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Personalized Private Tour Experience - Costa Rica
Limon, CR
100% of travellers recommend this
Self-guided
Highlights
- Exclusive access to breathtaking wildlife experiences
- Personalized guidance from certified local experts
- Hassle-free travel with private transportation included
- Explore stunning national parks and pristine beaches
- Immerse yourself in Costa Rican culture and nature
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Duration 120 hours
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Private transportation included
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Personal certified guide
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Breakfast and lunch included
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Tours of national parks included
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Private group experience
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Costa Rica with a personalized private tour that promises adventure and relaxation in equal measure. From the lush trails of Gandoca National Park to the tranquil beaches of Manzanillo, travelers will journey through the heart of nature guided by a certified expert. They’ll be captivated at the Jaguar Rescue Centre, learning about the incredible wildlife they’re helping to protect. Each day unfolds with comfortable private transportation, luxurious accommodations at Cariblue Beachfront Resort, and delicious meals, including a farewell lunch amidst the stunning scenery of Cahuita National Park. This exclusive tour ensures a hassle-free experience, allowing them to immerse themselves fully in Costa Rica's vibrant culture and natural wonders, all while enjoying the ease of private guidance and support tailored to their every need.
At a Glance
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Free cancellation
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5 days
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Instant Confirmation
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Available in English, Spanish; Castilian
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Mobile voucher
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Private Tour
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Guided
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Family friendly
Featured Reviews
Viator
Jul 24
This is a long due review as life events came in the way for me since that trip and things have slowly returned to normal. We planned our December travel to Costa Rica in July-August of last year and Sarah with Travel Tropical Tours walked us through from the beginning to the end of the trip. Since it was high season, Sarah correctly pointed out that the priority would be booking the hotels. As she worked with her, she impressed us with her incredibly fast response time. She herself was on the phone with the hotels on our behalf and made the reservations. At no point did she try to push or upsell a place to us. Once the hotels were secured (we stayed at Arenal and then at Manuel Antonio and both the hotels were amazing), Sarah went about preparing a tailor made trip for us. She suggested so many different activities based specifically on our interests (we have two young adults in the family) and then we were able to pick and choose amongst them which she then reserved for us.
From the moment we arrived till the moment we were brought back to the airport, our guide Greivin (co-owner) and driver par excellence Miguel were our companions. We could not have asked for a kinder or more competent duo. Greivin speaks fluent English and was very knowledgeable about the country. We had a lot of questions (as we usually do when we travel to a new place) and Greivin patiently answered them all. We are a family of vegetarians (and had them know that ahead of time) and they went out of their way to make sure that we always had good food and great experiences with the excursions. Every single one of the excursions they had arranged from white water rafting in Arenal to surfing on the Manuel Antonio beach were excellent. We have traveled around the world and been to several places with crazy drives and the drive from Arenal to Manuel Antonio area is way up there in precariousness! Miguel always drove safe and had an incredibly steady hand. The van was always clean and there was always cold bottled water in the cooler. And oh my! thanks to Greivin and Miguel's practiced eyes, we saw so many amazing animals and birds that we would have missed otherwise. Greivin accompanied us on hikes and also helped translate in restaurants. There were innumerable ways in which Travel Tropical made our experience the best we could ever have. By the end of our tour, Greivin and Miguel were like family to us. If you are looking for a tailor made experience in Costa Rica that is comfortable and convenient, Travel Tropical is a great fit. When we plan our next visit to Costa Rica, Tropical Travel will be our first call :) Pura vida.
Viator
Apr 24
Four of us flew from the United States to San Jose, Costa Rica. We were met at the airport by Sarah, Greivin (Travel Tropical Tour owners) and David (our driver for the week).
We started our trip in the Cloud Forest region of Monteverde, where we stayed at the Hotel Belmar. The hotel is utterly charming and the food was amazing - the Hotel restaurant uses a Farm-to-Table approach with many ingredients harvested from their gardens/farm in the morning and used in your breakfast/dinner that same day. We discovered new fruits and flavor elements in every meal... A huge plus for the foodies in our group!
The other major highlight of Monteverde was the Tree Top Dining Experience at San Lucas. Words can't describe how wonderful this dining experience was to a group of foodies! A nine course meal served in our own glass enclosed dining room with views across the treetops was breathtaking! Each course was a masterful combination of flavors, textures and visual appeal. We all agreed that this was a once in a lifetime dining experience and among the best meals we've ever had.
We then traveled to the Arenal rainforest region where we stayed at Tabacon Hot Springs Resort. The Hot Springs and the Spa were so lovely. One of the other highlights of La Fortuna was a cooking class at El Fogon de Chela - the group made the best empanadas we've ever eaten!
We did many of the typical tours during our vacation -- Sloth Park, Hanging Bridges, Wildlife River Cruise, Night Walk in the jungle, Arenal Hike. All of the tours went off without a hitch. The planning/oversight of Sarah and Greivin made the entire trip incredibly easy. Greivin's excitement around the flora and fauna of his country was truly infectious as he shared many of the wonders of the forests with our group.
Our tour was more focused on nature and food activities than the beach. Travel Tropical Tours arranged a wide variety of activities, including some last minute shopping excursions that met our needs perfectly.
One last comment - if you are considering traveling to Costa Rica, GET A DRIVER! All of Travel Tropical Tours include a full time guide and driver for your entire vacation. This unique feature is priceless! A huge shout out to David (our full time driver) who chauffeured us around endlessly during our wonderful stay in Costa Rica.
Viator
Mar 24
Our family of 5 just returned from a 9 day Costa Rican vacation booked through Travel Tropical Tours and I could not sing their praises high enough!!!! They are a small, husband and wife operated business, they do an INCREDIBLE job of providing a completely personalized, hassle-free experience. During the planning stage, Sarah was insightful with her advice, listened to our needs and created the perfect itinerary for us - a blend of adventure balanced out with wildlife/informative tours.
Having a driver and guide with us from start to finish completely removed the headache of getting around, and provided invaluable support and flexibility. Daily communication with them and Sarah via WhatsApp was seamless and lightning fast. Sarah sent daily messages with crucial information for the following day and answered every question. When we needed to shift around a couple tours, Sarah handled behind the scenes without us having to lift a finger. When my 12 year old suddenly spiked a 104.5 fever with incredible throat pain as we were on our way to Herradura, our guide Jeanfred arranged for an emergency after-hours visit to a private clinic at 7:30pm for her to be seen. To say I was thankful is an understatement. Our driver David made us feel completely safe on the crazy local roads.
There are a million zip lining, rafting, guided park tours etc tour operators, and it is clear that Sarah and her husband Greivin prioritize working with those who focus on quality over quantity. Every tour operator and guide that we were paired with was top notch. One example - during our time with Dani our Manuel Antonio NP guide, we saw another guide complete 3 separate tours, clearly working to maximize profits instead of providing a quality experience. Instead of doing one of the chocolate tours in La Fortuna that everyone does, Sarah booked a small, much more personalized cacao experience for us on our way to Herradura which we loved!
I could go on and on, but for anyone overwhelmed by planning their trip, worried about getting around, or simply wanting to reduce as much travel stress as possible - book with Sarah and her team, and you will not regret it!!! 5 STARS in every way. Pura Vida 💚 🦥 🐸🐒 💛 🏝️
Viator
Mar 24
We are back from an amazing trip to Costa Rica that Sarah organized for our group of 5, 70ish aged women. We had the time of our lives seeing this beautiful country and saw and experienced more than we thought possible. We went to Liberia, La Fortuna, Monteverde and ended in Manuel Antonio. We hiked to waterfalls, volcanos, tubed, floated and kayaked rivers, zip lined, hanging bridges, hot springs, horseback riding and the beach. We we’re definitely exhausted and energized! Our guide (Jean Fred) and driver (Walter) met us at the airport and were with us every step of the way. They showed us excellent care, along with pointing out so many animals, birds and plants. Sarah went above and beyond before the trip with what we would like to do and see. Once we were there, she was in contact with us everyday and gave us information for what to bring and plan for the next day. I can’t stress enough that if you want a wonderful trip without all the worries of planning and going on your own, please use Tropical Travel Tours. It was a trip of a life time and I would do it all again tomorrow if I could! Thank you Sarah, Jean Fred and Walter!
Viator
Mar 24
Sarah organized 14 day fun filled adventure for 5 girlfriends. We hiked to LaLeona waterfall, whitewater tubing, volcano hike, horseback riding, hot springs zip line, Manuel Antonio National Park and kayaking. Our driver Walter, kept us safe on the narrow winding roads in his comfortable van. Our guide, John Fred, was the best!!! He showed us the Dry Forest, Rain Forest, Cloud Forest and the Beach. He has an eagle eye for birds and animals and taught us about Costa Rica’s fauna flora. It was a vacation of a lifetime thanks to Sarah and Travel Tropical Tours❤️Pura Vida
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Personalized Private Tour Experience - Costa Rica
Explore Costa Rica with a personalized private tour, featuring exclusive excursions, comfortable transport, and expert guidance through stunning wildlife reserves.
Included
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Private transportationPrivate transportation -
OtherTour: Gandoca Wildlife Reserve
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OtherPrivate driver
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OtherTour: Cahuita National Park
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LunchLunch
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OtherPersonal certified guide
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In-vehicle air conditioningAir-conditioned vehicle
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Breakfast
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OtherTour: Jaguar Rescue Centre
Excluded
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GratuitiesGratuities
Pickup
Check if pick-up is available from your location, you will select during checkout (providers may allow other pickup locations)
We will clarify all pick up details once your booking is confirmed.
What to expect
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Cariblue Beach and Jungle Resort
Check in at 3pm
15 minutes
Admission Included
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Time to go hiking. Your guide Greivin will take you on a hike in the magnificent Gandoca National Park. You will explore the trails, beaches and look out points.
240 minutes
Admission Included
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Manzanillo
After exploring the national park in the morning you will have time to relaxing on the beach in Manzanillo called Playa Manzanillo and find a spot for lunch.
180 minutes
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Jaguar Rescue Center
In the morning we will take a tour of the Jaguar Rescue Center. You will have the opportunity to learn about the animals of Costa Rica and what we can do to preserve their homes.
120 minutes
Admission Included
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Cocles
This day is a beach day! After we visit the Jaguar Rescue Centre we are beach bound. The choice is your, you can choose which beaches you would like to explore and of our we can help with any recommendations.
360 minutes
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We will spend the day at Cahuita National Park. You will start of with a guided walking tour of the park. After the tour you are free to enjoy the beautiful beaches of the national park or take a around the town of Cahuita.
360 minutes
Admission Included
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We will head to beach for a couple 2 hours from 8am - 10am.
120 minutes
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Hotel Bugabutik
Check out at NOON.
15 minutes
The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.
Additional Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller -
Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Provided by Travel Tropical Tours
What our experts say
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Explore nearby restaurants in Manzanillo. -
Consider visiting local markets for souvenirs.
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Pack swimwear for beach days at Punta Uva.
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Don't miss the sunset at Cahuita National Park.
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Bring a camera for wildlife photography.
More About this Experience
Introduction
Nestled in the heart of Central America, Costa Rica beckons travelers with its lush jungles, pristine beaches, and vibrant wildlife. The Personalized Private Tour Experience - Costa Rica offers an exclusive gateway to this tropical paradise, ensuring that explorers can immerse themselves in the magic of this stunning country without the stress of planning. Over the course of 120 hours, guests will revel in a meticulously crafted itinerary that combines adventure, relaxation, and cultural exploration. With private transportation, a personal certified guide, and handpicked accommodations at the beautiful Cariblue Beachfront Resort, every detail is designed to deliver a seamless experience. From exhilarating hikes in breathtaking national parks to serene beach days, this tour invites guests to discover Costa Rica's natural beauty at their own pace while enjoying the comfort of private amenities.What to expect?
Guests can look forward to an unforgettable journey filled with enriching experiences and unique opportunities. The Personalized Private Tour Experience - Costa Rica promises hassle-free travel, allowing adventurers to focus on making memories rather than worrying about logistics. Expect to be guided through the enchanting trails of Gandoca National Park, where the beauty of nature unfolds at every turn. Daily indulgences include delicious breakfasts and lunches, giving guests a taste of local flavors. Each day is thoughtfully planned, featuring excursions to the Jaguar Rescue Centre and Cahuita National Park, where guests will encounter Costa Rica's incredible biodiversity. With private transportation and air conditioning in the vehicle, comfort is guaranteed throughout the journey. Whether hiking through lush landscapes or unwinding on sun-kissed beaches, travelers will leave with a deeper appreciation for this remarkable destination.Who is this for?
This personalized tour is perfect for a diverse range of travelers, whether they're solo adventurers, couples seeking a romantic getaway, or families looking for a fun and educational experience. The tour is designed to accommodate all physical fitness levels, making it accessible for everyone from seasoned hikers to those who prefer a more leisurely pace. Families with infants will also find it suitable, as prams and strollers are welcome during the excursion. For those who crave adventure and cultural immersion, this tour presents the ideal chance to explore Costa Rica's stunning landscapes and vibrant wildlife in a way that feels intimate and special. With personalized attention and a flexible itinerary, everyone from nature lovers to beach bums will find joy in the rich experiences offered throughout this incredible journey.Why book this?
The Personalized Private Tour Experience - Costa Rica is not just another vacation; it's a chance to create lasting memories in one of the world's most breathtaking destinations. The unique selling points lie in the exclusivity and personalization of the experience. Unlike typical group tours, this private tour allows guests to tailor their adventure to suit their interests, whether that’s spending more time at the beach or diving deep into Costa Rica's rich wildlife. The combination of expert local guides, handpicked accommodations, and a curated itinerary means travelers can relax and enjoy every moment without the stress of planning. With a focus on sustainability and education, guests will not only experience the beauty of Costa Rica but also learn about its vital ecosystems and conservation efforts, making this journey both enjoyable and meaningful. It’s a chance to connect, explore, and unwind in a way that feels uniquely theirs.Good to know
When embarking on the Personalized Private Tour Experience - Costa Rica, guests should be prepared for an adventure that balances exploration with relaxation. The tour is designed with flexibility in mind, allowing travelers to adapt their plans based on personal preferences and energy levels. Each day starts with a hearty breakfast to fuel the day's activities, and the itinerary includes ample time for relaxation, especially on designated beach days. It's also good to note that public transportation options are nearby, giving guests additional flexibility for exploring at their leisure. While gratuities are not included, guests may choose to show appreciation for their guides based on their satisfaction. With thoughtful planning and attention to detail, visitors can expect an enriching experience that highlights the best of Costa Rica.Reviews
Feedback from previous travelers highlights the exceptional quality of the Personalized Private Tour Experience - Costa Rica. Many guests rave about the knowledgeable guides, emphasizing how their expertise brought the parks and wildlife to life through engaging stories and insights. Travelers appreciate the unique opportunity to discover hidden gems that typical tours often overlook. The comfortable private transportation and accommodations at Cariblue Beachfront Resort receive high praise for enhancing the overall experience, allowing guests to unwind and recharge after exhilarating days of exploration. Families particularly enjoyed the kid-friendly activities and the flexibility of the itinerary, which catered to their diverse needs. Overall, reviews reflect a deep satisfaction with the seamless blend of adventure, education, and relaxation, encouraging future visitors to embark on this unforgettable journey through Costa Rica.
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