Top Central Valley Private Sightseeing Tours - page 3

Just 90 minutes from San Jose lies a world of fiery, steaming, white-hot adventure, and with this private tour, you’ll walk into it yourself. Picked up from your hotel, you’ll make the drive to Poas Volcano National Park, where you’ll literally step into the volcanic crater. After getting your fill of this lava land, you’ll cool down with stops at a bucolic farm, coffee plantation, or other Alajuela attractions.

We will have a great time immerse in the rainforest, volcano and one of the most beautiful waterfalls we have in the country. We will be able to spot wildlife in the middle of the forest such as monkeys, sloths, frogs, snakes and more. The view from the hanging bridges is breathtaking. We will learn about Arenal volcano geology and history by the time we are hiking the lava flows from 1968. We will have a delicious and local lunch at my family restaurant with one of the most breathtaking views of the valley and volcano. We will finish at la fortuna waterfall where we will have to swim and take pictures of this iconic place in la fortuna.

La Fortuna is known for its wildlife and lush landscapes—but many creatures only come out at night, meaning it can be tough to catch sight of them during daytime tours. Maximize your insect and animal sightings during this private, naturalist-guided night walk along the forested trails of Mirador El Silencio, one of the region’s most biodiverse reserves.

Private and exclusive tour, an off of the beaten path activity, the exploration of Hacienda Ébano, a Costa Rican Natural Reserve and Ranch. The customer will experience a 1km / 0.6 mile short hike or a 2.5km / 1.6 miles medium hike through the rainforest, 2 gorgeous waterfalls with natural pools, also stunning mountains and ocean views. In the trip, the client will have the opportunity to see wildlife, such as birds, frogs, and monkeys, also many types of plants, flowers, and trees. The transportation is in a comfortable and safe 4x4 Safari style Truck - the best tool to travel the 10km / 6.2 miles through the big mountains. The perfect end is to refresh us and swim in the Jade Waterfall, also enjoy next to the river, a Costa Rican authentic lunch wrapped in banana leaf. All in a small group, with the company of local experienced guides committed with client service. Please remember to bring: • Hiking shoes, tennis or water-shoes (do not use flip flops) • Swimsuit • Insect Repellent

Experience the Central Valley of Costa Rica on your own terms with this private, half-day tour. You'll have a driver/guide at your disposal, who will be ready to show you popular sights such as the Hacienda Alsacia Starbucks Coffee Farm or the artisanal village of Sarchi. you'll have plenty of flexibility to customize your tour and your guide will have plenty of off-the-beaten-track suggestions.

Leave the crowded streets of San Jose behind and discover the serenity of Manuel Antonio National Park with this day-trip for up to 4 passengers. This beachside protected jungle is home to a variety of monkeys, coatis, boa constrictors, and other diverse wildlife. You can choose which activities to partake in like hiking through the park’s trails or seeing it from above on a zipline tour. End your adventure gazing at the sunset from The Marina in Quepos.

Embark on a journey through the heart of San Jose, where you'll explore the city's most significant historical and cultural sites. Begin at the stunning Teatro Nacional Costa Rica, home to the Costa Rican Symphony Orchestra, and indulge in its European-style coffee shop. Continue to Parque Espana, once a parking lot for oxen carts, now a serene park with views of the historic Barrio Amón. Visit Parque Nacional Park, where you'll learn about Central America's united stand against North American slave traders, commemorated by the impressive National Monument. Finally, marvel at the Metropolitan Church, San Jose's main cathedral, filled with exquisite art and history, including a statue of Pope John Paul II, who held a mass for peace here in 1983.

Explore the Arenal Volcano area on this guided all-day private tour from San Jose. Take a nature walk through the biological reserve of Mistico Park on a system of hanging bridges and catch views of the volcano, which looms over the green hillside. Also take some time for yourself at Baldi Hot Springs in La Fortuna, where you’ll have free time to relax in the resort’s multiple thermal pools.

Head out from San Jose to explore two quintessential Costa Rican icons: volcanoes and the Sarchi ox carts. On this private tour, you’ll start at the active Poas Volcano, gazing from the edge into the water-filled crater below. Then you’ll head to Sarchi, the most famous craft center in the country, to learn all about the famous painted ox carts, the town’s internationally recognized woodworking scene, and more.

Come to enjoy the beauty and majesty of Rio Celeste Waterfall while you explore the rain forest with your naturalist guide! You can observe Sloths in a way You never imagined You could, as well as night frogs and colorful birds! Learn about the Costa Rican culture and its cuisine. The included Pick Up area is Playa Hermosa but we can pick You up at any hotel in Guanacaste with a minimum of 4 participants for the tour or You could do a Self-Drive and start the tour at the meeting point in Bijagua.

Enjoy with us some of the best Costa Rica destinations, tours and experiences with this unique vacation package specially designed for nature lovers and adventurous people looking for an unforgettable experience in Costa Rica! This vacation package includes 6 days and 5 nights in high quality hotels, exclusive tours, meals listed in itinerary, professional naturalist tour guides, all entrance fees, deluxe transportation service and visits to the beautiful following Costa Rican destinations: San Jose, Irazu Volcano, Cartago City, Fortuna Town and Arenal Volcano

Trade the hustle and bustle of San Jose for a private day on Jaco Beach. Enjoy hotel pickup and a 90-minute drive to the coast, where sun and sand reign supreme. Lunch, afternoon coffee, all-day beach pass, and a private guide come standard, with options to explore the city, shop for souvenirs, or relax by the pool.

Embark on an unforgettable private Costa Rican adventure with me ! Begin with a two-hour hike at Mistico Hanging Bridges, where you’ll walk through the treetop canopies of the lush rainforest. Spot incredible wildlife such as monkeys, toucans, sloths, and vibrant tropical birds. Afterward, continue to the Arenal Volcano 1968 Lava Flow Trails for breathtaking views of the volcano and Arenal Lake. Learn about the area’s rich history, volcanic activity, and unique ecosystems as you explore. Following a delicious Costa Rican lunch, visit the majestic Rio Fortuna Waterfall. Take a downhill hike to reach the base of this 60-meter cascade, where you can relax and feel the cool mist of the falls. Finally, end your adventure with an optional visit to the free hot springs, the perfect way to unwind and soothe your muscles after a full day of exploration

Get off the beaten path in the Monteverde Cloud Forest without the risk of getting lost with a private guide. Nature lovers who want to explore deeper into the park will love the chance to travel by four-wheel-drive into parts of the forest that travelers on a quick visit usually miss. This is a customizable private tour so you have the freedom to choose your itinerary.

This tour of Arenal Volcano, the hanging bridges, La Fortuna Waterfall and the hot springs, all in about 5-7 hours. Your guide will take you to Mirador El Silencio to see the volcano, the hanging suspension bridges, and finally la Fortuna Waterfall for a walk and a swim. You’ll get to see the beautiful Costa Rican countryside and a Costa Rican lunch.

With this private half-day tour, exploring active volcanoes couldn’t be easier. Picked up right from your hotel, you’ll make the scenic 1-hour ride to Irazu Volcano National Park and its namesake volcano—the highest in the country. You’ll explore this fiery wonderland with a guide (greenish-yellow crater lake and all), witness the old town of Cartago, and so much more.

Explore Tortuguero National Park in depth during a 3-day tour from San Jose that includes accommodation and transportation to this remote wilderness destination on Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast. Travel by car and boat with a guide who shows you through the canals and rivers of Toruguero, and where you might spot Atlantic green turtles, monkeys, and other wildlife. This all-inclusive tour takes care of the logisitcs so you can have fun.

This full-day coffee farm tour provides an authentic day-in-the-life experience you won’t find on many of the other coffee farm tours. While tours often only demonstrate a small fraction of the process, at Aquiares, coffee lovers can see what it takes to bring coffee from the seed to the cup. Plus, you can experience the welcoming community, rich foods, and stunning scenery of a farm in the Costa Rican rainforest.

Your breath-taking, adventure begins with a pickup from your hotel and a relaxing private drive through the wonderful Costa Rican countryside. After a 90 minute drive from San Jose, you will arrive to Tarcoles River. The Tarcoles River is home to one of the world’s largest crocodile populations in the wild and they are very easy to admire during our 90 minutes boat tour. Get up close with American crocodiles of all sizes and observe an abundance of beautiful exotic birds! Enjoy spectacular rainforest scenery and cruise through dense mangrove forest canals. Spot jungle wildlife such as iguanas, lizards, and monkeys. After the tour, enjoy a delicious typical lunch and explore the souvenir store. Continuing our tour, a short drive to Carara National Park will allow us to get deep inside the rainforest in this unique ecosystem, where many beautiful wildlife species are common to see such as the Scarlet macaw, monkeys, snakes, armadillos and more.

Book our fantastic and exciting tubing tour at Blue River in Río Celeste zone! Perfect for all persons, but very safety and comfortable for the kids! These 5km down at the blue river gonna be unforgettable! Don't forget make a reservation and enjoy the adventure! The tour have a brake at one of the most beautiful natural pool of we have at the zone, at these natural pool you can swim, and if you want jump in a Tarzan swing! And if you like, you can ask to the guide for the volcanic clay, that's are included in the tour!

The tour to Arenal Volcano includes a stop in Sarchí, renowned for its artisan tradition and for displaying the largest ox cart in the world. The journey runs through plantations of agricultural products until you reach La Fortuna, where you will enjoy lunch overlooking the volcano. The Arenal, although not directly visited, is noted for its spectacular beauty and its 1968 eruption that made it famous after years of inactivity. Then you will relax in one of the best hot springs in the area, where you will enjoy the purifying and rejuvenating effects of the hot springs and at sunset back to San Jose.

Go off the beaten path on this all-day 4x4 adventure from San Jose. This excursion, designed for up to 4 passengers, can be customized to your preferences, including traveling to Guanacaste to visit the beaches or heading to Ballena Park to spot whales and dolphins and to snorkel. The drivers can suggest places to see and where to eat.

Enjoy a unique experience sailing on the stunning Arenal Lake, surrounded by nature and with spectacular views of Arenal Volcano. During the boat tour, you can relax while taking in the scenery, observe birds and enjoy a quiet environment ideal for couples, families and groups. This tour is perfect for those looking for a relaxing activity in contact with nature, with departures available in the morning and afternoon.

The Rain Forest Aerial Tram is an unique rain forest experience where you can admire the jungle from the same perspective of the birds. With the narration of your guide, learn all about the ecosystem and wildlife species present at this pristine forest. The cable car, built in the 90s by a biologist and researcher of the flora and fauna of the treetops, allows a 1-mile journey over the tropical rain forest. The beauty of nature is impressive and with the narration of the local naturalist guides, it becomes a true educational experience. The park is located at less than one hour from San Jose and besides the tram, you can enjoy diverse ecological experiences such a butterfly garden, nature walks, souvenir store and a restaurant. Our tour is operated in a 100% private basis, with high quality transportation services and a professional naturalist tour guide that will pick you up directly from your hotel.