Great Trip!
Costa Rica
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Mar 7 - Mar 17, 2024
We had a glitch with the planning on the platform that took a few calls to straighten out but the response was thorough and everything was fixed. Our planned itinerary went off without a hitch. All rides showed up on time. The activities were fun and the highlight of each day. The guides were all good. Some were better than others. Otto from Defesino can sing like a pro. Axel in Monteverde is a student of the forest.
I would have changed our lodging in La Fortuna (Las Colinas) if I had known better. In the city it is LOUD.
The Villa Lodge in Monteverde was nice with a great lab named Bobby. In hindsight, I would have liked a viewpoint. I didn't realize how far we were from the beach in Manuel Antonio and would suggest renting a scooter or something to get around better.
Using Kimkim made the trip happen. No one had to dig through every step and figure it out.
Next time I will research the lodgings and location better. It would be helpful for Kimkim to offer what a little more expensive and or cheaper alternative might be. I will use Kim kim again.
Hotel Reviews
short nights stay for an early flight. clean, comfortable, not much for food options in the area unless you are a fan of Denny's
Nice, clean, friendly. In the main area so not close to the beach. Small sized rooms for two queen beds. Nice pool.
Big rooms, clean, nice garden area to hang in. Bobby the Lodge Lab was awesome. Friendly staff. If it had a view I would give it a 5
LOUD. Motorcycles all day and late into the night echo throughout the town. Nice staff, room was basic but fine. The restaurant staff downstairs , Balcon Arenal, was great.
Activity Reviews
A beach worth visiting. The far beach was closed.
Hugo was a good guide. Knowledgable. Great views. Not sure if you need a guide for this one other than to make the day plug and play.
Staff made the experience safe and fun. The groups height anxieties went away. Beautiful canyon and a great way to see a sliver of the interior country.
Otto was a fun guide. He sings and teaches you to dance. Incredible viewpoint of the volcano.
Very cool hike. Unique. Take the horses.
Alex was awesome. Super thoughtful guy and a real student of the forest.
Park is not very big and is crowded in March. The monkeys were out, saw sloths, tucan. Beach is beautiful. The guide Jose found stuff to talk about and keep us entertained.
Fun ecosystem to explore. Hugo was really good. Authentic experience.
