Nature guide and photographer
Luis · the eye of the forest
He has spent years waiting for the right light in wetlands and tropical forests. His way of guiding is silence, patience and absolute respect for wildlife.
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Trips to · Central America
Costa Ricawhere the jungle breathes.
5% of the planet's biodiversity between two oceans, live volcanoes and cloud forests. We design private routes to experience it with calm.
12–16 daysIdeal duration
Dec — AprBest season
~11 h directFlight from Spain
Monteverde · cloud forest
Routes we have travelled ourselves
Local nature guides
With you on WhatsApp throughout the trip
Family-run lodges and responsible operators
Where nature rules
Costa Rica is a small country that hides two oceans, twelve life zones and half the planet’s biosphere in the mist. Here the days begin with a Caribbean sunrise and end with a Pacific sunset.
We design private routes that alternate primary rainforest, rest by the sea and encounters with guides who have spent their whole lives watching the forest. More than 25% of the country is protected: we work with family-run lodges, community guides and responsible operators, so that the places we visit are left better than we found them.
Rafting, canopy tours among the clouds, hot springs at the foot of Arenal or hours of waiting in a hide: you set the pace. We make sure every transfer makes sense.
ClimateTropical · 24–32 °C
LanguageSpanish
Ideal duration12–16 days
Best seasonDec — Apr
01 · Our trips
Trips to Costa Rica.
Trips with small-group departures and tailor-made proposals you can adapt to your pace. Tap “See route” to view it on the map.
No trips match these filters. We will design one with you →
02 · Travel the country
The whole country, or just part of it.
Choose a trip to see its stages. Tap a stage to zoom in on the map.
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03 · National parks
The parks, one by one.
More than a quarter of the country is protected. Choose a park to find out what to see, how much time to give it and which trips include it.
04 · The places
Eight places that shape the route.
The places we talk through with you to design your trip.
Osa Peninsula
Corcovado
Primary rainforest, wild beaches and the greatest biological intensity per square metre on the planet.
Tilarán mountain range
Monteverde
Hanging bridges, mist, orchids and the quetzal. A cool climate among the clouds: another Costa Rica.
Northern Caribbean
Tortuguero
Costa Rica’s canals: boat safaris and turtle nesting in season.
Northern Plains
La Fortuna
Waterfalls, hot springs and trails with views of the perfect cone of Arenal.
Southern Caribbean
Puerto Viejo
Rainforest right by the sea, an Afro-Caribbean rhythm and Cahuita National Park.
Southern Pacific
Drake Bay
Natural access to Caño Island and the most untouched side of the Pacific.
Northern region
Jurassic Canyon
Turquoise water between rock walls: volcanic nature at its purest.
Northern Pacific
Guanacaste
Pacific beaches, surfing and long sunsets to end the route.
05 · The people on the route
Meet our hosts.
In Costa Rica we work with guides who do not just show you the way: they share their land.
Conservationist and guide
Alexis · the carer
He runs a sloth sanctuary where he rehabilitates them and returns them to the forest. With him you learn by watching: what a call means, why a branch moves.
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06 · When to go
The best time to go.
The dry season runs from December to April, but the Caribbean has its own calendar. Go through each month to see what to expect.
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07 · Before you go
UKIYO tips.
Essential packing
- Light, quick-drying clothes and a waterproof layer. It rains without warning.
- Closed shoes with a good sole: hiking boots already broken in, not brand new.
- Biodegradable sunscreen and good insect repellent.
- A dry bag for your camera and phone.
- Light binoculars: the difference between seeing “a dot” and seeing the quetzal.
Important notes
- Moderate fitness level: wet trails, roots and real heat.
- Absolute respect for wildlife: do not feed, touch or chase.
- Groups are always small (max. 8).
- Travel insurance recommended with full medical coverage.
- No vaccinations are compulsory. You do need serious mosquito repellent and care with the sun.
08 · Pairs well with
Other destinations that fit.
道 · We start together
Ready to experience Costa Rica?
Tell us what kind of trip you have in mind — wildlife, couple, family, photography — and we will design a private route for you.
