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Chocolate Experience, Waterfall and Cultural Lunch in local home.

What makes this experience special is the genuine connection to Costa Rican culture and the people who call this beautiful mountain village home. Rather than simply watching or listening, guests become part of the experience—getting hands-on with chocolate making, learning to make traditional tortillas alongside a local family, and sharing stories around the lunch table. It's also a wonderful **multigenerational experience**, with something for everyone to enjoy! From curious kids to adventurous grandparents, everyone can participate, laugh, learn, and create memories together. Whether it's making chocolate, swimming beneath a waterfall, or sharing a homemade meal, the experience brings people together in a fun and meaningful way. We believe the best travel memories come from the people you meet, the things you try, and the moments you share. That's what makes this experience so special.

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Chocolate Experience, Waterfall and Cultural Lunch in local home.

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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Chocolate Tour Premium: Lunch & Transportation

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Cruise along one of Costa Rica’s most scenic coastlines on a sailing and snorkeling tour of Manuel Antonio. Relax on deck and sip unlimited drinks from an open bar as you get a new perspective on the unspoiled nature preserve and try to spot dolphins, turtles, and migrating whales. Stop to swim and snorkel among tropical fish in the clear waters off Biesanz Beach, and then reward your efforts with a gourmet lunch prepared right on board.

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Morning tours (9am).

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Dive into Costa Rica’s coffee culture with our hands-on brewing experience! In just four hours, you’ll explore three iconic methods—French Press, Chemex, and traditional Cafe Chorreado. Learn how roast and technique shape flavor, brew your own aromatic cups, and taste the difference yourself. Enjoy a delicious lunch, connect with local coffee traditions, and finish with a fun Q and A. Perfect for coffee lovers ready to sip, learn, and savor every moment!

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Barista Experience Workshop

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Discover the authentic flavors of Costa Rica in this hands-on cooking class where you'll prepare traditional dishes, just like our ancestors did. Guided step-by-step and using fresh local ingredients, you’ll cook classic recipes like Casado, Arroz con Pollo, Arroz de Maíz, or the popular Chifrijo. Choose between preparing a full lunch, dinner, or enjoying a traditional Costa Rican “cafecito” with homemade tortillas or empanadas. Connect with the roots of Costa Rican culture through food, fire, and flavor. Savor what you create and leave with a full belly and a deeper connection to our land. The Wood-Fired Stove Cooking Class option also includes a walk through lush medicinal gardens and a butterfly garden, where you’ll learn about native plants and traditions while enjoying the sights and sounds of nature.

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Monteverde Cloud Forest Traditional Costa Rican Cooking Class

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Escape the crowds at shore on a private catamaran cruise to Playa Fantasía, a secluded white-sand beach accessible only by boat within the Ara Macao Wildlife Refuge. Surrounded by rainforest and protected coastline, this remote setting offers a chance to spot dolphins, seasonal whales, and tropical birds along the way. With time to enjoy the beach and relax on board, it’s a more peaceful and exclusive way to experience Costa Rica’s scenic Pacific coast.

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Jaco Private Catamaran Charter to Playa Fantasia

7 hoursFree Cancellation

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Extreme Bungee Jumping in Monteverde

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Whether you’re an avid chef or would just like to learn more about Costa Rican cuisine, this small-group cooking class will teach you all you need to know. Meet a local family and gain insight into how they live, cook, and eat. Your hands-on cooking class will focus specifically on medicinal plants found in your hosts’ garden. Have fun learning new skills and then eat your tasty home-cooked meal after.

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Cooking Class & Medicinal Plants Garden Manuel Antonio

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Jaco: Nighttime Jungle Walk with Bonfire Dinner and Pickup

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Full Day Excursion to Tortuga Island from Puntarenas

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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Ride along the forested coast of Manual Antonio National Park on this 4-hour catamaran tour. Morning tours feature a snorkeling adventure in the secluded bay of Playa Biezans, while evening tours allow you to take in views of the sunset over the Pacific Ocean. This tour includes round-trip transportation from your lodging in the Manuel Antonio area as well as snorkel equipment (morning tour), a guide, and lunch or dinner.

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Catamaran Cruise from Manuel Antonio with Snorkeling

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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Full Day Tour to Tortuga Island from Jaco

12 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Experience a different side of the Monteverde Cloud Forest with this small-group tour through a local private farm. Walk through a private farm set within the region’s beautiful countryside to see how coffee, cocoa, and sugar are produced here. Besides seeing their plantations, you’ll have the chance to taste each of the local products. Trails on the farm are accessible for strollers, walkers, and wheelchairs. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included in Monteverde and Santa Elena.

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3-in-1 Monteverde Cloud Forest Coffee, Chocolate and Sugar Cane Tour

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Kokoro Celebrations Picnics and Proposals in Manuel Antonio

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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La Fortuna Firefly Night Walk and Scenic Dinner at The Lookout

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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$49$47

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Chocolate Tour Standard #2: Lunch Included without transportation

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Chocolate Tour Basic: Self-drivers without lunch

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Chocolate Tour Transportation included without lunch

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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$59$56

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Private Cocktail Tasting Monteverde Conceptual Mixology

OOME Mixology Experience, was born with the idea of giving a unique experience in mixology, conceptual menus and providing a space where we will be transported to the Prohibition Era as a hidden bar in the heart of Monteverde. We are a minimalist but very creative space. Our first menu is based in Monteverde, a perfect cloud forest to highlight ingredients, history and Presentation. Jafet is currently the most sustainable champion bartender in Costa Rica and 2nd in Latin America. If you want the experience, it can be to share the cocktails with a friend or your partner. You pay 1 and enter 2. (includes 5 cocktails)

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Private Cocktail Tasting Monteverde Conceptual Mixology

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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Get onto the water on an exclusive tour to Playa Fantasia by catamaran for a beautiful sunset tour. You’ll depart from Playa Nicoya to the secluded beach with a jungle backdrop. You’ll be treated to a fresh lunch cooked by a private chef. You’ll also have use of boogie boards, surfboards, hammocks, and lounge chairs. Have a drink, too, with a bar of pina coladas and margaritas. Sail home at sunset.

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Private Sunset to Playa Fantasia (Snorkeling & Wildlife)

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Delight in a unique culinary journey with Chef Eddie at Eklectic Kitchen, where Costa Rican soul meets global flavors. Whether you're in a luxury villa or attending an intimate dinner at his home in Portasol, savor personalized dishes crafted from the freshest local ingredients. From comforting Beef Stroganoff to vibrant Tom Kha Pasta, each meal showcases Chef Eddie's creativity and passion for cooking. This experience isn’t just about food; it’s about sharing stories and enjoying a culinary art form that nourishes the body and soul.

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Culinary Experience with Private Chef Eddie in Costa Rica

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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$75$71

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Farm to Table Meal from our Permaculture Land

What makes this experience unique is being able to enjoy a meal right on the farm where the food is grown. Our screened, open-air dining room overlooks the fields with sweeping views of the Talamanca Mountain Range and Volcán Barú. We are nestled in a sweet Tico village that is quiet, peaceful, and serene. Meals are served family-style, creating space for connection and conversation. We love sharing stories about our farm, our travels, and our life here—and we love hearing your stories too.

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Farm to Table Meal from our Permaculture Land

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Private Tour to Playa Fantasia (Snorkeling & Wildlife)

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve

Carara National Park (Parque Nacional Carara)

Jaco Beach

Curi-Cancha Reserve

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Tortuga Island (Isla Tortuga)

Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve

Carara National Park (Parque Nacional Carara)

Jaco Beach

Curi-Cancha Reserve

Manuel Antonio National Park

Tortuga Island (Isla Tortuga)

Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve

Carara National Park (Parque Nacional Carara)

Jaco Beach

Curi-Cancha Reserve