All night long we were surrounded by the sounds of the jungle. Our open air cabin allowed the sounds (and critters!) of the night to flow through our dreams - luckily we were well protected by mosquito netting around our beds! We would wake with the sun around 6 and make our way to the main lodge where we found juices and fruits as your breakfast appetizer. As the rest of the group filtered in we would begin to smell the wonderful breakfast that will soon be delivered to our family-style table where everyone sat and enjoyed our meal together.
Our guide, Justo, would check in and see what we were up for each day. Jurgen would often interject with suggestions and we would set a plan for the morning. Some people in the group heading one way, the rest another. The whole situation was very informal and relaxed. After breakfast we had time to go get ready for the day and then met back up for our tour. Hiking, ziplining, rappeling, bird watching and horseback riding were all on the menu. We usually did two excursions a day with lunch and a siesta in between.
Rappelling at Selva Bananito (Jessica Liles)
Each excursion felt like it was specially tailored to the group and was something a little bit special just for us. We were never on a strict schedule so we could take our time holding spiders (Yes, really!), eating Lychee straight off the tree and asking innumerable questions about the plants and animals we were seeing.
Holding a spider! (Jessica Liles)
Mom and I particularly enjoyed the "hammock tour." I swear, you've never sat in a more comfortable hammock than the ones on the private porches at Selva Bananito. Being totally unplugged was a huge bonus to this part of our trip. We were able to plug in our phones and cameras in the main lodge, but there was no internet or cell service so we were "forced" to turn our attention to the beautiful surroundings.
Adventure Life took care of everything! All we had to do was show up when we were supposed to, which made our first trip to Costa Rica largely stress-free and incredibly fun. Our trip reps, Hannah and Mariethony, were helpful and responsive, getting back to us by email usually within a few hours. Our accommodations were all great, and we got incredibly blessed with some absolutely stellar guides and drivers.
Our Jungle & Beach trip was an excellent balance of adventure and rest. We got to try out a lot of different activities, including snorkeling, hiking, white water rafting and kayaking, while also partaking of some rest around the pool or by the ocean. We enjoyed seeing and exploring the beautiful Caribbean side of the country.
Joy Knowles
1 week ago
The company made our adventure trip hassle-free, and a lot of fun! I will definitely be using them again
Carolena F
1 month ago
For our first trip to Costa Rica, Adventure Life designed a tour that meets the interests, ecological and adventure, of our party; but also takes into account our physical limitations sine we are all septuagenarian. We are looking forward to the trip.
John Zent
1 month ago
COSTA RICA a trip of a life time travelling round this beautiful country. All went like clockwork even when the weather was against us and all transfers seemed to be part of the holiday not a chore. Would definitely use Adventure Life again having previously used them 20 years ago!!
Cynthia Calton
1 month ago
Our Costa Rica trip was amazing! Kassandra planned everything and the excursions, hotels, overall organization were outstanding. Everything worked out smoothly, the excursions guides were knowledgeable allowing us to see so much of the fauna and flora of the country. The hotels were great as well, all in fantastic locations and with beautiful views.
