Costa Rica is rapidly becoming a favorite destination for family travel. This lovely, small country features activities and adventures to delight the whole family. Whether your dream getaway is a white sand beach, a week-long whitewater rafting trip, or a visit to a mangrove jungle, there's something for everyone!
This is family fun at its finest. Our Family Adventure Vacation is fun, sun, and adventure – all wrapped into one 7 night package!
Price
$2835 per adult double occupancy$875 per child 11 & under *Max 2*Based on 2 adults + 2 children sharing 1 room
Price valid until: October 31, 2025
Destinations Visited
Arenal Volcano, Tamarindo Beach
Duration
8 days / 7 nights
Discover the white sand beaches of Playa Conchal, experience sunset catamaran sailing, and adventure at Ricon de la Vieja National Park on this all-inclusive family resort escape!
Price
$3595 per adult double occupancy$1575 per teen ages 13-17$1160 per child 12 and under. Maximum 4 total per room. Over four total travelers will require two rooms. Inquire for pricing
Price valid until: October 31, 2024
Destinations Visited
Playa Conchal, Guanacaste
Duration
8 days / 7 nights
Explore Rio Celeste and indulge on the white sand beaches of the luxurious new W Resort set in the Reserva Conchal resort community.
Price
$3990 per adult double occupancy$995 per child 11 & under *Max 2*Based on 2 adults + 2 children sharing 1 room.
Price valid until: Oct 31, 2025
Destinations Visited
Rio Celeste, Conchal Beach
Duration
8 days / 7 nights
Our Family Safari vacation package is perfect for active, curious explorers! Discover Arenal Volcano, natural hot springs, remote private islands, and coastal beaches.
Price
$3780 per adult double occupancy$1395 per child 11 and under *Max 2*Based on 2 adults + 2 children sharing 1 room
Price valid until: October 31, 2025
Destinations Visited
Arenal Volcano, Isla Chiquita, Manuel Antonio
Duration
9 days / 8 nights
Explore a volcano, rainforest, & beach! This classic family trip will have everyone reminiscing for years.
Price
$2799 per person for family of 4$2565 per person for family of 5$2290 per person for family of 6
Price valid until: October 31, 2025
Destinations Visited
Arenal Volcano, Manuel Antonio
Duration
8 days / 7 nights
Discover the most popular family destinations in Costa Rica. Hike through the Monteverde Cloud Forest. Explore Arenal Volcano and La Fortuna Waterfall. Discover the wild coastline of Manuel Antonio National Park.
Price
$17,035 total for family of 4$18,860 total for family of 5$19,915 total for family of 6
Price valid until: October 31, 2025
Destinations Visited
Arenal Volcano, Monteverde Cloud Forest, Manuel Antonio
Duration
9 days / 8 nights
Arenal is the adventure capital of Costa Rica! With so much to see and experience at this one destination, you could spend a week there. And, this is it!
Price
$15,810 total 4 passengers sharing 1 Vista Grande Double Queen Room Or$20,195 total for 5 passengers sharing a 2-bedroom Junior Aracari Suite$24,190 total for 6 passengers sharing a 3-bedroom Junior Springs Suite
Price valid until: October 31, 2025
Destinations Visited
Arenal Volcano
Duration
8 days / 7 nights
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:
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.
Whether you’re looking for adventure or a relaxing getaway with family in tow, Costa Rica is the perfect destination spot for everyone to enjoy. This is more than just a chance to see the tropics. Costa Rica’s unique biodiversity and dedication to the environment makes it an ideal place to learn about conservation, the environment, and how much fun can be found in the midst of nature. It’s the perfect destination for discovering a passion for wildlife, adventure, or the natural world.
With so much to see and do, from adventures to relaxing, your family is sure to enjoy every minute!
From all-inclusive family resorts and private beaches, to eco-lodges and rainforest adventures, Costa Rica has kid-friendly hotels for every family.
5-star hospitality and kid-friendly fun aren’t mutually exclusive at The Springs Resort and Spa. Extensive hot springs (with an adults-only section) and a 14,000 square foot spa are guaranteed to delight, and for adventure, the Club Rio Outdoor Center features a wide variety of activities – horseback riding, hiking, kayaking, canyoning, and more.
Tulemar Resorts in Manuel Antonio is one of the rare family resorts offering direct access to a private beach and complimentary use of the hotel’s boogie boards and beach equipment.
The Tortuga Lodge sits in a remote rainforest region on the northern Atlantic coast. The whole family can experience encounters with the incredible wildlife that Costa Rica has to offer.
The boutique resort sits on the edge of the bay, protected from the rough surf of the Pacific. The calm waters make for worry-free swimming for all ages!
Hotel Si Como No in Manuel Antonio features a family pool, two unique restaurants, a butterfly garden, a free beach shuttle, and a small private cinema that plays family-friendly movies each evening.
This delightful Peace Lodge is also home to a butterfly garden and a snake exhibit. Activities range from bird watching and hiking to a coffee plantation tour.
For an incomparable all-inclusive family vacation, the Westin Playa Conchal features not only a lovely beach, but also a Kids Club, a massive spa, and a complete 18-hole, par 71 golf course, all set on 2400 beautiful acres.
From deciding on destinations to picking out activities everyone will enjoy, vacation planning can be such a stress – and when it comes to planning a trip abroad, it can get even worse. There are so many options when it comes to visiting Costa Rica, and it’s tough knowing where to start. By planning your complete customized family vacation with Costa Rica Experts, you leave the worry up to us! Explore our sample itineraries for inspiration, then give us a call to start creating your dream vacation. With 30+ years of experience and guaranteed 24/7 in-country assistance, our Travel Experts are dedicated to helping you every step of your vacation – from the minute you start planning to the second you get off your return flight, we’ve got you covered.
