Imagine Latin America Guidebooks

We have a selection of guidebooks to some of our most popular countries in Latin America. Written by our specialists, they detail destination information, a wildlife guide, some suggested itineraries and plenty more to inspire your holiday. Fill in the form below and if you live in UK, your guidebook will arrive by post within the next couple of days. For those who live abroad, we will send this via a PDF to your email.

Jungle and beach holidays

Carpeted with dense, wildlife-rich jungles and lined with a dazzling coast, combine the jungle and beach in Latin America for a memorable holiday.

Off the beaten track

For those drawn to the road less travelled, Latin America has its fair share of hidden pockets and intriguing destinations to discover.

Top 5 National Parks in Costa Rica

As the eco-and-adventure tourism capital of Costa Rica, it’s no surprise the country hosts a dizzying array of national parks. From hiking adventures to white water rafting, wildlife encounters and stunning vistas – there’s a National Park to suit everyone. Below are the top five National Parks that cover the highlights of Costa Rica and allow you to get under the skin of this magnificent country.

10 Reasons to visit Costa Rica in the Green Season

Costa Rica is one of Central America’s hottest and most exciting destinations to travel to right now! A lot of people get put off by the idea of visiting in the green season - what we call the rainy season, yet it’s probably one of the most vibrant, lushest and freshest times to see the country in all its glory. The Latin America team have been working together, to come up with ten (very important) reasons as to why the green season is a great time to travel to Costa Rica.

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Hotel bargains abound

Hotels’ lower their rates significantly during the green season. Book your holiday from, mid – May through to November and expect 20-30% off high season prices.

Crowds disappear

Fewer crowds mean more freedom with your itinerary, stay where you want, when you want. Explore the jungle, cloud forests, and national parks without seeing another tourist in sight and relax on a beach with just a handful of people.

Mornings are sunny and bright

The green season means more showers throughout the day, but mornings are still warm and clear, with showers rolling in between 2pm and 4pm. It rarely, if ever, rains all day and many outdoor excursions will not be disrupted by the weather.

The rain brings an explosion of life

It provides proof that Costa Rica can be lush, abundant, and, well, very green. Frequent rains power bloom fruits and flowers, which draw more birds and butterflies, like the blue morpho butterfly.

Baby animals

August marks the start of turtle nesting season where you can watch mother turtles clambering from the sea to nest their eggs on the beach or alternatively see teeny baby turtles make their way to the sea for the first time. Tortuguero is the country’s prime viewing spot, but many national parks host several species of these amazing creatures. As well as turtles, just offshore in the warm waters of the Gulfo Dulce, spot humpback whales arriving to birth their calves until October.

Coffee Harvest

Most Costa Rican coffee harvests begin during the green season. No matter the season, it is always interesting to take the coffee farm tour followed by a fresh-as-can-be cup of coffee.

Adrenaline-boosting river-rafting

More rain not only makes white water rafting possible, it often stirs up the most furious rapids, perfect for the thrill-seeker out there.

The Surf is up

Aalong the Pacific coast don’t except anything less than stellar waves during the green season. Any surfer will be in for a treat and have the chance to really test their skills.

The rainforest is more exciting

The forest comes alive during the green season, especially at night. Crabs, tarantulas, snakes and adorable red-eyed tree frogs, among other night animals can be seen.

Shouldn’t everyone experience rain in the rainforest?

It’s not every day you get to stand in the middle of a rainforest during a tropical storm and marvel at the flora and fauna in full swing!

Our favourite Costa Rica itineraries below maximise your wildlife and rainforest experiences, and will allow you to take advantage of all the perks of travelling in the green season:

Costa Rica family adventure 12 nights from £3,000pp
Exotic Costa Rica 10 nights from £4,200pp