Amazing Adventure into the Rainforest and Relaxation at the Beach!
Costa Rica | Feb 10 - Feb 16, 2026

Nancy
Nancy E.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Wow! What an incredible adventure into the rainforest and beautiful Pacific coast. Holden planned our trip with so many amazing experiences: Safari float down a river in the rainforest, night hike to see cool frogs, the most unusual snakes and a sloth, a cooking class, a hike in the Arenal Volcano area and hike through the Hanging Bridges. Our guide from Serendipity was a local named Mariono. He was amazing! Shared so much of what we were seeing on our hikes, the history, culture and so much fun. The logistics were smooth with no problems. What a great way to see a country and experience its treasures without wasting time on logistics of where to go or where to have dinner. Our hotels were fantastic. The Arenal Manoa Hotel hot spring pools were beautiful and fun to relax in. The lushness of the vegetation around our rooms were also unique and cozy. The Bosque del Mar hotel at Playa Hermosa was beautiful and right on the beach. Our drivers got us everywhere we needed to be on time. I am so impressed with the trip this team put together for us! Thank you!!!!

Hotel Reviews
Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs
Fortuna

Beautiful trail by pool with hot springs. Lovely breakfast spot overlooking the Arenal Volcano. We loved the location and pool areas were lovely. Great pizza!

Authenticity & Character
Lush landscape and hot springs were in a spectacular setting
Location
East to get to the areas we were visiting.
Staff
Very friendly and easy to communicate with.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Nice rooms with a private porch
Hotel Bosque del Mar
Playa Hermosa

Most beautiful view of the beach from open-air breakfast area. Quiet beach - much better than the beach in Coco. Rooms were large with a nice sitting area overlooking the pool.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Holden Ketchum
Holden
Holden Ketchum
Local specialist in Cartago, Costa Rica | Replied on Feb 17, 2026

Hello Nancy
Thank you for your kind words. That's wonderful that you had a great adventure together and enjoyed all the beauty of Costa Rica. It sounds like you had the best time. It was a pleasure to work with you throughout the process.

Thank you
Holden Ketchum
Serendipity Adventures