The company

Our travel agency, a French company in Costa Rica


Costa Rica Découverte is a travel agency based in Costa Rica and only in Costa Rica! Passionate about this country with a thousand facets and nature lovers, our team has been preparing tailor-made trips that meet your expectations since 2008! Our success comes essentially from listening to our customers, and the privileged relationships we build day after day with all the tourism stakeholders, hotels, guides, activity providers.

Pierre Jolivet

The central pillar of the agency for a united team. This tall, short man is undoubtedly the king of los juegos de palabras (word games for the less Spanish-speaking among us). As the agency’s director and sales representative, he knows every nook and cranny of Costa Rica and will generously share all its secrets with you.

Anne Jolivet

Anne runs the agency like a mother. She is the core of the company, solving all our small and large problems. Caring and attentive, she is the one who feeds the social networks to make you dream even before landing on our beloved Costa Rican soil. She is on the lookout for new trends.

Arnaud Jolivet

Arnaud is the son of Anne and Pierre, the agency’s founders. After studying political science in France, he joined his parents in Costa Rica, where he learned the ropes of running a travel agency. His path then took him further north to Mexico, where he settled while continuing to work for the family business and writing the website’s blog.

Maelle Dubois

Maëlle, Costa Rica Découverte’s longest-serving recruit. She arrived in September 2010 and rose through the ranks. In 2020, a difficult year for tourism, she decided to return to her roots in France. But after four years, Costa Rica caught her eye again, and she naturally found her position at Costa Rica Découverte.

Sandrine Guyard

Sandrine, 53, French and Costa Rican, has lived in Costa Rica for almost 20 years.
A mother of two grown children, she has an unusual background. She joined our team in 2021 and loves handling your reservations, finding solutions to any potential problems, and firmly negotiating rates or services.

Adriana Martins

Venezuelan by birth, at 23, she set out to conquer France. There she met Simon, the one she loved in Paris… After learning the language of Molière, she turned to literary studies in Grenoble. After 9 years, she and Simon decided to join Adri’s family in Costa Rica. At Costa Rica Découverte, she is in charge of the proper management of supplier invoices.

Susana Cespedes

Susana, our ever-smiling sales representative, is a Costa Rican by birth. She will prepare your trip with care. Attentive, attentive, and meticulous, your trip will correspond in every way to your desires. French has long since become her second language since marrying a Frenchman, Kevin.

Natalia Hernandez

Natalia is our loyal French teacher. In addition to her duties at Costa Rica Découverte, she teaches French to young students. She’s the one who prepares and reviews your roadbooks, reservations, and the little details that make a trip a success.
She may also meet you upon your arrival. ?

Luany Rodriguez

Luany is a Costa Rican through and through. She had the opportunity to live in Paris after following her husband to France. It was there that she learned to speak French. But her main asset is having worked for a long time in the tourism industry. She may be the one who welcomes you upon your arrival, and perhaps also your contact during your stay.

Daniela Corella

Daniela joined Costa Rica Découverte in November 2024. Her unusual background convinced us to give her a chance, and we were right to do so. She loves her country and adores tourism. She lived in Paris for 5 years where she was a tour guide at the Eiffel Tower. A wonderful person who will welcome you and help you during your stay.

Théo Collin

Our first male intern was quickly adopted. A quick detour to Canada, then a return to France, and here he is again in Costa Rica. His freelance status gives him the independence he needs. He handles all the monitoring and improvement of the IT tools. A true gem who optimizes our work.

Tweet

Company mascot, he was in Costa Rica Discovering what toucans and sloths can be like in Costa Rica: it’s our emblem. Behind deceptive appearances, this big dog was actually a bundle of affection! RIP: Tweet was a big kid until the end of his life on December 30, 2024, at the respectable age of almost 13.

Experience Pura Vida with Costa Rica Discovery, your trusted local agency!

Why use a travel agency in Costa Rica?
Extensive knowledge of the field

Based locally, our team lives to the rhythm of the country. We know the best times to visit each region, the best accommodations, the passionate guides, and the authentic activities.

Personalized advice

Family trip, honeymoon, nature road trip, or wellness getaway? We tailor your itinerary to your pace, interests, and budget. Nothing is pre-packaged; everything is personalized.

Trusted local partners

By working with a local travel agency, you benefit from a solid network of stakeholders committed to sustainable tourism: hotels, transporters, certified guides, organic farms, etc.

The concrete advantages of a local travel agency
A 100% tailor-made itinerary

No more impersonal packages! You build your trip with a dedicated advisor.

Better responsiveness on site

An unexpected event? Need help? We’re nearby to respond quickly. True security so you can enjoy your trip with peace of mind.

French-speaking support

Our entire team speaks French. You will be understood, advised, and supported in your own language, from the first contact until the end of your trip.

A relationship without an intermediary

You gain transparency and fluidity. No impersonal platform or hidden fees: you interact directly with those who design and execute your stay.

Why choose Costa Rica Discovery?
15 years of experience in Costa Rica

Since 2007, we have been creating personalized trips for French-speaking travelers in search of authenticity.

A French-speaking team on site

Our advisors live in Costa Rica and will assist you before, during and after your trip.

Tested and approved circuits

Each itinerary we offer is the result of real experiences and rigorous field work.

Responsible tourism

We support community projects, promote ecotourism, and work with CST certified stakeholders.

Traveling differently is possible…

Since our beginnings, we’ve believed that travel can be a positive force for both travelers and locals. That’s why we prioritize local partners, responsible accommodations, and low-impact tours. Preserving nature, promoting local expertise, and limiting our carbon footprint: ecotourism is at the heart of our commitment.
Discover our commitments to sustainable tourism in Costa Rica

With Costa Rica Discovery
  • Organizing your itinerary
  • Personalized exchanges
  • A single point of contact

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Why travel with us?

A flawless reputation since 2008

A single contact in French

Our presence on the ground all year round

Our expertise for a tailor-made offer

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