Vacations with Tachiz Travel Costa Rica
Unique Adventures of a Lifetime
My name is Alex Herrera and alongside my brother Francisco and our Team Tachiz, we dedicately prepare and consistently deliver fully customized, unique and memorable luxury vacations of a lifetime for each of our travelers.
Allow Team Tachiz to personally help you plan your adventure and discover how: ¨A trip to Costa Rica is a gift you give to yourself at the same time that you are helping to preserve nature and social peace¨. – Alex Herrera, March 2003.
What is Pura Vida?
“Here is Zicasso’s mini-documentary revealing the layers of meaning, intentionality, and spirit Costa Rica contains. It features my brother Alex as Zicasso’s Costa Rica Travel Specialist. We consistently make sure our itineraries are mutually nourishing, life enhancing for the visitor and for the visited”. – Francisco Herrera, September, 2026.
24/7 in-country support
Service & Dedication
30+ years experience
Costa Rican born & Raised
Strong conections with key suppliers & communities members
Francisco & Alex were high school foreign exchange students in the State of Oregon in the mid 80’s
Aug 3rd, 2026
"I don't give Five Star reviews often but in this case I had no choice.
We received excellent service, communication and when problems totally out of their control happened they brought an immediate solution, and resolved it as quickly as possible. Seriously could have made it much more difficult if not for the Team".
July 26th, 2026
"Francisco and Alex were phenomenal. My group of 9 all had different interests and ability levels and Tachiz Travel worked hard to coordinate multiple excursions for our group to fit each group's wishes. They chose beautiful hotels for us and the drivers and guides were wonderful - kind, and informative".
July 11th, 2026
Tachiz Travel was great to work with! From the planning stage to preparing to leave, to arrival to departure, they were there for what we needed every step of the way!
This trip was a celebration for my nephew, who recently graduated from high school ".
June 20th, 2026
"From the very first online video conversation to the day we left Costa Rica, Tachiz Travel was checking on us and our experiences. When we needed to make changes to our itinerary during the trip, they were very prompt and accommodating".
May 31st, 2026
"Costa Rica was a bucket list trip for me and I am so grateful to Tachiz Travel for bringing this trip to life. They started off listening to my wishlist, then provided so many options for our review and selection to build a customized trip just for our family. They made the trip so easy and seamless".
April 21st, 2026
"Everything was very well organized throughout our trip and Alex was there when we had any questions or changes to our itinerary. Alex and his team (drivers included) were always responsive to our requests and, with the recommendations they made, our trip was 100% unforgettable".
March 24th, 2026
"Tachiz Travel was exceptional. I am so grateful we used them to plan our trip! They went above and beyond at every opportunity.
We had a small hiccup during the trip (our issue, nothing to do with the agency's planning) and they responded immediately and did everything they could to enhance our experience".
March 22nd, 2026
"I have been in the travel business for over 30 years in the hotel and airline industry and I must say that Alex and team are outstanding! Our trip was absolutely seamless. We were impressed by the variety of excursions at each location, almost overwhelmed. It was difficult to choose."
March 18th, 2026
"Alex and his team cultivated a fabulous trip for my wife and me. Everything was timely and well-executed, in accordance with the itinerary. The arranged drivers were friendly and informative, and the accommodations met our expectations."
November 14th, 2025
"Tachiz Travel is such a professional, well-run company whose attention to detail is second to none and who cares for its clients from the planning stages right through to the time spent on the trip they put together."
October 24th, 2025
"Tachiz travel did an excellent job planning our trip to Costa Rica. The entire process was so easy and turned out great. From meeting us at the airport and returning back to airport they went out of their way to make sure our trip was pleasurable."
September 22nd, 2025
"Tachiz Travel went above and beyond from the planning through the completion of our journey. If it were possible to rate them with six stars or more, we would do that! Our questions and messages were answered promptly and thoroughly."
June 30th, 2025
"Tachiz Travel was very attentive and followed up with us throughout the trip to make sure we were doing well. We had an awesome time and would recommend them to anyone planning a trip to Costa Rica."
June 23rd, 2025
"Tachiz Travel was very accommodating. They put together a great itinerary and when we wanted to add something, it was no problem.
The most enjoyable part was experiencing the joy of our grandchildren throughout the trip.
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May 5th, 2025
"Tachiz Travel exceeded our expectations at every point along our journey. If anyone is ever considering using Zicasso and Tachiz Travel to plan out an amazing Costa Rica vacation, you will never have any regrets. They are simply the best!!"
May 3rd, 2025
"Tachiz really listened to our interests and dreams for our Costa Rica vacation and planned the perfect trip. We chose from an extensive list of recommended activities at our three locations and the guides were outstanding for each one."
February 26th, 2025
"We booked with Tachiz Travel on the recommendation of my nephew who went there with his family in 2024. We are very happy we took the recommendation. Our main contact, Mr. Francisco Herrera, was efficient and courteous."
January 28th, 2025
"We had to make several late changes in planned activities and these all went smoothly. The resorts selected were wonderful, with great service and amenities, and our guides were all friendly and helped us learn so much about Costa Rica."
December 30th, 2024
"I have been lucky enough to travel the world and experience private tours. This company is the BEST I have ever hired. They made my trip so enjoyable and I can’t wait to go back."
December 18th, 2024
"There were a few minor glitches mostly due to weather, and they were resolved rapidly and they exceeded our expectation. They were very generous, and they know the country to make a most memorable vacation."
June 14th, 2024
"Tachiz Travel did an amazing job with our trip. They took care of everything from pickup/drop off at the airport to hotels, tours, travel assistance, and everything in between. They were very professional, friendly, and responsive to all of our needs."
May 29th, 2024
"This trip has been an amazing adventure. Very impressed by the detail of thought that goes into orchestration! Bravo! We have had an amazing time.
Just wanted to let you know how appreciative we are RIGHT now as we look out o ee the ocean.
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March 19th, 2024
"I had such a great experience in Costa Rica. Tachiz Travel was my local tour guide company who arranged all my transportation, hotels, and adventures. They did a great job and everything went well."
January 23rd, 2024
"We really can't thank you enough for your effort and the commitment you showed to ensure our trip went so smoothly. And a special shout out to our dear friend Bernie! Driver of the Year and a great ambassador for Tachiz and Costa Rica."
January 3rd, 2024
"Our pre-travel planning, communications and execution, as coordinated by Tachiz were nothing short of exceptional. This was a fun and activities filled 16 day vacation, which will not only stay with us, but which will make sure we will be back..."
December 9th, 2023
"All of the hotels selected for the trip were first class. Each tour guide was punctual, knowledgeable and informative. All of the transfers were seamless and the drivers were careful, professional and patient."
September 14th, 2023
"We had 21 in our travel party ranging in age from 1 to 71. We all had an incredible trip that we enjoyed greatly. Francisco at the travel agency planned our trip and did a great job choosing our accommodations and planning our excursion alternatives."
July 26th, 2023
"By far our favorite experience was the cooking class we took with Rosa and touring her organic garden. We learned so much and the food was so so good but overall we enjoyed the Arenal volcano area a great deal (...)."
June 25th, 2023
"Every one of their employees from the founder to our driver, who was one of the highlights of our trip, was professional and genuinely cared about our happiness throughout our whole adventure."
June 2023
"This was our first trip to Costa Rica and we loved it! Tachiz was so helpful, prompt, available and just super nice! All of the adventures they suggested were terrific - white water rafting, rappelling, surf lessons, ATV excursion, hanging bridges hike."
May 2023
"We explored beautiful rain forests and lush jungles, saw monkeys, crocodiles, sloths, lizards, birds and more. We went ziplining in the treetops and unwound in luxurious hot springs. And every aspect of our trip was seamless."
April 2023
"We had an amazing vacation in Costa Rica! This is an excellent travel company. They listened to our interests and helped us decide the best itinerary and activities. All of the drivers and guides were friendly and professional."