Vicente Varela
Trip Designer
I was born and raised in Arenal, and after many years away, I made the decision to bring my family back from the city to my hometown. Arenal is a truly special place where nature, adventure, and one of its greatest treasures come together: some of the best hot springs in the world.
We are currently enjoying an excellent summer season in 2026, and the outlook for the coming months is very promising, with ideal conditions to go out and enjoy unforgettable experiences. My daughters, ages 13, 11, and 11, are already counting the days to get back to their favorite adventures such as ziplining, ATV rides, and white-water rafting.
Thanks to them, and to my wife, who is very active and passionate about outdoor activities, I have learned to plan trips through the eyes of those who travel together. This perspective allows me to design experiences that are not only exciting, but also safe, well-balanced, and truly enjoyable for everyone involved.
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What travelers have said
Vicente planned a custom trip that was perfect for our interests. The transportation was on time and super kind and courteous at every transition. The hotels were great and all of the tour guides were knowledgeable and interested in sharing their natural resources and teaching visitors about the region. This is the third time I’ve used Anywhere Costa Rica and the trips have always been seamless and a lot of fun.
Jennifer T.
Great trip, loved all the activities planned, accommodations were excellent. The only thing we would have changed would be renting a car in Arenal because we were out of town (lovely and quiet) but it was expensive to take taxis into town
Amy C.
I really liked how he took the time to Taylor our trip to our wants and our likes. He really did spend extra time going over all of our wish list and making sure that we had the best vacation possible. He did extra things for us and ensure that we had some of the best guides that could be offered. He was amazing.
Elijah .
I trust Anywhere Costa Rica fully. Our planner Vicente was excellent and able to pivot with some unexpected changes. Drivers were all professional, timely, and courteous. The parts that Anywhere took care of were incredibly smooth. I would not hesitate to use the company again for any travel plans.
Meghan M.
Team anywhere was very efficient in handling our traveling interruptions and rearranged our transportation. The rest of the trip went as planned and we had a great time exploring Costa Rica. Definitely would use them again. Gracias!
Dennis a.
Vicente was awesome. All his colleagues were so also. Had the best last minute trip and for the fraction of the price the others offered. These guys are willing to work within my budget and have an agent on the ground
Vaishnavi G.
Trips I've Tailored
A sample of what my clients get by working with a local insider
Family Annual Adventure
It's a beautiful country and the rainforest, Arenal volcano, rafting safari and catamaran sail were all wonderful. We learned a lot,laughed a lot, and would go back.
Solo Exclusive Trip
An incredible country which went beyond expectations. Absolutely amazing & so many memorable experiences. The welcome from all the people & the hospitality everywhere is fantastic. I always felt safe
Sisters Adventure Together
Incredible tours, hotels, and communities.
Family Time in Costa Rica
Michelle and her family embarked on a multi‑generational adventure in Costa Rica, where mist‑cloaked cloud forests meet surf‑kissed Pacific beaches, offering a vibrant contrast of cool heights and warm tides. Your journey weaves through Monteverde’s canopy zip lines and canyoning thrills, the turquoise Tenorio River’s Class III/IV rapids, and La Leona waterfall’s lush river tubing. Guided by local experts and supported by a comfortable van, your family will soak up Pura Vida hospitality, returning home with shared stories of soaring forests and surf‑side sunsets.