The following is a trip suggestion that we've designed with the whole family in mind. We've taken both the young as well as the young at heart into account and featured activities that everyone can enjoy. Playing in the waves at the beach or soaking in thermal hot springs can be enjoyed at any age.

Go traipsing through the trees at the Los Angeles Cloud Forest and relax in the thermal springs of the Arenal Volcano. Skim across the silvery waters of the Penas Blancas river then watch the sun set behind your expertly made sand castle on Tamarindo Beach. Start planning your family vacation now, suggestions for an 8 Day Trip are below.

Highlights:
Canopy Tour, Arenal Volcano, Kayak Safari Adventure, Hot Springs, Tamarindo Beach, Sarchi Artisans, Whitewater Rafting.

Day 1
Arrival in Costa Rica. Trip orientation and welcome dinner this evening with your IAU adventure guide.

Day 2
Nature hike into the Los Angeles Cloud Forest Preserve, including an opportunity to try the Canopy Tour. Zip across cables high up in the canopy of the cloud forest, stopping at platforms to observe the flora and fauna. Afterwards continue north towards the active, erupting Arenal Volcano.

Day 3
Embark on a wildlife kayak safari adventure down the Peñas Blancas River. This kayak adventure offers excellent chances to spot sloths, jesus-christ lizards, caimans, howler monkeys, and the largest iguanas you have ever seen! This evening enjoy the hot springs at the base of the volcano.

Day 4
Today after breakfast, pack up and drive out to Tamarindo Beach, on the Northern Pacific coast. Take the scenic route around the Lake Arenal and over the Continental Divide. Free afternoon to enjoy the sand, surf and sun.

Day 5
Today you can either just hang out and explore the town of Tamarindo or your IAU guide can lead you on any of the following optional activities:
*Deep Sea Fishing
*Turtle watching (night tour to Las Baulas National Park)
*Snorkeling
*Private surfing lessons

Day 6
Leisurely morning to enjoy the beach. Later today pack up and drive back to San Jose City. Along the way, stop and visit the artisan village of Sarchi, an excellent place to pick up a souvenir or gift to take back home.

Day 7
The final adventure - Whitewater rafting down either the Sarapiqui (class III) or Pacuare River (class IV). After the rafting trip, your IAU guide will bring you back to San Jose for a farewell dinner this evening.

Day 8
Shuttle to the airport for final departure.

* Important Note:
This itinerary is not a scheduled tour, it is only a sample of what we can do for you.