How did you first hear about Serendipity Adventures? Tito: I’m from Turrialba, and about 30 years ago, I first came across Serendipity. The word “serendipity” itself wasn’t very common in Spanish, so it was intriguing. The company had a warehouse in downtown...
The Best of the South Caribbean Coast: Cahuita, Puerto Viejo & Beyond
The South Caribbean Coast of Costa Rica is unlike any other part of the country. Unlike the more developed Pacific Coast, the South Caribbean offers a laid-back escape, with some of the most picturesque beaches in the country, bordered by dense rainforest teeming with...
San José: Beloved City Parks
San José's parks offer a surprising oasis of greenery and culture amongst the hustle and bustle of Costa Rica’s capital. Each space tells its own story, blending the city’s rich history and growing art scene. If you're looking for a window into the heart of Costa...
A Day Trip to Cartago: An Adventure in Costa Rica’s Heart
Are you visiting Costa Rica’s beautiful capital, San José? Spending some time in the Central Valley before your flight? Looking to immerse yourself in the history and culture of Costa Rica? Our local travel specialist, Holden, highly recommends a day trip to Cartago,...
Sergio Calvo: A Decade of Guiding with a Serendipity Adventures
For nearly a decade, Sergio Calvo has been at the heart of Serendipity Adventures, leading travelers through the breathtaking landscapes of Costa Rica. Born and raised in Sitio Mata near Turrialba, Sergio brings a wealth of local knowledge, passion for nature, and a...
Culture, Cuisine, and Creativity: A Traveler’s Guide to San José
Our travel specialist, Holden, leads us through the heart of Costa Rica’s vibrant capital in this Traveler's Guide to San José. Often overlooked as a stopover destination between the airport and Costa Rica’s natural wonders, San José is a city brimming with culture,...
Why Travel is the Best Investment for Your Family
On Karen's family trip to Costa Rica, the country became more than just a destination—it became a place of unforgettable adventures and deep connections. From her graduation trip in 1999 to returning decades later with her own children, Karen’s experience with...
Rural Tourism: Mariana’s Journey with Serendipity Adventures
At Serendipity Adventures, we take pride in not only crafting tailormade travel experiences but also nurturing the next generation of tourism professionals. Over the last two months, we have had the privilege of hosting Mariana Zúñiga Madriz, a student from CTP La...
Costa Rica Accessible Travel: Rhonda Raven Neuhaus
Back in 2011, Rhonda Raven Neuhaus traveled to Turrialba to embark on an adapted canyoning adventure with Serendipity! Since then, she has been back to meet with us and, on her last visit, she shared valuable insights into accessible travel in Costa Rica and what we...
Meet Sergio: A Serendipitous Journey from Wildlife Rescue to Adventure Guide
Meet Sergio, one of Serendipity’s longest-serving guides! In this short interview, we scrape the surface of how he went from wildlife and forest management student to a principal adventure guide (with a little bit of help from ‘serendipity’ along the way…). What were...
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