Our Company
Over 50 years creating unforgettable experiences in Costa Rica. A family business committed to sustainability and excellence.
1972
Founded
50+
Years of Experience
1995
Established in Guanacaste
Family
Owned & Operated
Our Story
A Legacy of Passion for Costa Rica
Central American Tours, known as CATours, is a receptive tourism operator and representative of wholesalers from the United States.
Founded in 1972 and established in Guanacaste in 1995, CATours is a family business with traditional values. Acquired by Jorge Taylor in 1985, the company is now managed by his children, carrying forward a legacy of excellence and commitment to sustainable tourism.
For over five decades, we have dedicated ourselves to showing travelers the authentic beauty of Costa Rica, always with respect for nature and local communities.
Jorge Taylor, Founder - 1970s
First tours at the volcano craters
Family Values
A family business with traditional values, where every client is treated like family.
Sustainability
Committed to sustainable management of natural resources and the environment.
Local Expertise
The best professional collaborators ensuring the highest levels of efficiency.
Our Mission
To contribute to the conservation and sustainable management of natural resources and the environment through justice and solidarity, participating in the execution and administration of strategic environmental development projects at local, national, and international levels.
These are the general guidelines that should govern our actions every day. It is the duty of each of us to internalize them and align our efforts towards achieving our vision.
"CATours aims to promote, participate, stimulate, and intervene in environmental initiatives in order to enhance and develop sustainable lifestyles."
Our Vision
To be recognized as a leading and consolidated organization in environmental matters, committed to the responsible sustainable management of natural resources, in a place where excursions are enjoyable in a dignified, equitable manner and in harmony with nature.
To achieve this, we provide the best professional collaborators to ensure high levels of efficiency in our actions, while acquiring a strong commitment to all our stakeholders for the fulfillment of our mission.
"Excursions that are enjoyable in a dignified, equitable manner and in harmony with nature."
Guiding Principles
What We Stand For
Core Values
How We Act
"Our commitment goes beyond tourism. We believe in creating meaningful connections between travelers and the authentic spirit of Costa Rica."
Ready to Experience Costa Rica with Us?
Let our 50+ years of experience create the perfect Costa Rican adventure for you. Contact us today and discover why thousands of travelers trust CATours.