What’s Included
- All breakfasts, five lunches, five dinners
- Expertise and services of our experienced Trip Leaders
- Snacks and beverages between meals
- Additional guides and experts from the region on many trips
- Van shuttles to support a variety of route options
- Comprehensive Travel Planner with detailed pre-trip information
- Private guided tours at museums, historic sites, wineries and other select attractions as noted in the Travel Planner
- All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
- Special events, including wine tastings and other select attractions as mentioned in the Travel Planner
- On biking and multi-adventure trips, use of fully equipped Backroads titanium bike plus helmet and accessories
- Trailercycles, carriers, and kid-sized helmets for Family Trips
- Equipment and experienced guides for kayaking, rafting, snorkeling, sailing and canoeing as described
- Park and other entry fees
- Fares for trains, ferries and other modes of travel as listed in the Travel Planner
- Select coach transfers
- Baggage transfers and porterage
- Not Included: Leader gratuities, transportation to and from your Backroads trip start & end locations, and on-your-own meals & activities.
2026: Mar-Apr, Jul-Aug, Nov-Dec; 2027: Jan-Apr, June-Aug, Nov-Dec
From $5,649/person (Includes $650 internal air)
