Top Costa Rica Bus Tours

This tour starts at 8.30 am with a walk through the Arenal Volcano rainforest which includes a visit to the old lava viewpoint (1968). Afterwards we will go to La Fortuna Waterfall where you can swim in an inviting pool at the base of the waterfall. Our goal is to create authentic travel experiences that value the traditional culture and ways of living in our country and contribute to the sustainability of our natural and social environment. If you are traveling with children, please let us know via message so we can offer you a discount.

After picking you up or meeting you at Hacienda Baru, it’s when our experience will start. We will walk for 2 hours or so through the rainforest looking for the amazing wildlife there, sloths, monkeys, peccaries, and birds among others. Trails are flat and shady and it’s also way less crowded than Manuel Antonio Park. After the walk, we will get into our cars and drive to Nauyacas waterfall, after paying our entrance fee they’re going to take us in their 4x4 vehicle for 30 minutes drop us off for 2 hours, and pick us up at the same point they drop us off. 30 minutes driving back to our cars, afterward, if customers are hungry we will go to a restaurant where the seafood is amazing, they have all kinds of local food with local ingredients. After lunch, we go back to our hotels, after a great day and great experience we have to say good bye or see you soon because we hope this can be the first time of many more, muchas gracias and pura vida.

Embark on a captivating adventure where Costa Rica’s wildlife and world-renowned coffee come together! Begin your journey at the Toucan Rescue Ranch, home to rescued sloths, parrots, monkeys, and more, as their inspiring stories unfold before your eyes. Then, indulge in a delicious buffet lunch of fresh local ingredients before diving into the aromatic world of coffee. Learn the fascinating process from bean to cup and savor some of Costa Rica's finest blends. With your heart full of wildlife encounters and the rich taste of coffee, you'll be comfortably transported back to your San Jose hotel, making this day truly unforgettable!

Get ready for an exciting day filled with adventure and relaxation! We begin the day with some Costa Rican culture. You will learn the history of sugar cane and coffee while enjoying some delicious Costa Rican treats. You will then travel up the mountain side to the zip lines by horseback. En route you will observe the beautiful plantations where the dry forest meets the rainforest, as well as some exotic birds. You will then zip line, flying over the treetops and gliding back down the mountain to base camp where you will be sure to chalk up some adrenaline sliding down our 475 meter waterslide. It is now time to relax. You will enjoy a traditional lunch followed by unwinding in a beautiful natural spa. Here you will lather yourself with volcanic mud which has many medicinal and therapeutic properties, flush it all off under the ravishing waterfall and tranquilize in the natural hot springs.

Discover the highlights of Puerto Limón on a shore excursion combining rainforest scenery, wildlife viewing, and Afro-Caribbean culture. Travel by air-conditioned coach with a naturalist guide as you visit key attractions and learn about the region's biodiversity and heritage. Designed to fit seamlessly into cruise schedules, this comprehensive tour offers a convenient way to experience the area's natural and cultural highlights in a single outing.

Explore Costa Rica's highlights, without the pressure of organizing your own multi-day trip, on this 8-day, 7-night private tour. Starting with pickup at San Jose (SJO) airport, relax knowing your transportation, accommodation, activities, and meals are all covered. Enjoy an itinerary that includes Tortuguero National Park, Arenal Volcano National Park, Tortuga Island, and more.

Explore and experience the best of Costa Rica with this 12-Day organized tour package. Know that you will be going to the most famous and beautiful spots, and stay in high quality hotels each night. Several meals are included, but some are not so you can choose those yourself. You’ll visit San José, Tortuguero National Park, Arenal Volcano, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve and Manuel Antonio.

Get away from the city and into a world of magic, relaxation, and beauty. After pickup from your San Jose hotel, you’ll travel via private, air-conditioned vehicle across the countryside to beautiful Arenal Lake. Here you’ll enjoy a private boat tour, take in views of the volcano, and grab lunch at Baldi Hot Springs. Then it’s time for a soak in Arenal’s thermal pools—and soaking in Mother Nature’s luxury.

This tour is a perfect combination between nature and relaxation. It is a perfect tour for those who wish to enjoy the arenal volcano area and the famous hot springs. It is a completely private tour, with professional tour guides that will make you enjoy a wonderful day in places with a lot of magic and beauty. Your breath-taking adventure begins with a pickup from your hotel and a relaxing private drive through the wonderful Costa Rican countryside in an air-conditioned transportation and recent model deluxe vehicle or mini bus. Your guide will point out many sights of interest including coffee plantations, sugar cane, pineapple and citrus plantations, diverse fruit stands and rural farming communities. You will head to Fortuna Town, about 2.5 hours drive from San Jose. Upon arrival to the beautiful Sky Adventures property, you will board the tram and start the adventure. After it, enjoy the beautiful Baldi Hot Springs and have a relaxing afternoon.

This tour is the perfect combination between nature and relaxation. The tour starts from your hotel in San Jose, with private and exclusive transportation for you and your family. Upon arrival at the Arenal Volcano area, you will visit the Danaus Eco Center, which is a site that offers ecological and educational experiences. Once in here explore the trails with a naturalist tour guide and have a close contact with many wildlife species including sloths. Later, you will relax in one of the best thermal water places in the area: Baldi Hot Springs. At Baldi Hot Springs you will find an endless dreamed stay, where the natural environment, colorful natural gardens, therapeutic waters, pure air and our care combine on a perfect state; the dream came true. The unique frame where your experience turns into the most unforgettable one. In here you will enjoy multiple thermal pools, a giant steam room, luxury pool bars, giant waterslides, relaxing areas and much more.

Experience the most exhilarating Zipo Line canopy tour in the Caribbean: the award-winning Original Canopy Tour in the Veragua Rainforest! This tour offers you the opportunity to journey into the rainforest canopy and appreciate views of La Amistad International Park and Chirripó Reserve in a unique and unforgettable fashion. This world-famous tour consists of 11 observation platforms and 11 horizontal “zip line” traverses specially designed to provide a number of views and experiences. Safety is our priority at the Original Canopy Tour, and all guests are provided with thorough instruction. After the zipline tour, continue the journey visiting Puerto Moin until arrive to the Mar Azul wharf, where the covered motor launch waits for you for a ecological cruise along Tortuguero Canals, where sloths, monkeys and other wildlife species are easy to see. Your guide explains the rain forest eco-system and points out sights of interest. At the end, explore Puerto Limon City.

This tour is one of the Top River Adventures in Costa Rica. Pacuare River is considered a world class river for the practice of whitewater rafting, even for beginners or professionals who need practice for international tournaments. It is located about 2.5 hours from San Jose. This scenic ride from San Jose is just spectacular, with beautiful views of rainforest and small villages along the way. The lodge, where you will stay overnight is enchanting. It is located right in the middle of a pristine rainforest. The rooms are rustic but have all the comfort for living a deep nature encounter. Paved trails are available to all those who want to explore the area and see the abundant wildlife species of the area such as howler monkeys, toucans, sloths and many more.

If you love chocolate, nature and observing wild animals in their natural habitat such as monkeys, sloths and colored frogs, this is the perfect tour for you. During this tour, you will be visiting a traditional cocoa plantation near Cahuita Park in Puerto Limon. In this property, managed by a local family with more than 100 years of chocolate tradition, you will be able to know its history and how it has managed to survive through time. Accompanied by expert local guides, we will visit the cocoa plantations to learn about the plant, the cultivation techniques, its fruits, harvest, and processing of the seeds until we reach the final product: Chocolate. After this chocolate tour, continue the jorney to Tortuguero Canal, a place fully of wildlife species where the sloths in their natural habitat, are easy to see.

This is not just a drive but rather, it is a deep dive into the heart of Limon. From protected turtles to the aroma of cacao and the flavor of the Caribbean, we ensure you experience the very best of our home in one sophisticated journey.

This tour is a perfect introduction to coffee industry and Costa Rican culture. During this tour you will learn about this famous drink, base of the Costa Rican economy since the last century. Tastes a cup of the best coffee in the world and discover why the Costa Rican coffee is wold class.

Coffee lovers, get your fix on a tour of the Café Britt plantation including private transfers from your San Jose hotel. Learn the history of this famous Costa Rican export, and see firsthand how coffee beans are cultivated, roasted, and transformed into fragrant elixir with a behind-the-scenes look at the farm and processing facilities. Browse products at the Britt factory store, order a freshly brewed drink from the coffee bar, and enjoy a buffet lunch from the plantation’s own restaurant.

See the active Irazu Volcano and other highlights of Costa Rica’s Cartago province at your own pace on a private tour from San Jose. Reach the summit of the peak known by locals as ‘El Colosso,’ famous for its modern eruptions and lake-filled craters. Soak up regional culture in the artsy, historic town of Orosi, and spend the afternoon relaxing in mineral-rich hot springs and dining at Hacienda Orosi.

Costa Rica’s Cartago Province is home to the lofty Irazú Volcano as well as a variety of historic settlements. See Cartago’s highlights in a single day on this private tour, which allows you to experience Irazú Volcano National Park’s panoramic viewpoints and steaming craters, visit centuries-old settlements, and admire historic Spanish-colonial churches. Your guide navigates and provides transportation, leaving you free to enjoy the scenery.

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.

This three-part tour makes for an excellent shore excursion. First, take a guided city tour as you make your way to Carara National Park, where you’ll enjoy a dune buggy ride through the rainforest and along scenic beaches. Finally, enjoy a eco-boat tour—look for aquatic birds, scarlet macaws, howler monkeys, massive crocodiles and other tropical fauna.

An ATV tour of Carara National Park lets you explore off-the-beaten-path of this Costa Rican gem. After a safety and instructional briefing, take your ATV on a guided tour along rugged jungle trails, past teak plantations, and over 14 river crossings, stopping to admire views and beaches along the way. Then, head down the Tarcoles River on a boat tour for a chance to spot crocodiles, monkeys, and more.

Combine Costa Rica’s best sensations into one with this private full-day tour. First, you’ll sink deep into the wild rainforest, where you’ll learn all about the country’s obsession with chocolate—and you’ll taste some of the best, too. After your time on land, you’ll soak in Baldi Hot Springs, heated by the Arenal volcano, taking in the views and that Costa Rica feeling. Hotel pickup is included for your convenience.

Experience the thrill of zip-lining through the Costa Rican jungle on this 5-hour tour from Limon. Get your adrenaline pumping as you tackle a course of 11 zip-lines, enjoy spectacular aerial views of the rainforest, then visit a traditional banana plantation. Port pickup and drop-off is included.

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.