Our trip to CR was amazing. Bryan at Kimkim a...
Costa Rica | Feb 1 - Feb 14, 2025

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James W.
Canada | Reviewed on Mar 01, 2025

Our trip to CR was amazing. Bryan at Kimkim and Nancy and Wilman at Serendipity Adventures did a great job planning and executing our trip.
The Zip line in La Fortuna was a real highlight. Our transfers were always on time, comfortable and we felt safe at all times. Our accommodations were wonderful and the food was excellent. The nature walk in Manuel Antonio park was amazing. Our guide had a telescope and knew all the right places to look for birds and animals.
Serendipity also arranged a side to Paos volcano at the end of our trip. It was amazing since the clouds lifted and we got to see the entire crater and lake!
We also thoroughly the rafting trip in La Fortuna and the cooking class in Manuel Antonio Park area.
We highly recommend a trip to Costa Rica and thank Kimkim and Serendipity for all their work to make our trip highly memorable.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Presidente
San José

This a great hotel in the heart of San Jose. great for walking around the City Centre. our rooms were spacious and the breakfasts were wonderful.

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Location
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Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Costa Verde
Manuel Antonio

the hotel is built into the side of a mountain that overlooks the Pacific Ocean. The views are amazing. Sunsets on the deck off the swimming pool are stunning. Enjoy a beverage and watch the sun go down over the Pacific ocean. The rooms are spacious and clean. staff friendly and accommodating to all our needs. Highly recommend. One other thing - there is a lot of steep walking on the property and down to the beach area. Use the local bus to manage the trip down and back from the beach.

Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs
Fortuna

The views from most everywhere on the property were stunning. The food especially the breakfasts were delicious and varied. We were there for 5 days. The staff were friendly and always accommodating. We highly recommend staying with them

Studio Hotel
San José

This hotel is out of town near the airport. It is an excellent choice when travelling the next day to the airport. Good restaurants nearby and the decor (sculptures and paintings) are amazing. You will need a taxi to get to the big shopping mall - Multi- Plaza. Staff friendly and very knowledgeable about the surrounding area with things to do. Highly recommend.

Activity Reviews
Arenal Hanging Bridges Guided Walk
Arenal Hanging Bridges Guided Walk
Arenal/La Fortuna

Great walk through the rainforest. Lots of birds and animals. The hanging bridges are a fun walk!

Ecological Park & Butterfly Garden Nature Walk
Ecological Park & Butterfly Garden Nature Walk
Arenal/La Fortuna
Río Peñas Blancas Safari Float
Río Peñas Blancas Safari Float
Arenal/La Fortuna

Lots of fun. Our guide was very knowledgeable and pointed out lots of birds, animals and a few alligators during our ride.

Coffee & Chocolate Tour
Coffee & Chocolate Tour
Costa Rica

Learned a lot about the best way to make a great cup of coffee. Yen our guide made the tour interesting and informative. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to the coffee and chocolate planation!

Manuel Antonio National Park Nature Hike
Manuel Antonio National Park Nature Hike
Manuel Antonio

Our guide had a telescope and tripod and we were able to see more animals and birds than with the naked eye. The guides work together to point out different "sitings" of wild life. Excellent tour and we would highly recommend it. The walk is generally flat and easy to navigate.

Local Flavors Cooking Experience
Local Flavors Cooking Experience
Manuel Antonio

We had a great time and lots of laughs. The end result of chicken, vegetables and salsa was delicious. Knowledgeable instructors and a good group of people. Lots of fun.

Local specialist: Bryan Leon
Bryan
Bryan Leon
Local specialist in Cartago, Costa Rica | Replied on Mar 01, 2025

Dear James!

Thank you for sharing your amazing experience! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the zip line, nature walk, rafting, and cooking class, and that the clouds lifted for your Poás Volcano visit—what a special moment!

We’re so glad you felt safe and well taken care of. Thank you for trusting Kimkim and Serendipity Adventures. If you ever return, we’d love to help plan another unforgettable trip!

Pura Vida,
Bryan Leon,
Serendipity Adventures, Costa Rica🌋