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Towering rainforests brimming with life, steaming volcanoes in the highlands and golden beaches on two oceans. Our Costa Rica journeys take you right into the green heart of Central America. You’ll experience landscapes rich in contrast, extraordinary wildlife and people known for their warmth and kindness – with genuine encounters and the joy of discovery at every turn.
With Puraventura, you don’t just see Costa Rica, you feel it.
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Picnic on a Jungle Beach
Coastal walk and a refreshing dip at Piedra Colorada
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Rural Life and Warm Hospitality in Zapotal
Experience country living up close with an overnight stay on a family farm
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Kayak Tour through the Islas Damas Mangroves
Explore the mangroves in peaceful silence, moving with the rhythm of nature
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Two Glamping Nights in the Rainforest
Two magical nights in the heart of the Caribbean jungle
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22 Meals Already Included
Something delicious to enjoy every single day
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For more than 25 years, we have been turning travel dreams into reality with heart, expertise and genuine passion. We organise every journey ourselves without intermediaries, which means you benefit not only from prices around 10% lower, but also from complete control over quality and every detail of the itinerary.
Our team is made up of true Central America specialists, many of whom live and work locally. They speak Spanish, know the best routes, the hidden highlights and the people who will welcome you into their communities. This allows you to experience Central America not as a tourist, but as an honoured guest – authentic, personal and with outstanding value for money.
10% cheaper thanks to direct booking – no intermediaries
No hidden costs
Central America’s finest tour leaders – passionate and highly knowledgeable
Friendly small groups with a maximum of 12 or 15 travellers
All accommodation hand-picked and personally inspected
Advice from genuine Central America specialists
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Since our first journey in 2002, around 2,000 travel reports from tour leaders and travellers have been written. Each one tells a personal story and shows you who travels with us, which moments stay with people, and what it truly feels like to explore with Puraventura. No glossy advertising – just honest impressions that paint an authentic picture and reveal, even before your own trip begins, why our tours are so unforgettable.
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Small groups, a big experience*
A maximum of 12 travellers (occasionally 15) – never just a number
Flexible rebooking
Change or transfer your travel dates for just £100
Guaranteed travel protection
Package Travel Regulation Compliant for peace of mind
Full price transparency
No hidden charges – everything clearly laid out
Customer Satisfaction
Ventura Travel Brands' tours have been rated as excellent by travellers
A trusted travel partner for over 2 decades
Over 80,000 people have travelled with Ventura Travel's brands since 2001
Sustainability Certification – TourCert
As a responsible Tour Operator, we are certified by TourCert