Kind Words from Our Customers

Our customers’ experiences mean the world to us. Here are some kind words and heartfelt reviews from those who have enjoyed unforgettable adventures with us:

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Melanie L 
 
2024-04-04
 
 
  
Rodrigo and Ligia did an amazing job creating an itinerary for what my family and I wanted to do in Costa Rica. They helped us get the most out of our trip, and their advice was tantamount to having a smooth and fun experience. We were fortunate to see so much amazing wildlife, and also get to experience the 'Pura Vida' culture. While in Costa Rica, they also checked in on us to see how our travels were going. We are very appreciative to have had their help with our vacation.

We had a wonderful time!
Gracias Rodrigo y Ligia!
-Melanie and family
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Ryan Parmer 
 
2024-01-23
 
 
  
Rodrigo was extremely helpful in planning our trip. We booked all of our lodging, car rental, and a few activities per his recommendations. We're very excited to visit and I would recommend their service to anyone visiting CR.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Marcus Marcial 
 
2023-06-22
 
 
  
Great guide for booking tours!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Dima Gapkaloff 
 
2022-06-13
 
 
  
Great help from Rodrigo with booking Chirripo, highly recommend!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Happy Trails 4x4 
 
2022-04-21
 
 
  
We had an amazing trip with their help!!!  It is so important to work with someone who knows the areas as well as they do.  I highly recommend Ligia and Rodrigo!!!!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Eliška Dědková 
 
2021-12-14
 
 
  
We found the Explore Tikizia website in November 2021, when we finally decided to buy tickets and go to Costa Rica - it was only 10 days before departure. It was such a pleasure that Rodrigo helped us plan our trip! He listened to our interests, was always helpful and caring and he stayed in touch during our whole journey. And he wrote so many practical information in an amazing planning app so we sould just click and see. We could really enjoy our holliday without stress - it is great to know that you have someone in Costa Rica who cares if everything is okay. We would definitely recommend their service to everyone, because they can make your itinerary effective according to your priorities. Thank you, Explore Tikizia!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Korena Neal 
 
2021-11-03
 
 
  
We were able to visit Tamarindo Costa Rica with only a few days notice and Ligia was such a huge help for us. We needed a hotel room, help with our health pass, things to do for a bridal party, and restaurant recommendations within a 48 hour period and she helped us with ALL of it. AND she was available during our whole trip!! Highly recommend Explore Tikizia if you are traveling to Costa Rica!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 German Traveler 
 
2021-08-29
 
 
  
Los mejores guias del mundo. Estamos muy agradecidos por su ayuda durante nuestro viaje en Costa Rica.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Stephanie 
 
2021-04-07
 
 
  
I’ve visited Costa Rica for 2 month during the pandemic and came back to my country with a lot of wonderful memories and the gift of having met an amazing costa rican couple - Ligia and Rodrigo and of course their little son!
As my decision to travel to Costa Rica was quiet a spontaneous act, I didn’t have much time to plan my trip in advance. So I started googling to see if I could find a local organisation or local tour operator who is specialized in sustainable and ecological tourism. I was looking for something special, something less touristy but more authentic – So I came across the website “Explore Tikizia” and I have to say:  This is the best that could have happened to me!
As I didn’t exactly know, how to start my journey: Where to go first? How to get there? ( I didn’t have a car and I was travelling on my own) What kind of activities I could do there?  I reached out for help and contacted Rodrigo and Ligia via WhatsApp- Video Call  Both of them were very professional and really listened to what I was saying and asked me what I was looking for. They didn’t suggest me any “prefabricated-tours” but took the time to write down a personal itinerary with different options, so I could still choose, what I wanted to do. They gave me very useful addresses of transfer companies and accommodations....authentic and local places where you feel part of costa rican life and get the chance to talk to local people and get to know them better!
As Ligia and Rodrigo are from Costa Rica they have a lot of connections and know many places that normally are not listed in every travel book –so that’s a huge advantage and makes your trip even more special! The two of them were always very concerned if the suggestions they gave me were good, if I liked the hotels, hostels....so they really care about your experience and they also care a lot about supporting the local communities. That’s what I admire about their work!
So I can highly recommend you planning a trip to this beautiful country with the help of Ligia and Rodrigo. They are an honest, lovely and fun couple, who are very passionate about their service and will help you plan an unforgettable trip to Costa Rica!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Jim Thompson 
 
2020-06-06
 
 
  
My wife & I were in Costa Rica for a month Feb/19 and spent 3 different days with Rodrigo as our tour guide. One day we went searching for Quetzals in a local reserve close to San Ramon. What he was able to show us hiding in the forest was amazing and we did indeed see a pair of Quetzals! This man knows his birds and made our whole day absolutely unforgettable! The 2nd day he drove us from San Ramon up to Poasito and we spent many hours in Bajos del Toro, hiking the waterfalls & finding the most amazing hummingbirds! Our 3rd day was from Sarapiqui to San Gerardo, we stopped at another private reserve and saw the most incredible rare birds, including a white-tipped Sickle-bill, a very rare hummingbird. Every trip we took he drove and yet was eagle eye to the sky, we missed nothing! Falcons, rare Toucans, rare Hummers to name a few!
The birds and places Rodrigo showed us would not be on a tourist route and the knowledge he has of CR and the incredible forests and wildlife is second to none! We learnt so very much while at the same time had a blast! Rodrigo is also a camera buff and provided invaluable tips for using our gear. We can't say enough about our experience & only wished we had know ahead of time so we could have planned more of our time with him! Next time Rod! Thanks again for taking up so much Baby time!!
Wendy & Jim Thompson