Costa Rica Family Vacation

Our Costa Rica Family Adventure

Costa Rica is the perfect destination if you are looking to explore nature and have a fun family adventure together. Tailored to multi-generational travel, you and your loved ones get to choose between an exhilarating zipline ride or a scenic stroll on a hanging bridge in the cloud forest. And everyone will love guided nature walks, spotting active wildlife (like playful monkeys and colorful toucans), and relaxing by the pool. Our handcrafted itinerary strikes the ideal balance between active exploration and leisurely moments together, ensuring that you fully immerse yourself in Costa Rica’s ‘pura vida’ lifestyle.

Activities in Costa Rica that Families Love:

• Immersing Yourselves In Nature
  Join your naturalist guide for fascinating walks that introduce you to the lagoons, mangroves and countryside of the islands, on foot at eye level. You’ll never forget a rainforest walk that winds behind five thundering waterfalls!
• Making (& Tasting) Chocolate
  Set out on a visit to an organic farm for a tour as you all learn about the fascinating process of making chocolate. And then roll up your sleeves for a hands-on chocolate-making experience.
• Encountering Wildlife
  Everyone will love coming face-to-face with lazy sloths, spotting vibrant Scarlet Macaws in the treetops, and seeing boisterous howler monkeys playing.
• Discovering The Osa Peninsula
  You won’t believe your eyes when you get to explore the unparalleled biodiversity, aptly named “the most biologically intense place on Earth” by National Geographic. Keep your eyes peeled and your camera ready for epic wildlife sightings.
• Interacting with Locals
  Enjoy memorable and meaningful connections with Costa Rican ‘ticos’ through a heartwarming visit to a local village school and exploring a coffee plantation with the owners for an exciting look at the “bean to brew” process.
• Enjoying Volcanic Views
  Trek together up Arenal Volcano’s lunar-like lava fields, witnessing nature’s resilience as pioneer species reclaim the volcanic landscape. And take the ultimate family photo at the top.
• Snorkeling With Marine Life
  Get the chance to snorkel and swim through the crystal waters of Golfo Dulce. Your aquatic adventures will show you colorful fish, playful dolphins and majestic whales in their natural habitat.
• Savoring Diverse Culinary Experiences
  Savor fresh seafood and traditional dishes while on tour together. Our team is experienced at ensuring there’s something for everyone at each meal so even those with particular preferences or dietary limitations will find meals they enjoy.
• Enjoying Guides Who Engage All Ages
  Our guides are naturalists and are truly local experts who can share insight on the flora and fauna all around you. And they have experience with multi-generational groups, so they know how to keep travelers of all ages engaged. They’ll share stories, involve everyone in hands-on activities, and tailor the experience to the interests of every family member.

Boutique, Family-Friendly Accommodations in Costa Rica

On a Classic Journeys Costa Rica walking tour, you’ll stay in boutique hotels that are perfectly located on the waterfront and at the base of a volcano. Serving as ideal base camps for exploration, you get to enjoy all of the amenities (pool time, anyone?) as well as unparalleled access to natural wonders all around you.

Why Travel With Classic Journeys

At Classic Journeys, we understand the unique needs of multi-generational family travel. Our tours provide you seamless, stress-free adventures that allow your family to connect and create lasting memories, while we handle all of the details for all of the ages. On tour together, you’ll immerse yourself in the islands’ natural wonders through walking, paddling, and snorkeling with remarkable wildlife.

The Benefits of Family Travel to Costa Rica

– From Edward & Susie Piegza, Founders & Parents of Jack and Matt

As the founders of Classic Journeys and parents of two boys (now adult men, ‘off the family payroll!’), we’ve had the privilege of traveling with our family to over 35 countries. Among our most transformative experiences have been our many family adventures in Costa Rica. (The boys have explored the country as tweens, teens, and adults. They’ve even been roommates with Susie’s mom, Grandma Janet.)

Our Costa Rica Wildlife Walking Tour offers an unparalleled opportunity to reconnect as a family, leaving behind the distractions of everyday life—and, most importantly, our devices. The lush rainforests, pristine beaches, and diverse wildlife of Costa Rica make every moment extraordinary. Our expert naturalist guides captivate every generation’s attention, engaging them at every step with fascinating insights into the country’s rich ecosystem and conservation efforts.

Family travel to Costa Rica provides an immersive experience that expands children’s horizons and deepens family bonds. Each day brings new adventures—whether it’s zip-lining through the cloud forest canopy, observing sloths in their natural habitat, spotting whales and dolphins by boat, or snorkeling with sea turtles. These shared experiences create memories that continue to resonate with our family years later. (One of our favorite fellow travelers was a grandmother who brought her six grandkids on tour with her. She joined them for every walk, visit and activity, earning herself the nickname ‘Rocket Grandma’.)

We’ve witnessed firsthand how transformative these experiences can be, which is why we believe Costa Rica is one of the best destinations for families to explore together. From watching colorful toucans in the treetops to hiking on lava flows on Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica offers unique experiences that captivate both children and adults alike.

As parents who understand the value of educational and engaging family travel, we invite you and your family to explore Costa Rica with us and our extended Costa Rican family. Join us in this living laboratory of biodiversity, where every day is a new adventure, and every moment is an opportunity to strengthen family bonds and create lasting memories.