My Costa Rica is a local travel agency that can help you Save Time, Money & Get the Most out of your vacation to Costa Rica with expert advice from knowledgeable experts.  We custom tailor a travel package for you based on your interests, needs and budget.   We have helped over 10,000 people plan their vacations since we began operations ins 2004 and are a licensed operator by the Costa Rican Government and Chamber of Tourism.  Our mission is to promote responsible and sustainable tourism and have a positive impacat on this beautiful country we are proud to call home.  Call us Toll Free at 1(800) 996-1139 or visit us online at CostaRica.Org to start planning your next vacation today!  

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My Costa Rica is a local travel agency that can help you Save Time, Money & Get the Most out of your vacation to Costa Rica with expert advice from knowledgeable experts.  We custom tailor a travel package for you based on your interests, needs and budget.   We have helped over 10,000 people plan their vacations since we began operations ins 2004 and are a licensed operator by the Costa Rican Government and Chamber of Tourism.  Our mission is to promote responsible and sustainable tourism and have a positive impacat on this beautiful country we are proud to call home.  Call us Toll Free at 1(800) 996-1139 or visit us online at CostaRica.Org to start planning your next vacation today!  

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Excellent S.
2 hours ago , WA

We had been to Costa Rica before on our own but decided to use CostaRica.org to arrange this trip for us. They worked closely with us to develop an itinerary based on our needs and desires. The itinerary went through smooth revisions and they were always happy to accommodate our changes. We highly recommend the service that CostaRica.org provides and will definitely use them should we return to their beautiful country.

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Phil M.
1 day ago , VA

Jason Bateman and his entire team helped make our visit to Costa Rica the experience of a lifetime. He listened carefully and accommodated our wishes and budget (as did Lorena Guillen), and the execution of the trip itself was flawless. Drivers and guides alike were reliable, courteous, and informative (Abel's birding expertise was impressive). We lodged at Arenal Springs Resort where we viewed the Arenal Volcano from our breakfast table, and at a beachfront hotel near the entrance of Manuel Antonio Park. All lodging choices were ideal and every scheduled activity throughout our 7-night stay - and there were many options - was a success. Perhaps as important, communication before and throughout our stay was outstanding. Bravo and Pura Vida!

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Frederic K.
3 days ago , FL

Jason Bateman was far and away the best travel agent I have ever dealt with. He was understanding in our bucket list of things to do in Costa Rica. I changed ininerarys atleast 6 times, each time with his help improving our stay. He and his travel agency are the most accommodating and efficient agency, the platinum standard. 5 stars on all parameters, highly recommend!!
Frederic Kirsch

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Evelyn B.
4 days ago , NV

I highly recommend using My Costa Rica to plan your trip. They started by asking questions about our what types of activities we were interested in, what level of accommodations we wanted, and then proceeded to arrange a perfect trip for us, including the Arenal Volcano area, and MonteVerde cloud forest. The itinerary was very detailed, and available on-line. The tours and guides they arranged were top notch! Don't go anywhere without a tour guide or you'll miss more than half of the animal life, as they are so well camouflaged for survival. The tour guides were experts in their field and very informative and fun. Every driver was on-time, and willing to accommodate special requests like stopping at the store or pharmacy. The Trip hosts contacted us several times to ensure all was well and ask if we had any needs or questions, which we did not, because everything was so well arranged! Thank you for making our trip so enjoyable and memorable!

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Benjamin A.
4 days ago , OH

Our family of 8 just returned from an amazing trip coordinated by My Costa Rica (CostaRica.org). From the very first communication to formulate a travel plan, My Costa Rica was informative, knowledgeable, helpful, and willing to listen. They were prompt and professional with emails and phone calls, modified our itinerary multiple times for excursions, shuttles, accommodations. Shuttle service was consistently on time, clean, and safe. Drivers were courteous and happy to share about Costa Rican life. Lodging exceeded expectations in La Fortuna (Lomas del Volcan), Monteverde (Hotel Ficus), and Conchal (Westin). At check-in rooms were ready. Excursions included guided hikes, hanging bridges, hot springs, waterfalls, and coffee plantation. Excursions were on time and even better than advertised. A special shout-out is in order to tour guide Jeffrey at El Trapiche Coffee. He was outstanding. We had absolutely no snags in any of our plans throughout the ten-day trip. Being new to using a travel company, I would like to thank Jason and Lorena and associates of My Costa Rica for providing an outstanding experience. I would not hesitate to recommend their services.

March 2024

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Angel C.
4 days ago , IA

"I cannot speak highly enough of My Costa Rica. From the moment I reached out to them to plan my dream vacation, I was met with professionalism, enthusiasm, and expertise. The travel agents took the time to understand my interests and preferences, crafting a personalized itinerary that I could not have designed better. I felt well taken care of every step of the way and cannot wait for my upcoming trip. I would not hesitate to recommend My Costa Rica to anyone looking to plan their costa Rician adventure."

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RosalynJ
5 days ago , VA

We had a great experience with My Costa Rica. They organized everything: met us at the airport for transportation to La Fortuna, a beautiful hotel right on the side of the volcano and all of our excursions. Communication was excellent for each step of our trip.

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Fleming F.
6 days ago , NE

We (family of 4) just got back from our trip in the rainforest and then Pacific coast. I can't express how beautiful this place is and how beautiful the people are. My family of 4 felt right at home from the minute we landed in Liberia and were greeted by our driver. We had a 3.5 drive to the rainforest and our driver was our personal tour guide. It did not feel like a long day of travel, but more like a great travel experience. My Costa Rica and all service staff during our trip were focused on one thing: making our experience stress-free and unforgettable. I couldn't have picked better places to stay or activities to participate in because I'm not an expert as the staff at My Costa Rica are. I stumbled upon this agency and trusted my gut and they did not disappoint. Safety, quality, effortless, ask and you shall receive experience. Walk-in in the treetops and steeping in the relaxing waters with one in a billion views... So amazing. I am grateful. I trust this company completely and I do my research. You will be satisfied and taken care of when you book your trip with My Costa Rica.

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Dianna B.
6 days ago , DE

Jason and his team did a phenomenal job at planning our 20 day's journeys throughout Costa Rica - from having wonderful English-speaking drivers who had spacious clean vans that took & picked us up at each of the locations we visited. We are 75 & 70 - so if you think you're too old to explore Costa Rica - think again! Jason & his team will cater to your specific abilities and guide you along the way.

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Alina T.
6 days ago , BC

If you are looking for a perfectly planned and organized trip you have found the company to book with. Do you want stress free trip where all your transfers are organized for you? Where the drives show up on time in clean AC vehicles? Do you want to know where to go based on your own interests? Hotels that fit your budget, wants and needs? My Mom and I wanted this. And let me tell you My Costa Rica nailed it. We had a trip that was exactly what we wanted. They can recommend the best places to go and work with you to build the trip package of your dreams.
We traveled all over Costa Rica and feel we really got to explore all the best places. Lorena Guillén's communication leading up to our trip kept us informed with suggested blogs to read, what to pack and what we can expect going into the national parks. Admissions that were recommended to prebooked ect. We can't thank My Costa Rica enough for a extraordinary Mother / Daughter trip of a life time!
Debera and Alina :)

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James A.
1 week ago , CO

My Costa Rica did a fantastic job or organizing our trip. Even though we just started to plan in late fall, they were able to get us into the best hotels over the New Year's holiday. We stayed a few nights in the dry rain forest, the wet rain forest and finally the cloud forest. Each place was different and special in its own way. The Rio Celeste Hideaway, though expensive, was the nicest hotel we have ever stayed in and well worth the extra money. Our balcony was literally in the rain forest and we spent quite a bit of time just relaxing and enjoy the sounds and beauty of the forest. My Costa Rica was organized and had an extensive itinerary which was easy to follow. They also broke down all the prices so you could see exactly what you paid for each hotel and activity. So many companies just bundle everything together so you never know what you're really paying for. We will definitely have them plan our next trip to Costa Rica.

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The C.
1 week ago , BC

The planning of our trip My Costa was terrific. They accommodated all our wishes regarding start times and preferences of hotel types and activities into the itinerary.

We were well looked after from start to finish, and the team at My Costa Rica kept us informed of any delays or changes along the way. We stayed at 5 different locations during the 2 1/2 weeks, ranging from lodges on the Pacific Coast to small boutique hotels. . The 'icing on the cake' was finishing at El Silenco Lodge and Spa. 5*++.

Each transfer was smoothly accomplished, and usually with only us in the comfortable van! Their excellent driver/guides know all the best places to stop for coffee or lunch along the way, and are sure to take your personal interests into account-like the best places to spot birds or wildlife along the way, as well as having great coffee or a good typical Costa Rican lunch!

The arranged tours were first class-a coffee plantation, Chocolate making, Mangrove tour, and wonderful bird watching tours, based out of the Trogan Lodge among others.

This was our second trip using My Costa Rica to plan our stay. We would not hesitate to recommend this company.

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SusanB
1 week ago , UT

We hd a great time! Our favorite place to stay was Los Lagos as there were things to do outside of scheduled activities. The property had walking paths, a gift shop which sold snacks so we did not have to rely on the restaurants for food. Of course my son and grandson loved the zip lining, and we took ourselves to the hanging bridges which we all enjoyed. We saw monkeys, birds and wild pigs.

Monte Verde was next. We went on a night walk, but unfortunately it was raining. Still we saw palm vipers, birds and a monkey. The next morning the sun was out and we ventured into the cloud forest again for a walk. I wish it would have been more a hike, but the forest was impressive.

We ended up in Guanacaste right on the beach. We welcomed the warmth and spent time playing in the water and looking for shells. The crabs on the beach entertained us and we enjoyed the snorkeling.

We loved the diversity of the area, from the rain forests to the beach. Pick-up times were accurate and drivers were always on time and welcoming.

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Consuelo S.
1 week ago , IL

We had a beautiful family vacation in Costa Rica, curated for us by My Costa Rica Travel Agency. They coordinated everything for us and checked in with us regularly to make sure all was going smoothly. We highly recommend using this agency if you plan your travels to this amazing country. We will definitely use their services again!

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Pam K.
1 week ago , AK


My Costa Rica was a wise choice for our group of three couples! I miss the beautiful country already and will be back!

Our trip this past January with this company was fabulous. I can't think of even one thing that I was disappointed in. Our trip was almost two weeks long and we traveled over four different areas.

My Costa Rica scheduled our trip based on where we wanted to go and what we wanted to experience. The choices they made for us were perfect!!
All of the drivers we had from one location to the next were wonderful, punctual and knew and shared their knowledge! We were very happy we chose them to drive us- without the hassle of driving ourselves; we were able to enjoy and experience more.

Overall- it was the perfect trip and I highly recommended this agency to anyone, regardless if there is one person or more. They were great from the beginning stages of planning our trip until the end when we left the country!
Pam Keane

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AverieP
1 week ago

My partner and I had such an amazing time on our trip to Tamarindo in Costa Rica! The transportation to and from the hotel as well as to the activities made me feel very safe and all of the employees were super helpful, knowledgeable, and dependable. The hotel was absolute amazing. The free breakfast was always delicious and the view of the beach from the area was absolutely breathtaking. Our room was right next to the larger pool which was very convenient and close to the beach. Though it was near the pool, there was still a lot of privacy. My favorite part of the hotel was the grass area where chairs were set up that was right on the beach. The employees were all very helpful and always positive! The placement of the hotel in between all
of the shops and restaurants created endless possibilities, and we had such a fun time exploring the area! I felt so safe at the Tamarindo Daria.

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Happy T.
1 week ago , DE

I found a link to My Costa Rica on the Tourist Board website. From the first communications I had with this company to the end of our trip, I was totally impressed and satisfied. They are very good at making recommendations based on your length of stay, number of previous visits and budget. Once our itinerary was finalized, after many inquiries and emails on my part (and the company's subsequent endless patience) I was truly astounded at how professional the follow up was. We received several emails leading up to our trip with helpful information and what to expect.
Prior to our visit, they made sure we were able to communicate on What's App and even sent a picture of the person who would be meeting us at the airport. Once there, we had very little need to communicate with the company as the trip was planned to perfection. However, the one slight adjustment I made was taken care of in just a few minutes.
I give this company 6 our of 5 stars.

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Anne S.
1 week ago , CO

My husband and I had a GREAT time in Costa Rica! What a beautiful place!

We loved all the places we visited so it's hard to choose the one we liked the most. We flew into Liberia and met a driver that drove us up to our first stop at Arenal Observatory Lodge. We REALLY loved the extra care all three gave to provide a special Birthday Greeting for my husband! We also loved the long vistas available when sitting on the private patios!

Our second location was Monteverde staying at La Senda. It was our favorite in-hotel restaurant! They did such a great job with my food issues (GF and nightshade-free)!! The chef did an amazing job with the fish - it was perfect (not too dry)!! They also did the most to make sure we were having a great time and booked us on a great coffee/cocao/sugar cane tour, which we really enjoyed!! We had no idea that much went into making chocolate.

Our final destination was Margaritaville in Santa Cruz (Guanacaste) on the coast. We LOVED the proximity to the beach and what a great beach it was for swimming, walking, and watching the sunset!! The hotel itself was not really our thing in that the night entertainment was loud and went on too long for us. However, there was a time in our lives when we would have been all for it!

In the Arenal area, we went ziplining and it was awesome (I had never gone before - what a rush!!). The walk in the Cloud Forest Reserve in Monteverde with the guide was so interesting (they also gave Bill a bottle of bubbly for his birthday! So lovely!) When we go back, we would love to do a night tour when a lot more of the animals and frogs are active!! In Santa Cruz, the sailing and snorkeling tour was really fun, even though we didn't see anything snorkeling. The staff on the boat were excellent as was the food. Being in the water was great, the scenery was great, and just being on the water was fantastic.

Finally, the pickups and drivers for all our transfers were great! Very friendly and informative!!

Overall, a fantastic and memorable trip and My Costa Rica did all the planning and made all the reservations!!! I would highly recommend using My Costa Rica to help you plan a fantastic trip to Costa Rica!!

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Tarna
1 week ago , PA

We stayed in the Tamarindo Diría hotel. This company did an AMAZING job setting up my trip for me. The agent I worked with-Jason Bateman-he was there to answer my questions and concerns before the trip (I had a lot since I've never planned a vacation before). He truly cared so much that the vacation was planned perfect AND fit in my price range. Then, when we got to the hotel they picked for us-we were set up with a concierage and 3 other assistants, Zully, Fernando, and Kathleen. They were always on call and made sure we were always where we were supposed to be and with the right drivers and answering so many random questions!! I seriously cannot recommend booking through this company more, ESPECIALLY if this is your first time planning a vacation and want to literally not have to even lift a finger and they don't charge any extra! Also we did an excursion through them and it was so fun and we had the most amazing tour guides!!

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Jenna R.
2 weeks ago , AZ

We took a trip to Cost Rica Feb. 16-26, 2024 for our 50th anniversary, and other occasions. There were 11 of us ranging in age 5-75.
Initially I was very skeptical that My Costa Rica.org was a scam as it was too seamless, they were too patient and everything seemed too perfect. I randomly picked this website from a google listing, I think the fact that they took time to get to know me, their website was based in Boulder,CO & I had trip insurance made me feel more comfortable. They kept in contact after I paid for the trip & didn't drop communication. Instead beefed it up, which helped me relax about the whole trip.
We really appreciated the attention to detail My Costa Rica did, ( the recognition of all our special occasions ), checking on us during the trip and the magnificent preplanning. Using What's Ap with them helped us feel connected in a foreign country. It was a seamless adventure, we found we had nothing to worry about, no one even bickered!!!!!!!!!

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