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Turrialba Region

Reached from San Jose via the scenic and historic Orosi Valley, Turrialba contains many top attractions: the CATIE tropical plant research station, the eponymous volcano, the spectacular Pacuare River and the Guayabo National Monument, the most important pre-Columbian archaeological site in Costa Rica. Most easterly and one of the least known of Costa Rica’s many volcanoes, Turrialba offers forested slopes, cloud forest scenery and hiking and riding trails, one taking you right to the top to its three craters at around 11,000 feet above sea level.

Volcan Turrialba Lodge
Located in a high altitude valley directly facing Turrialba volcano, the historic lodge (also a working cattle ranch) has simple rooms, each with wood-fired stove and private bathroom, main building with bar and restaurant, indoor swimming pool and games room. There is a wonderful old tree house, great for enjoying safe climbing (see picture page 2) and activities available include a guided riding tour of Turrialba Volcano and mountain bike hire.

It would be very hard to beat this tour for its wide diversity and exceptional value.  From the wildlife-rich lowland rainforests of the Caribbean coast, ascend to an historical ranch-cum-lodge at 11,000 feet to marvel at a forest-clad, active volcano whose crater can be reached by horse, bike or on foot. Lastly, travel to the dry forest zone of Nicoya and a well-run beach resort with great family villas, excellent food and friendly service. A fine recipe for good memories. Find out more...

An itinerary for adventurous families with older children which reveals the best wildlife habitats to be found in Costa Rica. In the Caribbean rainforests you can discover sloths and colourful poison dart frogs; the iridescent resplendent quetzal lives high in the lush cloud forests of Savegre; howler, spider and squirrel monkeys inhabit the towering coastal rainforests of the Osa – the country’s wildest region. For wildlife-loving children (and parents) everywhere.  Find out more...

Certain exceptional locations have been perennially popular with families visiting Costa Rica: the active Arenal volcano, the Quaker settlement of Monteverde with its cloud forests and canopy tours, and Manuel Antonio, where the verdant jungle meets the golden Pacific shore (here you have a hire 4x4 car). We have brought all these together into one classic programme, packed with things to do and see and using tried and trusted accommodation. You really can’t go wrong.  Find out more...

An unashamedly luxurious family tour staying in carefully selected hotels and encompassing a wide diversity of habitats and activities.  After a wildlife safari to the Totruguero waterways, travel to Sarapiqui for rainforest fauna and gentle rafting.  Finally, spend five relaxing days at a stylish hotel on the Pacific coast swimming, learning to surf, riding, enjoying massages, zip lining or simply relaxing by the sea or your villa’s private plunge pool. Pamper yourselves in natural comfort and style.  Find out more...