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Amazilia Travel

Amazilia Travel is a Destination Management Company and Tour Operator based in San Jose, Costa Rica. The company was established in 2006 and specializes in custom made itineraries and group travel throughout Costa Rica, Nicaragua and Panama. The founders are Naturalist Travel Guides with more than 20 years of experience organizing memorable trips and delivering world-class services focused on eco-tourism, bird watching and adventure traveling in every one of these exotic destinations.

The staff is capable to organize affordable trips considering the customer's desires and budget. Professional travel advisors will help travelers in every step of the way by answering all their questions about hotels, transportation choices and the best local expeditions. The company offers a wide selection of economy as well as luxury hotels around the region. All accommodations were visited by the staff and are permanently evaluated. All customers will receive a personal meet and greet at their arrival to the airport, as well as 24-hour assistance at each destination.

Amazilia Travel is part of the following groups: Costa Rica Travel Agents

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A Wonderful Introduction to Costa Rica
Costa Rica | Jun 28 - Jul 6, 2025

Victoria
Victoria P.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jul 07, 2025
This was our first time to Costa Rica and we wanted to bring family from several places to join including in-country and from three spots in the US. After some reasearch, we chose KimKim as the company to help us have an all-inclusive trip through the highlights of Costa Rica. Olman was assigned as our travel advisor and, in short, he did a bang-up job arranging our trip and getting everyone gathered into one spot smoothly. We gave KimKim a budget, a wishlist of activities, quality of hotels... Read more

This was our first time to Costa Rica and we wanted to bring family from several places to join including in-country and from three spots in the US. After some reasearch, we chose KimKim as the company to help us have an all-inclusive trip through the highlights of Costa Rica. Olman was assigned as our travel advisor and, in short, he did a bang-up job arranging our trip and getting everyone gathered into one spot smoothly. We gave KimKim a budget, a wishlist of activities, quality of hotels and asked for private transfers between places as it was the rainy season and the driving sounded iffy. Olman listened carefully and was very patient in revising our itinerary many times before it was set. It became increasingly apparent that who you know is important. Olman connected us with local services, guides, tours, restaurants and hotels that enabled us to not worry about the details and just enjoy ourselves. Any issues we did have, Olman and his team were fairly responsive and got back to us within hours, if not sooner. We never tried the emergency number, so have no info on that service.

Itinerary (8 days): San Jose - La Fortuna and the Arenal volcano. - Monteverde (cloud forest) - Manuel Antonio (beach)

Travel: Private driver (Leo). Olman arranged transport from the San Jose airport to each of our hotels and back again. It went perfectly. I want to put in a kind word for our driver Leo, who stayed with us almost the whole trip and was fantastic. He was unerringly on time, careful, thoughtful, courteous and friendly. He would stop when he saw wildlife he thought we'd like to see, he planned stops and suggested restaurants and was generally flexible and helpful for the whole trip. Leo made going from place to place seamless and stress free (and there is a lot of driving). If you do use a private transport, be prepared to tip your driver $10 - $20 per person, per day depending on your experience.

Hotels & Places:
> La Fortuna and Arenal volcano. We stayed at the Arenal Montechiari hotel, which had bungalows which blended with the landscape and had a terrific view of the Arenal volcano. We took a tour of the volcano area and local waterfall led by the local tour guide Franklin (as recommended by KimKim). Franklin was a character - full of knowledge and stories. We highly recommend him, especially for those who want to know about the local plants and wildlife. This was one of the highlights of our trip.

> Monteverde. We stayed at the El Establo Mountain Hotel. Beautiful hotel with unbeatable views of the clouds and countryside. It has extensive wildlife paths on the property. In the area we enjoyed a tour of the local coffee, chocolate and sugar cane farm as hosted by Don Juan Monteverde - again, the local and deep knowledge of the process was really interesting. We also went to the zip line adventure park including cloud forest canopy bridges and gondola ride. This was another fantastic day. You really get a sense of how naturally diverse the area is. Finally, we also did an amazing night hike at the Monteverde Wildlife Refuge which you MUST have a guide for. Our guide, Mario, did an incredible job spotting snakes, spiders, birds, owls and bats. This was a longer hike with lots of ups and downs - a poncho, flashlight and binoculars come in handy.

> Manuel Antonio. Our last location was at the Kahari Beach Hotel. The hotel is a beach hotel and was a little plainer in it's amenities than our other hotels, however Olman told us to give it a chance and he was right. The staff, food, access to the beach and views were terrific and we would come back again. Beach is a wide swath of volcanic sand n which you can walk into the waves a good distance. They also had beach life guards which we were glad of. Hotel is surrounded by wildlife with sloths, monkeys, iguanas and more hanging around the property. Drinks and lunch on the beach was very relaxing and staff was attentive. We also took a day hike in the nearby Manuel Antonio preserve. Olman had said we did not need a guide for this one, and again, he was right. Paths are clear, wide and well mapped. It's a circle, so you won't get lost.

We ended our trip with a ride back to San Jose and the Hampton Inn by the airport which has shuttles to the airport every 15 min or so. Good hotel, comfortable rooms and a good choice for our last night.

Bottom line was this was a memorable family trip that went amazingly smoothly given all the moving parts. Thank you, Olman and KimKim!

Hotel Reviews
Hampton by Hilton San José Airport
Alajuela

Good place to stay by the airport. Very comfortable rooms and dining was fairly good. Shuttle to airport runs 24/7 every 15 minutes. Great place to start or end a trip.

Authenticity & Character
It's a Hampton.
Location
10 minutes to airport.
Staff
Very attentive and friendly.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Karahé Beach Hotel
Manuel Antonio

Hotel is adequate, but amenities, grounds, and staff upgrade the whole experience. Higher floor rooms seem nicer than lower rooms. Rooms are basic, but clean and comfortable. Restaurant, staff and beach are terrific. Food was good, standard Costa Rica fare, drinks were good and staff went the extra mile. Direct beach access is a big bonus and the beach itself is lovely. There are life guards, which we liked, and you can go out a long way because it is shallow. Playing in the waves was terrific and you can rent surf boards and boogie boards right there. There are roaming beach vendors, but they were always nice and backed off immediately if you said no. There is lots of wildlife right on the grounds with sloths, monkeys and birds. Would definitely stay again.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Direct beach access and only 1.5 miles from entrance to Manuel Antonio Park entrance.
Staff
They did a great job taking care of us.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms are very clean. Beds are comfortable. Furniture is basic. Remember that it is a beach hotel and salt eats everything.
El Establo Mountain Hotel
Monteverde

We loved our stay here. While very spread out, the views were wonderful. There are walking paths on the grounds, a nice pool with a bar and a decent restaurant.

Authenticity & Character
Loved the stone facade and integrated nature.
Location
Up on the hill side, views were beautiful and often dramatic.
Staff
Friendly.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very nicely appointed rooms. Could use screens on windows to enjoy the views but keep insects out.
Hotel Arenal Montechiari
La Fortuna
Authenticity & Character
Bungalow style was fun an made you feel integrated into the surrounding nature.
Location
Within walking distance of La Fortuna with a good view of Arenal volcano.
Staff
Friendly.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms are bungalow style. AC is each, which was nice. Bathrooms are open air vented. Room was clean and comfortable.
Activity Reviews
Night Excursion at the Wildlife Refuge in Monteverde
Night Excursion at the Wildlife Refuge in Monteverde
Monteverde

One of the best excursions we had. You really feel a part of the nature and night time is when you can see the animal and insect world in full swing. The walk is about 2 hours and is up and down, so be ready for a good walk. Our guide, Mario, was excellent and we saw far more than I expected.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Coffee, Chocolate & Sugar Cane Experience
Coffee, Chocolate & Sugar Cane Experience
Monteverde

We didn't know what to expect at Don Juans, but turned out great. Our guide was entertaining and was very knowledgeable about the process, uses and market of the chocolate, coffee and sugar cane farms. Lots of opportunity to smell, touch and taste.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Arenal 1968 Hike & Visit to La Fortuna Waterfall
Arenal 1968 Hike & Visit to La Fortuna Waterfall
Arenal/La Fortuna

Rustic and outdoorsy. Our guide, Franklin, really made the difference as he knew an amazing amount of info about the volcano, plants, insects and animals. Amazing views and well worth it.

Quality of Experience
Food
A very nice coffee shop by the entrance. Wonderful views from the roof terrace.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide, Franklin, was excellent. Took his job very seriously and had a great amount of knowledge of the area and the natural surroundings.
Transport
Local specialist: Olman Romero
Olman
Olman Romero
Local specialist in San Jose, Costa Rica | Replied on Jul 07, 2025

Hello Victoria,

Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed review!
I'm truly glad everything came together smoothly for your family trip and that you enjoyed the experiences, guides, and beautiful destinations.

It was a pleasure helping you plan this special journey, and I’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to Leo and the rest of the team.

Pura Vida!
Olman

Remarkable time in a natural paradise
Costa Rica | Jun 8 - Jun 14, 2025

Andy
Andy C.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025
Wow. We worked with KimKim to create a 7 day trip for four friends traveling together, and from first to last this was Ana awesome experience. Yuliana (and the local team of travel specialists) was very helpful in creating draft itineraries and then changed and adapting them the more we talked. We ended up with enough activities for fun and adventure and seeing the country, but time for rest and relaxation and exploring on our own. We found it easy to navigate and drive throughout Costa Rica,... Read more

Wow. We worked with KimKim to create a 7 day trip for four friends traveling together, and from first to last this was Ana awesome experience. Yuliana (and the local team of travel specialists) was very helpful in creating draft itineraries and then changed and adapting them the more we talked. We ended up with enough activities for fun and adventure and seeing the country, but time for rest and relaxation and exploring on our own. We found it easy to navigate and drive throughout Costa Rica, and every single one of of our reservations went off with no problems, on time, and as planned. Thank you for this kindness!

Hotel Review
Koora Hotel
Monteverde

This was a phenomenal choice. What a remarkable location, with such beauty and serenity. And if that were not enough, the restaurant and the rooms were perfectly adorned and in keeping with the landscape. And yet - the service surpassed even that. From first to last, every interaction was marked by kindness, responsiveness, and a delight in seeing our own delight. We shared some absolutely memorable moments. I absolutely want to return here, and the whole staff at Koora deserves high praise.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Yuliana Valverde
Yuliana
Yuliana Valverde
Local specialist in San José, Costa Rica | Replied on Jun 30, 2025

Hello Colin,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review!

It was truly a pleasure helping you and your friends plan this adventure in Costa Rica. I’m so happy to hear that the balance of activities, relaxation, and time to explore on your own worked out perfectly, and that everything went smoothly along the way!

Your kind words mean a lot, and I’m thrilled you had such a memorable experience. If you ever decide to return to Costa Rica, I would love to help you plan your next journey.

Warm regards from Costa Rica,
Yuliana

Amazing Family Vacation!
Costa Rica | Jun 13 - Jun 19, 2025

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Katie P.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025
Amazing Family Vacation! Our trip to Costa Rica was amazing! Yuliana did a great job of planning out great excursions while giving us plenty of time to relax and explore all while staying within our budget. We spent 3 night in LaFortuna at the Arenal Country Inn. It was a beautiful property. The rooms were nothing fancy but we loved being walking distance to the town and the breakfast was delicious! While there we did a zip lining tour. There are so many different adventure parks... Read more

Amazing Family Vacation!

Our trip to Costa Rica was amazing! Yuliana did a great job of planning out great excursions while giving us plenty of time to relax and explore all while staying within our budget.

We spent 3 night in LaFortuna at the Arenal Country Inn. It was a beautiful property. The rooms were nothing fancy but we loved being walking distance to the town and the breakfast was delicious! While there we did a zip lining tour. There are so many different adventure parks that we passed that all offer zip lining but Yuliana set us up with one that I think has to be one of the best with views of the waterfall and the ability to swim near the waterfall. We also did a volcano hike and went to the hot springs. This was a good excursion but the weather didn’t cooperate for us.

After this we traveled to Playa Hermosa and spent 3 night at Bosque Del Mar. This hotel was amazing! Right on the beach and very small. No having to get up early to save beach chairs. It was quiet and peaceful. If you’re looking for bars or party scene, this is probably not the right place but for our family vacation it was great for us. While there we did a catamaran tour/sunset cruise with snorkeling. The trip with Marlin del ray tours was great - awesome food and drinks.

All transportation that Yuliana arranged arrived on time. I really like how we didn’t have to travel too far for any of the activities. Our catamaran tour that was scheduled for Tuesday was moved to Wednesday- no issue. Kimkim sent me a message and also notified the hotel of the change and they informed us as well.

I’m so happy I used Kimkim. It took all the stress out of planning and I’m sure I could not have planned a better trip. I had 3 very happy teenagers which says a lot!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Bosque del Mar
Playa Hermosa

This hotel was beautiful. Service and staff were amazing. Great happy hour drink specials. It’s right on the beach. It’s a small hotel so getting to beach was a very short walk down a pathway.

Authenticity & Character
It was like being in a rain forest. We saw monkeys from our room!
Location
Staff
Very helpful and attentive
Cleanliness & Comfort
Arenal Country Inn
La Fortuna

Great little hotel. For the price, this place is beautiful and the breakfast is delicious. Rooms are basic. There’s a decent sized pool with amazing views of the volcano. It’s by no means luxurious but it’s adequate and clean and the location is great for walking to town .

Authenticity & Character
Beautifully maintained grounds
Location
Just a 10-15 walk to tons of restaurants!
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
It was clean. Beds were a kind of hard. Not the best for sleeping but the air conditioning was great - kept the room cool but not noisy
Local specialist: Yuliana Valverde
Yuliana
Yuliana Valverde
Local specialist in San José, Costa Rica | Replied on Jun 30, 2025

Hello Katie,
Thank you so much for your lovely message
I am so happy to hear you had a great time and that everything went smoothly. It was a pleasure helping you plan this special trip, and I am thrilled your family, especially the teenagers, enjoyed the experience.
Wishing you all the best, and hope to help you again for the next adventure in Costa Rica.
Pura Vida!
Yuliana

Working with Kim Kim was so easy!...
Costa Rica | Jun 14 - Jun 25, 2025

Margaret
Margaret S.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025
Working with Yuliana was very easy. She listened to my needs and we worked around my husband’s limited mobility to still have a great vacation. Every pick up, whether it was for a transfer or an activity arrived just when Yuliana told me it would. We were very impressed with the organization and coordination of our vacation from start to finish! Read more

Working with Yuliana was very easy. She listened to my needs and we worked around my husband’s limited mobility to still have a great vacation. Every pick up, whether it was for a transfer or an activity arrived just when Yuliana told me it would. We were very impressed with the organization and coordination of our vacation from start to finish!

Hotel Reviews
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
San José

Pretty hotel, very comfortable. Great location. Lots to do nearby.

Authenticity & Character
Not much character. Just an upscale place to be before heading home
Location
Great places to eat nearby.
Staff
Very helpful with recommendations
Cleanliness & Comfort
Clean, quiet and within walking distance of resturants and sights
Hotel Locanda Samara Beach
Samara

This was our least favorite hotel. The room was dark and damp. There was really nowhere to go and sit during the rain storms other than our room. The dining area had so many flies that it was hard to enjoy our meals. Our room 2B didnt have a safe. My husband had $160 taken from his wallet on our last day there while we were at breakfast. The hotel was in a great location but i wouldn't recommend it for future guests. The horsebackriding excursion on the beach and thru the jungle was the best one that o have ever taken. The hotel excursion gal was super helpful in helping us plan this.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Great walking distance to other places to eat that were close by.
Staff
Very slow service in dining area.
Cleanliness & Comfort
More places to sit, other than in our room during rain storms. There was a lot!
Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco
Monteverde

Great hotel! Very cute decor. Nice pool with a swim up bar and hot tub area. There was still some construction at this property but it wasnt a problem. Good breakfast and menu for lunch, snacks or dinner.

Authenticity & Character
The decorations. The cute area that we could hang out and watch the NBA game without being stuck in our room.
Location
Great location. Lots of places to eat other than the hotel right across the street
Staff
The pool waiter. I dont remember his name
Cleanliness & Comfort
Everything
Volcano Lodge, Hotel & Thermal Experience
San Carlos, Alajuela

Very basic, but comfortable. Big property, too spread out. Long walk to front desk for excursion pick up. Food okay.

Authenticity & Character
Very basic
Location
We would have liked to be closer to town
Staff
Friendly, but communication gap
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Horseback Riding to La Fortuna Waterfall
Horseback Riding to La Fortuna Waterfall
Arenal/La Fortuna

The two men that led the horseback ride were very good about keeping a close eye on everyone and make sure we were safe. Bratiful ride to the waterfall through the jungle. The walk to the waterfall and back was too strenuous for us to do.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
EcoTermales Hot Springs Experience with Meal
EcoTermales Hot Springs Experience with Meal
Arenal/La Fortuna

Beautiful place, amazing setting to have a cocktail and chat with fellow travelers from around the world. Good buffet dinner afterward.

Quality of Experience
Lovely setting
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
On time! Very nice
Coffee, Chocolate & Sugar Cane Farm Experience
Coffee, Chocolate & Sugar Cane Farm Experience
Arenal/La Fortuna

Very knowledgeable guide, she was funny and made the tour special. Many different station to see , feel and taste the coffee process.

Quality of Experience
Very organized
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Friendly, funny and knowledgeable
Transport
On time, AC and clean.
Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge Boat Safari
Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge Boat Safari
Arenal/La Fortuna

Great guide on the river. Pointed out a lot of wildlife and helped us get good pictures on our cameras. Very knowledgeable!

Local specialist: Yuliana Valverde
Yuliana
Yuliana Valverde
Local specialist in San José, Costa Rica | Replied on Jun 30, 2025

Hello Margaret,
Thank you so much for your kind words!
It was truly a pleasure working with you. I’m so glad to hear that everything went smoothly and that you and your husband were able to enjoy a wonderful vacation together. Making sure the trip fit your needs was very important to me, and I’m happy we could make it both comfortable and memorable.
Wishing you all the best, and I would love to help you again in the future!
Warm regards from Costa Rica,
Yuliana

We visited CR for 8 days and traveled to La F...
Costa Rica | Jun 9 - Jun 16, 2025

Gina
Gina P.
Memphis, TN | Reviewed on Jun 17, 2025
We visited CR for 8 days and traveled to La Fortuna/Arenal, Monteverde and Manual Antonio. Creating the itinerary was very easy. Transfers to and from every location were on time with friendly drivers/guides.
Hotel in La Fortuna (Lomas del Volcan) was beautiful and amazing. Grounds were lovely and food was wonderful. Loved the hot springs and Wildlife Refuge Boat Safari. The hike up to the volcano (El Silencio hike) was not impressive and not as described. This was the only guide the...
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We visited CR for 8 days and traveled to La Fortuna/Arenal, Monteverde and Manual Antonio. Creating the itinerary was very easy. Transfers to and from every location were on time with friendly drivers/guides.
Hotel in La Fortuna (Lomas del Volcan) was beautiful and amazing. Grounds were lovely and food was wonderful. Loved the hot springs and Wildlife Refuge Boat Safari. The hike up to the volcano (El Silencio hike) was not impressive and not as described. This was the only guide the entire trip who seemed like he didn't want to be there.
Enjoyed the Rainforest chocolate tour - it exceeded our expectations.
Shuttle and lake crossing to Monteverde = lake was beautiful, but roads were tedious.
Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco: not as nice or roomy as first hotel. Nice staff, decent breakfast, clean.
Night Excursion at the Wildlife Refuge in Monteverde: nicely run and enthusiastic guide. Just rained so hard that we didn't get to see much.
Selvatura Park Self-Guided Hanging Bridges & Zip Lining: very unique zip lining adventure - beautiful and well run. The zip lines were very long and high above the tree tops, and also had a "Tarzan" swing. Great guides. Hanging bridges were lovely.
Hotel Playa Espadilla in Monteverde was pretty standard, small room, just ok food, clean. Staff was friendly.
Catamaran Adventure with Snorkeling in Manual Antonio was on a huge boat with about 50 other people. Enjoyed the ride and swimming. No snorkeling because there was no visibility due to rain/sediment issues which was disappointing. Had to eat lunch back at the marina because waves were too choppy. Nice and professional staff.
Transfers to and from San Jose airport were on time, comfortable with experienced drivers.

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Local specialist: Olman Romero
Olman
Olman Romero
Local specialist in San Jose, Costa Rica | Replied on Jun 18, 2025
Hello Gina, Thank you so much for sharing such a detailed review of your Costa Rica trip!
It sounds like you had a wonderful experience overall, especially with the smooth transfers and the fantastic activities like the Rainforest Chocolate Tour and Selvatura Park zip lining.
I appreciate your honest feedback on the hotels; it’s great to hear you loved Lomas del Volcan and had a good experience with the staff at Poco a Poco and Playa Espadilla, even if the accommodations varied a bit.... Read more

Hello Gina,

Thank you so much for sharing such a detailed review of your Costa Rica trip!
It sounds like you had a wonderful experience overall, especially with the smooth transfers and the fantastic activities like the Rainforest Chocolate Tour and Selvatura Park zip lining.

I appreciate your honest feedback on the hotels; it’s great to hear you loved Lomas del Volcan and had a good experience with the staff at Poco a Poco and Playa Espadilla, even if the accommodations varied a bit. Also, I’m sorry the El Silencio hike and some of the snorkeling didn’t meet expectations, and that the weather affected your wildlife night tour and catamaran trip.

Best,
Olman

My sisters and I had an amazing experience wi...
Costa Rica | May 31 - Jun 7, 2025

Annie
Annie M.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jun 14, 2025
My sisters and I had an amazing experience with your crew! From pick up to drop off it was well organized and planned. We could not have asked for a better experience, your staff in every step of the way were professional and prompt. We highly recommend anyone who is not sure how to plan a trip to Costa Rica to book with you!!! Thank you, thank you again. For our next vacation and experience we are already considering your services. Read more

My sisters and I had an amazing experience with your crew! From pick up to drop off it was well organized and planned. We could not have asked for a better experience, your staff in every step of the way were professional and prompt.

We highly recommend anyone who is not sure how to plan a trip to Costa Rica to book with you!!!

Thank you, thank you again. For our next vacation and experience we are already considering your services.

Hotel Reviews
Volcano Lodge, Hotel & Thermal Experience
San Carlos, Alajuela

Great place. The rooms could use a little bit of an upgrade but it was very clean and grounds along with hot springs were super enjoyable!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Bosque del Mar
Playa Hermosa

Great location and quaint hotel!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Safari Float & Hike to La Fortuna Waterfall
Safari Float & Hike to La Fortuna Waterfall
Arenal/La Fortuna
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Arenal 1968 Hike & Visit to Ecotermales Hot Springs
Arenal 1968 Hike & Visit to Ecotermales Hot Springs
Arenal/La Fortuna
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Catamaran Sailing Excursion
Catamaran Sailing Excursion
Costa Rica
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Olman Romero
Olman
Olman Romero
Local specialist in San Jose, Costa Rica | Replied on Jun 16, 2025

Hello Annie,

Thank you so much for your kind words!
We’re thrilled to hear you and your sisters had such a great experience with our team. It means a lot to us, and we’d be honored to help you plan your next adventure.

Looking forward to welcoming you back to Costa Rica soon!

Pura Vida,
Olman

Yuliana prepared a great trip for us. She adj...
Costa Rica | May 23 - Jun 1, 2025

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amira P.
Houston, TX | Reviewed on Jun 08, 2025
Yuliana prepared a great trip for us. She adjusted the plans to our needs and preferences according to the number of days we were in Costa Rica. The places she suggested to stay were very comfortable and easy to reach, and the activities she planned were exactly what we wanted. Thanks Yuliana, Adrián, and Graciela for our wonderful vacation in Costa Rica. Pura Vida! Read more

Yuliana prepared a great trip for us. She adjusted the plans to our needs and preferences according to the number of days we were in Costa Rica. The places she suggested to stay were very comfortable and easy to reach, and the activities she planned were exactly what we wanted. Thanks Yuliana, Adrián, and Graciela for our wonderful vacation in Costa Rica. Pura Vida!

Hotel Review
El Silencio del Campo Hotel
La Fortuna

Charming place, excellent service, very clean, and good food. Highly recommended!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Coffee, Chocolate & Sugar Cane Farm Experience
Coffee, Chocolate & Sugar Cane Farm Experience
Arenal/La Fortuna

David is an amazing guide. His explanation and tour was fun and educational at the same time. Thanks!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Arenal Volcano to El Castillo Mountain Bike Tour
Arenal Volcano to El Castillo Mountain Bike Tour
Arenal/La Fortuna

It rained a bit at the beginning, but we decided to continue and it was a very good decision. It was an excellent tour and the guides were very friendly and knowledgeable.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Yuliana Valverde
Yuliana
Yuliana Valverde
Local specialist in San José, Costa Rica | Replied on Jun 09, 2025

Hello Amira,
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was a pleasure helping you plan your trip. I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed the places and activities, we loved being part of your Costa Rica adventure.
Pura Vida!
Yuliana

We had an amazing time in Costa Rica, visitin...
Costa Rica | May 16 - May 25, 2025

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Susan B.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on May 27, 2025

We had an amazing time in Costa Rica, visiting Arenal Fortuna and Manual Antonio. We enjoyed our stay at the Volcano Lodge and were blown away by how beautiful Los Altos Hotel was. Everywhere we went we were met with polite, friendly and helpful staff. The Kimkim team was very helpful in planning our trip and making the vacation relaxing.

Local specialist: Yuliana Valverde
Yuliana
Yuliana Valverde
Local specialist in San José, Costa Rica | Replied on May 27, 2025

Hello Susan,
Thanks so much for your kind words! We're really happy to hear you had such a great time in Costa Rica. Arenal and Manuel Antonio are beautiful places, and it’s great that you enjoyed both Volcano Lodge and Los Altos Hotel. It’s always nice when the people you meet are friendly and helpful, it really makes a difference. We're so glad the Kimkim team could help make your trip easy and relaxing. Hope you come back to visit again someday, pura vida!
Yuliana

All in all we had a great experience. Plannin...
Costa Rica | May 1 - May 14, 2025

Ashifa
Ashifa K.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on May 21, 2025
All in all we had a great experience. Planning the trip with Yuliana was a stress free experience. She was very prompt with her replies and always very helpful. She was also easy to connect with over the phone. All our excursions were great. We had a slight issue with one of the excursions but Yuliana resolved the issue and we received a refund. I would highly recommend Yuliana and her team to anyone planning a trip to Costa Rica. Read more

All in all we had a great experience. Planning the trip with Yuliana was a stress free experience. She was very prompt with her replies and always very helpful. She was also easy to connect with over the phone. All our excursions were great. We had a slight issue with one of the excursions but Yuliana resolved the issue and we received a refund. I would highly recommend Yuliana and her team to anyone planning a trip to Costa Rica.

Hotel Reviews
Parador Nature Resort & Spa
Manuel Antonio

Nice and clean hotel and great staff. Jordan and his waiting staff are wonderful. He remembered all our names and would greet us by our names every time he saw us. They make sure you have a customized wonderful experience and they tend to hear every need to ensure that things are just the way you like them. They will go above and beyond to make sure there’s a smile on your face and they were the bright part of my day every day when I went for a meal.

Authenticity & Character
Location
It is on top of a hill which is so cool. You definitely need a car if you are staying at this hotel.
Staff
The staff, especially Jordan was so sweet and friendly. He made sure to learn all our names and would greet us by our name every time he would see us.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs
Fortuna
Location
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Manuel Antonio National Park Guided Hike
Manuel Antonio National Park Guided Hike
Costa Rica
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Night Excursion at the Wildlife Refuge in Monteverde
Night Excursion at the Wildlife Refuge in Monteverde
Monteverde
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Boating in Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge
Boating in Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge
Arenal/La Fortuna
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve Guided Hike
Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve Guided Hike
Monteverde
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Coffee, Chocolate & Sugar Cane Experience
Coffee, Chocolate & Sugar Cane Experience
Monteverde
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Sky Tram, Ziplines & Sky Walk Adventure
Sky Tram, Ziplines & Sky Walk Adventure
Arenal/La Fortuna
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Yuliana Valverde
Yuliana
Yuliana Valverde
Local specialist in San José, Costa Rica | Replied on May 22, 2025

Hello Ashifa,

Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful review. I am truly happy to hear that you had a great experience and that the planning process felt smooth and stress free. It was a pleasure helping you create your Costa Rica adventure, and I appreciate your understanding and patience with the small hiccup along the way.

Your recommendation means a lot, and I am so glad you enjoyed the excursions and felt supported throughout your journey. Wishing you many more amazing travels ahead, and if Costa Rica calls you back, I will be here to help!

Pura Vida!
Yuliana

Wonderful trip
Costa Rica | May 12 - May 19, 2025

Debbie
Debbie M.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on May 21, 2025

Wonderful trip.
Especially enjoyed Arenal Observatory Lodge and the Wilderness Resort Lodge at Drake Bay.
The food was fabulous and the service was splendid.
The La Paz Falls visit on the last day was a perfect ending before our late night departure.
I am already thinking of my next visit to Costa Rica and what new areas I would like to visit.
Thanks for all your suggestions and for making the arrangements.
Blessings,
Debbie from Alabama

Local specialist: Yuliana Valverde
Yuliana
Yuliana Valverde
Local specialist in San José, Costa Rica | Replied on May 22, 2025

Dear Debbie,

Thank you so much for your kind message. I am thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful trip and that places like Arenal Observatory Lodge and the Wilderness Resort Lodge in Drake Bay left such a special impression. It sounds like the food, the service, and the La Paz Waterfall visit came together beautifully to make your experience unforgettable.

It was a joy helping you plan this journey, and I would be delighted to assist with your next adventure whenever you are ready to explore more of Costa Rica.

Best,
Yuliana