Kayak, Hike and Tree Camp the Hidden Rainforests of Costa Rica

If you are looking for an authentic Costa Rican adventure, this is for you. Some amazing experiences and memories await you, and you will be very well taken care of by some amazing local guides, Javier, Fernando, Wilson and their crew. Chances are that you won’t see another foreign tourist during your excursions. And did I mention that you will be very well fed and taken care of on this tour. You will be amazed at the meals that they can cook up for while you are tenting on the beach. Speaking of tenting that would be the only possible downside of the entire trip, it might take you awhile to figure out the best way that works for the two of you to sleep comfortably in that tent that is suspended from the trees. Some in our group ended up having one person sleep on the beach, whereas others found a way for it to work for both of them. One thing we found that helped was propping up the plastic tarps that are covering the tents with the kayak paddles to allow some airflow. Overall I would highly recommend taking this trip. If there are any parts of it that you are nervous about the crew here are very accommodating and can adapt things to suite your needs. They are also very safety conscious with regard to each activity that you participate in. They take you to a couple of great snorkelling locations while you are out on the ocean kayaking, but these are also the days that you are the most susceptible to sunburn, so please take the necessary precautions.

This trip was indeed a much better adventure! The guides were incredible, the views were spectacular, and the group dynamics were fun! Highly recommend as a good blend of adventure and relaxation!

I can't say enough good things about this trip! It was an amazing week of hiking, kayaking, and canyoning in Golfito. Our guides were incredibly knowledgeable and helpful! It was a great mix of being active but also having time to relax, and a great mix of camping but also very nice hotels. Our group of 8 was the perfect size. I would love to come back some day!

The guides were top notch. Javier was great at answering questions prior to trip and reliably shuttled us around. Fernando knew the jungle well and was entertaining. The assistant guides to include Wilson and Sam were very attentive. Looking back I would have brought gloves for the kayaking, skipped the snorkel gear (they have them), quick dry shoes, and maybe a small usb fan as tree tents get a little stuffy when covered in plastic. Group dynamic was excellent which made things very enjoyable!

We had a fantastic time around Golfito - Javier, Fernando, Wilson, Savannah and Lilith made the whole trip constantly great. The far flung tree camping and snorkelling were highlights for me but also the incredible food whipped up from nowhere at the camp. The nature is astounding - seeing collared paccary, toucans, crocs, macaws, barracuda, morays, dolphins, iguanas - all in the wild; just wow. The guides are brilliant spotters but also so considerate and fun. Highly recommended - Thanks MBA CR 🦥

This trip will stick with us for a long time. The guides were top notch and the overall experience could not be replicated on one’s own. If you want to do an adventure in a unique and isolated part of Costa Rica away from other tourists I would highly recommend this trip. The camping site was truly magical. The hotels are comfortable and unique. The hikes traverse old growth tropical rain forest. The final day canyoneering was a once in a lifetime Christmas Day and the highlight of an overall fantastic trip. Overall the physical aspects were a comfortable challenge at a well balanced pace. I would have no hesitation recommending this trip!

I joined this Much Better Adventures trip as a solo traveler and left feeling stronger, deeply connected, and genuinely inspired. From the first day, I felt welcomed, supported, and encouraged to push myself — physically, mentally, and emotionally — in all the right ways. The setting alone is unforgettable. Traveling through Golfito and out onto Golfo Dulce felt like stepping into one of the most biologically rich places on Earth. We moved through dense rainforest alive with howler monkeys, scarlet macaws, and sloths, then paddled and explored waters shared with dolphins, rays, and sea turtles. It’s the rare kind of place where jungle and ocean feel equally alive, and you’re constantly reminded how small and lucky you are to be there. The adventure itself was beautifully challenging — demanding enough to feel earned, but always thoughtfully guided. Javier, Fernando, Will, and Savannah were exceptional: skilled, calm, encouraging, and clearly invested in the group’s experience. Their leadership created a sense of safety, trust, and camaraderie that made it easy to show up fully, even on the hard days. And then there was the food. Linneth’s meals were absolutely fabulous — nourishing, delicious, and clearly made with care. After long days of hiking, kayaking, and exploring, her cooking felt like an act of love and was a highlight in its own right. Coming solo was one of the best decisions I could have made. I met wonderful people, felt truly challenged, and left reminded of how powerful it is to step outside your comfort zone in a place this wild, with guides this good, and a group this special.

All the staff was incredibly helpful and kind. They were all very knowledgeable in the history of the place and also the plants and wildlife. We singed up for high adventure with a challenge and they exceeded all our expectations. I would not hesitate signing up for another trip or recommending it to anyone.

Much better Adventures provides an incredible experience that allows you to do things you may not be able to book on your own. You forge friendships and memories that last a lifetime. I would highly recommend booking a trip with this Outfitter. You won't be disappointed and your expectations will be exceeded.

It was my first time with muchbetteradventures and it was fantastic! An awesome first trip with them, loved every part of the trip, we had an amazing small group of us, bonded like we have known each other for years, supportive, fun, joy and laughter together! Our guides, Wilson, Fernando & his wife and Karla - you guys were amazing! Fernando and his wife, thank you for the best hospitality, taking care of us, feeding us with amazing food. Huge thanks to Wilson for a good eye, because of you we spotted so many creatures! We love you Fernando! Oh Fernando! It's been more than a month and I am still on a high from this trip. The itinerary was perfect, an unforgettable experience - thank you muchbetteradventures, my first time in Central America, first time with you and it won't be my last in Central America and neither with you guys! More to join and experience - pura vida!