Costa Rica

Costa Rica Tour Overview

A Costa Rica tour is a walk in nature’s wild side, to discover a different, more natural way of life. A place to unwind and explore in equal measures. Where beautiful luxury lodges are found in deep river valleys, in beautiful jungle clearings and perched above the ocean. In just a few short hours you can travel from high volcanic peaks to the blue ocean.

Costa Rica sits on the land bridge in Central America, between the landmasses of North and South America. A migratory path for birds and marine animals, thus creating perfect conditions to harbour an astonishing diversity of wildlife and flora. Costa Rica is just 0.03% of the worlds land mass yet is home to 4% of all species on Earth. During a Costa Rica tour, you can move effortlessly between oceans while skipping between the jungles and the mountains at your desire. Perfect for combining laid back relaxing and getting away from it all, with adrenaline and adventure for friends and couples! Factor in the natural places for kids of all ages to explore, make it a perfect family tour destination.

Caribbean Coastline

The Caribbean coast of Costa Rica is more wild and untamed than other parts of the Caribbean you may visit. And we at Your Luxury Holiday believe that’s part of the charm. In the northeast of Costa Rica, Tortuguero is separated from the mainland by a network mangrove canals. From March to October, you can see nesting sea turtles. This was indeed one of the first places in the world to dedicate itself to the protection of nesting sea turtles.

The south of the Caribbean coastline is where to go for the beaches. Around Puerto Viejo, with cool boutique hotels perfect for your honeymoon or a getaway from it all. These beaches including Playa Cocles and Playa Chiquita are surfer hangouts surrounded by pristine rainforest.

Costa Rica effortless nature

Along the spine of Costa Rica, a chain of mountains and lost river valleys make up what they call the Central Valley. Not far from the capital San Jose, this area is where you can find the Braulio Carrillo National Park and the Irazu volcano. It’s an area well worth a stop for a few nights on a Costa Rica journey from east to west. It’s also where you can find a jungle and rafting adventure at the wonderful Pacuare Lodge.

Most tours to Costa Rica naturally include Arenal Volcano which plays backdrop to nature’s playground. Trekking the impressive volcano, walking on hanging bridges exploring high in the tree canopy before zip lining back down to earth! Or you may take a more relaxing boat trip and look for the howler monkeys. When discovering nature’s playground stay in one of the amazing mountain resorts. These small resorts have hot springs fed by the mighty Arenal Volcano.

Monteverde is another highland paradise, a cloud forest reserve high along the continental divide of the Americas. In the Monteverde Cloud Forest National Reserve, you can stay amongst the clouds in beautiful log cabins, an emerald green landscape which attracts sloths in the trees and the rare quetzal bird, the beautiful symbol of Central America.

Pacific Coastline

Costa Rica’s beautiful long Pacific Ocean coastline is where to find Costa Rica’s principal beach resorts where development is strictly controlled. We at Your Luxury Holiday have spent a bit of time in these different parts of the coast and can find the right place for what you’re looking for. The northern part of the Pacific is the location for most of the international brand hotels and larger resorts. Your Luxury Holiday recommends the Papagayo Gulf for young families and teens. With cool rainforests and adventure parks to discover. Further along the coast is Tamarindo which boasts beaches and bays ideal for surfing, as well as bohemian bars and beach restaurants. An impressive selection of beach resorts are set on these stunning beaches.

On the central Pacific coast of Costa Rica the resorts are much more spread out and boutique in style with the highlight of Manuel Antonio National Park. Around here and Quepos town there’s a selection of lovely hotels and the fantastic protected Manuel Antonio beach.

The south Pacific coast is where to head for amazing remote boutique eco beach resorts often only accessible by boat. They’re set around the Osa Peninsula and the huge Corcovado National Park and the Dulce Gulf. In this region, pristine rainforest leads down to hidden beaches. They’re perfect for snorkelling and dolphin and whale watching.

Touring and relaxing in Costa Rica can combine all of the different regions incredibly easily without days being wiped off travelling. A tailor-made holiday with Your Luxury Holiday will unravel a natural paradise of beach lazing, waterfall swimming and river rafting. Not to mention bird watching, zip wiring, hot spring bathing and basking in a friendly and perfectly preserved small country.