An amazing cycling adventure from Costa Rica to Nicaragua What an amazing adventure! With the expert guidance and knowledge provided by our safety conscious Exodus guides, I was fortunate to experience an exceptional cycling journey from San Jose, Costa Rica to Granada, Nicaragua as part of a customized trip to raise funds for WaterAid Canada. Roberto, Paul, and Andreas ensured that all we had to do was focus on enjoying the sights and sounds around us. They took care of all the logistical concerns including our safe cycling routes; being fully prepared for any mechanical needs of our bikes; finding unique, clean rest stops and wonderful lunch venues; explaining local cultural points of interest and spotting fascinating wildlife.
This holiday was superb for exploring different landscapes and seeing lots of wildlife. The tour includes a wide variety of places to visit, allowing you to see the shifts in environment and wildlife, which was very interesting, and we were awarded with so many fantastic wildlife spots - both birds and mammals. We stayed in a collection of lovely hotels set in beautiful gardens where you would often have your own cabin and small terrace. Food was tasty and local people were very friendly and accommodating. You will definitely return home with plenty of stories to tell!
Costa Rica is beautiful and Jorge Diaz, our guide was wonderful. He had a bigger than normal job, due to road closures from rain/landslides, but he did it all.with clear communication and patience. He is passionate about his country and his work. He clearly enjoys teaching visitors about Costa Rica. We saw so many beautiful parks and stayed in lovely accommodations. The only problem was with one hotel in Cahuita that didn’t have running water. The rain only interfered with a few activities but we did other things that made up for it. The wildlife viewing was spectacular—sloths, tapirs, turtles, crocs, boas and so many different birds. The chocolate making tour and coffee farm tour were fun and interesting. Both were delicious and I am now a coffee drinker! At least of Cafe Cristina’s light roast! If you are thinking about this trip, go—you won’t be disappointed. Pura Vida!