Costa Rica Local Travel Experts

Meet the local travel experts who create your personal, tailor-made trip to Costa Rica

Marco

I am a native Costa Rican, born in San José and raised in Cartago, both in the Central Valley. As a married father of two children, I have traveled this country extensively, both on my honeymoon as well as with my family, and I know how to create itineraries that are exciting for all generations.

As a tour operator, we have over 30 years experience in creating unique travel experiences for travelers from all over the world. Wildlife enthusiasts will marvel at the almost untouched Peninsula de Osa, Reggae fans can enjoy the relaxed vibe of Puerto Viejo, surfistas will love Playa Hermosa and children and parents will love exploring the rainforest from above on one of the many hanging bridges. Our approach is simple: we listen carefully to your ideas and thoughts on your upcoming trip and translate those into travel experiences that will suit you best. We love our country and love showing it to travelers and make sure that this passion is reflected in everything we do and offer. With over 25% of the country declared as national parks, we are committed to sustainability and green practices and choose our suppliers carefully.

Our tours are best suited for families and first-time visitors to Costa Rica, eager to explore the country.

Roberto

I have been a travel addict since my early twenties and I see travel as a means to discover and explore the world. It is not just about places, it is above all about people and the amazing stories they can tell. Since I was young, I've always enjoyed coupling my talent for organisation with my creativity to design special trips for the most curious and discerning travellers. My home country offers so many opportunities for new experiences and emotions that it never ceases to amaze me.

I founded my own tour operator to scratch my own itch - I wanted to be able to plan authentic trips, a mix of known tourist attractions with off-the-beaten-track excursions, trips that I wanted to take myself. Costa Rica offers something for everyone and with our diverse team we have tested and tried the best hiking routes, the ideal scuba diving areas, the best places to stay on a budget, the most family-friendly hotels and much more. With over 20 years of experience in the travel industry, we’re ready to create and execute trips that will create memories to last a lifetime.

Our tours are best suited to those looking for unique and authentic experiences.

Reviews for tailor-made trips to Costa Rica

The highlights of Costa Rica!

4/16/2023

Wonderful Holiday Roberto was great sorting out our 12 days in Costa Rica. All the places and hotels were great and the local guides were all great as were our transfer drivers. All knowledgable and wanted us to see everything possible. The only thing which I would say is the itinerary day notes and the information when you went into the planned day info didn't all match up with what the local tour company did with you. It is confusing but with hindsight I would double check with rough Guides exactly what is included in the day. One of ours said hanging bridges actually included but when we got there they weren't. I know Roberto had we contacted him would have sorted it but with only 2 days in a place and other tours/transfers already booked by rough guides there was no time to fit it in the local company informed us. It was disappointing but we still had a fantastic holiday and would definitely use rough guides again.

Discover Northern Costa Rica

3/17/2023

Hi Roberto, Bob and I want to thank you so much for our beautiful trip. Costa Rica is a spectacular country! We are deeply impressed by the country's commitment to humanistic values and the preservation of it's natural environment. It is an example for the world and I hope we will bring some of the positive experience we had there back here in the form of positive change. You really gave us a wonderful trip. Thank You. Warmest wishes. Meg

Costa Rica

2/24/2023

Just wanted to say thank you. My son and his college buddy had the best time in Costa Rica! You set up an amazing trip for them, which they thoroughly enjoyed. Everything was perfect. I appreciate your quick response to them when they needed to rearrange things a bit on the third day. I will definitely recommend you to others who are traveling to Costa Rica.

1/20/2023

The trip planning with the Rough Guides and their local expert Roberto went smoothly and with great recommendations for lodging and activities. the actual trip went all as planned and exceeded our expectations on lodging, places visited and numerous activities all well arranged by the Rough Guides group. We had a fantastic trip in summary. thank you Rough Guides and Roberto, i highly recommend these folks.

Wildlife and nature in Costa Rica!

1/4/2023

Rough Guides really made it a special experience. Having access to ask questions any time I needed was definitely peace of mind too! Highly recommend!

8/18/2022

Hi Roberto, we had a wonderful time in Costa Rica, every day was an adventure! We very much enjoyed Tortuguero, so much wildlife and seeing the turtles nesting and laying eggs was spectacular. We also very much enjoyed the authenticity of the Tortuga Lodge. I am sorry, we could not meet to thank you in person for a wonderful trip. We will warmly recommend Costa Rica to friends and family, as well as yourself and the Rough Guide for planning an outstanding trip. A truly amazing journey. Muchos gracias and Pura Vida!

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