We had a great couple of weeks in Costa Rica,...
Costa Rica | Jan 17 - Jan 30, 2023

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Lorenzo C.
Franklin, MA | Reviewed on Feb 03, 2023

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.

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Located at the foot of the volcano and 5 minute drive to the town.
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Monteverde Country Lodge
Monteverde

Good accommodations. Its on a hill so walking to stores and restaurants is very tough. Can take taxi

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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.

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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.

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View of the ocean.
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Activity Reviews
Selvatura Park Self-Guided Hanging Bridges & Zip Lining
Selvatura Park Self-Guided Hanging Bridges & Zip Lining
Monteverde

These were amazing zip lines, 13 in total. Some long some short. Well run and safe.

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Coffee & Chocolate Tour in Monteverde
Coffee & Chocolate Tour in Monteverde
Monteverde

Fun and tasty. Learned a few things about coffee and chocolate too.

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El Silencio Volcano Hike & Visit to La Fortuna Waterfall
El Silencio Volcano Hike & Visit to La Fortuna Waterfall
Arenal/La Fortuna
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Río Celeste & Tenorio Volcano National Park Guided Rainforest Hike
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.

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Ocean Kayaking & Snorkeling
Ocean Kayaking & Snorkeling
Manuel Antonio

Fun kayaking here. The guide was good and water calm.

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San José City Tour
San José City Tour
San José

City tour was informative and interesting.

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Local specialist: Yuliana Valverde
Yuliana
Yuliana Valverde
Local specialist in San José, Costa Rica | Replied on Feb 07, 2023

Hi Lorenzo,
I hope you are well.
Thanks for your message and for taking the time to leave us this amazing review.
I was more than glad to assist during this time, and I am so happy that you had a great time here.
I hope you will visit Costa Rica in the future and can explore the different destinations in our beautiful country.
Best regards from Costa Rica.
Yuliana