Top Costa Rica Extreme Sports - page 3

Explore picturesque Costa Rican villages, mountains, and tropical rainforest on a guided half-day ATV tour. After a convenient pickup from select hotels and tutorial, hop on your vehicle and follow your bilingual guide down rugged mountain trails. Learn about the area’s culture and unique ecosystem, stop at villages, watch for wildlife, and take a dip at a waterfall. Enjoy a traditional Costa Rica included in the tour price.

Enjoy a special day surrounded by nature, seeing dolphins, islands, birds and many more species during the journey until you reach Isla Tortuga, our destination where we will give you approximately 5 hours of beach time to relax under the shade of the beautiful palm trees and enjoy its refreshing sea.

Battle Class III rapids while looking out for sloths, howler monkeys, and more on this rafting trip down the Savegre River from Manuel Antonio. A professional river guide and safety kayaker ensure a fun and safe trip for beginners and experienced rafters alike.

This sampler adventure tour from San Jose fits the best of Costa Rica's rivers and rainforests into one action-packed day. En route, go croc-spotting at a famous overlook on the Tarcoles River. Then head to the jungle adventure park where you can choose two activities from a list of thrilling options, including ziplining, horseback riding, surfing lessons, an ATV adventure, and a mountain bike tour.

Chocolate lovers flock to this incredible tour from La Fortuna that includes the sweetest rainforest experience and unearths the hidden secretes of local chocolate production. Visit a farm where cocoa is grown, processed and produced. This hands-on experience lets travelers eat as much chocolate as they want while learning about history, culture and traditions of this popular Costa Rican sweet.

Experience the beauty of Jaco Beach from atop a horse during this small-group horseback riding tour. Led by friendly local guides, explore nature, rice plantations, unique trails, river crossings, and beach rides. Spot wildlife like monkeys and sloths while enjoying the ocean breeze. Upgrade to include activities like ziplining and ATV tours. This tour travels at a slow pace and is suitable for all skill levels

Immerse yourself in the culture, nature, and adventure of Costa Rica on this all-day experience. First, learn about coffee, sugar cane, and ceramics, then head out on a ziplining adventure or traverse the hanging bridges. Go for a horseback ride through the forest. Finally, relax in a natural hot water pool and slather yourself in volcanic mud.

Take the stress out of eating and drinking at night in a new city with this fun-filled dinner and nightlife experience. Explore markets, check out neighborhoods you might otherwise miss, and indulge in a delicious three-course gourmet dinner with wine pairings. Learn about local food and culture from your guide throughout the evening.

The countryside around Jaco Beach is ideal for an outdoor adventure and this action-packed tour includes two fun activities in one day. Soar through the treetops at the Los Suenos Adventure Park as you tackle a thrilling course of 10 zip-lines in the heart of the rainforest. Next, take the wheel of an ATV for a scenic off-road excursion along mud tracks, jungle trails, and coastal roads with spectacular ocean views.

For a taste of adventure while visiting Jaco, check out this bite-sized ATV tour to explore the surrounding landscapes. After a brief safety training, perfect your new skills on specially designed jungle trails that wind along muddy rivers. Enjoy the horsepower-fueled adrenaline rush that comes from riding ATVs combined with the peacefulness of the rainforest for a truly memorable experience.

Join this hassle-free full-day small-group tour where you visit Quepos’ impressive Nauyaca Waterfall and stop at Portalon waterfall, Playa Linda, and Dominical. Your guide and driver organize all logistics, so you don’t have to arrange transport, lunch, goggles, or snacks. Bring your bathing suit for several chances to swim in Costa Rican waters.

Experience high-flying thrills on a zipline course surrounded by rain forest during this full-day tour from Manuel Antonio or Quepos. Upon arrival at the adventure park, ride by 4-wheel drive to the base camp where your guide provides instruction and gear for the course. Expect to zipline, rappel, and discover waterfall pools during a nature walk. Snacks, and lunch are provided, along with round-trip transfers.

Max out the adrenaline (and the fun) during this full-day adventure combining a white-water rafting trip and zipline excursion. Zoom through the rain forest canopy during a series of heart-pounding zipline rides, some on cable spans as long as 3,200 feet (980 meters). Then battle the Class II and III rapids of the Balsa River. Lunch, snacks, and rafting gear are all included.

More than just a white-water rafting tour, this trip from La Fortuna also includes a hike on an organic farm, a look at coffee and chocolate production, and a chance to see wildlife like sloths and iguanas in their natural habitat. Between activities, navigate tumbling class II to III white-water rapids along with a guide.

Navigate Class III-IV rapids under the guidance of an expert during this white-water rafting course down the Pacuare River from San Jose. Paddle your way through one of Costa Rica's most picturesque river gorges, looking out for native wildlife between rapid runs, on an exciting day trip ideal for thrill seekers. Hotel pickup and drop-off, equipment, and lunch are all included, so you can focus on the thrills.

Experience the classic Costa Rican thrill of ziplining, riding through nature on horseback, and swimming in a refreshing natural pool. Ride a tractor up a mountain and then soar back down on a high-speed zipline course. Back on solid ground, mount a well-trained horse for a scenic ride through the rainforest, then take a short hike to a waterfall and natural swimming hole, where you can cool off.

Discover the beaches and coastline around El Jobo on this thrilling ATV tour. Hop aboard your own ATV and follow your guide along scenic back lanes and coastal roads, looking out for wildlife such as howler monkeys along the way. Visit at least three different beaches—Playa Manzanillo, Playa Rajada, and Playa Copal—where you’ll have time to stroll along the sands, take photos, and soak up the scenery.

Travel along the Peñas Blancas River on this relaxed rafting tour. Along the way, spot a variety of flora and fauna such as sloths and monkeys in the surrounding forest that's located in the northern region of Costa Rica. Plus, visit a local farm where you’ll be able to learn about farming practices and enjoy a snack.

Two popular Costa Rica adventures come together into one adventure-packed day with this white-water rafting and canyoning tour from La Fortuna. During the canyoning portion, rock climb, rappel down a waterfall, and zipline—all under the watchful eye of your guide. Then, head down to the Balsa River for a 2-hour white-water rafting tour with class II to III rapids. When to action ends, wind down with a typical Costa Rican lunch.

Appease your appetite for adventure during an exhilarating 3-hour rafting session on the Sarapiqui River from Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui . With an experienced guide, conquer the Class II and III rapids on the river’s most intense section and feel your adrenaline levels surge. During calmer periods, marvel at the abundance of exotic wildlife on the banks of the Sarapiqui River and listen to fascinating commentary from your guide.

Get off the beaten path and explore down back roads that aren’t accessible any other way, on this ATV tour of Tamarindo. Adult travelers can drive themselves while families with kids can pair up on double ATVs or buggies. Enjoy the views as you drive through forests and rivers to secluded beaches and impressive viewpoints. This is an exciting way to explore the countryside around Tamarindo.

Learn the basics of scuba diving under the watchful eye of your guide on this introductory course departing from Tamarindo. Enjoy two dives at different sites with a break in between, using the scuba equipment that's provided for you so you don't have to worry about a thing. Hotel pickup is available from select Tamarindo locations for even more convenience.

Learn how to navigate Tamarindo’s waves during this roughly 1.5 hour surf lesson. Choose the group size that works for your budget, with private, small-group, and larger group options. Practice paddling, popping up, and riding with guidance from your instructor. More experienced surfers can also practice their technique by surfing alongside an instructor.

Hiking in the Costa Rican rainforest can be a dangerous if you don’t know what you’re doing. Book this La Fortuna Sloths, Coffee, and Chocolate Experience and go with a guide who will keep you safe and well informed. Set out through the rainforest to spot sloth and other wildlife before stopping at a chocolate and coffee farm for tastings.