Nestled on Costa Rica's Central Pacific coast, Manuel Antonio is home to one of the most visited National Parks in the country. With its lush rainforests, pristine beaches, and diverse ecosystem, this destination offers an ideal mix of nature, wildlife, and adventure....
Places to Eat in San José, Costa Rica: A Foodie’s Guide
Where to have a delightful lunch or dinner in San José San José offers a wide range of dining options, showcasing both local and international cuisine. Although many visitors spend their vacation exploring outside of Costa Rica's capital city, inevitably they may...
6 Reasons to Include Turrialba in Your Costa Rica Itinerary
You won't find Turrialba listed in many 'Top Places to Visit in Costa Rica' posts, but this underrated destination is packed full of adventure, nature, and culture (you just need to know where to find it!). We take a look at why you should include Turrialba on your...
5 Reasons to Love the Rainy Season in Costa Rica
Is it worth traveling to Costa Rica during the rainy season? The rainy or ‘green’ season lasts from May to November; contrary to what you may think, these months are a great time to visit... 1. You Can Still Enjoy the Sunshine Costa Rica has a tropical climate,...
Top 10 Costa Rica Travel Myths
What are some of the top Costa Rica travel myths? Serendipity Adventures takes a look at some common misconceptions we have seen over the years... Travel Myth 1 - Avoid visiting during the rainy season We hear this all the time; should I avoid traveling to Costa Rica...
Meet Juan Carlos: Biologist, Adventurer, and Serendipity Guide
Meet Juan Carlos, one of Serendipity Adventures' longest-serving guides! A biologist who enjoys just about anything that puts him together with guests and the outdoors. We catch up with Juan Carlos on his guide highlights and learn about his favorite ‘Serendipity...
7 Days of Serendipity Adventures
Costa Rica is often cited as the adventure tourism capital of the world. At Serendipity Adventures, we offer some of the most unique and off the beaten track experiences that you can find in this small but mighty Central American country. We take a look at just some...
The Warmth of a Rural Costa Rican Family
Up in the mountains of the Turrialba valley, in a location where electricity still hasn’t arrived to every home and the roads are dusty and narrow, we found the warmth of a rural Costa Rican family. The Aguilar Montenegro family opened the door of their little wooden...
Canyoning – a slippery, but very thrilling adventure
My personal adventures in Costa Rica got a new highlight last weekend: Canyoning with Serendipity. I did not know Canyoning before and for those who do not know this sport either: Canyoning means descending along a waterfall into the water – secured with ropes and a...
Cartago – a city full of culture and mysticism
During my first weeks in Costa Rica I naturally wanted to see the popular touristic hot-spots like the beautiful beaches or the mystic rainforests. However, Costa Rica has so much more to offer. Therefore it was very interesting for me to have a one day-trip to...
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