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Elena Mora

"I was born in Costa Rica and grew up on my family's sugar and coffee plantation farm in the mountains of Turrialba. From an early age, I learned from my family to deeply cherish and respect our nature and wildlife. With 25% of our territory dedicated to protected areas and national parks, our commitment to conservation is a treasured legacy for future generations. With over two decades of experience in the tourism industry, I am dedicated to crafting extraordinary, personalized travel experiences in my beloved homeland. My passion lies in designing custom itineraries that enable travelers to fall in love with this beautiful country, which holds a special place in my heart. My goal is to provide an authentic 'Pura Vida' experience, paying attention to every detail to ensure unforgettable memories.I am excited to share my love for Costa Rica with you, creating an experience that will captivate and inspire. Let me help you discover the magic of this remarkable land and make your travel dreams come true!."

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"I specialize in creating bespoke travel plans for Off the beaten track adventures, Unique locations, for families, couples, and small groups. Each itinerary is carefully tailored to your preferences, ensuring a unique and immersive experience. Count on my local expertise to suggest the best experiences and hidden gems in each area, ensuring your trip is nothing short of extraordinary. ""

How did you get involved in travel?

"My fascination with new places and cultures began in childhood and has grown into a career focused on sustainable tourism. I am dedicated to preserving Costa Rica’s natural beauty while offering travelers enriching experiences. My goal is to make your journey enjoyable and impactful, supporting local communities and protecting the environment."

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"One of my most unforgettable experiences was a visit to Drake Bay and Corcovado National Park. Watching dolphins, encountering a jaguar, and snorkeling at Isla Del Caño were truly remarkable. Corcovado, with its extraordinary biodiversity and pristine landscapes, exemplifies the natural wonders of Costa Rica and remains one of my favorite destinations.

I am excited to share my love for Costa Rica with you, creating an experience that will captivate and inspire. Let me help you discover the magic of this remarkable land and make your travel dreams come true!
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Favorite experiences

Turtle Nesting & Hatching in Tortuguero National Park

Unlike many national parks in Costa Rica, Tortuguero National Park is unique in that it almost exclusively revolves around the water. The best way to explore this 120-mile (312 sq km) protected area is by hopping in a canoe and navigating the network of arterial waterways that snake around the...

Gandoca-Manzanillo Refuge Hike

Embark on a guided hike through the breathtaking Gandoca-Manzanillo Refuge in Southeast Costa Rica, home to white-sand beaches, coral reefs, and lush rainforests. Spot rare wildlife, such as turtles and manatees, and learn about the refuge's history from your expert guide. Enjoy a snack at the...

Santa Elena Birdwatching & Jungle Hike

The Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve is a 766-acre protected area and is home to hundreds of exotic birds, including the resplendent quetzal, hummingbird, black guan, toucanet, and more. You can also see mammals like howler monkeys, agoutis, coatimundis, tapirs, and pumas. Enjoy a birding and...

Río Pacuare Whitewater Rafting

Located along Costa Rica's Caribbean slope near Turrialba is a deep gorge considered one of the best river-rafting sites in the world. The Río Pacuare runs 67 miles (107 km) from the Talamanca Mountains to the Caribbean in the southwest of the country. Along the way, it passes through some of the...

Recent trip reviews for Elena

A wonderful first visit to Costa Rica
Costa Rica | Jan 31 - Feb 7, 2026

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Mark S.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Feb 09, 2026
The itinerary that was planned for us enabled us to see three of the most interesting areas in Costa Rica - Arenal, Monteverde and Manuel Antonio. All three hotels were luxurious and we used their restaurants and pools. All four drivers taking us between the airport and the three hotels were timely and efficient. The activities were strenuous for us older folks but we saw beautiful scenery, lush rain and cloud forests and all sorts of exciting spotting of animals and birds.
Bela led our...
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The itinerary that was planned for us enabled us to see three of the most interesting areas in Costa Rica - Arenal, Monteverde and Manuel Antonio. All three hotels were luxurious and we used their restaurants and pools. All four drivers taking us between the airport and the three hotels were timely and efficient. The activities were strenuous for us older folks but we saw beautiful scenery, lush rain and cloud forests and all sorts of exciting spotting of animals and birds.
Bela led our first tour of hiking up Arenal Volcano and going down to the waterfall, with just one other couple. We had a private tour with Mariano to the Hanging Bridges near Arenal. We enjoyed the coffee and chocolate tour with Randy at Don Juan. Marvin guided us through the dark at the Children's Eternal Forest and showed us many nocturnal animals and birds. We walked around the Hanging Bridges on our own at the Selvatura Park and got a tour with a group of the Sloth, Butterfly and Reptile buildings. We had a very good private tour with Ivan at Manuel Antonio and got close-up views and pictures of sloths, monkeys and all kinds of other creatures through his long Zoom lens. The catamaran ride was very lively and fun, with dinner and dancing around the boat. Finally, Alex was very informative on our ride back to the airport.
There were only two minor inconveniences. We didn't get a note that the Hanging Bridges tour on Monday was changed from 8:00 to 10:00 but we found out when our concierge called the Serendipity Office. And our room (and apparently all the rooms) at the Sibu Lodge was much too chilly.

Hotel Reviews
Arenal Springs Resort
La Fortuna

Beautiful grounds and room. We had fine dinners at their two restaurants and swam in the "hot springs" pool. And the first thing we saw when we left our room was a view of the Arenal Volcano among the clouds.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Lush surroundings, a spacious room and views of the volcano.
Staff
Great breakfasts and dinner and the concierge called the Serendipity office to find out the starting time for our toor.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Sibū Boutique Hotel
Puntarenas

Beautiful grounds. We enjoyed our two breakfasts and two dinners at the restaurant, which was just a few steps from our room. There was no pool or exercise room, but there was a shuttle to a sister hotel a few minutes away with those facilities. The only issue with the hotel is that the room was freezing the entire time. The staff told us that there is air conditioning but no heat in their rooms.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Good views of the surrounding areas. I walked into town one day and it was extremely hilly.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Warmer rooms!
Hotel La Mariposa
Manuel Antonio

Great views of the ocean and sunsets. A very large and comfortable pool. We enjoyed breakfast, dinner and desserts at Le Papillon Restaurant. The room was very spacious and well-laid out, with a wrap-around balcony overlooking the pool and bar.

Authenticity & Character
Location
The highest point in town, for great views.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Huge king-size bed and a great shower - and the views!
Activity Reviews
Private Manuel Antonio National Park Guided Hike
Private Manuel Antonio National Park Guided Hike
Costa Rica

It was very crowded, even at 8:00 in the morning - it took us 20 to 30 minutes just to get through the entrance to the Park. Ivan was an outstanding guide. He was able to identify many kinds of animals through his long Zoom lens and took pictures with our cameras through the view finder - so we have great photos of sloths, monkeys, crabs and many other forms of wildlife, along with palm trees. We stopped at the cafeteria a little over halfway through our walk and he got fruit and a fruit drink for us there. The best part was seeing close-up female monkeys carrying their babies on their backs through the trees near the beach.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Day at Selvatura including Hanging Bridges and Fauna Exhibitions
Day at Selvatura including Hanging Bridges and Fauna Exhibitions
Costa Rica

There were a lot of people at the reception building and it wasn't clear to us for a while that we would walk around the cloud forest and the hanging bridges on our own - and then have a guided group tour of the sloth, butterfly and reptile buildings. We saw a monkey and a quetzal on our walk, by noticing where guides were pointing their zoom lenses. We had a very good guide (didn't catch his name) in the sloth and butterfly buildings.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
We didn't know in advance that Selvatura Park provides bus transportation back to the hotels in town. We thought we would have to look for the same bus that picked us up.
Arenal Volcano Hike & La Fortuna Waterfall
Arenal Volcano Hike & La Fortuna Waterfall
Arenal/La Fortuna

The volcano hike was very strenuous for us, but we did the best we could. We saw ants, butterflies and a toucan. One of us went down the 500 stairs to the waterfall and swam a bit in the pool on the left, while the other stayed on top and took pictures.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Bela was very respectful of what we could and couldn't do.
Transport
Arenal Hanging Bridges Guided Walk
Arenal Hanging Bridges Guided Walk
Arenal/La Fortuna

There was a lot of up and down hill walking. Mariano recommend the best hike for us so that we went over 3 of the covered bridges and saw a fair amount of wildlife.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Coffee & Chocolate Tour
Coffee & Chocolate Tour
Costa Rica

Randy, the Don Juan tour guide, was very friendly and knowledgeable. We learned a lot from him on the process of growing coffee beans and cacao and how they turn into coffee and chocolate. We had a few hands-on activities, such as making our own chocolate bar or cookie. And we bought about 10 bars of chocolate at the gift shop to bring back to our friends and relatives.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Night Walk at Children's Eternal Forest
Night Walk at Children's Eternal Forest
Monteverde

Our guide Marvin was very patient and thorough in making sure we were safe walking in the dark and showed us many animals, such as lizards, birds and an armadillo. We had a little trouble adjusting to walking up and down in the dark, but we made it "out of the woods" safely.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Catamaran Tour with Meal
Catamaran Tour with Meal
Costa Rica

The breeze made the ride very comfortable on a hot and humid day. We had great views of the towns, beaches and islands and got to see a few dolphins when we went out a few miles. Then we stopped at a cove for swimming and snorkeling. One of us did a little swimming with a life jacket, while the other took pictures of videos of all the younger passengers jumping or sliding into the water. Then we had a very tasty dinner of beef and vegetables on a skewer, pasta and fruit.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
The van that picked us and others up from various hotels had mostly young and very loud passengers. When we got to the marina, it was unclear for a while where we should go - and where we would be picked up at the end. But it was well-organized and we made it on the boat and back to our hotel.
Local specialist: Elena Mora
Elena
Elena Mora
Local specialist in Cartago, Turrialba | Replied on Feb 10, 2026
Hola Mark, Thank you very much for taking the time to share such a detailed and thoughtful review of your Costa Rica journey. It truly means a lot to me to read about your experience and to know that you enjoyed exploring Arenal, Monteverde, and Manuel Antonio, as well as the hotels, guides, drivers, and activities along the way. I’m especially happy to hear how much you enjoyed the guided experiences with Bela, Mariano, Randy, Marvin, Ivan, and Alex. Costa Rica’s nature and wildlife are... Read more

Hola Mark,

Thank you very much for taking the time to share such a detailed and thoughtful review of your Costa Rica journey. It truly means a lot to me to read about your experience and to know that you enjoyed exploring Arenal, Monteverde, and Manuel Antonio, as well as the hotels, guides, drivers, and activities along the way.

I’m especially happy to hear how much you enjoyed the guided experiences with Bela, Mariano, Randy, Marvin, Ivan, and Alex. Costa Rica’s nature and wildlife are incredibly special, and it’s wonderful to know that you were able to experience the rainforests, cloud forests, wildlife sightings, and scenery so fully—even with activities that can be a bit demanding. Your description truly captures the spirit of the trip.

Thank you as well for sharing the two minor inconveniences. I sincerely apologize for the lack of notification regarding the change in time for the Hanging Bridges tour. This is something I will review with our operations team to ensure clearer communication moving forward. Regarding the temperature at Sibu Lodge, I appreciate you mentioning this as well; your feedback is very valuable and helps us better guide future travelers, especially those sensitive to cooler temperatures.

It was truly a pleasure assisting you with the planning of this trip, and I’m very grateful for your trust in Serendipity Adventures. Thank you again for your kind words and for allowing me to be part of your Costa Rica experience.

I wish you all the very best and hope Costa Rica will welcome you back again in the future.

Warm regards,
Elena Mora
Serendipity Adventures – Costa Rica 🌿

Our trip to Costa Rica was absolutely amazing!
Costa Rica | Jan 24 - Jan 29, 2026

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Patty R.
Flagami, FL | Reviewed on Feb 05, 2026
Our trip to Costa Rica was absolutely amazing! I have heard nothing but positive comments! El Lugar was so beautiful and the activities and the schedule were spot on. I think what also topped it off was your staff from Serendipity; everyone was so friendly, helpful, knowledgeable and we were all impressed with their keen eyesights as they could spy any bird from any distance!
Elana, Charlotte, Adrian, Jose and all the others were the BEST!
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Our trip to Costa Rica was absolutely amazing! I have heard nothing but positive comments! El Lugar was so beautiful and the activities and the schedule were spot on. I think what also topped it off was your staff from Serendipity; everyone was so friendly, helpful, knowledgeable and we were all impressed with their keen eyesights as they could spy any bird from any distance!
Elana, Charlotte, Adrian, Jose and all the others were the BEST!

Hotel Reviews
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
San José

The hotel was OK, but our room was very mildewy and caused us to wake up very congested. Also the lighting in our room was too dark.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Room smelled like mildew, and didn't feel as clean as it should; maybe a bit dated???
El Lugar
Puerto Viejo de Sarapiquí

BEAUTIFUL grounds! Our room was fabulous! Very clean and beautiful view. The property looks like there is still construction to be done. I hope it is able to get finished...it is beautiful there and having the horses and stables added a nice touch too.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Privately Guided Tour at La Paz Waterfall Gardens
Privately Guided Tour at La Paz Waterfall Gardens
Costa Rica

Beautiful property. I could have spent more time there!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Tirimbina Chocolat Tour
Tirimbina Chocolat Tour
Costa Rica

Very interesting tour and presesntation. Loved the interaction. It just got a little bit too long.

Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Mistico Hanging Bridges, and Ecotermales Hotsprings
Mistico Hanging Bridges, and Ecotermales Hotsprings
Costa Rica
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Elena Mora
Elena
Elena Mora
Local specialist in Cartago, Turrialba | Replied on Feb 06, 2026
Dear Patty, Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a wonderful review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐.
We truly appreciate your kind words and are thrilled to hear that your trip to Costa Rica was absolutely amazing.
It’s fantastic to know that you enjoyed El Lugar, the activities, and the overall schedule, and that everything flowed just as planned. Your special mention of our Serendipity Adventures team means a great deal to us. Charlotte, Adrian, Jose, I and the entire staff are genuinely... Read more

Dear Patty,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a wonderful review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐.
We truly appreciate your kind words and are thrilled to hear that your trip to Costa Rica was absolutely amazing.

It’s fantastic to know that you enjoyed El Lugar, the activities, and the overall schedule, and that everything flowed just as planned. Your special mention of our Serendipity Adventures team means a great deal to us. Charlotte, Adrian, Jose, I and the entire staff are genuinely passionate about what they do, and your recognition of their friendliness, knowledge, and incredible wildlife-spotting skills will certainly make their day.

It was an absolute pleasure to be part of your Costa Rica experience, and we are grateful for the trust you placed in us. We hope to welcome you back in the future for another unforgettable adventure.
Thank you so much 🙏🏼for this opportunity, Pura Vida!

Elena Mora
Serendipity Adventures 🌿

A great trip to Costa Rica thanks to KimKim / Serendipity Adventures
Costa Rica | Jan 24 - Jan 29, 2026

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Karen A.
Miami, FL | Reviewed on Feb 02, 2026
What a fantastic experience it was dealing with Serendipity Adventures in Costa Rica, the company recommended by KimKim Travel. I led a team tasked with providing a birding adventure for our community. From the start, Elena helped craft a 6-day/5-night trip that would work for 50 seniors from Florida. Charlotte and her team worked to execute this plan. In the end, we had 66 who wanted to join along.
The personal attention from landing until take-off was above and beyond. We had 2 buses and 4...
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What a fantastic experience it was dealing with Serendipity Adventures in Costa Rica, the company recommended by KimKim Travel. I led a team tasked with providing a birding adventure for our community. From the start, Elena helped craft a 6-day/5-night trip that would work for 50 seniors from Florida. Charlotte and her team worked to execute this plan. In the end, we had 66 who wanted to join along.
The personal attention from landing until take-off was above and beyond. We had 2 buses and 4 outstanding bird guides that stayed with us along the way. They provided additional bird walks around the hotel and resort in the morning and afternoons. Additionally, Serendipity had staff members who set up snack stations, went ahead to ensure we had easy access to our events, and helped out wherever needed. When some members inquired about ziplining, the activity was added to our itinerary, and many took advantage of the addition. The first night we stayed at the Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen by the San Jose airport. Then we headed out to the El Lugar resort, with a stop at the Las Paz Waterfalls for a few hours of animal exhibits and a scenic trail to see the waterfalls. The next days included a riverboat tour, a guided naturalist hike at La Selva Biological Station, a Cacao tour, a visit to the hanging bridges near Arenal Volcano, and a relaxing evening at the hot springs. Everyone raved about the quality of the trip. Thanks for everything!!!

Local specialist: Elena Mora
Elena
Elena Mora
Local specialist in Cartago, Turrialba | Replied on Feb 02, 2026
Dear Karen, Thank you so very much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful, detailed, and wonderful five-star review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐. Reading your words truly touched our hearts. It was an absolute honor for all of us at Serendipity Adventures to work with you and to welcome such an incredible group to Costa Rica. From the very beginning, your vision of creating a meaningful birding experience for your community inspired us deeply. We were delighted to help bring that vision to life—first for... Read more

Dear Karen,

Thank you so very much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful, detailed, and wonderful five-star review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐. Reading your words truly touched our hearts.

It was an absolute honor for all of us at Serendipity Adventures to work with you and to welcome such an incredible group to Costa Rica. From the very beginning, your vision of creating a meaningful birding experience for your community inspired us deeply. We were delighted to help bring that vision to life—first for 50 travelers, and then proudly for a group of 66.

Costa Rica is not just where we work; it is our home. Sharing its extraordinary biodiversity, warm culture, and natural beauty—especially in a way that is comfortable, enriching, and personal for senior travelers—is something we are truly passionate about. Knowing that the care, attention, and teamwork from our guides, drivers, coordinators, and support staff made a positive difference from landing to take-off means more to us than words can express.

I will be sure to share your kind feedback with Charlotte, our birding guides, drivers, and the entire operations team. They will be incredibly proud to know that their extra bird walks, on-the-ground support, flexibility with added activities such as zip-lining, and attention to every detail helped create such a memorable journey.

Thank you again for your trust, your leadership, and for allowing us to be part of such a special experience. We hope Costa Rica will always hold a special place in your hearts, and we would be absolutely thrilled to welcome you and your community back anytime.

Please feel free to ask for me personally the next time you return to Costa Rica, or family or friends it would be a true honor to design another beautiful journey for you, exploring even more of our country’s amazing destinations.

With heartfelt thanks and pura vida always,
Thank you so much for this opportunity! Pura Vida !

Elena Mora
Serendipity Adventures Costa Rica 🦥

8 Fun days in Costa Rica
Costa Rica | Jan 15 - Jan 24, 2026

Jim
Jim C.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026
Getting though Immigration/Customs was lengthy, and traffic made the trip from landing to our 1st lodging a 6 hour ordeal.
Volcano Lodge: Room was adequate, but the grounds were amazing - gardens and thermal pools.
Cloud Forest Lodge: Room was large and comfortable. Restaurant and staff were great
Hotel La Mariposa: Room was large and comfortable, great view of the ocean from the balcony. Dinner menu was lacking. Easy short walk to La Milagro for excellent dinners.
All 3 had great...
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Getting though Immigration/Customs was lengthy, and traffic made the trip from landing to our 1st lodging a 6 hour ordeal.
Volcano Lodge: Room was adequate, but the grounds were amazing - gardens and thermal pools.
Cloud Forest Lodge: Room was large and comfortable. Restaurant and staff were great
Hotel La Mariposa: Room was large and comfortable, great view of the ocean from the balcony. Dinner menu was lacking. Easy short walk to La Milagro for excellent dinners.
All 3 had great breakfasts
Both Kimkim and Serendipity kept us informed as we traveled. All transfers and pick-ups for activities were on-time.
Mariano led a nice hike through Arenal 1968, pointing out interesting features (although the clouds never let us see the volcano). We were never rushed, and enjoyed the waterfall. He was a trouper after his very long day getting us from the airport.
Moisses (Moi) was an enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide on the river float. He took the effort to separate us from the crowds of other rafts on the river - it was like we had the place to ourselves. Saw monkeys and a crocodile.
The Coffee and Chocolate (and sugar cane) Tour was interesting and tasty.
The Night Walk was a disappointment. Martin spoke very softly, especially for a group of 8-10 people. We never saw anything larger than a finger. Likewise, the Santa Elena hike never produced anything other than insects and plants. At least we could see the forest around us, unlike the Night Walk. I would suggest 1 or the other; not both - too similar.
Andres was an amazing guide at Manual Antonio. Seems like he knows every guide there and kept getting (and giving) tips on what to see and where. Very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Birds, monkeys and sloths
The Catamaran Tour was fun, and we got to see dolphins and whales. Unfortunately, recent rains meant limited visibility and not good snorkeling conditions. Good meal and very friendly crew.
RideCR had the most comfortable vans. We were pleasantly amazed at how courteous the drivers are in CR, especially given the narrow roads.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel La Mariposa
Manuel Antonio

Nice large corner room with balcony and views on 2 sides. Nice views to the ocean. Easy to get to other restaurants and shops by a short walk or the local bus ($1 per passenger, every 15-20 minutes). Very good breakfast. Did not seem like dinner choices were authentic/local.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Cloud Forest Lodge
Monteverde

Pleasant and welcoming staff. Large room. Emphasis on sustainability. Nice dining room. Good menu with varied, authentic options.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Volcano Lodge, Hotel & Thermal Experience
San Carlos, Alajuela

Adequate, small room. Beautiful grounds. Thermal pools were very enjoyable. Great breakfasts and enough choices of local dinner options.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Catamaran Tour with Meal
Catamaran Tour with Meal
Costa Rica

Saw whales and dolphins. Surprisingly good meal.

Private Manuel Antonio National Park Guided Hike
Private Manuel Antonio National Park Guided Hike
Costa Rica

We had a great guide and saw lots of wildlife.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve Guided Hike**
Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve Guided Hike**
Monteverde
Night Walk at Children's Eternal Forest
Night Walk at Children's Eternal Forest
Monteverde
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Coffee & Chocolate Tour
Coffee & Chocolate Tour
Costa Rica
Safari Float on the Peñas Blancas River
Safari Float on the Peñas Blancas River
Arenal/La Fortuna
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Arenal Volcano Hike & La Fortuna Waterfall
Arenal Volcano Hike & La Fortuna Waterfall
Arenal/La Fortuna
Local specialist: Elena Mora
Elena
Elena Mora
Local specialist in Cartago, Turrialba | Replied on Jan 30, 2026
Hola Jim, Thank you very much for taking the time to share such a detailed and thoughtful review of your Costa Rica experience. I truly appreciate your feedback, and I’m very grateful for the opportunity to have assisted you with this journey. I’m glad to hear that overall you enjoyed the trip and that the accommodations, breakfasts, guides, and transportation met your expectations. It’s wonderful to know that you appreciated the gardens and thermal pools at Volcano Lodge, the comfort and... Read more

Hola Jim,

Thank you very much for taking the time to share such a detailed and thoughtful review of your Costa Rica experience. I truly appreciate your feedback, and I’m very grateful for the opportunity to have assisted you with this journey.

I’m glad to hear that overall you enjoyed the trip and that the accommodations, breakfasts, guides, and transportation met your expectations. It’s wonderful to know that you appreciated the gardens and thermal pools at Volcano Lodge, the comfort and service at Cloud Forest Lodge, and the ocean views at La Mariposa. I’m also happy that our coordination with Kimkim and Serendipity, as well as the punctuality of transfers and tours, contributed to a smooth experience.

Thank you as well for highlighting our guides. I will be sure to share your kind words with Mariano, Moisés, and Andrés—they will be delighted to know their passion, knowledge, and dedication made such a positive impact on your trip. Your comments about Andrés at Manuel Antonio and Moisés on the river float are especially appreciated.

I also value your honest feedback regarding the Night Walk and the Santa Elena hike. This kind of insight is extremely helpful and allows us to better guide future travelers in choosing experiences that best match their interests. Your suggestion of selecting one or the other is very well noted.

Regarding the catamaran tour, I’m glad you were able to enjoy the wildlife sightings and onboard experience, and I appreciate your understanding regarding snorkeling conditions, which can be affected by recent weather.

Thank you once again for trusting us with your Costa Rica adventure. It was truly a pleasure working with you, and I hope we may have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future for another unforgettable experience.

Warm regards and Pura Vida,

Elena Mora
Serendipity Adventures, Costa Rica

Marvelous Trip to Costa Rica!
Costa Rica | Jan 7 - Jan 16, 2026

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Jeffrey S.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026
Elena was fantastic and amazing to work with. She answered all of my questions rapidly and thoroughly. Her choice of hotels/resorts was spot on. As we requested, she kept us busy with fun activities. The Serendipity Adventures team gathered all of the details and communicated in an easy to follow manner -- the itinerary documentation was priceless. We had a wonderful time in Costa Rica and hope to be able to visit again. Read more

Elena was fantastic and amazing to work with. She answered all of my questions rapidly and thoroughly. Her choice of hotels/resorts was spot on. As we requested, she kept us busy with fun activities. The Serendipity Adventures team gathered all of the details and communicated in an easy to follow manner -- the itinerary documentation was priceless. We had a wonderful time in Costa Rica and hope to be able to visit again.

Hotel Reviews
Arenal Springs Resort
La Fortuna
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Cloud Forest Lodge
Monteverde
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel La Mariposa
Manuel Antonio
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Night Walk at Children's Eternal Forest
Night Walk at Children's Eternal Forest
Monteverde

The guide was extremely knowledgeable and showed us many subtle things. Fun and easy walk.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
All Day Adventure at Selvatura, including Zipline, Hanging Bridges, and Fauna Exhibitions
All Day Adventure at Selvatura, including Zipline, Hanging Bridges, and Fauna Exhibitions
Costa Rica

My wife loved the Zip lines! I did not do that activity due to my fear of heights. The hanging bridges/jungles were beautiful. The Sloth conservation center, Butterfly exhibit, and Reptile/Amphibian exhibits were very good.

Quality of Experience
Food
Larger menu selection.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Catamaran Tour with Meal
Catamaran Tour with Meal
Costa Rica

Lots of fun. Beautiful scenery and sunset. Snorkeling was brief but fun. The staff were very nice and always willing to assist.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Damas Island Boat Tour
Damas Island Boat Tour
Manuel Antonio

The guide was great; Funny, knowledgeable, patient and very kind. Saw many species of birds and animals.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Manuel Antonio National Park Guided Hike
Private Manuel Antonio National Park Guided Hike
Costa Rica

For me, this was the highlight of the trip. The guide was phenomenal!!!!! He was extremely knowledgeable, able to spot amazing things, kind, and courteous. You could tell that he was highly respected by his colleagues. Probably the best guide I have ever worked with. We saw many birds, insects, plants and animals.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Amazing guide!!!
Transport
Local Flavors Cooking Class
Local Flavors Cooking Class
Costa Rica

This was lots of fun! Despite my reluctance, my wife wanted to do this -- I am glad we did! I'm a picky eater but preparing the food and eating it was special. The staff was so kind!!!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Arenal Volcano Hike & La Fortuna Waterfall
Arenal Volcano Hike & La Fortuna Waterfall
Arenal/La Fortuna

The Arenal Volcano hike was fun and we saw many animals. The guide was fantastic -- very kind and knowledgeable. After the Arenal Volcano Hike (which was more strenuous than we expected), we were too tired to do the La Fortuna Waterfall walk. The local tour company, Flow Trips, was very kind and substituted a twilight float trip that was lots of fun.

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Coffee & Chocolate Tour
Coffee & Chocolate Tour
Costa Rica

Lots of fun and interesting. The guide was very good, and funny!

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Local specialist: Elena Mora
Elena
Elena Mora
Local specialist in Cartago, Turrialba | Replied on Jan 19, 2026
Hola Jeffrey, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐, means a lot to me and also for our dream team . I am truly grateful for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience 🙏🏼. It was an absolute pleasure assisting you with your trip, and I am delighted to hear that the itinerary, hotel selections, and activities met your expectations. Knowing that you felt well-supported and enjoyed a seamless, well-organized experience means a great deal to me and to the... Read more

Hola Jeffrey,

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐, means a lot to me and also for our dream team . I am truly grateful for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience 🙏🏼.

It was an absolute pleasure assisting you with your trip, and I am delighted to hear that the itinerary, hotel selections, and activities met your expectations. Knowing that you felt well-supported and enjoyed a seamless, well-organized experience means a great deal to me and to the entire Serendipity Adventures team.

Thank you again for trusting us with your Costa Rica journey. We would be honored to assist you again in the future and welcome you back whenever you are ready for another adventure in Costa Rica.

Muchas gracias, Pura Vida!

Elena Mora
Serendipity Adventures

We have just came back from our Costa Rica ad...
Costa Rica | Dec 26 - Jan 3, 2026

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Mor T.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Jan 04, 2026
We have just came back from our Costa Rica adventure. We have contacted kimkim because last year they helped us plan an amazing New Zealand trip. We love traveling but taking 2 little kids makes it hard for me to plan by myself and kimkim always comes through! We also had my dad join us for this trip
So we looked for something fun for all ages, literally.
We had our specialist Elena and the whole team at Serendipity Adventures make sure everything goes as smoothly as it possibly...
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We have just came back from our Costa Rica adventure. We have contacted kimkim because last year they helped us plan an amazing New Zealand trip. We love traveling but taking 2 little kids makes it hard for me to plan by myself and kimkim always comes through! We also had my dad join us for this trip
So we looked for something fun for all ages, literally.
We had our specialist Elena and the whole team at Serendipity Adventures make sure everything goes as smoothly as it possibly can.
Starting with planning, Elena was always available for questions or comments and made sure I’m happy every step of the way. She modified our itinerary 10 times until I felt it was the right one, location and budget combined. We also had Nancy in charge of booking our adventures and had Adria text us a few days before we left the US to introduce himself and let us know he will be available for anything we need and he was!
For the actual trip, every tour we booked came to pick us up on time, there were no hiccups.
We started at Arenal with volcanoe views and the nicest ppl. The hanging bridge was our favorite tour there, it was amazing and we all enjoyed it so so much.
We also did a sloth tour and a coffee tour (that was amazing as well)
Then we drove to the beach in Guanacaste stopping at La Leona on the way, this track was hard but the waterfall was worth it.
We arrived at Guanacaste for 4 days of resting by the pool in a beautiful resort. We had 2 scuba diving planned which was also really fun.
All in all, we all loved Costa Rica. Thank you, Serendipity Adventures for an unforgettable experience!

Hotel Reviews
Arenal Springs Resort
La Fortuna

Super nice staff, great hot spring pools, sw up bars and beautiful views from every room!

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JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort & Spa
Tamarindo

We loved this hotel, everyone was so nice and accommodating

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Local specialist: Elena Mora
Elena
Elena Mora
Local specialist in Cartago, Turrialba | Replied on Jan 04, 2026
Hola Mor, Happy New Year! Thank you so much 🙏🏼for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and detailed review of your Costa Rica adventure. It truly means a great deal to all of us at Serendipity Adventures. We are delighted to hear that your trip was enjoyable for everyone, from your little ones to your father, and that Costa Rica offered the perfect balance of adventure, relaxation, and family-friendly experiences. Creating trips that work well for all ages is very important to us,... Read more

Hola Mor,

Happy New Year! Thank you so much 🙏🏼for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and detailed review of your Costa Rica adventure. It truly means a great deal to all of us at Serendipity Adventures.

We are delighted to hear that your trip was enjoyable for everyone, from your little ones to your father, and that Costa Rica offered the perfect balance of adventure, relaxation, and family-friendly experiences. Creating trips that work well for all ages is very important to us, and we are so happy to know we achieved that for your family.

It was truly a pleasure working with you throughout the planning process. Thank you for your patience and trust as we fine tuned the itinerary together to find the right balance between locations and budget. Your satisfaction was always our top priority.

I will be sure to share your kind words with Nancy and Adrian. They will be thrilled to know their support and attention made a positive difference before and during your trip. Knowing that everything ran smoothly, from punctual pickups to memorable tours, is exactly the experience we strive to deliver.

We are so glad you enjoyed Arenal, the hanging bridges, the wildlife encounters, and your time relaxing in Guanacaste. Costa Rica truly has something special to offer every traveler.

Thank you again for choosing Serendipity Adventures and for trusting us with such an important family journey. We would be honored to assist you again in the future. Please feel totally free to contact me anytime.

Thank you very much for this opportunity. Pura Vida Mor!

Elena Mora
Serendipity Adventures

9 day Costa Rica Family trip
Costa Rica | Dec 21 - Dec 28, 2025

Wen-fang
Wen-fang L.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025
Via Kimkim, we booked our 9 day Costa Rica trip with Serendipity Adventures, a Costs Rica travel agency. Elena from Serendipity was super responsive in helping us customizing our trip and responding to all our questions. The trip was very well planned and fit our need. I would like to thank Adrien from Serendipity for her the assistance and support during our stay in Costa Rica. Her prompt responses were greatly appreciated when we encountered questions or issues. We felt we were in good... Read more

Via Kimkim, we booked our 9 day Costa Rica trip with Serendipity Adventures, a Costs Rica travel agency. Elena from Serendipity was super responsive in helping us customizing our trip and responding to all our questions. The trip was very well planned and fit our need. I would like to thank Adrien from Serendipity for her the assistance and support during our stay in Costa Rica. Her prompt responses were greatly appreciated when we encountered questions or issues. We felt we were in good hands with her help throughout the trip. Our local guide Sergio was awesome in providing helpful local information, including restaurants, local culture, etc. during the our ride/transportation between different destinations. We enjoyed this trip very much, and the journey definitely has become a beautiful memory that we will talk about for a long time. Both Costa Rica and Serendipity Adventures are highly recommended, and Kimkim made it possible!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel La Mariposa
Manuel Antonio

Great sunset view! Nice pool. Many good restaurants near by.

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Arenal Paraíso Resort, Spa & Hot Springs
La Fortuna

Hot springs pools are fun to use. The hotel is directly facing the volcano ( although the clouds cover the volcano most of the time…) Great birding location! Room is outdated and felt cheap. About 10-15 minutes drive from the town. No other restaurants within walking distance.

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Location
Staff
Some staff are super nice but not all.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The air conditioner direct blow to the bed. Room design may be improved.
Koora Hotel
Monteverde

Awesome hotel with a superb restaurant! Outstanding services.

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cozy and nicely decorated room.
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Activity Reviews
Private Manuel Antonio National Park Guided Hike
Private Manuel Antonio National Park Guided Hike
Costa Rica
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Whitewater Rafting on the Balsa River
Whitewater Rafting on the Balsa River
Arenal/La Fortuna

The white water rafting experience is awesome and one of the highlights of our trip. Highly recommended

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Stevens was awesome
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The drive to the rafting location is long 2 hours one way!
All Day Adventure at Selvatura, including Zipline, Hanging Bridges, and Fauna Exhibitions
All Day Adventure at Selvatura, including Zipline, Hanging Bridges, and Fauna Exhibitions
Costa Rica
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Food
The pre-purchase meal tickets have limited selection and seem the food quality and portion not as good as if one purchases at the restaurant
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Catamaran Tour with Meal
Catamaran Tour with Meal
Costa Rica

Great staff. Very good fish bbq. Not sure the snorkel gears are properly cleaned between use.

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Local specialist: Elena Mora
Elena
Elena Mora
Local specialist in Cartago, Turrialba | Replied on Dec 31, 2025
Hola Wen,
Thank you very much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and detailed review of your Costa Rica trip. It truly means a lot to us.
I am delighted to hear that your 9-day journey was well planned and aligned with your needs, and that you felt well supported throughout the process. Your kind words about my assistance, as well as Adrian’s attentive on the ground support, are sincerely appreciated. I will be sure to share your feedback with him; he will be very happy to know...
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Hola Wen,
Thank you very much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and detailed review of your Costa Rica trip. It truly means a lot to us.
I am delighted to hear that your 9-day journey was well planned and aligned with your needs, and that you felt well supported throughout the process. Your kind words about my assistance, as well as Adrian’s attentive on the ground support, are sincerely appreciated. I will be sure to share your feedback with him; he will be very happy to know her prompt help made a difference.

It is also wonderful to hear that Sergio enriched your experience with his local knowledge and insights during your transfers. We take great pride in our guides and partners, and feedback like yours reinforces the value of our team’s dedication.

Thank you again for trusting Serendipity Adventures and for booking through Kimkim. We are honored to have been part of such a meaningful family journey, and we would be delighted to assist you again in the future.

Thank you very much, Pura Vida!

Elena Mora
Serendipity Adventures Costa Rica

Overall, the trip was planned well. There wer...
Costa Rica | Dec 16 - Dec 23, 2025

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Malayannan S.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Overall, the trip was planned well. There were minor miscommunications. For certain events, the specific s were not clear. We had one driver for two days, he was okay, sometimes moody. The second driver was nice and friendly. The third one was outstanding, went out of his to show the Cities around. Very friendly, very communicative with the history and the overall site seeing places. I want to point out about a trip that was planned in this trip, mangrove boat tour. The itinerary mentioned... Read more

Overall, the trip was planned well. There were minor miscommunications. For certain events, the specific s were not clear. We had one driver for two days, he was okay, sometimes moody. The second driver was nice and friendly. The third one was outstanding, went out of his to show the Cities around. Very friendly, very communicative with the history and the overall site seeing places. I want to point out about a trip that was planned in this trip, mangrove boat tour. The itinerary mentioned that the lunch will be provided, in fact, they served lunch after the trip at 4:30pm. It was not acceptable, there were few of us with diabetes, it could have ended up in a disaster. Luckily we had some snacks with us. I wish for future travelers, these things should be sorted out and rectified.

Hotel Reviews
Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
San José

Well maintained hotel, close to the airport. Good choices of restaurants. Very clean as well.

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Ecotica
Manuel Antonio
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Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco
Monteverde

Clean and nice. Close to other restaurants, easy to walk around the town area.

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Arenal Springs Resort
La Fortuna

Well kept, clean, the staff were friendly and helpful. Good food as well.

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Facilities were very nice.
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Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
Liberia

Good place to stay, close to the airport for convenience.

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Local specialist: Elena Mora
Elena
Elena Mora
Local specialist in Cartago, Turrialba | Replied on Jan 01, 2026
Hola Malayannan, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your feedback. We truly appreciate your honest and thoughtful comments, as they help us continue improving the quality of our services. We are pleased to hear that, overall, the trip was well planned and that you enjoyed working with our drivers, especially the one who went above and beyond in sharing local history, culture, and sightseeing highlights. Providing knowledgeable, friendly, and professional local support is very... Read more

Hola Malayannan,

Thank you very much for taking the time to share your feedback. We truly appreciate your honest and thoughtful comments, as they help us continue improving the quality of our services.

We are pleased to hear that, overall, the trip was well planned and that you enjoyed working with our drivers, especially the one who went above and beyond in sharing local history, culture, and sightseeing highlights. Providing knowledgeable, friendly, and professional local support is very important to us, and we are delighted that this made a positive impact on your experience.

At the same time, we sincerely regret any moments of miscommunication or lack of clarity regarding certain activities. Your comments have been carefully noted and shared with our team to ensure clearer communication and smoother coordination for future travelers.

Thank you again for traveling with Serendipity Adventures. It was truly a pleasure assisting with your Costa Rica journey, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future.

Thank you very much, Pura Vida!

Elena Mora
Serendipity Adventures Costa Rica

Costa Rice group tour
Costa Rica | Dec 16 - Dec 23, 2025

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SANTHI S.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025
We had a great time in Costa Rica.The Hotels that were booked were great and we had a great time at the hotels.The drivers for the first two legs of the journey were good drivers and the third one-Driver+Guide,Mr.Sergei was a wealth of information and very nice-much appreciated by the group.Adrian,our local contact was awesome with his quick responses and we felt comfortable kowing that some one was available for contact and information locally.I did not think that I would be conatcting him... Read more

We had a great time in Costa Rica.The Hotels that were booked were great and we had a great time at the hotels.The drivers for the first two legs of the journey were good drivers and the third one-Driver+Guide,Mr.Sergei was a wealth of information and very nice-much appreciated by the group.Adrian,our local contact was awesome with his quick responses and we felt comfortable kowing that some one was available for contact and information locally.I did not think that I would be conatcting him but I did have to do it a couple of times.It worked out perfect-Kusod to him.

I would like to mention a couple of things:
1.The itenerary needed a little more detail in term of description of activity or Hotels and duration of activity with actual times.For eg.The Selvatura tour is a whole day trip that can started anywhere between 8-12:30pm.
2.The Damas island boat tour started at 1:30pm and said Lunch was included but in practice the lunch was not served till after the tour at 5 pm.If we had details,we could have had lunch on our own and skipped their meal which was very very POOR.
3.We are new to rhe country,so exact times of pick up and drop off would have been helpful.

On the whole except for a few little twiks,the trip went well and we felt comfortable and safe with the drivers.Thanks,Elena for planning teh trip.

Hotel Reviews
Arenal Springs Resort
La Fortuna

The OT springs at the Hotel was nice added Bonus!We took full advantage of the spring

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Beautiful view of Arenal
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Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
Liberia

Conveinent for an overnight stay

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Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco
Monteverde

Beautiful location in Monte Verde

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Staff
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Ecotica
Manuel Antonio

Beautiful location and nice utilization of landscape

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Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
San José

Beautiful Premises-wished we had stayed longer

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Activity Reviews
All Day Adventure at Selvatura, including Zipline, Hanging Bridges, and Fauna Exhibitions
All Day Adventure at Selvatura, including Zipline, Hanging Bridges, and Fauna Exhibitions
Costa Rica

The safest Ziplining so far and the team of six who were with were awesome in watching for safety and helping the group move safely across teh 16 platforms.Wasa great Experience as I felt safe.

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Food
We had a choice of the Menu and teh staff were curteous and attentive!
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Zipling was the safest
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Damas Island Boat Tour
Damas Island Boat Tour
Manuel Antonio

The tour was called Lunch tour but they did not Provide any food till after teh trip at %pm-food was cold and very poor quality-fish and chicken were dry and rubbery

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Private San José City Tour
Private San José City Tour
San José

I would have liked a planned tour of the most important places to see.He did a good job but it was a little chaotic as he requested what we wanted to see and took us around.However I think he did a great job given the traffic in San Jose!!

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Local specialist: Elena Mora
Elena
Elena Mora
Local specialist in Cartago, Turrialba | Replied on Dec 28, 2025
Hola Santhi, Thank you very much 🙏🏼for taking the time to share such detailed feedback about your Costa Rica experience. I truly appreciate your kind words and am delighted to hear that you had a great trip overall. I am very pleased to know that you enjoyed the hotels and felt comfortable and safe with our drivers. Your special mention of Mr. Sergei is greatly appreciated—he is indeed a wonderful driver and guide, and I will be sure to pass along your compliments to him. I am also glad to... Read more

Hola Santhi,

Thank you very much 🙏🏼for taking the time to share such detailed feedback about your Costa Rica experience. I truly appreciate your kind words and am delighted to hear that you had a great trip overall.

I am very pleased to know that you enjoyed the hotels and felt comfortable and safe with our drivers. Your special mention of Mr. Sergei is greatly appreciated—he is indeed a wonderful driver and guide, and I will be sure to pass along your compliments to him. I am also glad to hear that Adrian was able to assist you promptly and provide reassurance throughout your journey. Having reliable local support is very important to us, and your feedback confirms its value.

Thank you as well for sharing your constructive comments. Your observations regarding the level of detail in the itinerary, clearer activity durations and start times, and more precise pickup and drop-off times are very helpful. I also appreciate your feedback regarding the Damas Island boat tour and the timing and quality of the included meal. These insights are valuable and will certainly help us improve communication and set clearer expectations for future travelers.

Overall, I am happy to know that, despite a few minor adjustments that could have enhanced the experience, the trip went well and met your expectations. It was truly a pleasure planning this journey for you, and I sincerely thank you for your trust.

Warm regards, Pura Vida !

Elena Mora
Serendipity Adventures – Costa Rica

Amazing 4 day family vacation in Costa Rica
Costa Rica | Dec 19 - Dec 23, 2025

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Roo P.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025
Our trip to Costa Rica was incredible. We were only there for 4 days between Monteverde & Manuel Antonio but our travel agent Elena did a wonderful job making sure those 4 days were memorable. The two hotels she picked were beautiful, clean, and with lovely views. The guides for our activities were all friendly and knowledgeable and we really enjoyed visiting the cloud forest, doing a nighttime wildlife walk, our boat tour, and the trip to Manuel Antonio park. All transportation arrangements... Read more

Our trip to Costa Rica was incredible. We were only there for 4 days between Monteverde & Manuel Antonio but our travel agent Elena did a wonderful job making sure those 4 days were memorable. The two hotels she picked were beautiful, clean, and with lovely views. The guides for our activities were all friendly and knowledgeable and we really enjoyed visiting the cloud forest, doing a nighttime wildlife walk, our boat tour, and the trip to Manuel Antonio park. All transportation arrangements were entirely seamless and pickups were timely. I will definitely use KimKim again for future travel needs.

Activity Review
Catamaran Tour with Meal
Catamaran Tour with Meal
Costa Rica

The crew on our boat were super friendly and ensured it was a great experience. The boat was spacious and there were only 15 people on board so things didn’t feel crowded. We got a great tour of the western coastline and then enjoyed an hour in the ocean diving, swimming, and snorkeling. The lunch provided was delicious, as were the drinks. I would highly recommend this guide!

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Local specialist: Elena Mora
Elena
Elena Mora
Local specialist in Cartago, Turrialba | Replied on Dec 28, 2025
Hola Roo, Thank you very much for your kind and thoughtful words. It was truly a pleasure assisting you with your trip to Costa Rica, and I am delighted to hear that your time in Monteverde and Manuel Antonio was such a memorable experience. I’m glad you enjoyed the hotels, activities, and guides, and that all transportation arrangements went smoothly. Creating seamless and meaningful experiences, even on short trips, is always my goal, so your feedback means a great deal to me. Thank you... Read more

Hola Roo,

Thank you very much for your kind and thoughtful words. It was truly a pleasure assisting you with your trip to Costa Rica, and I am delighted to hear that your time in Monteverde and Manuel Antonio was such a memorable experience.

I’m glad you enjoyed the hotels, activities, and guides, and that all transportation arrangements went smoothly. Creating seamless and meaningful experiences, even on short trips, is always my goal, so your feedback means a great deal to me.

Thank you again for trusting me, Serendipity Adventures and KimKim with your travel plans. I would be honored to assist you again on a future adventure in Costa Rica or beyond.

Warm regards, Pura Vida!

Elena Mora
Serendipity Adventures – Costa Rica