Tortuguero National Park is one of Costa Rica’s most popular National Parks, as it the nesting home for various species of sea turtles. Hawksbill, Loggerhead and Pacific Green Turtles all come here to nest. The Park is a wilderness area with many different habitats and a rich and diverse wildlife. There are rainforest, woodland, and swamp forest habitats as well as coastal and marine areas, and a long expanse of beach where the turtles nest. This three day add on to our Costa Rica Family Tour gives you the chance to explore the National Park, enjoy the beautiful beaches, and take a guided walk to see the nesting turtles (seasonal). On the boat trip to Tortuguero you may spot monkeys, iguanas, crocodiles and many different birds.

Journey from San Jose to a sleepy Afro-Caribbean influenced village sandwiched between coconut groves and coral reefs. Discover pristine, white-sand beaches before continuing to Tortuguero: home to endangered mammals, colourful birds and nesting sea turtles, exploring hidden channels and lagoons flanked by flowering vine trees. Extend your tour and catch awe-inspiring volcanic eruptions or relax in hot springs surrounded by tropical vegetation. Perhaps raft, horseride or sea kayak. Spot the diverse flora and fauna for which Costa Rica is famous, discover enchanting cloud forest, coffee plantations, and captivating sunsets. Round your holiday off by kicking back on gorgeous beaches where rainforest and ocean collide. A perfect blend of wildlife, nature and relaxation!

Costa Rica is a land of rich natural wonders and friendly people. Experience its striking flora and fauna during an aerial tram ride through the rainforest canopy of the Braulio Carrillo National Park, a boat ride featuring the vast array of bird life of the Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge, a nature walk through the lush Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, and a trip to the mammoth Poas Volcano. A top naturalist offers in-depth knowledge of Costa Rica's ecology, geological wonders, and local history, as well as coffee processing techniques at a local coffee plantation. |

Catch awe-inspiring volcanic eruptions or relax in hot springs surrounded by tropical vegetation. Perhaps raft, horseride or sea kayak. Spot the diverse flora and fauna for which Costa Rica is famous, discover enchanting cloud forest, coffee plantations, and captivating sunsets. Round your holiday off by kicking back on gorgeous beaches where rainforest and ocean collide. A perfect blend of wildlife, nature and relaxation!

A land of rich natural wonders, Costa Rica is dedicated to eco-tourism and protecting its 600 miles of pristine beaches and lush tropical forests. Journey from San Jose, Costa Rica's colorful capital city located in the country's fertile Central Valley, to San Carlos. On your journey, pass the ancient Poas Volcano, reported to be the world's widest crater. Relax during your two-night stay in a thermal spa resort surrounded by rainforest and hot springs. In Cano Negro, a guided river boat trip in a panga (covered canoe) makes frequent stops to watch and photograph the rare butterflies, birds, river turtles and otters, sloths and other wildlife indigenous to this area. Later, submerge yourself in the soothing hot, mineral-rich waters at Tabacon Springs. See 100-foot-tall trees amidst a rich collection of flora and fauna in the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve and admire the delicate inhabitants of a nearby local butterfly farm. Traveling to the scenic region of Guanacaste on the northwest Pacific coast, stop a local cooperative and see its handmade products before arriving at your elegant beach resort overlooking the magnificent blue waters of Manazanillo Beach. Before heading home, enjoy some free time in Sarchi to shop for native crafts and souvenirs.

A fantastic combination of active pursuits, culture and relaxation on a route which winds its way through 4 countries, all packed into 11 days. Discover Mayan ruins and famous colonial towns, hike up live volcanoes and visit renowned craft markets. But also find out about life off the beaten track: chat with the friendly locals, swim in remote freshwater lakes, and relax on stunning isolated beaches.

This short adventure reveals a hidden side to Central America. Travelling from the lush countryside of Costa Rica, dotted with coffee plantations and rainforest and on to the little known yet unforgettable country of Nicaragua with its beautiful freshwater lake, grumbling volcanoes and surfing beaches. Next comes Honduras, the home of the cool, highland town of Copan and its Mayan ruins, before rounding off in Antigua, Guatemala, the historic city of cobbled streets, crumbling cathedrals and colourful markets.

Costa Rica is a great destination for families. Not only is it rich in flora and fauna, but it offers enchanting cloud forest, tropical vegetation, active volcanoes, white sandy beaches and activities galore to keep all the family entertained. From the capital San Jose, we travel to La Fortuna near Arenal Volcano, where a volcano walk gives us the chance to watch the flowing molten lava and relax in hot natural springs. Here optional activities abound – inflatable kayaking, whitewater rafting, biking and even safari floats are all on offer. We take a horseback ride along Lake Arenal to Monteverde in the midst of the cloud forest, where you can swing through the treetops on a canopy zipline. And to end our exciting adventure, we relax at Playa Samara, one of Costa Rica’s most beautiful Pacific beaches, or continue the action with sea kayaking, surf lessons and snorkeling. From Playa Samara there is the chance to visit a Turtle Project or go Dolphin Watching.

Highlights include Poas Volcano, Coffee Plantation, Tortuguero National Park, Sarapiqui Rain Forest, Pineapple Plantation, Cacao Plantation, Arenal Volcano, Manuel Antonio National Park|

Compare the greatest of the ancient Aztec, Zapotec and Mayan ruins including Palenque and one of the new seven wonders of the world; Chichen Itza. It’s your chance to get familiar with ancient civilisations and indigenous people whilst enjoying amazing Mexican cuisine. Then onto the turquoise Caribbean coastline for a week of fun on those white sandy beaches, including the tranquil island of Isla Mujeres, the town of Playa del Carmen, and the unforgettable Afro-Caribbean island of Caye Caulker in Belize. Then we cross into Guatemala and visit the great Mayan city of Tikal, hidden in the Guatemalan jungle where howler monkeys hang out in the tree tops. Try a host of optional activities, such as or river tubing at Finca Ixobel. Watch the sun set behind Lake Atitlan's volcanoes, and stroll the cobble-stone streets of colonial Antigua. Onto Honduras and Nicaragua where you can marvel at the ruins of Copan, swim in remote freshwater lakes, hike up active volcanoes, and relax on stunning isolated beaches. Lastly, we enter Costa Rica visiting Cahuita National Park and Tortuguero National Park, and end the tour in San Jose.

Caribbean beaches, cities of ancient civilisations, and colonial towns tucked away in the pine forests. Our trip begins in the Mexican town of Playa del Carmen and runs parallel to the turquoise coastline. We speed out to the coral cayes in Belize: you can swim with sharks and rays. In Guatemala we visit the plazas and temples of the Mayan city of Tikal. Then it’s into the jungle: go caving, horse-riding and visit waterfalls. High up in the mountains, visit the charming, colonial town of Antigua and watch the sun set behind Lake Atitlan’s volcanoes. In Honduras we explore the amazing architecture of Copan Ruins and head further south into Nicaragua where you can hike up live volcanoes and visit renowned craft markets. But also find out about life off the beaten track: chat with the friendly locals, swim in remote freshwater lakes, and relax on stunning isolated beaches.

This 23 day tour takes you from Costa Rica to Mexico, exploring Nicaragua, Honduras, Guatemala and Belize along the way. We begin our adventure in San Jose, and head north to the gorgeous pacific beaches of San Juan del Sur in the relatively undiscovered Nicaragua. Climb volcanoes on Ometepe Island in Lake Nicaragua and enjoy the colonial feel of Granada. We travel north through beautiful countryside to spend an evening in the Honduran capital of Tegucigalpa and visit the magnificent ruins at Copan. Crossing into Guatemala we watch the sun set behind Lake Atitlan's volcanoes, and stroll along the cobble-stone streets of colonial Antigua. Try a host of optional activities at the secluded ranch of Finca Ixobel or take the opportunity to kick back and relax, maybe enjoy a dip in their natural, spring-fed swimming hole. Visit the great Mayan city of Tikal in the Guatemalan jungle home amazing ruins and wildlife. Travel onto the turquoise Caribbean coastline for a week of fun on beautiful white sandy beaches, including the Afro- Caribbean island of Caye Caulker in Belize – a visit to the famous Blue Hole must surely be on your list. The tour concludes in the town of Playa del Carmen, which sits on the Mayan Riviera in Mexico.

Starting in San Jose, we explore both sides of Costa Rica before heading northwards through Central America. Beginning on the Caribbean side we visit tow of Costa Rica’s finest national parks, Cahuita and Tortuguero renowned for its Green Sea Turtle nesting season. Heading to the Pacific side we spend three nights in La Fortuna at the base of the active Volcano Arenal. This area offers fantastic optional activities, such as canyoneering, hiking and white water kayaking. We then cross Lake Arenal to the explore Monteverde Cloud forest a magnificent ecosystem and home to many plant and animal species. Then we head to Quepos for a couple of days of relaxation with the sloths and monkeys on the pacific beaches of Manual Antonio National Park. From Costa Rica we head north through Nicaragua and Honduras where we visit the ruins of Copan, swim in remote freshwater lakes, hike up active volcanoes, and relax on stunning isolated beaches. Our final country is Guatemala where the tour finishes in the beautiful colonial town of Antigua, where you may wish to extend your holiday by a couple of days to appreciate everything there is to do there.

This tour travels along the avenue of the volcanoes in Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua and ends with a comprehensive exploration of Costa Rica. It offers a fantastic combination of active pursuits, culture and relaxation. Discover Mayan ruins in Copan and famous colonial towns such as Granada, hike up live volcanoes on Ometepe Island and explore the Pacific Nicaraguan coastline. Costa Rica, is home to land of coffee and ecotourism. Into Costa Rica we visit Cahuita National Park and Tortuguero National Park where Green sea turtles may be seen nesting. Then to the Pacific side stopping at the town of La Fortuna at the base of active Volcano Arenal, a great place to do white water rafting, trekking and soak in the local hot springs. We hike through Monteverde Cloud forest in search of the elusive Quetzal bird, then relax with the sloths and monkeys on the beaches of Manual Antonio National Park before ending our tour in San Jose

Beginning in Playa del Carmen in Mexico, this tour sets off to its first stop, the island of Caye Caulker in Belize, perfect for snorkeling and diving. In Guatemala we visit the Mayan city of Tikal. Then it’s into the jungle: go caving, horse-riding and visit waterfalls. High up in the mountains, visit the colonial town of Antigua and watch the sun set behind Lake Atitlan’s volcanoes. In Honduras we explore the amazing architecture of Copan Ruins and head further south into Nicaragua where you can hike up live volcanoes and visit renowned craft markets. Also find out about life off the beaten track: chat with the friendly locals, swim in remote freshwater lakes, and relax on stunning beaches. Then onto Costa Rica, visiting Cahuita National Park and Tortuguero National Park before ending in San Jose.

Starting on the Pacific side of Costa Rica, this tour explores the Volcano Arenal area, a great place to do white water rafting, trekking and soak in the local hot springs. We hike through the Monteverde Cloud forest in search of the elusive Quetzal bird, then relax with the sloths and monkeys on the beaches of Manual Antonio National Park. Turning northwards, we travel through Nicaragua and Honduras; learn surfing in San Juan del Sur, hike volcanoes on the island of Ometepe, explore the markets of Granada, and appreciate the architecture of Copan an ancient ruins built by the Maya. We then cross into Guatemala and enjoy the colonial town of Antigua and relax by the shores of Lake Atitlan. Go caving, horse-riding and clamber through waterfalls at Finca Ixobel. Then visit the great Mayan city of Tikal, hidden deep in the Guatemalan jungle where howler monkeys hang out in the tree tops. Finally, we head to those white sandy beaches of the Caribbean starting with the slow pace of life on Caye Caulker in Belize where the snorkeling is fantastic. Our tour ends in the party town of Playa del Carmen in Mexico.

Journey across Mexico learning about ancient civilisations and indigenous people whilst enjoying amazing Mexican cuisine. Then onto the Yucatan Peninsula to visit Chichen Itza Pyramid and the Caribbean coastline and sandy beaches, including the tranquil island of Isla Mujeres, the town of Playa del Carmen, and the ultra-relaxing island of Caye Caulker in Belize where you can snorkel with nurse sharks and rays. We cross into Guatemala and visit the great Mayan city of Tikal arguably the best preserved Mayan ruins yet discovered. Two nights at Finca Ixobel allows time to enjoy some optional activities; caving, horse-riding, river tubing or hiking. Enjoy the sunset behind Lake Atitlan's volcanoes, haggle at the legendary markets of Chichicastenango and stroll the cobble-stone streets of colonial Antigua. Southwards, we head through Honduras and Nicaragua where you can marvel at the Copan ruins, swim in freshwater lakes, hike up active volcanoes, and relax stunning beaches. We round off the tour in San Jose, Costa Rica, land of coffee and eco-tourism.

Traveling though the Heart of The Americas, this tour takes you from Costa Rica in the south to Mexico in the north. We begin our adventure in San Jose, and head north to the gorgeous pacific beaches of San Juan del Sur in the relatively undiscovered Nicaragua. Climb volcanoes on Ometepe Island in Lake Nicaragua and enjoy the colonial feel of Granada. Onto Honduras to the splendor of Copan Ruins. Crossing into Guatemala we spend a few days exploring Antigua, Panajachel, Lake Atitlan and the famous markets of Chichicastenango. Heading north, we arrive at an ecological ranch; Finca Ixobel, where you can try caving, horse-riding, river tubing, or hiking. Then visit the great Mayan city of Tikal, hidden deep in the Guatemalan jungle where howler monkeys hang out in the tree tops. Time to head to the turquoise Caribbean coastline and white sandy beaches for a week. First stop is the very relaxed island of Caye Caulker in Belize where you can dive the Blue Hole, snorkel the local reef, or chill to your heart’s content! Then we cross into Mexico and the Riviera Maya, spending time in Playa del Carmen and the island of Isla Mujeres. Crossing the Yucatan Peninsula we make our way across Mexico, learning about the amazing history, cuisine, music and people of this fascinating country.

Our trip begins in the Mexican town of Playa del Carmen and runs parallel to the turquoise coastline. We speed out to the coral cayes in Belize staying on the island of Caye Caulker. Then we cross into Guatemala and visit Flores and the ancient Mayan ruins of Tikal before staying at Finca Ixobel to tyr our hands at caving, horse-riding, river tubing or hiking. The town of Antigua is next, and arguably the prettiest town in all of Central America. We base ourselves in this are for a few days to explore Lake Atitlan and the surrounding countryside. Heading southwards we travel through Honduras and Nicaragua where we visit the ruins of Copan, stay on the island of Ometepe in Lake Nicaragua where you have a choice of two volcanoes to hike up. Then onto the Pacific coastline to San Juan del Sur. Our last country is Costa Rica. On the Caribbean side we visit Cahuita National Park and watch Green Sea Turtles nesting (seasonal) in Tortuguero National Park. Then over to the Pacific side stopping at the town of La Fortuna at the base of active Volcano Arenal, a great place to do white water rafting, trekking and soaking in the local hot springs. We hike through Monteverde Cloud forest in search of the elusive Quetzal bird, then relax with the sloths and monkeys on the beaches of Manual Antonio National Park before ending our tour in San Jose

From Mexico to Costa Rica and everything in between. Compare the greatest of the ancient Aztec, Zapotec and Mayan ruins including Palenque and one of the new seven wonders of the world; Chichen Itza. It’s your chance to get familiar with ancient civilisations and indigenous people whilst enjoying amazing Mexican cuisine. Then onto the turquoise Caribbean coastline for a week of fun on those white sandy beaches, including the tranquil island of Isla Mujeres, the party town of Playa del Carmen, and the unforgettable Afro-Caribbean island of Caye Caulker in Belize where you can swim with sharks if you dare. Then we cross into Guatemala and visit the great Mayan city of Tikal, hidden deep in the Guatemalan jungle where howler monkeys hang out in the tree tops. Go caving, horse-riding and clamber through waterfalls at Finca Ixobel. Watch the sun set behind Lake Atitlan's volcanoes, and stroll the cobble-stone streets of colonial Antigua. Slowly opening up to tourism are Honduras and Nicaragua where you can marvel at the ruins of Copan, swim in remote freshwater lakes, hike up active volcanoes, and relax on stunning isolated beaches. Costa Rica, land of coffee and eco-tourism. Visit Cahuita National Park and watch Green Sea Turtles nesting in Tortuguero National Park, and end the tour in San Jose.

This tour traverses the length of Central America from Mexico to Costa Rica, taking in seven weeks of adventure travel. Mexico; visit Mayan ruins, explore colonial cities, sample the world famous cuisine, and relax on the turquoise Caribbean coastline, including the tranquil island of Isla Mujeres and the town of Playa del Carmen. Then onto Caye Caulker in Belize and the unforgettable Afro-Caribbean island, the perfect spot for snorkeling and diving. In Guatemala we visit the great Mayan city of Tikal, and Finca Ixobel to try caving, horse-riding and river tubing. We explore the area surrounding Lake Atitlan, including Panajachel, Chichicastenango markets and the cobbled stone-stone streets of colonial Antigua. Southwards to Honduras and Nicaragua where you can marvel at the ruins of Copan, explore the island of Ometepe and its volcanoes, and relax on the pacific beaches of San Juan del Sur. Into Costa Rica, we visit San Jose and the national parks of Cahuita and Tortuguero. Then over to the Pacific side and the town of La Fortuna and Volcano Arenal, which offers world class activities such as white water rafting, canyoneering, or take it easy in local hot springs. We cross Lake Arenal to Santa Elena and explore the ecosystems of Monteverde Cloud forest a hub of flora and fauna. We end off the tour with the sloths and monkeys on the beaches of Manual Antonio National Park before finishing in San Jose.