A meaningful vacation experience can create a lifetime of memories that will keep the family reminiscing for years. With the rich biodiversity and the vast variety of unique adventures found in Costa Rica, there’s always something exciting for every young traveler to discover. Visit the Monteverde Cloud Forest, one of the most unique environments in the world, for a horseback ride while trying to spot the beautiful and near-mythical Resplendent Quetzal. Head to Tortuguero, where you can watch one of the world’s most amazing natural wonders – the arribada, when hundreds of sea turtles come ashore in a single night to lay their eggs. Venture into the limestone caverns of the Venado Caves; while not for the claustrophobic, there’s no denying that the rock formations, bats, and strange subterranean creatures are fascinating. There’s just so much to see and do!
Some of our favorite family-friendly activities in Costa Rica:
- World-Renowned Beaches
- Legendary Hiking Trails
- Unique Wildlife Adventures
- Awe-Inspiring National Parks
- Zip-Lining & Canopy Tours
- Horseback Riding Tours
- Internationally Famous Surf
Costa Rica’s variety of terrain guarantees that there’s something fun for every young traveler. Over the years, a number of areas in Costa Rica have become world-renowned for their adventures. At the Arenal Volcano, ziplines and canopy tours are perfect for the thrill-seekers, and the nearby Pacuare River is well-known for incomparable whitewater rafting trips. Tamarindo Beach is a surfer’s paradise for both experts and amateurs – and whether you’re 7 or 70, learning to get to your feet while riding the waves is an experience everyone should have.
