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Mexico small group vacation, a food adventure
Get an authentic taste of Mexico on this 8 day tour
From US $1,750 to US $1,960 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 5 Aug, 9 Sep, 23 Sep, 14 Oct, 28 Oct, 18 Nov, 23 Dec, 30 Dec
2018: 6 Jan, 13 Jan, 20 Jan, 17 Feb, 3 Mar, 31 Mar, 14 Apr, 28 Apr, 26 May, 9 Jun, 30 Jun, 21 Jul, 11 Aug, 1 Sep, 22 Sep, 6 Oct, 20 Oct, 3 Nov, 17 Nov, 22 Dec, 29 Dec
2018: 6 Jan, 13 Jan, 20 Jan, 17 Feb, 3 Mar, 31 Mar, 14 Apr, 28 Apr, 26 May, 9 Jun, 30 Jun, 21 Jul, 11 Aug, 1 Sep, 22 Sep, 6 Oct, 20 Oct, 3 Nov, 17 Nov, 22 Dec, 29 Dec
Central America activity vacation, Costa Rica & Panama
An escape to Costa Rica rainforest and idyllic Panama waters
From US $2,255 to US $2,840 9 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Nicaragua walking tour vacation
An easy walking tour
From £2,725 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Daily departures until October
Costa Rica adventure vacation
Fall under the spell of Costa Rica
From US $1,400 to US $1,899 16 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Depatures at least once a week on Mondays and Saturdays throughout the year
Marine conservation in Belize
Monitor reefs in the Caribbean
From US $1,330 5 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Departures on weekends but transfers can be made on other days at an extra cost
$500 off a trip to Belize - a savings of 38% off our regular price! Applies only to trips taken before September 1st. Hurry to take advantage of this huge summer savings deal!
Central America tour on a shoestring
Highlights of Mexico, Guatemala and Belize
From US $1,962 to US $2,151 22 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 16 Jul, 6 Aug, 27 Aug, 17 Sep, 8 Oct, 29 Oct, 19 Nov, 10 Dec, 31 Dec
2018: 21 Jan, 11 Feb, 4 Mar, 25 Mar, 15 Apr, 6 May, 27 May, 17 Jun, 8 Jul, 29 Jul, 19 Aug, 9 Sep, 30 Sep, 21 Oct, 11 Nov, 2 Dec, 23 Dec
2018: 21 Jan, 11 Feb, 4 Mar, 25 Mar, 15 Apr, 6 May, 27 May, 17 Jun, 8 Jul, 29 Jul, 19 Aug, 9 Sep, 30 Sep, 21 Oct, 11 Nov, 2 Dec, 23 Dec
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Central America cycling vacation
Colonial cities, cloud forests and tropical island paradise
From US $3,715 to US $3,955 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 19 Aug, 16 Sep, 30 Sep, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct, 4 Nov, 11 Nov, 18 Nov, 25 Nov, 9 Dec, 16 Dec, 23 Dec
2018: 6 Jan, 13 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 3 Mar, 10 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 14 Apr, 19 May, 4 Aug, 18 Aug, 22 Sep, 6 Oct, 27 Oct, 3 Nov, 10 Nov, 17 Nov, 24 Nov, 8 Dec, 15 Dec, 22 Dec
2018: 6 Jan, 13 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 3 Mar, 10 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 14 Apr, 19 May, 4 Aug, 18 Aug, 22 Sep, 6 Oct, 27 Oct, 3 Nov, 10 Nov, 17 Nov, 24 Nov, 8 Dec, 15 Dec, 22 Dec
Coast to coast cycling vacation in Costa Rica
Take in the variety of Costa Rica by bike
From US $3,565 to US $3,825 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 12 Aug, 21 Oct, 4 Nov, 18 Nov, 16 Dec
2018: 13 Jan, 3 Feb, 17 Feb, 10 Mar, 17 Mar, 21 Apr, 11 Aug, 20 Oct, 3 Nov, 17 Nov, 15 Dec
2018: 13 Jan, 3 Feb, 17 Feb, 10 Mar, 17 Mar, 21 Apr, 11 Aug, 20 Oct, 3 Nov, 17 Nov, 15 Dec
Panama vacation, Panama Pathways
Easy-paced and comprehensive best-of Panama adventure
From US $3,625 to US $3,825 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
Departs every Friday
Costa Rica conservation tour, tailormade
The Pacific to the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica
From £2,470 12 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary
Costa Rica and Nicaragua self drive vacation
Self drive holiday through the best of Nicaragua and Costa Rica
From £3,130 16 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year
Belize & Guatemala adventure vacation
Combine sand sea wildlife and culture
From US $1,440 to US $1,999 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 15 Jul, 5 Aug, 30 Sep, 18 Nov, 16 Dec
2018: 6 Jan, 17 Feb, 24 Mar, 21 Apr
2018: 6 Jan, 17 Feb, 24 Mar, 21 Apr
Family vacation in Costa Rica
The perfect place to take your family
From US $2,142 to US $3,087 15 days
ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 2 Aug, 5 Aug, 9 Aug, 12 Aug, 16 Aug, 16 Dec
Costa Rica tour, small group
Express trip through the wonders of Costa Rica
From US $1,625 to US $1,850 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 15 Jul, 7 Oct, 21 Oct, 4 Nov, 18 Nov, 2 Dec, 16 Dec, 30 Dec
2018: 6 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 3 Feb, 17 Feb, 3 Mar, 17 Mar, 14 Apr, 28 Apr, 12 May, 19 May, 23 Jun, 7 Jul, 21 Jul, 18 Aug, 22 Sep, 13 Oct, 27 Oct, 10 Nov, 24 Nov, 8 Dec, 15 Dec, 22 Dec
2018: 6 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 3 Feb, 17 Feb, 3 Mar, 17 Mar, 14 Apr, 28 Apr, 12 May, 19 May, 23 Jun, 7 Jul, 21 Jul, 18 Aug, 22 Sep, 13 Oct, 27 Oct, 10 Nov, 24 Nov, 8 Dec, 15 Dec, 22 Dec
Mexico, Belize & Guatemala tour, Mayan encounter
Travel through paradise between the Yucatan & Guatemalan.
From US $1,460 to US $1,655 17 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 11 Jul, 15 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct, 4 Nov, 7 Nov, 11 Nov, 18 Nov, 21 Nov, 25 Nov, 2 Dec, 5 Dec, 9 Dec, 16 Dec, 23 Dec, 30 Dec
2018: 6 Jan, 9 Jan, 13 Jan, 16 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 30 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 13 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 3 Mar, 10 Mar, 17 Mar, 20 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 24 Apr, 28 Apr, 5 May, 19 May ...
2018: 6 Jan, 9 Jan, 13 Jan, 16 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 30 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 13 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 3 Mar, 10 Mar, 17 Mar, 20 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 24 Apr, 28 Apr, 5 May, 19 May ...
Guatemala & Mexico overland vacation
Discover Mayan ruins and pristine beaches of the Caribbean
From US $1,460 to US $1,655 13 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 8 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 22 Jul, 27 Jul, 29 Jul, 3 Aug, 5 Aug, 10 Aug, 24 Aug, 2 Sep, 14 Sep, 16 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 14 Oct, 19 Oct, 26 Oct, 28 Oct, 2 Nov, 4 Nov, 9 Nov, 11 Nov, 16 Nov, 23 Nov, 25 Nov, 30 Nov, 2 Dec, 7 Dec, 9 Dec, 14 Dec, 16 Dec, 21 Dec, 23 Dec, 26 Dec, 28 Dec, 30 Dec
2018: 4 Jan, 6 Jan, 11 Jan, 13 Jan, 18 Jan, 20 Jan, 25 Jan, 1 Feb, 8 Feb, 10 Feb, 15 Feb, 22 Feb, 24 Feb, 1 Mar, 8 Mar ...
2018: 4 Jan, 6 Jan, 11 Jan, 13 Jan, 18 Jan, 20 Jan, 25 Jan, 1 Feb, 8 Feb, 10 Feb, 15 Feb, 22 Feb, 24 Feb, 1 Mar, 8 Mar ...
Mexico small group vacation, culture & beach
2 week discovery Mexico's Aztec, Zapotec & Mayan cultures .
From US $1,340 to US $1,590 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 15 Jul, 22 Jul, 25 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 15 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 23 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 10 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 24 Oct, 28 Oct, 4 Nov, 7 Nov, 11 Nov, 18 Nov, 21 Nov, 25 Nov, 2 Dec, 5 Dec, 9 Dec, 16 Dec, 19 Dec, 23 Dec, 30 Dec
2018: 6 Jan, 13 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 30 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 13 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 3 Mar, 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 10 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 24 Apr, 28 Apr ...
2018: 6 Jan, 13 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 30 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 13 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 3 Mar, 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 10 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 24 Apr, 28 Apr ...
Yucatan tailor made vacation in Mexico
A culturally-focused journey in the Yucatan Peninsula.
From US $2,595 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Central America overland tours
Travel through 6 Central American countries
From £2,248 22 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 16 Sep, 21 Oct, 25 Nov, 16 Dec
Costa Rica eco lodge in a private reserve
Rainforest eco lodge on 280 acre private reserve
From US $185 to US $260 per room per night (sleeps 2)
Accommodation
Self drive vacation in Costa Rica
Tailor made self-drive holiday in stunning Costa Rica
From £2,405 17 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailormade throughout the year and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary
Costa Rica vacation, encompassed
Nature and adventure
From US $1,422 to US $1,566 14 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 1 Jul, 23 Jul, 12 Aug, 3 Sep, 23 Sep, 15 Oct, 4 Nov, 18 Nov, 26 Nov, 16 Dec, 30 Dec
2018: 7 Jan, 27 Jan, 10 Feb, 18 Feb, 10 Mar, 24 Mar, 1 Apr, 21 Apr, 5 May, 9 Jun, 28 Jul, 18 Aug, 15 Sep, 6 Oct, 3 Nov, 24 Nov, 22 Dec
2018: 7 Jan, 27 Jan, 10 Feb, 18 Feb, 10 Mar, 24 Mar, 1 Apr, 21 Apr, 5 May, 9 Jun, 28 Jul, 18 Aug, 15 Sep, 6 Oct, 3 Nov, 24 Nov, 22 Dec
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Costa Rica tour
Explore the Caribbean coast to the Pacific
From US $1,635 to US $1,855 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 8 Jul, 15 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 16 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 28 Oct, 4 Nov, 11 Nov, 18 Nov, 25 Nov, 2 Dec, 9 Dec, 16 Dec, 23 Dec, 30 Dec
2018: 4 Jan, 6 Jan, 11 Jan, 13 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 1 Feb, 3 Feb, 8 Feb, 10 Feb, 15 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 1 Mar, 3 Mar, 10 Mar, 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 5 Apr, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 28 Apr, 12 May, 19 May, 26 May, 9 Jun, 23 Jun, 7 Jul, 14 Jul ...
2018: 4 Jan, 6 Jan, 11 Jan, 13 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 1 Feb, 3 Feb, 8 Feb, 10 Feb, 15 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 1 Mar, 3 Mar, 10 Mar, 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 5 Apr, 7 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 28 Apr, 12 May, 19 May, 26 May, 9 Jun, 23 Jun, 7 Jul, 14 Jul ...
Mexico & Guatemala overland tours
Mexico City to Antigua
From US $2,715 to US $3,075 31 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 15 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 23 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 24 Oct, 28 Oct, 4 Nov, 7 Nov, 11 Nov, 18 Nov, 21 Nov, 25 Nov, 2 Dec, 9 Dec, 16 Dec, 23 Dec, 30 Dec
2018: 6 Jan, 13 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 30 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 3 Mar, 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 10 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 5 May, 12 May, 26 May, 2 Jun, 9 Jun, 16 Jun, 19 Jun, 23 Jun ...
2018: 6 Jan, 13 Jan, 20 Jan, 27 Jan, 30 Jan, 3 Feb, 10 Feb, 17 Feb, 24 Feb, 3 Mar, 17 Mar, 24 Mar, 31 Mar, 7 Apr, 10 Apr, 14 Apr, 21 Apr, 5 May, 12 May, 26 May, 2 Jun, 9 Jun, 16 Jun, 19 Jun, 23 Jun ...
Costa Rica adventure vacation, tailor made
Active Costa Rica trip in the region's best National Parks
From US $3,375 12 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Nicaragua multisport vacation
An active trip through Nicaragua's beautiful highlights!
From US $1,765 to US $1,895 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Flexible departures throughout the year - please enquire for more details
Central America tours
Highlights of Central America
From US $1,557 to US $1,710 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 9 Jul, 29 Jul, 20 Aug, 9 Sep, 1 Oct, 21 Oct, 12 Nov, 2 Dec, 24 Dec
2018: 13 Jan, 4 Feb, 24 Feb, 18 Mar, 7 Apr, 5 May, 26 May, 23 Jun, 14 Jul, 11 Aug, 1 Sep, 29 Sep, 20 Oct, 17 Nov, 8 Dec
2018: 13 Jan, 4 Feb, 24 Feb, 18 Mar, 7 Apr, 5 May, 26 May, 23 Jun, 14 Jul, 11 Aug, 1 Sep, 29 Sep, 20 Oct, 17 Nov, 8 Dec
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Mexico, Belize and Guatemala vacation
Bask on Caribbean beaches and explore Mayan ruins
From US $972 to US $1,062 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 30 Jun, 20 Jul, 11 Aug, 31 Aug, 22 Sep, 12 Oct, 3 Nov, 23 Nov, 15 Dec
2018: 4 Jan, 26 Jan, 15 Feb, 9 Mar, 29 Mar, 26 Apr, 17 May, 14 Jun, 5 Jul, 2 Aug, 23 Aug, 20 Sep, 11 Oct, 8 Nov, 29 Nov, 27 Dec
2018: 4 Jan, 26 Jan, 15 Feb, 9 Mar, 29 Mar, 26 Apr, 17 May, 14 Jun, 5 Jul, 2 Aug, 23 Aug, 20 Sep, 11 Oct, 8 Nov, 29 Nov, 27 Dec
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Central America tour
Reggae rhythms, flavoursome food and spectacular landscapes
From US $2,511 to US $2,763 24 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 30 Jun, 20 Jul, 11 Aug, 31 Aug, 22 Sep, 12 Oct, 3 Nov, 23 Nov, 15 Dec
2018: 4 Jan, 26 Jan, 15 Feb, 9 Mar, 29 Mar, 26 Apr, 17 May, 14 Jun, 5 Jul, 2 Aug, 23 Aug, 20 Sep, 11 Oct, 8 Nov, 29 Nov, 27 Dec
2018: 4 Jan, 26 Jan, 15 Feb, 9 Mar, 29 Mar, 26 Apr, 17 May, 14 Jun, 5 Jul, 2 Aug, 23 Aug, 20 Sep, 11 Oct, 8 Nov, 29 Nov, 27 Dec
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Wildlife vacation in Costa Rica
Explore rainforests and reefs along the Caribbean coast
From US $873 to US $954 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2017: 6 Jul, 28 Jul, 17 Aug, 8 Sep, 28 Sep, 20 Oct, 9 Nov, 23 Nov, 1 Dec, 21 Dec
2018: 4 Jan, 12 Jan, 1 Feb, 15 Feb, 23 Feb, 15 Mar, 29 Mar, 6 Apr, 26 Apr, 10 May, 14 Jun, 28 Jun, 2 Aug, 23 Aug, 20 Sep, 11 Oct, 8 Nov, 29 Nov, 27 Dec
2018: 4 Jan, 12 Jan, 1 Feb, 15 Feb, 23 Feb, 15 Mar, 29 Mar, 6 Apr, 26 Apr, 10 May, 14 Jun, 28 Jun, 2 Aug, 23 Aug, 20 Sep, 11 Oct, 8 Nov, 29 Nov, 27 Dec
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From
US $2,142
excluding flights
We would definitely recommend this vacation. We travelled a lot but it wasn't too tiring, even for the children, as we didn't have to worry about anything. (more)Rosalind Dekker
Great for teenagers- Busy itinary and good mix of wildlife walks/boat trips where you get really close and the adventure trips white water rafting/canopy walk and zipwiring- which is incredible
(more)Helen Shard
From
US $1,330
excluding flights
The diving was fabulous. The instructors are brilliant, very patient and informative! (more)Lucy Keech
The most memorable part was diving with like minded staff and guests who love and appreciate the ocean and contributing to research and conservation...Excellent opportunity and experience. (more)Michelle Lamarca
Tom Owens Caye was a magic location for a chilled week diving in Belize. Polly, Patty and the team were generous hosts. The food was delicious with the lionfish and banana pancakes particular highlights! Diving was excellent. Still feeling good about the lobster survey! (more)Karen Whitham
From
£3,130
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Seeing the lava flowing at the Masaya volcano is a wow! (45 mins from Managua/Nicaragua); zip lining above the tree tops at Arenal. Watching the beautiful sunset, glass of wine in hand, at Arenal Observatory Lodge. Seeing Quetzals close up in the cloud forest. Hundreds of fireflies lighting up and dancing in front if us as the sun set. Seeing all the wonderful wildlife on offer in Costa Rica and Nicaragua.
Tips?
If driving use a satnav! Driving in Costa was... (more)Martin Blow
From
£2,725
excluding flights
Wildlife encounters in the tropical forest - howler monkeys, a sloth, racoons and porcupines plus too many species of birds to name. Guides were likeable and knowledgeable (more)Stephen Osgerby
The beauty of the country and the people was the highlight. Some of the most warm and friendly people I have ever come across. Very safe in the areas we travelled and absolutely amazing art for very little money. Loved it!! (more)Rene McRogers
From
US $972
excluding flights
Fantastic. My teenage, and somewhat well-travelled children have rated it as the best vacation ever. (more)Alex Holmes
The morning spent at Tikal in Guatemala was excellent. This activity is definitely best done in the early morning light as it gets very warm and less pleasant to walk in the jungle after 10am. (more)Diana Urbina
From
US $1,750
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
This was a food trip, and the food was fantastic. Our great guide, Fernando, took us to street food, markets, and restaurants--more than I expected. The cities of Puebla and Oaxaca are beautiful. For me high points were the markets and Monte Alban.
Tips?
1) Check the exact date you are going. We happened to be on the one trip that started at a different hotel, and there was confusion.
2) Now there is an overnight bus from Oaxaca to Zipolite (apparently soon... (more)Nancy McCormick
From
US $1,440
excluding flights
Most memorable: Snorkelling. Knowledgeable guides. (more)Andrew Koziar
It was excellent...Sitting on Temple 4 in Tikal watching the sun rise was the most exciting part of the trip. (more)Fran McQuail
The most memorable parts were... probably visiting ATM cave in Belize which was a great experience, and also snorkelling with nurse sharks and sting rays in Caye Caulker was incredible too. (more)Louise Sherwell
From
US $1,400
excluding flights
The landscapes were the highlight. (more)Zoe Wheeler
Very good...Costa Rica is a beautiful Country where real effort is being made to protect the natural resources.
(more)Claire Horrocks
The boat trip from Puerto Viajhoe to Tortuguero was relaxing, colourful and enjoyable - lots to see. Rainforest track to Rara Avis, and stay, memorable.
(more)Frederick Lockwood
From
US $1,460
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Stunning temples still largely unexcavated hidden in jungles, incredible and spicy food, vibrant bustling cities full of colour, swimming in underground cenotes (sinkholes).
Tips?
May is unbearably hot in the jungle and east coast areas! Opt for cooler months if you are flexible. Mexico has so much more I feel I want to explore, 2 weeks offered just the tip of the iceberg.
Local benefits?
local guides always used who in turn used their local contacts /businesses
Overall... (more)Sunita Raj
From
US $98
per person per night
Memorable parts?
I enjoyed every moment of my stay but being taught to dance Bachata by my
host family would have to be the highlight.
Tips?
If possible, ask to be placed at Dona Leila's house. She was the most
wonderful host - incredibly friendly, very patient with my basic Spanish and
an amazing cook.
Local benefits?
Definitely. I was immersed in the local small village community and the money from my homestay and other tours and activities was helping the locals sustain... (more)Elfie Burgess
From
US $1,895
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The whole experience of being in Nicaragus.
Tips?
Take time to plan an itinerary.
Local benefits?
Yes
Overall rating?
Excellent, truly memorable adventure for the whole family. (more)Richard Hollis
From
US $1,335
excluding flights
From
US $185
per room per night (sleeps 2)
Incredible - the lodge and its views over the mountains and forest were breathtaking and we had the most relaxing time. We will definitely be staying at the lodge again if we are ever back in Costa Rica. (more)Elfie Burgess
They create all their own electricity with a small hydro-turbine... virtually ALL the work done on this coffee plantation is by the owners and locals. They have many LONG TERM employees because they treat them very well, from what I saw and understood.
They are also re-foresting pasture land. Most of everything we ate was grown there except a few things they get from local farmers. (more)Korte Yeo
A fabulous situation , beautiful rooms, great service all round... We spent two weeks there and enjoyed every moment .Great thanks to the owners and their parents. (more)patrick heffron
From
US $873
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Seeing magnificent rainforest from high bridges on flanks of a volcano, seeing a turtle laying her eggs, giving bottle of milk to young spider, howler and capuchin monkeys at a rescue centre.
Tips?
Don't miss out on tours which give you full experience of the natural history of Costa Rica.
Local benefits?
I think the money I paid for my tours helped support the conservation and wildlife work and that my tour helped the businesses of the hotel and restaurant... (more)Celia Home
From
£2,405
excluding flights
From
£2,248
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Fantastic insight into many different cultures. Stunning and varied scenery in wonderful hot weather from the might of the Panama Canal to the jaw dropping beauty of the rain and cloud forests to the awesome splendour of the region's volcanoes and craters
Tips?
Do as much research as possible before your trip - I wished I had done more!
Try and learn some basic conversational Spanish - I wish I had learnt more!
Local benefits?
Tourism is an infant business... (more)Douglas Newlands
From
US $1,635
excluding flights
For my husband it was the amazing variety and beauty of the birds. For myself it was the excitement of seeing an armadillo at close quarters, although all the wildlife was extraordinary! (more)Barry Brown
Costa Rica is the most environmentally sympathetic country I have visited. (more)Chris Brougham
Best bit: Watching sea turtles laying their eggs on Tortuguero beach and the homestay (more)Janine Bolomey
From
US $1,340
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The hubbub of Mexico City and all the sights and museums within (we could only sample a few, regretfully!); and the laid back charm of San Cristobal with its streets, processions and central plaza activities.
Tips?
- Be ready for temperature variations - from cold/nippy to warm/hot!
- For vegetarians, be ready for limited eating options;
- for those who haven't had Mescal in the past, don't be worried - it tastes great, as do the salted and fried crickets served... (more)CK Sharma
From
US $1,460
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Snorkelling in a coral reef amongst nurse sharks and other amazing sea life was an experience that we will never forget.
Tips?
In spite of being by far the oldest couple in the group, we had a thoroughly
amazing vacation with an excellent tour leader. Try to pack light.
Local benefits?
Yes, particularly the homestay which provides an alternate income for families
trapped in povery.
Overall rating?
Excellent. (more)Helen Hore
From
US $2,715
excluding flights
From
US $1,962
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Roatan, one of the bay Islands of Honduras, was beautiful and the diving was fantastic, and I'll probably never forget the chicken buses!
Tips?
If you're used to traveling independently then be prepared to find the lack of freedom quite restricting, however it is great not to have to worry about transport and accommodation!
Local benefits?
I feel that it benefitted local people as wherever possible we patronised local businesses and shops, and as far as is... (more)Victoria Baynes
From
US $1,422
excluding flights
The most exciting part of the Costa Rica encompassed trip was zip lining above the trees in Monteverde Cloud Forest and abseiling down the waterfalls on a canyoneering trip outside La Fortuna. (more)Louise Muller
Definitely white water rafting on the way from Cahuita to San Jose was the highlight. A great day out, the river was perfect. Lots of adrenaline and lovely refreshing water. An amazing lunch was laid on for us as well by the side of the river. (more)Elaine Bettaney
The most memorable part was going into the beautiful clear, turquoise and remarkably warm water of the Pacific ocean, for a swim just as the sun was setting - an amazing way to start the vacation. (more)Susie Everest
From
US $2,595
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Visiting the two butterfly conservation areas exceeded my expectations, it was a life time experience , spectacular inspiring insight into nature , which is not marketed around the world as it deserves.
Tips?
Be prepared for hard physical demanding physical access to the mountains reserves.
Local benefits?
The local guides were fantastic and our presence contributed to the local economy.
Overall rating?
It was a better experience than I had expected.... (more)Bernadette Dowling
From
US $3,565
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Every day with new discoveries of Costa Rica, beautiful cycling experience, local tour leader Memo and his fantastic crew member Luís and Ronald, and variety of vacation experience in two weeks made this vacation the best I've ever been.
Tips?
Be prepared for rice and beans three times a day for two weeks ;)
Local benefits?
Yes, absolutely, in all the trips (including optional) I felt that local people were supported in their business, be it a local restaurant... (more)Agne Bajoriniene
From
US $2,306
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The friends we made, the beautiful unspoilt rainforest, the abundant wildlife, and the lovely beaches.
Tips?
Prepare for a wide temp variation - cooler and wetter in the forests, and very warm and dry on the beaches. Take insect repellent, sunscreen, a waterproof and a hat. Its safe to drink the water so take a bottle and refill. The food is lovely, not spicy, plenty of fruits and variety with something for every palate. You will take so many photos! Binoculars are... (more)Sophie Headland
From
£879
excluding flights
This is a really sound conservation project with some clear tangible benefits and as a volunteer you really fee like you're making a difference.
Would highly recommend this project to anyone. (more)Katie Wilkinson
I would give the vacation 7/10. It was a very relaxing an beautiful beach and I learnt so much about the culture and turtles. (more)Ellie Hall
5 stars! My best experience abroad in the last 30 years.....Working with sea turtles: seeing turtle nesting and releasing baby hatchlings was absolutely fantastic (more)Daniel Halder
From
US $280
excluding flights
I loved Costa Rica there is so much to see, not just the turtles but the bird life is exceptional, the hummingbirds are a joy to watch and the butterflies are stunning. Would recommend this as a destination for all nature lovers. (more)Caroline Stringer
A fantastic experience where we met like minded people who we have continued to stay in touch with. I would definitely do it again. (more)Anna Hulton
10 out of 10! Pacuare Nature Reserve in Costa Rica is an amazing location with lots of opportunity for viewing wildlife. I felt very fortunate to get up close and personal with the Turtle Conservation work they do. (more)Vanessa Jones
From
US $1,330
excluding flights
The best diving vacation I did so far and it will be hard to beat. I learned so much about fish identification and substrates and this makes diving much more enjoyable. (more)Ulrike Kachel
The entire trip was a blast! Multiple dives per day without another diver in sight, unspoiled beauty of the amazing reef, incredible food, etc. etc. Everything about this trip was memorable and exciting! (more)Eric Strobel
From
US $2,715
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
Camping between a village and Mayan ruins. Snorkelling with turtles, rays and sharks.
Tips?
Pack wet weather gear. It can really rain in Belize.
Local benefits?
Yes. We used local cafes and tourism businesses. Several of the activities involved paying park fees to support natural and historical sites. Unfortunately we had to use bottled water but care was taken with disposal.
Overall rating?
Very good. (more)Hilary Johnson
From
£2,695
excluding flights
Memorable parts?
The "adrenaline" activities - horse-riding, rafting, canyoning. Watching the children playing in the hotel pool at Arenal while the volcano puffed in the background, and feeling slightly uneasily like a citizen of Pompeii... Sitting one metre from an egg-laying turtle.
Tips?
A really strong insect repellent - ours was sold in a metal canister as it dissolves plastic, and seemed to be more effective than other people's! Definitely do the optional kayaking at Tortugero... (more)Hilary Mackintosh
