Costa Rica Guided Tours: Are They Necessary, Valuable, And/Or Worthwhile?

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July 24, 2013 at 7:39 am #195398

Nikki Solano
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July 24, 2013 at 9:15 am #195399

momsasaurus
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We did lots of guided tours! Hanging bridges bird walk, horseback riding, safari float. Every one of them was absolutely worth it and an awesome experience!
- July 30, 2013 at 7:37 pm #195409
  
  Nikki Solano
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  Hi momsasaurus!
  
  It’s great to hear from you again! Can’t wait to help set you up with some other great guided tours once you make it back to Costa Rica with the kids. 🙂
  
  Pura vida!
July 24, 2013 at 2:54 pm #195400

lybsta
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So true! I’ve been living in Costa Rica for four months now, and there is nothing like a guided tour to help you catch the bounty of wildlife and beautiful flowers that surround you!
- July 30, 2013 at 7:34 pm #195408
  
  Nikki Solano
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  Hey lybsta!
  
  It’s great to hear from someone else who lives in Costa Rica and agrees: guided tours are invaluable! 🙂
  
  Pura vida!
July 25, 2013 at 9:05 pm #195401

sapipes
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We did one guided trip per day during our week long stay in gorgeous Costa Rica in Spring of 2007. So much amazing animal and plant life up close and personal with incredible guides who pointed out the hidden world as well as the in-your-face attractions. Can’t wait to return!
- July 30, 2013 at 7:33 pm #195407
  
  Nikki Solano
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  Hi sapipes!
  
  Thanks so much for the comment and for letting us experience a part of your trip with you! I love your quote about the “hidden world” versus the “in-your-face attractions.” I think that sums up the best of both worlds that Costa Rica has to offer. 🙂
  
  Pura vida!
July 26, 2013 at 12:33 am #195402

Rob Jones
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I absolutely agree! I’m an experienced wildlife photographer and I would have missed 3/4 of what I saw in Corcovado National Park without the guide there to point out items of interest. Best value for the money I spent in Costa Rica!
- July 30, 2013 at 7:31 pm #195406
  
  Nikki Solano
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  Hi Rob Jones!
  
  Thanks so much for this great feedback! We completely agree: experiencing places like Corcovado (and several other national parks) isn’t the same without a local guide. I love this quote: “best value for the money I spent in Costa Rica.” I’m glad to hear it! 🙂
  
  Pura vida!
July 28, 2013 at 11:46 am #195403

traveljody
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Hoping to visit CR in spring 2015 and am busy planning itineraries. Local tour guides not only serve to enhance your experience but also promote local economies and eco tourism. I love the frog picture from Arenal too!
- July 30, 2013 at 7:25 pm #195405
  
  Nikki Solano
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  Hi traveljody!
  
  That’s amazing to hear! Costa Rica would love to have you. 🙂 And, we 100% agree: supporting local guides and economies is a great way to travel!
  
  Pura vida!
July 29, 2013 at 5:26 pm #195404

Holiday Rent Club
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Reblogged this on Holiday Rent Club.
- October 3, 2013 at 12:09 pm #195414
  
  Nikki Solano
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  Thanks so much for the re-blog, Holiday Rent Club! 🙂
  
  Pura vida!
September 7, 2013 at 9:42 pm #195410

Joe Q
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I can say that a Local Person that is focus on Customer Service would be a lot of help for showing places you wouldn´t get to know without him/her guidance. I don´t like to do too much planning for traveling that´s why I get help.
- September 13, 2013 at 9:04 am #195413
  
  Nikki Solano
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  Hey Joe Q!
  
  We agree 100%. There’s nothing better than a local guide who is focused on customer service and can help you discover the unfamiliar. Thanks for sharing your opinion on our blog! 🙂
  
  Pura vida!
March 26, 2014 at 9:28 am #195415

traveldoozy
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planning to visit CR in upcoming season,thanks for sharing nice blog,
- May 19, 2022 at 12:43 pm #198156
  
  Nikki Solano
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  Thanks so much for the compliment, traveldoozy! Wishing you a wonderful trip! 🙂
  
  Pura vida!
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