Top Central Pacific Sightseeing Tours in 2026

This tour allows you to explore protected areas of Marino National Park. It is an amazing experience to visit the cave, Ballena Island, and some beaches in the National Park, where you can swim or dive depending on visibility. Besides, you can enjoy watching whales, dolphins, turtles, and birds from the comfort of our boat. Also, our expert guide provides you with important information about these fascinating sea species. in brief, this tour is perfect for families, friends, adventure seekers, or even alone travelers.

Our tour begins at the Curú Wildlife Refuge, a place where you can observe a large number of wild animals before departure time or after the tour. We are local people who know the coast and the behavior of cetaceans and marine animals very well, which allows us to provide a quality service without affecting the marine life of the place, with more than twenty years of experience. We carried out the sightings in the Paquera Responsible Fishing Marine Area, a place that Humpback whales visit to have their calves and take care of them for 2 or 3 months.

We are the only sunset tour that operates in Puntarenas with a classic sailboat with soft music and living a real and pleasant experience of Pura Vida in one of the best sunsets in the world. The sunsets in Puntarenas are spectacular with stunning colors and the boat provides a calm and safe sailing experience, you can connect with nature and the beauty of the sea and the Gulf of Nicoya.

This tour offers an exciting combination of adventure, culture, and nature. Travelers will experience the thrill of driving a double buggy through scenic tropical trails, visit an authentic Dominican house to learn about local coffee and cacao production, relax on the pristine Playa Macao, and swim in the unique underground cenotes of Hoyos del Salado. It’s perfect for both adventure seekers and those who want to immerse themselves in the local culture while enjoying breathtaking landscapes

Explore the wonders of the jungle after dark on this private or group night wildlife tour near Manuel Antonio. This 2-hour guided adventure takes you through a private wildlife shelter where you'll encounter a variety of nocturnal creatures. Discover the famous red-eyed tree frog, as well as other fascinating frog species, along with many other animals that thrive in the Costa Rican rainforest. Your expert guide will lead you through lush trails, sharing insights into the behavior of local wildlife. Visit the butterfly garden to observe nocturnal species in their natural habitat, and explore rescue enclosures featuring crocodiles, turtles, and other rehabilitated animals. Perfect for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts, this tour provides a unique opportunity to experience the jungle at night while supporting important conservation efforts. Run by Costa Rica Wakoo Tours, the local team of ICT-certified naturalist guide Jason Solano Zamora.

Take a fascinating tour of Marino Ballena National Park and enjoy whale and dolphin watching in their natural habitat. During the tour, you will explore iconic places such as Piedra Ballena and Cavernas Ventanas, in addition to the possibility of snorkeling in coral reefs. The weather conditions allow for sighting cetaceans, with a high probability of seeing sea turtles. Return to the starting point after an enriching experience in Costa Rican biodiversity. - Dolphin watching all year and whales in season - Includes snorkel, water, fruits, and safety equipment Expert guide throughout the tour Round trip transportation from the beach

As night falls in El Castillo, La Fortuna, the rainforest reveals its most intimate and quiet side. Away from commercial tourism, this easy, guided walk introduces you to a protected habitat where darkness comes to life. Here, hundreds of native fireflies illuminate the surroundings in perfect, natural synchronicity. Accompanied by a local guide, you will discover the behavior of these bioluminescent insects while walking under the jungle canopy. It is an authentic, peaceful, and respectful evening experience designed for those seeking to connect with the true nocturnal essence of Arenal.

Embark on a nature-filled adventure through the Costa Rican rainforest, perfect for families and outdoor lovers. This tour combines scenic driving with short, easy hikes leading to beautiful waterfalls ideal for swimming, sliding, and safe cliff jumping. Tour Highlights 1. Río Savegre Enjoy a scenic drive along one of Costa Rica’s cleanest rivers. 2. Portasol Waterfall Cliff jumps: 10 ft, 6 ft, 2 ft Surrounded by lush jungle and unique rock formations, this waterfall offers fun and safe jumps for all ages. 3. Poza Azul Waterfall – Snack Time Tarzan swing: 9 ft • Cliff jump: 6 ft A peaceful hidden spot perfect for swimming and swinging into refreshing water. We’ll enjoy a fresh local fruit snack afterward. 4. Cascada Verde Cliff jumps: 9 ft, 2 ft • Natural water slide: 12 ft A beautiful area featuring swimming holes, cliff jumps, and a natural water slide. 5. Traditional Costa Rican Lunch

Explore one of the most diverse places in the world, during a walk with a naturalist guide for 2 hours to find animals very camouflaged in wildlife in their natural habitat in which the guide will use a telescope to take incredible photos and videos of the animals. animals that are found during the tour, it is a fun and educational walk that allows us to provide you with interesting data about the flora and fauna of the park. At the end you will have the rest of the day to stay on Manuel Antonio beach, listed as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world due to its crystal clear waters, white sand and no dangerous waves to share with your family.

Discover a world of feathered wonders in Costa Rica’s Ballena National Marine Park. Home to an impressive 261 bird species, including several regional endemics, this coastal paradise is a birdwatcher’s dream.

Step into the Monteverde Cloud Forest and enjoy a 3-in-1 experience on a charming family estate. For 1 hour and 45 minutes, explore the coffee, sugar cane and cocoa plantations, while learning about Costa Rican traditions. Visit the coffee plantation to discover its brewing process, then dive into the cocoa greenhouse to learn about chocolate. It ends with a demonstration of sugarcane juice extraction and a tasting of freshly brewed coffee accompanied by picadillo de arracache, a delicious local dish. - Discover the process of making Costa Rican coffee - Learn about preparing chocolate in a cocoa greenhouse - Participate in a demonstration of sugar cane juice extraction - Enjoy a coffee tasting and a local dish in a natural setting

Step into the Monteverde cloud forest and discover the beauty of the canopy through the SkyWalk. This 3km tour takes you along impressive suspension bridges, including the new Glass Bridge, where you can see directly the forest beneath your feet. Lasting about 1.5 hours, the varied path combines nature trails with spectacular views from heights up to 50 meters. Each step reveals the natural richness of the environment, making this experience an unforgettable adventure in the heights of the forest.

Discover a unique side of Monteverde, Costa Rica, with an authentic horseback riding adventure on a local family farm. Ride well-trained Criollo horses along scenic mountain trails, open fields, and beautiful private reserve landscapes while enjoying the fresh mountain air and stunning views. What makes this experience special is that the adventure continues after the ride! Discover the traditional Costa Rican process of sugar cane production and candy making, connecting with the rural culture and traditions that have shaped local life for generations. With a knowledgeable local guide, a welcoming family-farm atmosphere, and an experience that combines outdoor adventure with cultural discovery, this tour offers much more than an ordinary horseback ride. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced rider, enjoy a memorable opportunity to explore Monteverde's natural beauty and experience an authentic part of Costa Rica's heritage.

Time: 6 hours Pick-up times: 6 hours tour: Convenience time before 12:00 PM Enjoy all our signature activities in one day: Your Day, Your Way Immerse yourself in a day of ocean adventures tailored to your preferences. We will begin by fishing around the Gulf, while we will try to spot whales and dolphins. We will then head to a beautiful beach with crystal-clear waters; where you can enjoy activities like snorkeling, waterskiing, and wakeboarding. We will also have the opportunity to visit the tidal caves during low tide and explore the mangrove during high tide. All our boats have comfortable benches and tables. You can choose the pace of the activities!

As dusk settles over Monteverde, the daytime animals bed down and an entirely different, nocturnal world wakes up. On this private night walk through the Monteverde Wildlife Refuge, your certified naturalist guide uses high-powered flashlights and a night-range spotting scope to track down sloths, kinkajous, tree frogs, tarantulas, walking sticks and sleeping birds along quiet forest trails. Reserve admission is included, so there's nothing extra to arrange. Please note: Transport isn't included but can be arranged on request — just ask before your tour. The trail depends on what the reserve has open that day and can't be guaranteed, as reserve changes are beyond our control.

Experience Costa Rica’s Central Pacific from the rainforest floor, among the treetops, and along the wildlife-rich Tárcoles River—all in one five-hour shore excursion. Follow a naturalist guide through the tropical forest and across three hanging bridges, then board a boat to search the riverbanks and mangroves for American crocodiles, scarlet macaws, monkeys, iguanas, and tropical birds. Finish at the Crocs Skywalk for one final elevated perspective over the river. Together, the rainforest walk and river cruise offer a closer look at two remarkable ecosystems—and several distinct perspectives on Costa Rica’s biodiversity—in a single port day.

The tour starts at our office, where we will welcome you with coffee and cookies before leaving for the boarding point near the Whale Marine National Park, following our vehicle in your own car. From there we will sail approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes to the impressive Punta Rio Claro Biological Reserve in the Drake area. We will begin a hike between forest and coastal trails, exploring unspoilt beaches of unparalleled beauty as we look at the incredible biodiversity of the Osa Peninsula: sloth bears, white-faced monkeys, howlers and spiders, red limpets, pizotes and a variety of birds and insects. At the end, we will enjoy a delicious lunch at the spectacular Playa San Josecito, where you will have free time to relax and swim in the warm waters of the Pacific. After this time of rest and enjoyment we will embark back to the starting point, thus ending a spectacular day on the Osa Peninsula.

Explore Nauyaca Waterfalls with Chasing Adventures Costa Rica, a locally owned company founded by brothers Jonathan and Ronny Mora, with over 22 years of adventure tourism experience. Depart Manuel Antonio at 8:00 a.m. for a scenic one-hour drive, followed by a 45-minute guided hike through lush tropical forest. Discover spectacular waterfalls cascading over rocky cliffs into natural pools. Enjoy two hours to admire the scenery, take photos, relax, and swim when conditions allow. Refuel with a snack before the 45-minute return hike. Continue to the coast for a 45-minute beach stop to stroll along the shore and enjoy the Pacific breeze. Finish with a traditional Costa Rican lunch before the approximately 30-minute drive back to Manuel Antonio. Your experienced local guides combine personal attention, a commitment to safety, and a passion for nature to create a memorable day of adventure and authentic Costa Rican hospitality.

Experience Costa Rica’s natural beauty on a full-day waterfall and beach adventure with Chasing Adventures Costa Rica, a locally owned company founded by two brothers with over 22 years of guiding experience. Explore Portalón Waterfall, Pozo Azul, and Cascada Verde in Uvita. Swim in refreshing natural pools, discover lush tropical surroundings, and enjoy natural waterslides, with activities adapted to the day’s conditions and your comfort level. Visit Playa Hermosa in Uvita to enjoy the Pacific scenery and savor a traditional Costa Rican lunch along the way. Transportation, snacks, and experienced local guides are included. Your personal attention, local knowledge, and commitment to safety make this more than a sightseeing tour: it’s a chance to connect with Costa Rica through adventure, nature, and genuine local hospitality.

Begin your adventure with a scenic drive from La Fortuna to a beautiful site surrounded by lush pastures and a rainforest river. The excitement starts with canyoning. Continue with a series of thrilling jumps into crystal-clear pools of varying depths, including leaps of 4.5, 1, and 7 meters. Climb a staircase, hike briefly, and complete another 17-meter rappel before finishing with an exhilarating 10-meter jump into a deep pool. After the adventure, return to Pure Trek to enjoy a delicious traditional Costa Rican lunch. In the afternoon, continue your journey with a Coffee and Chocolate Tour just minutes away. Discover the full process behind two of Costa Rica’s most iconic products, from harvesting to production. Learn how cacao and coffee are cultivated, selected, and processed, and even participate in collecting ripe fruits. Explore the traditional techniques used to transform these crops into delicious products, while gaining insight into their cultural and historical

Discover the secrets of longevity on the Nicoya Peninsula during this enriching farm tour. Dive into the local culture as you work alongside a Costa Rican family, gaining insights into their non-stress lifestyle and traditions that contribute to their remarkable longevity. Experience hands-on farming activities, from milking cows to harvesting fresh eggs, and savor authentic Costa Rican meals made from fresh ingredients. This tour not only highlights the region’s agricultural practices but also immerses you in the vibrant “Tico” way of life, all while surrounded by the stunning landscapes of La Mencha, just 45 minutes from Santa Teresa. - Engage in traditional farming practices with a local family - Taste delicious Costa Rican meals, including breakfast or lunch - Learn about the sugar extraction process at a “trapiche” - Enjoy a unique cultural immersion experience in a Blue Zone region

Discover wildlife and natural beauty on this unforgettable full-day adventure. Your day begins with convenient pickup from your hotel followed by a scenic drive through the lush countryside. Our first stop is the Monkey Mangrove Boat Tour, where you’ll cruise through peaceful mangrove waterways and spot monkeys and other local wildlife in their natural habitat. Next, we continue to the breathtaking Nauyaca Waterfalls. From the entrance, enjoy an exciting 4x4 ride through jungle trails up to the falls. Once there, you’ll have time to swim beneath the cascading waterfall, relax, and take in the incredible scenery. This tour is the perfect mix of wildlife, adventure, and nature—all in one amazing day.

Discover Curi-Cancha Reserve, one of Monteverde's top wildlife-watching spots, on a private walk led by a certified naturalist guide. Curi-Cancha's mix of primary cloud forest and pasture edge habitat makes it especially good for sightings of coatis, agoutis, hummingbirds and, with some luck, the Resplendent Quetzal. Your private guide carries a professional spotting scope so your group gets a close-up look, and shares in-depth knowledge of the reserve's flora and fauna along the way. Reserve entrance is included, so there's no separate ticket line to deal with. Please note: Transport isn't included but can be arranged on request — just ask before your tour. The trail depends on what the reserve has open that day and can't be guaranteed, as reserve changes are beyond our control.

Observe Costa Rica's bountiful wildlife from the hanging bridges of Mistico Park in Arenal. Trek along ground-level forest trails and suspended walkways in this private, family-owned nature reserve that’s home to a vast array of birdlife, monkeys, reptiles, and tropical plants. Learn about the area’s rich biodiversity from a naturalist guide as you explore different levels of the rain forest, from floor to canopy, and enjoy commanding views of Arenal Volcano. Discovering the wonderful secrets hidden in this forest means finding a wildlife sanctuary; the high density of biodiversity makes this trails a unique place for observing species spotted along the way. When going on the self-guided tour, pay special attention to the different layers of the rainforest, from the treetops, the understory and the forest floor; this way you will be able to appreciate many of the species housed by this spectacular biological corridor.