When to go
The best time for a safari in Kenya is one of the dry seasons, between June and October as well as January and February. The famous wildebeest herds are in the Maasai Mara in September and October.
Travel to
Costa Rica
A hidden rainforest trail leads to an azure-blue pond, where a waterfall plunges down, inviting you to a refreshing dip. Walk on up the hill discovering plenty of wildlife and birds along the way. Stand still, awe-inspired at the view over the forest canopy. Zipline down back to your hotel and enjoy a spot of kayaking, rafting, snorkelling or sailing or simply an afternoon on the beach. This is La Pura Vida - Costa Rica style.
When
Best time to go to
Costa Rica
Places
Best places to go in
Costa Rica
Experiences
Key experiences in
Costa Rica
Itineraries
Best tours in
Costa Rica
Best time to Travel to
Costa Rica
A hidden rainforest trail leads to an azure-blue pond, where a waterfall plunges down, inviting you to a refreshing dip. Walk on up the hill discovering plenty of wildlife and birds along the way. Stand still, awe-inspired at the view over the forest canopy. Zipline down back to your hotel and enjoy a spot of kayaking, rafting, snorkelling or sailing or simply an afternoon on the beach. This is La Pura Vida - Costa Rica style.
Must-See Places in
Costa Rica
Signature Experiences in
Costa Rica
Monteverde
Monteverde and neighbouring Santa Elena are where Costa Rica's ecotourism began. It is here that you can hike through cloudforests in search of birdlife, while engaging in adventure activities such as ziplining.
Arenal
While its iconic volcano no longer erupts, the area still has enough hiking trails, outdoor activities and hot springs to merit a visit.
Manuel Antonio
Dreamlike beaches where monkeys swing down the trees right to the ocean - that is Manuel Antonio in a nutshell. Throw in a good size national park and plenty of water and land-based activities and you have a must-visit destination, the perfect finale to any trip to Costa Rica.
Tortuguero
A remote network of canals and waterways that intersects the lowland jungle, Tortuguero is the perfect getaway for nature lovers. Paddle a canoe or take a guided tour and discover hidden wildlife and plants along the banks.
Central Valley & Highlands
Steaming volcanoes, coffee plantations, verdant jungles clinging to steep mountains and rivers that tumble down the slopes - the Central Valley and Highlands have enough to keep you busy for a few days.
Corcovado
National Geographic called it 'the most biologically intense place on earth'. Home to many endangered species, this is one of the last great stands of tropical rainforest in Central America.
Stay in an eco-lodge
Imagine staying in a lodge where, when you step out, you are surrounded by nothing but nature. Birds sing in the trees, a troop of monkeys swings in the canopy and the vegetation is so lush you have to rub your eyes to make sure you are not dreaming.
Soak in a hot spring
Costa Rica has many thermal springs. Find them in the middle of the forest, or at the bottom of the terrace of a restaurant - no matter where, take time to soak, relax and....
Ziplining
Walk to a platform overlooking the forest canopy, put on your harness, hook on to the line, push off and away you go! There is nothing quite like gliding through the forest, as free as a bird.
White water rafting
Ranging in difficulty from class I to V, anyone can enjoy a rafting trip. From half to two day trips, some of them staying at jungle lodges, this is the perfect way to discover the jungles of Costa Rica.
Hiking
Many of Costa Rica's national parks are crisscrossed by trails. Hike through the jungle to a hidden pool, waterfall or beach, enjoy the views and be surprised by the wildlife you may come across.
Wildlife watching
Home to 5% of the world's lifeforms, Costa Rica is one of the prime destinations for wildlife watching. Be it birds, mammals, insects or reptiles you are after, you will be not be disappointed.
Kayaking and boating
Kayaking and boating are two excellent ways to experience the mangroves along the coasts and the marshes of the interior, giving you access to places you cannot get to by road or on foot.
Suggested Tours
East African Wildlife Safari
Tour code: FEAW
Why we love this trip: Our best-selling safari visiting all major game parks in Kenya and Tanzania
Places visited: Nairobi, Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru, Maasai Mara, Lake Victoria, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara, Amboseli.
Signature Experiences: Lots of game drives, Great Migration, village visit, canoe trip, optional balloon safari
Length: 14 days
Accommodation: Safari lodges & luxury tented camps
Included meals: breakfast in Nairobi, all meals while on safari
Transport: Minivan & 4x4 Landcruiser
Departures: Set small-group dates and daily private departures
Customizable? Yes, price on request
Price: Small group departures priced from $3995(low season) - $5280(high season)
Kenya Wildlife Safari
Tour code: FKWS
Why we love this trip: This popular safari visits all major game parks in Kenya
Places visited: Nairobi, Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru, Maasai Mara
Signature Experiences: Lots of game drives, Great Migration, village visit, optional balloon safari
Length: 8 days
Accommodation: Safari lodges & luxury tented camps
Included meals: breakfast in Nairobi, all meals while on safari
Transport: Minivan
Departures: Set small-group dates and daily private departures
Customizable? Yes, price on request
Price: Small group departures priced from $1995 (low season) - $2781(high season)
Gorillas & Maasai Mara
Tour code: EWYU
Why we love this trip: This popular safari visits major game parks in Kenya and offers gorilla tracking
Places visited: Nairobi, Lakes Naivasha & Nakuru, Maasai Mara, Jinja, Lake Bunyonyi, Volcanoes NP, Kigali
Signature Experiences: game drives, Great Migration, village visit, optional balloon safari, rafting, gorilla trek
Length: 16 days
Accommodation: full service camping in campsites, permanent tented camps, hotels
Included meals: 15 breakfasts, 14 lunches, 13 dinners
Transport: overland vehicle
Departures: set small-group dates
Customizable? Yes, we can tailor this in lodges and hotels - price on request
Price: Small group departures priced from $3910