Mastatal - Costa Rica
Family Rainforest Package
3 nights at Hacienda Las Vainillas
3 nights
Half board
Price on request
Your family adventure
Plenty of time for discovery and exploration.
The sample itinerary below gives you a taste of your stay;
We adapt the timing to your children’s ages, the weather and guide availability.
Day 1 - Rainforest welcomes you
Arrive in the early afternoon and enjoy a refreshing dip in the pool,
Head up to the terrace to watch the tropical birds around you,
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As dusk falls, take one of our torches and join a qualified guide for a night walk, discovering insects and other nocturnal wildlife in the rainforest.
Day 2 - The secrets of Vanilla
Morning:
We take you into the jungle to explore the places where vanilla vines grow naturally. You will discover how vanilla flowers are pollinated by hand, see how the pods develop beneath the rainforest canopy, and learn how to harvest them when they reach maturity.
Lunch:
Back at the hotel, enjoy a good swim before lunchÂ
Afternoon:
Vanilla Cooking Workshop: make vanilla ice cream , panna cotta and/or bread to enjoy at dinner
Evening:
Time to relax, followed by dinner
Day 3 - Wildlife, waterfalls and Chocolate
Early morning:
Set off at dawn on a guided birdwatching walk, when the rainforest’s birds are at their most active. Look out for macaws, motmots, birds of prey and toucans along the way.
Late morning:
After a well-earned breakfast, venture deep into the rainforest with our guides, who clear the way through the jungle to lead you to hidden waterfalls. A natural rock slide sends you plunging into the crystal-clear waters of the Juco River.
Lunch:
Return to the Hacienda for a quick shower, followed by lunch.
Afternoon:
Chocolate tour in Mastatal, from cacao fruit to the finished treat
Evening:Â A final dinner together at the Hacienda, with a surprise for the children!
Day 4 - One last breakfast
Enjoy your breakfast before your onward journey— or stay a little longer and add an extra night!
Kristin UKÂ (Google 5/5)
This little gem is truly fantastic. I was a little nervous since I planned out first trip to Costa Rica without any advice or first hand recommendations but when we arrived at the Hacienda we were mesmerized from the start. The rooms are absolutely beautiful overlooking the mountains. The grounds are stunning and very well maintained. Philippe and Frederique were incredibly warm and attentive. The food they prepared for us every day was so so good - our two kids (9 and 12) tried things (and actually finished them) they never did before. It is fascinating to see how they both put so much passion and heart into their project.
We saw monkeys, lots of birds and beautiful wildlife. We also took a night tour in the adjacent park and saw scorpions, frogs and other wildlife.
Philippe gave us a very educational tour through his vanilla farm. The kids loved the little ride in his off road cruiser 😆 It really felt like being „home“ .
We will definitely be back.
Optional Extras: Ask us about a private transfer from San José Airport, additional nights or a massage.
A little rain is part of the adventure
We favour morning hikes and adapt outings to conditions. Swimming and wildlife sightings depend on the day.Â
We care for safety
Exploring with care
Experienced local guides who know the trails inside out. Boots are available to borrow, and walking sticks are provided for forest outings.
For your safety, we kindly ask all our guests to follow the instructions given by our guides during tours. Children staying at Hacienda Las Vainillas must be able to swim and under parents responsability.
