Nuria Oliveira
Hello! My name is Nuria, from Costa Rica. If you are reading this, you are one step closer to having the time of your life in paradise.
I am very excited to accompany you in this amazing journey and work together to create the best plan for your holiday.
What places and activities do you specialize in?
"I have had the pleasure to do most things in Costa Rica from coast to coast. I mostly specialize on outdoors activities, unique experiences with nature outside of the normal range offered.
I especially love offering itineraries with alternative routes and outside of the usual touristic experience. I look for details that will make every experience different."
How did you get involved in travel?
"Since I was a little girl I have traveled the world and by getting to know new places I have learned how unique and beautiful my country is: Costa Rica. After living for some time in Europe, I realized how extraordinary Costa Rica is - from its very rich flora and fauna to the charisma and warmth of its people.
My lifestyle has allowed me to work in tourism and to be able to share with others the unique experiences that only Costa Rica can offer."
Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.
"One of the most incredible experiences I have had in Costa Rica is when I visited a protected biological reserve for turtle spawning, incubation and hatching. We were woken up at the middle of the night because there was a massive hatching and they needed assistance to help the little turtles hatch, then get them safely through the beach to the water. Being there and part of such a spectacular event is an unforgettable time in life that made me feel connected to nature like never before."
Featured trips & expertise
4 Days in Costa Rica - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
With four days to spend in Costa Rica, it's wise to focus on one region. A popular choice is a highlights tour of the Arenal area, featuring volcano hikes and a dip in hot springs. Head to Manuel Antonio National Park for an active itinerary that includes surfing and kayaking, or travel to Monteverde for zip line adventures and horseback riding in the cloud forest. Alternatively, opt for a wildlife-themed luxury tour around the Osa Peninsula, or mix wildlife spotting with cultural experiences in Tortuguero National Park.
Discover Costa Rica's Natural Highlights - 6 Days
Explore Costa Rica's great outdoors on this lively six-day tour around the country's natural highlights, from volcanoes and hot springs to forests and beaches. Start in Arenal with a visit to the Hanging Bridges, a hike around Arenal Volcano, and a dip in the Tabacón Hot Springs. Then transfer to Manuel Antonio National Park for snorkeling, hiking, a sunset catamaran cruise, and a boating excursion in the Damas Island Estuary.
Costa Rica from Coast to Coast - 13 Days
Travel from the Caribbean coast to the Pacific coast, enjoying outdoor adventures along the way, on this exciting 13-day itinerary across Costa Rica. Spend a day sightseeing in San José before heading on to Tortuguero National Park for a boat tour and a nighttime nature hike. Continue to Arenal for volcano hikes, hot springs, and a visit to a wildlife rehabilitation center, then zipline through the cloud forest in Monteverde and end the trip in Manuel Antonio National Park.
8 Days in Costa Rica - 5 Family-Friendly Itinerary Ideas
Spend eight days exploring Costa Rica's beaches, volcanoes, and cloud forests. These family-friendly itineraries offer both adventure and education. Divide your time between national parks, wildlife viewing excursions, and hikes to volcanoes and waterfalls, or opt for an itinerary that includes a full day of sightseeing historic San José. Families with smaller children might choose a trip with low-key outdoor activities, like a sunset catamaran cruise or a hike through a sloth habitat, while those with older kids may prefer an itinerary with zip-lining, snorkeling, and other adventure sports.
Top Wildlife Experiences in Costa Rica
As a world leader in eco-tourism and wildlife conservation, Costa Rica is known for its abundance of wildlife. With half of the country covered in forests, an intricate network of waterways, and nearly endless coastline, wildlife spotting alone draws travelers to Costa Rica. You can spot beloved sloths, monkeys, and frogs in the rainforest, watch turtles nest on the beaches, go birding in national parks, explore the jungles by night, and visit wildlife rehabilitation centers.
Active Week in Costa Rica: Pacuare River Rafting, Arenal, & Monteverde - 7 Days
Spend an active week discovering some of the natural highlights of Costa Rica. Explore the capital city, and then launch into an adrenaline-pumping rafting excursion along the Pacuare River. Next, explore Arenal Volcano on a nature walk, followed by a hot spring soak. Then, head to Monteverde to tour the incredible cloud forest on horseback and zipline through the canopy. Enjoy more time strolling historical San José before departure.
Recent trip reviews for Nuria
Costa Rica - Monteverde, Manuel Antonio, Corcovado
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Feb 18 - Feb 26, 2023
We had a fabulous time in Costa Rica, and really appreciated the planning help we received from Nuria. We particularly loved Sunset Lodge in Drake Bay, and the guided trip in Corcovado National Park. In Manuel Antonio, our lodging at Hotel San Bada was a wonderful location just steps from the park entrance and a short walk to the beach. Our night hikes were amazing, and we were happy with the choice to not use a guide inside Manuel Antonio NP. There were so many guides around that we didn't... read more
Wonderful last-minute 9 day get-away to Costa Rica!
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Feb 15 - Feb 23, 2023
My wife and I had (both early 60's and fairly fit) had a truly wonderful and memorable trip to Costa Rica. I usually plan my own trips, but since this was kind of last minute, I left all the planning to Kim Kim and kept my fingers crossed. They put me in touch with their local specialist, Nuria, who did a great job tailoring the trip to what was important to us. Our tours and transportation were totally private (a wonderful splurge). All guides and drivers were super friendly, prompt, and... read more
Hello Steven,
Thank you so much for traveling us and for taking the time to leave us this amazing review. I'll definitely pass your feedback to my colleagues. I was more than glad to assist during this time, and I am so happy that you had a great time here.
I hope you will visit Costa Rica in the future and can explore the different destinations in our beautiful country.
Pura Vida!
Nuria made booking an expansive trip across 3...
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Feb 8 - Feb 14, 2023
Nuria made booking an expansive trip across 3 different areas of Costa Rica very easy. She provided various tour and hotel options and stayed reasonably within the budget we had initially discussed. Overall 10/10 would recommend!
Raya,
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was a total pleasure to help you plan this last minute getaway and I'm so happy you enjoyed it!
I hope your return soon to Costa Rica.
Nuria
This is the way to book a vacation!
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Jan 19 - Jan 25, 2023
Nuria was great and made sure I had an amazing trip! I did not have any time to plan my trip so I relied on Nuria to take care of it for me. This is definitely how I plan on handling future vacations! Nuria took care of EVERY DETAIL and made sure everything went to plan. Nuria checked in on us from time-to-time and let us know when one of our drivers was running late. I cannot stress how great it was to not worry about making plans and booking everything.
Thank you, Nuria! read more
Hello Luciano,
Thanks for such a lovely review and for trust me, it has been my pleasure to help you to organize this trip with your mom. I wish you both the best.
¡PURA VIDA!
Such an amazing adventure our plannned had fo...
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Jan 8 - Jan 17, 2023
Such an amazing adventure our plannned had for us. Amazing people , food , experiences. Definitely would recommend the same trip to all ages. read more
Hello Dylan,
I'm so happy you had a great time here. It was my pleasure to assist you during this planning. I hope you could visit Costa Rica in the future and could explore different destinations.
¡Pura Vida!
Nuria
Costa Rica adventures
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Jan 8 - Jan 17, 2023
Where do I start! This vacation was the dream just from the itinerary we set up, only took about a week and half to customize this amazing trip to Costa Rica. Our guide Nuria helped us every step of the way making sure we had tons of excursions and amazing resorts to stay while there. We had just the right amount of days in the beautiful city learning the history, an amazing few days on a jungle island where we explored the wildlife and people there. They ended it perfectly with our last... read more
Hello Mason,
Thank you so much for your kind words. For me, it was a pleasure to help you have an experience of a lifetime. I'm are very grateful for your trust in me for your trip to Costa Rica. Meeting you both was amazing and I hope you come back to Costa Rica.
Pura Vida!
5 Stars for Kimkim!
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Dec 10 - Dec 17, 2022
I absolutely loved my experience using kimkim. I couldn't ask for a better specialist than Nuria to plan our Costa Rica adventure. She understood exactly what we were looking for, planned the ideal trip, and made herself available for phone calls and messages at all times. She started feeling like a friend after a while. All of the companies kimkim works with for your onsite experiences are top-notch. Every driver for transport around the country was friendly and punctual. All our guides for... read more
Hello Bianca,
I appreciate your feedback so much. It was really nice to meet you both!
I'm very happy to know you had an amazing experience in Costa Rica, we will be waiting for you to back and continue exploring our country :)
Wish you the best and ¡PURA VIDA!
Nuria