All Central Valley Tours & Excursions in 2026

Skip the taxis and rideshares and get to San Jose International Airport relaxed and worry-free—via private driver. Picked up right at your door, you’ll be assisted with your luggage and shown to your exclusive ride. With this transfer service, you’ll get to sit back and relax during your last few moments in the San Jose area, arriving in style and perfectly on schedule.

We take great pride in introducing you to our exquisite Wine Cellar, where we offer a truly unique wine tasting experience featuring 5 exclusive wines, each meticulously selected to showcase distinct regions from around the world. Embark on a captivating journey alongside our sommelier through diverse wine-producing territories. To complement this sensory adventure, indulge in a curated selection of cheeses, charcuterie, roasted vegetables, and an assortment of freshly baked homemade bread.

This luxury transportation service turns an otherwise stressful transit day into a relaxing tour, offering stops of your choice on the way from the airport or your San Jose hotel to La Fortuna and Arenal. Avoid dealing with a taxi or public transportation by booking this private service in advanced, plus get the added perks of stopping at souvenir shops, a restaurant, and scenic photo spots along the way.

Simplify your travel around Costa Rica with a private transfer from San Jose’s Juan Santamaria Airport or your hotel to the La Fortuna and Arenal Volcano area. Avoid the hassle and stress of self-driving on unfamiliar roads or taking slow public transport. The comfortable vehicles seat up to six passengers and are timed according to your schedule.

Private transfers in Costa Rica will stop whenever you want to grab a bite to eat, use the bathroom, or simply take a photo of the landscape, a tree or wildlife along your journey.

Enjoy our most challenging adventure in section III and IV where you can find up to 30 continuous rapids and beautiful natural pools where you can swim and eat Costa Rican fruits, all while enjoying the beautiful views of the Poas Volcano and the nature it offers. Pura Vida rafting offers the best rafting and kayaking tours on the Sarapiqui River. Choose from the different sections we have for you; from class I-II to III-IV, if you are not sure write us and we will make sure to give you the best experience and fun. Our professional and certified staff will give you a personal experience while descending one of the best rivers in Costa Rica, where they will also show you the flora and fauna characteristic of the area.

Enjoy panoramic views of the Chachagua Forest Reserve and the guide will be able to take photographs of different animals, including birds and sloths. The tour also includes a short walk to visit a 60-meter-high ceiba tree. Our guides have extensive knowledge of the flora and fauna and will provide explanations about nature during the horseback tour. You will have the opportunity to enjoy a typical Costa Rican lunch, which is a part of a cooking class. You can also roast your coffee and make tortillas at the end of the tour. The tour covers a total of 5 kilometers around our rainforest reserve and is highly recommended for families and nature lovers. Guests can collect ingredients during the horseback ride to cook their lunch at the typical Don Lelo ranch

Enjoy a typical Costa Rican lunch in a lovely home that’s over 100 years old with a huge garden to relax in. This small group experience will last about 1.5 hours, and you’ll have several wonderful things to try. Look forward to Carribean-style dishes, salads and fresh fruit, Turrialba cheese with banana in honey, Aquiares coffee, and more. Dietary restrictions can be accompanied for.

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.

Don’t worry about figuring out which bus to catch to Juan Santamaria International Airport—save yourself the stress and secure a private transfer instead. You can select the La Fortuna pickup point to suit your preferences and then enjoy a stress-free ride, directly to the airport, without any stops or passenger pickups to factor in.

Do you want to visit the happiest country in the world? You have come to the right place. We offer a daily transportation service from the Juan Santamaría International Airport in San José. If you want to explore the wonderful beaches of Costa Rica, travel to visit friends and family or for your business trips, we are your best, reliable and convenient option. We offer security and punctuality to our passengers, experience and connections throughout Costa Rica. Our driver will wait for you in the arrival hall. We are here to help you before, during and after your trip, with quality service and a fair price! In addition, we offer a round trip service, and if you need a transfer back to the airport, select our product. We are available 24/7 at the Juan Santamaría Airport. We constantly review our service to make sure you enjoy your trip in any destination you choose.

A perfect blend of culture and coffee Dive into Costa Rica’s rich history, from pre-Columbian times to the abolition of the army, as you walk through iconic landmarks. Then, uncover why coffee is such a cornerstone of Costa Rican identity. Finish by experiencing the true essence of coffee with a tasting that highlights its importance and unparalleled flavor. This is more than a tour—it’s a journey through the heart of Costa Rica.

Simplify your travel between Liberia and Monteverde with a small-group shared transfer service. Avoid the hassle of navigating public transportation in a new place. Your shuttle will pick you up from the airport, your hotel, or other accommodation in Liberia and take you wherever you need to go in the Monteverde/Santa Elena area.

Embark on a culinary journey in one of Costa Rica's small towns called La Fortuna, near the Arenal Volcano. Join immersive cooking classes led by local chefs to learn traditional dishes like Casado and aromatic rice and beans. Against the stunning backdrop of the volcano, discover the secrets of Costa Rican cuisine, using fresh ingredients and time-honored techniques. Whether a foodie or traveler, this experience promises to ignite your taste buds and deepen your appreciation for the country's flavors.

Avoid expensive taxis or taking slow public buses with this one-way transfer from San Jose to Manuel Antonio or Jaco Beach. With this private service, your driver picks you up from your accommodations in San Jose or Juan Santamaría International Airport, and drives directly to Manuel Antonio or Jaco Beach. Make the roughly 1.5–2.5-hour journey in the comfort of a private vehicle with room for up to 4 passengers.

Avoid expensive taxis or taking slow public buses with this 2-way transfer between the San Jose Airport and the Herradura and Jaco Beach area. With this private service, your driver picks you up at the airport, also known as Juan Santamaría International Airport, and drives directly to your accommodations in Herradura and Jaco Beach, or vice versa. Make the roughly 1.5-hour journey in the comfort of a private vehicle with Wi-Fi and room for up to 5 passengers.

For experienced and keen rafters, this guided, full-day, white-water rafting adventure that traverses 12 class IV technical rapids presents an exciting challenge. Get your adrenaline pumping as you tackle 6.5-miles (11-kilometers) of the Sarapiquí River with your fellow rafters and certified guide.

This fantastic ATV guided experience begins driving inside hidden trails submerged in the rainforest. 3 hours Along the way, you will find unique views of the Arenal Volcano, explore the forest and swim on the Arenal River. The tour guides will give you a briefing and explanation about the history of the Arenal Volcano, nature, and culture of the northern region of Costa Rica. During the tour, you will find backroads, trails in the middle of the farms, and fun moments in the 4-wheelers, Double for two person in one ATV. You will visit the lookout point up in the hills of Monterrey, a local town with amazing views of the volcano and Fortuna valley. After visiting the lookout points, you will enjoy and explore the Maleku´s Villa; an indigenous culture in the private village, in the middle of the jungle, including a demonstration of their culture and interaction with them.

Enjoy a smooth arrival in Costa Rica with a private transfer from Juan Santamaria International Airport to your hotel in San Jose. Avoid lining up for taxis or self-driving after a tiring flight. Relax in a private, air-conditioned vehicle as your English-speaking driver transfers you to your accommodation and offers helpful tips for your stay.

Private Transport from La Fortuna de Arenal to Tamarindo. Our private transport service offers a safe, convenient, and flexible way to travel anywhere within Costa Rica. Private transport can be scheduled anytime you wish and from any airport, hotel, private home or identifiable landmark in Costa Rica. All the vehicles used for private transportation are air conditioned, well-maintained minibuses (passenger vans) driven by reliable and punctual Costa Rican bilingual professionals, who are eager to help your group move safely around the country.

We offer a private transportation service for you and your group. We are your best option: reliable and convenient. We guarantee safety and punctuality for our passengers. We have extensive experience and connections throughout Costa Rica. Our drivers will wait for you in the arrivals hall with a sign bearing your name. We are here to help you at all times, before, during and after your trip! We offer a quality, convenient, safe, flexible service with a fair price, without surprises. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The vehicles used for transportation are well maintained and equipped with air conditioning. Our drivers are bilingual, reliable and punctual professionals. During the trip, you will be able to enjoy the natural beauty of the country, and our drivers will be happy to show you everything that Costa Rica has to offer

Private Transport from La Fortuna de Arenal to Manuel Antonio. Our private transport service offers a safe, convenient, and flexible way to travel anywhere within Costa Rica. Private transport can be scheduled anytime you wish and from any airport, hotel, private home or identifiable landmark in Costa Rica. All the vehicles used for private transportation are air conditioned, well-maintained minibuses (passenger vans) driven by reliable and punctual Costa Rican bilingual professionals, who are eager to help your group move safely around the country.

Avoid waiting for taxis or taking slow public buses with this one-way ground transfer from La Fortuna de Arenal to the town of Manuel Antonio, near Manuel Antonio National Park. With this private service, you also have one hour of free time to stop for photographs, take bathroom breaks, or enjoy a meal. Make the roughly 6-hour journey (with free time) in a passenger van with onboard Wi-Fi.

Explore the Rio Frio in the Cano Negro Wetland by canoe, on this 8 hour guided tour. You'll see some of the amazing creatures living here, including monkeys, iguanas, sloths, alligators, and more. Beginners are welcome here and will receive rowing information from the guides, who can speak English or Spanish. At the end you'll enjoy a well-earned traditional lunch.