Most Inspirational Moment
Watching the beautiful monkeys, reptiles and birds - particularly when a troupe of spider monkeys was using trees to cross a canal and one of the monkeys made herself into a bridge for her baby to cross the gap between the trees. The eyelash viper and the armadillo were among my other favourite sitings.Zip wiring through and above the rain forest in Monteverde - amazing - thanks to the encouragement of Gillian, one of our group.The Rainforest Lodge near Golfito was just like a little piece of paradise, literally in the middle of a rain forest. With tropical flowers, baby birds nesting, bats roosting, kingfishers and tucans flying around, strange sounding tiny frogs....
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our group leader Jeffrey Munoz Garcia was wonderful. He was so passionate and knowledgable about Costa Rica's flora, fauna, history and geology that we couldn't fail to be utterly spellbound. He was full of humour and energy, which was infectious. He really made the holiday and worked really well with our lovely driver, Mario.
Advice for Potential Travellers
If you love wildlife, you will love this holiday. Costa Rica is so diverse that there is something for everyone. Hotels ranged from basic to absolutely luxurious. Be prepared for some long and often bumpy coach journeys, in the knowledge that where you will end up will be more than worth the travelling. Cameras, good binoculars, a torch and lots of light, comfortable walking clothes are a must.