We had a great couple of weeks in Costa Rica, all planned through Kimkim and their agent Yuliana with Amazilla Travel in Costa Rica. Yuliana did a great job planning the trip following our, and our friends from Canada traveling with us, input on what to see and things we were interested in doing.
We travelled from Liberia to Monteverde by private transportation and knowledgeable guide that explained points of interest during the ~ 3 hour drive.
The Zip Line organized by Yuliana was... read more
We had a great couple of weeks in Costa Rica, all planned through Kimkim and their agent Yuliana with Amazilla Travel in Costa Rica. Yuliana did a great job planning the trip following our, and our friends from Canada traveling with us, input on what to see and things we were interested in doing.
We travelled from Liberia to Monteverde by private transportation and knowledgeable guide that explained points of interest during the ~ 3 hour drive.
The Zip Line organized by Yuliana was fantastic. It worked out very well starting in the north cloud forest region first as it was a bit cooler but still very conformable mid 60’s to 70’s then making our way to lower elevations and south as the trip progressed. The accommodations were clean, comfortable and nice throughout the trip. Other main places visited included, La Fortune, Manuel Antonio and San Jose. Highlights were the Zip Line, Los Lagos hot springs resort, planned tours and hikes to beautiful water falls. Tour guides were friendly and knowledgeable which made the trip that must more enjoyable.
We learned a lot about the country, regions, culture, parks and animals through the organized tours so very glad we took them. All in all, it was a great trip, saw and did lots of things and had the right amount of down time. Would do it again.
Lorenzo & Helen C
Hotel Reviews
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
Fortuna
This is a very nice resort with lots of hot spring pools, things to do and good restaurant. The rooms are spacious and clean as are the grounds and facilities. The town is easy to get to and Uber was a good mode of transportation. Great view of the volcano from the resort.
Location
Located at the foot of the volcano and 5 minute drive to the town.
Monteverde Country Lodge
Monteverde
Good accommodations. Its on a hill so walking to stores and restaurants is very tough. Can take taxi
Hotel Presidente San Jose City Center
San José
Well located in the heart of the city. Lots to see in within walking distance. As with many big cities, you will see some homeless people is some areas.
Hotel Costa Verde
Manuel Antonio
Amazing view of the ocean. Located in the hillside and close to the beach. Walking distance if you're a walker that doesn't mind steep hills. Local bus passed and stops near the hotel and other places of interest. Hotel grounds are well kept and a number of pools and great views. Restaurants are close by. Rooms are clean, spacious and great A/C.
Location
View of the ocean.
Activity Reviews
Monteverde Hanging Bridges & Zip Lining
Monteverde
These were amazing zip lines, 13 in total. Some long some short. Well run and safe.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Coffee & Chocolate Tour in Monteverde
Monteverde
Fun and tasty. Learned a few things about coffee and chocolate too.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
El Silencio Volcano Hike & Visit to La Fortuna Waterfall
Arenal/La Fortuna
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Río Celeste & Tenorio Volcano National Park Guided Rainforest Hike
Arenal/La Fortuna
Timing was right, if too raining you won't see the turquoise color, we were lucky and it was amazing.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Ocean Kayaking & Snorkeling
Manuel Antonio
Fun kayaking here. The guide was good and water calm.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
San José City Tour
San José
City tour was informative and interesting.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Yuliana Valverde
