CRKA Pesach 2027 · Rio Perlas, Costa Rica

About

Costa Rica Kosher Adventures brings its all-inclusive Glatt Kosher Pesach 2027 program to Rio Perlas Resort & Spa, a 59-room rainforest retreat on 300 acres in Costa Rica's legendary Orosi Valley.

This is not a high-rise hotel program. It is a Passover built around nature: the Perlas River runs through the grounds, with tropical rain and cloud forest gardens, onsite hiking trails, an accessible waterfall and a fishing lake. The spread-out resort gives each family plenty of private space.

Guests unwind in a volcanic-fed hot thermal pool and a separate cold pool, then enjoy a thermal spa. Seder nights, daily minyanim in the onsite shul and a scholar-in-residence program give the Yom Tov real depth.

During Chol Hamoed, two and a half days of guided adventures are included: a national park experience, zip lining, river rafting, the historic Agua Caliente hot springs in Cartago and a beach day at Manuel Antonio National Park.

The kosher Passover program runs for 10 days / 9 nights, 21–30 April 2027. An optional pre-night and a post-Pesach weekend are also available at Rio Perlas. Tips, taxes, service charges and SJO airport transfers (1–1.5 hours) are all included.

About the provider

Since 1994, Costa Rica Kosher Adventures (CRKA) has created and run unique, custom group Pesach programs for thousands of satisfied guests.

CRKA leads kosher travel to Costa Rica and pairs Glatt Kosher cuisine with nature-based adventure in off-the-beaten-path destinations. The company is owned and managed by Joel Weinberger, a respected kashrus administrator. CRKA also runs a Passover program in Panama and kosher tours to the Canadian Rockies and Guatemala.

Rooms & accommodation

Price is per room, max 4 persons per room, no exceptions. Price includes all tips, taxes and service charges. Prices are subject to change.

Standard room, single: $9,500 per room (from price)
Standard room, 2 people: $11,500 per room
Standard room, 3 people: $13,000 per room
Standard room, 4 people: $14,500 per room
Upgrade to Rio Perlas Superior Room: +$4,000 per room
Cribs: No charge
Cots: $200

Room features: private balcony or patio, spacious bathroom with walk-in shower, cable TV, WiFi, mini fridge, safe (security box), night tables and chairs, house phone, closet, laundry service, concierge. The furthest room is about 5 minutes' walk from the dining area/lobby. Handicap rooms on request. Standard rooms have a King or 2 Queen beds, and connecting rooms and some suites are available; hair dryer listed. Superior rooms have 2 Queen beds, terrace, bathtub/shower, jacuzzi, coffee maker and mini-bar fridge.

Kashrut & dining

All food for the program is Glatt Kosher LePesach (Gebrochts) under the supervision of the Centro Israelita Sionista de Costa Rica and the Chief Rabbi of Costa Rica, Rabbi Yitzchak Prober.

Rabbi Prober is a former Dayan of the Beit Din of Mexico and trained with leading American kashrus experts. The mashgichim are trained to the same standard. CRKA owner Joel Weinberger is a noted kashrus administrator in the US and abroad.

All products are Glatt Kosher and yoshon. All wine is Mevushal. Shmura Matza and Cholov Yisroel products are available on request. All cheeses are cholov yisrael. Cholov yisrael milk (e.g. for coffee) is available on request.

Meals are made fresh in separate meat and dairy kitchens by CRKA's master chefs. Menus reflect local Costa Rican cuisine, using the region's famous fresh fruits and vegetables. All meals, Sedarim and snacks are included. Dining is outdoor and covered, with limited indoor air-conditioned space for the whole program. Food allergy menus and a wine selection are included (TJT). Private Seder rooms are available for a fee.

Religious life & Shabbat

An onsite synagogue hosts daily minyanim throughout Pesach, with Ashkenazi tefilot, Daf Yomi and several shiurim.

Scholar in residence: Rabbi Elimelech Goldberg, Rabbi Emeritus of the Young Israel of Southfield, a musmach of the Rav (Harav Yosef Dov Halevi Soloveichik) and a Yeshiva University graduate. He founded Kids Kicking Cancer. Throughout the holiday he teaches free sessions on breathing, meditative techniques and freedom from stress for all guests.

The program also includes a study and lecture series, Daf Yomi and private learning, plus inspiring lectures. The optional pre-night includes Siyum Bechorim and Biur Chametz before the first Seder. Private Seder rooms are available for a fee.

Activities & entertainment

Two and a half days of guided Chol Hamoed adventures are included in the price: a national park experience, zip line, river rafting, the historic Agua Caliente hot springs in Cartago and a beach day at Manuel Antonio National Park.

On site, CRKA runs low-impact nature activities: guided nature walks, bird and wildlife watching, and a naturalist and ecologist series. Rio Perlas has trails with waterfalls and swimming holes, a trout-fishing lake, a volcanic-fed hot thermal pool, a cold pool, jacuzzis and a full-service spa with sauna, steam room and Turkish bath.

The Orosi Valley is close to Tapantí National Park, the Irazú and Turrialba volcanoes, the Guayabo Archaeological Reserve, the Pacuare and Reventazón rivers, Lankester Gardens and the Ujarrás Valley. The tour menu and full trip descriptions are sent after registration. Optional tours cost extra.

For children & families

A Kid's Camp runs on Shabbat and Yom Tov days, and babysitting is available at extra cost.

Families have full use of the hotel amenities, including a children's playground, ping pong and the pools. The resort also has a children's pool. Guided nature walks and bird and wildlife watching are designed for all ages. Cribs are free and extra cots cost $200.

Amenities & services

• Concierge
• Entertainment
• Free Wi-Fi
• Kids club
• Wheelchair Accessible
• Accessible rooms
• Child Friendly
• Spa
• Outdoor pool

Pricing

Starting from: USD 5750 / stay

Location

Address: 2 kilómetros oeste de puente negro, Provincia de Cartago, Orosí, 30109, Costa Rica

Getting there

SJO airport transfers are included; the resort is 1–1.5 hours from SJO and all flight times are covered. Address: Carretera a Orosi, 2 km a la derecha de Puente Negro, Orosi, Paraíso, Cartago 30203, Costa Rica.

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Contact

• Organizer: Costa Rica Kosher Adventures (Joel Weinberger)
• Location: Orosi, Costa Rica
• Phone: +1310 717 2102
• WhatsApp: +1310 717 2102
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://www.costaricakosheradventures.com/wp/tours/passover/

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