Where to Stay
Every captivating tailor-made itinerary needs a perfect base. Our team has handpicked this collection of properties to give you luxury options in styles to suit any adventure.
Volcanoes
Costa Rica, straddling the tectonic plates of the Pacific and Caribbean, boasts 110 volcanoes, five of which are still active. It is possible to visit many of the volcanoes, both up close and from afar. Experience smoking calderas, rich vegetation, pyroclastic displays and picture-perfect cones.
Arenal
The most famous volcano of all is Arenal. Arenal has a picture-perfect cone and until recently, was one of the most active volcanoes in the world. However, activity has declined of late and Seismologists suggest that Arenal is resting. However, its popularity has put the town of La Fortuna on the map and the surrounding area has become a hotspot for adventure holidays in Costa Rica. White water rafting, hot springs, canopy walkways, wildlife hikes, horse-riding, hanging bridges and zip-lining are all available, as well as a broad choice of accommodation.
Poas
Easily accessible from San Jose is Costa Rica’s largest and most active volcano; Poas. Almost a mile in diameter, the crater is the largest active crater in the world. Sulphuric pools bubble and geysers explode from deep within its belly. There are many hiking trails to explore and excellent bird watching can be had in the cloud forest that shrouds its slopes.
Irazu
The tallest volcano in Costa Rica is Irazu. Standing proud at 3,432 metres, Irazu has several active craters. The smallest crater known as Diego de la Haya is a mineral-rich lake that transforms its colour from emerald-green to crimson-red.
Our Specialists' "Must Do"
A visit to Tenorio volcano and the surrounding national park is a great option to avoid the crowds. Located in the Guanacaste region of Costa Rica, Tenorio is a smooth cone that stands 1,916 metres high and is characterised by the enchanting forests and hot springs nearby. Rio Celeste is a typical example of the volcanic activity in the region and its turquoise waters are a sight to behold.
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Nayara Tented Camp
Boasting plunge pools fed by natural hot springs, thoughtfully designed tents with eco-friendly touches, and a gourmet eatery with an expansive terrace, Nayara Tented Camp offers nature lovers a unique indoor-outdoor lodging experience within the confines…
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Amor Arenal
Tucked away on the edge of a canyon is Amor Arenal , a luxury rainforest lodge in the foothills of Arenal Volcano. Each of the spacious cabins is constructed with sleek tropical hardwood and has its…
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Nayara Gardens
Nayara Gardens is located just outside the Arenal National Park, surrounded by tropical gardens and with beautiful views of the towering Arenal volcano. Each of the 50 bungalows and casitas is stylishly furnished and all with…
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Origins Lodge
With just six rooms and a three-bedroom villa, Origins Lodge is an intimate property for those that wish to unwind and take in the far-reaching views across Guanacaste to Lake Nicaragua. The hotel sits amidst 45…
Experiences
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Costa Rica’s Wild South
This holiday to Costa Rica combines the highlights in the north of the country with the more remote, less visited south. Featuring a sprinkling of boat rides and a careful balance of pristine coastlines with overgrown jungles, this journey reaches areas where…
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Journey through Costa Rica & Nicaragua
Combining the prolific wildlife and outdoor pursuits of Costa Rica‘s Carribean coast with the colonial architecture and volcanic islands of Nicaragua‘s Pacific coast, this customisable trip is suited to intrepid travellers who seek a balance of exhilarating explorations with time spent unwinding…
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Highlights of Costa Rica
Through a combination of protected areas and community-based, sustainable tourism, Costa Rica has successfully restored its forest cover to over 52%. Suited to thrill seekers, nature lovers and those with a curiosity to learn more about conservation, this holiday dips a toe…
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A Family Adventure to Costa Rica
From zip-lining over jungle canopies to exploring monkey-inhabited national parks, this is a classic Costa Rican adventure designed to provide conservation insight and fun in equal measure. Combining activity-centric Arenal with a change of pace on the beautiful Pacific and Caribbean coasts…
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Nicaragua
El Salvador, Nicaragua & Costa Rica
This intrepid holiday to Central America journeys overland between the smallest and the largest of the region’s countries. From El Salvador through Nicaragua to Costa Rica, all three destinations are bursting with wildlife, epic volcanic scenery, UNESCO sites, colonial history and remote…
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Uncharted Costa Rica 4×4 Self-Drive Adventure
Venture into Costa Rica’s wilder, less-visited corners at the helm of your own 4×4 expedition vehicle, following expert Costa Rican guides leading four vehicles across riverbeds, beaches, pineapple plantations, remote dirt tracks and asphalt coastal roads.
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Costa Rica
Costa Rica’s Wild South
This holiday to Costa Rica combines the highlights in the north of the country with the more remote, less visited south. Featuring a sprinkling of boat rides and a careful balance of pristine coastlines with overgrown jungles, this journey reaches…
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Costa Rica
Journey through Costa Rica & Nicaragua
Combining the prolific wildlife and outdoor pursuits of Costa Rica‘s Carribean coast with the colonial architecture and volcanic islands of Nicaragua‘s Pacific coast, this customisable trip is suited to intrepid travellers who seek a balance of exhilarating explorations with time…
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Costa Rica
Highlights of Costa Rica
Through a combination of protected areas and community-based, sustainable tourism, Costa Rica has successfully restored its forest cover to over 52%. Suited to thrill seekers, nature lovers and those with a curiosity to learn more about conservation, this holiday dips…
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Costa Rica
A Family Adventure to Costa Rica
From zip-lining over jungle canopies to exploring monkey-inhabited national parks, this is a classic Costa Rican adventure designed to provide conservation insight and fun in equal measure. Combining activity-centric Arenal with a change of pace on the beautiful Pacific and…
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Nicaragua
El Salvador, Nicaragua & Costa Rica
This intrepid holiday to Central America journeys overland between the smallest and the largest of the region’s countries. From El Salvador through Nicaragua to Costa Rica, all three destinations are bursting with wildlife, epic volcanic scenery, UNESCO sites, colonial history…
Group tour
Costa Rica
Uncharted Costa Rica 4×4 Self-Drive Adventure
Venture into Costa Rica’s wilder, less-visited corners at the helm of your own 4×4 expedition vehicle, following expert Costa Rican guides leading four vehicles across riverbeds, beaches, pineapple plantations, remote dirt tracks and asphalt coastal roads.
Meet our experts
A passion for travel runs right through every one of our experts - meaning they're always ready with first-hand insight about their specialist countries.
Clare Wiggins
My love for Asia began with living there. Based in Vietnam and then Malaysia, I also explored the surrounding regions before eventually finding my way back home via China and the Trans-Siberian railway. At Steppes Travel, I get to share that love for Asia every day, helping clients experience the places I know best as if they were locals themselves.
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John Faithfull
Costa Rica is simply the best spot in Central America for nature lovers, and is always John’s top recommendation for those wishing to hike, swim, zip, raft, ride or float through outstanding scenery and rich biodiversity.
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