Top Costa Rica Hiking Tours

If you are a fan of birds, you are in the right place to take a tour, in Costa Rica we have a wide diversity of birds with an approximate of 924 birds in the national territory, due to the different micro-habitats and diversity in flora, it favors us to have the opportunity to see different species

Immerse yourself in Costa Rica’s rich culture through the Coffee & Chocolate Tour. Guided by local experts, you’ll explore a working farm and follow the fascinating journey of coffee beans—from seed to cup—and cacao—from fruit to chocolate bar. Participate in roasting, grinding, and preparation, while learning about their role in Costa Rican history and daily life. The tour concludes with unforgettable tastings of freshly brewed coffee and handcrafted chocolate in different forms. An educational, interactive, and delicious experience suitable for all ages.

Active travelers will love the chance to hike in the Tenorio Volcano National Park without the risk of taking a wrong turn. With a guide and a small group, you’ll follow a path alongside the Rio Celeste, stopping at the Rio Celeste Waterfall, the Blue Lagoon, and a lookout point for great views. End with a well-earned lunch to replenish your energy.

See the best of Costa Rica in a single day on this 4-in-1 tour that's perfect for outdoor adventurers. Cross the famous hanging bridges, where you'll experience the beauty of walking high above the jungle floor. Take in the incredible wonder of La Fortuna Waterfall and hike to the top of a nearby volcano where you'll capture incredible views of Costa Rican countryside. This tour includes a stop at Eco Termales Hot Springs and a traditional meal of regional cuisine prepared in the home of a warm and welcoming local. It's the perfect way to experience the beauty, excitement and adventure of Costa Rica in a single day.

Hike along the Río Celeste in Tenorio Volcano National Park to view wildlife and the stunning milky blue waters of the river and waterfall. Your naturalist guide leads a nature walk through the rain forest on a tour that includes lunch and park entrance fees. The walk is suitable for people with a moderate level of fitness, simply bring good walking shoes, rain and bug protection, and your camera.

This four hour afternoon tour is through two beautiful places in the Caribbean, Gandoca Manzanillo Refuge and the ARA Project. The ARA project is a local Manzanillo endeavor dedicated to the protection, reproduction and reinsertion of the Great Green Macaw in the Caribbean Coast. Manzanilla is home to elusive wildlife which your guide will point out to you. You’ll get to explore both this afternoon!

• Private and personalized tour: Enjoy an exclusive experience with comfortable transportation and personalized attention throughout the tour. • Two countries in one day: Experience the unique opportunity to visit Nicaragua starting from Costa Rica, exploring culture, history and volcanic landscapes in one day. • Visit Masaya Volcano : One of the few active volcanoes in the world where you can observe the crater and appreciate stunning volcanic landscapes. • Masaya Craft Market : Discover one of the most famous craft markets in Central America, full of colors, culture and traditional handmade products. • Colonial city of Granada: Tour one of the oldest cities in America, with its colonial architecture, colorful streets and beautiful views of Lake Nicaragua. • Authentic cultural experience : Learn about the history, traditions and local lifestyle of Nicaragua on a tour full of unique culture and landscapes.

Costa Rica’s biodiversity is unlike any other country in the world and one of the best ways to see the diverse fauna and flora is with a visit to Monteverde. Join an eco-tourism guide for a birdwatching experience in the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve. More than 500 species fly through these trees, offering you endless opportunities to photograph and chart the many different birds you see. Please note transportation to the reserve is not included.

Soar over the jungle canopy on a guided tour that combines a scenic gondola ride above the treetops with an exhilarating zipline tour through the forest. Pairing a gondola ride and zipline adventure lets you take in the beauty of the jungle—it’s easy to miss the scenic details when you are zipping by—and also experience the adrenaline of flying through the trees.

Start your day by arriving directly at the Curi Cancha private reserve. After a quick and easy check-in process(bring a photo of the passport of each participant to do the check in). Be ready to explore the destination with your local guide. Follow your guide as they show you the biodiversity of the area while you also learn about the natural and cultural history of Monteverde. Explore the wonders of the reserve, boasting an incredible variety of biodiversity in the environment. The idea of the tour is to explore the diverse environments in the reserve while you learn from it Enjoy the scenarios full of beautiful views. There are big chances to spot different creatures depending on the time of the year like Resplendent Quetzal, the Three-wattled bellbird, peccarys and different monkey species. Keep in mind that if the weather conditions are difficult, or the tour guide has a last minute issue, tour can be canceled and so refunded. Contact us for more information

This tour is a perfect blend of culture! Discover the enchanting Monteverde Cloud Forest, where lush treetops and vibrant wildlife create a stunning backdrop for your adventure. Begin with a scenic walk across suspended bridges, soaking in the cool mist and fresh mountain air. After your exploration, enjoy a delicious lunch featuring traditional Costa Rican flavors. The journey continues with a Coffee, Chocolate, and Sugar Cane tour, where you’ll learn about the rich history and processes behind these local delights while indulging in the irresistible aromas and tastes of freshly roasted coffee and artisanal chocolate. Perfect for nature lovers and food enthusiasts, this tour offers a unique blend of adventure and culture. - Scenic walk across suspended bridges in Monteverde Cloud Forest - Enjoy a traditional Costa Rican lunch after your adventure - Immerse yourself in a Coffee, Chocolate, and Sugar Cane tour - Ideal for nature lovers, food enthusiasts, and adventure seekers

Active travelers will love the chance to hike through the Tenorio Volcano National Park without the risk of getting lost on this small-group tour. Hike along the beautiful Rio Celeste within the national park, ending up at the dazzlingly turquoise waterfalls. Learn the science behind the water’s color before cooling off with a swim at a natural pool in the river. Refuel after with a hearty traditional Costa Rican lunch.

Booking your tickets in advance for the Sky Tram and Sky Trek in Monteverde guarantees admission to the popular area attractions. Plan ahead for a day of riding through the cloud forest in secure gondolas and then flying through the rain forest canopy on a zipline course, all while learning about the local ecosystem from guides.

Spend the day swimming and splashing in some of Costa Rica’s most picturesque waterfalls on a day trip to Rincon de la Vieja. Don’t worry about organizing transport or pickup—you’ll be transported between each natural wonder in air-conditioned comfort, and enjoy a small group atmosphere with numbers limited to 14 people.

Discover the hidden nightlife of Costa Rica on the La Fortuna, a guided tour through a private rainforest reserve near Arenal Volcano. Led by ICT-certified naturalist guides, this adventure reveals the vibrant world of nocturnal wildlife, including red-eyed tree frogs, sloths, snakes, and kinkajous. Each walk offers unique encounters as the rainforest comes alive at dusk, providing a memorable experience for families, couples, and wildlife enthusiasts. Enjoy comfortable trails and expert guidance while observing fascinating animal behaviors in their natural habitat. Explore a private rainforest reserve with expert naturalist guides Observe a variety of nocturnal creatures, including frogs and sloths Small group sizes ensure personalized attention and uncrowded encounters Tours available at 6:00 PM, 8:00 PM, 10:00PM and 1:00AM lasting 1.5 to 2 hours

Hike though the tropical rain forest of Tenorio Volcano National Park to witness the enchanting blue waters of Rio Celeste on this full-day tour from La Fortuna. Trek with a guide along forested trails dotted with waterfalls and rich with native wildlife to reach the convergence of two mineral-rich rivers that together produce the mysterious aqua tint of the Rio Celeste. After the hike, reward your efforts and recharge with a traditional Costa Rican lunch.

Hot springs volcanic mud- bath - mineral river and pools The springs that source our hot water river are quite apparent to those who walk the trails along the river’s edge. There is a short segment where perhaps 90% of said hot water beautifully emanates before your eyes, from under giant boulders and from the river floor. This spot is particularly magical. Our pools, above the canyon floor, get their natural water from 2 artesian wells that access rare, underground rivers with water springs. So you can enjoy completely natural, thermo-mineral water at our deck-side pools.

Discover the Monteverde Cloud Forest accompanied by a certified local naturalist guide on an interpretive tour designed to reveal Costa Rica's extraordinary biodiversity. During this guided walk across the Selvatura Park Hanging Bridges, you will explore one of the world's most iconic cloud forests while learning about its flora, fauna, and the importance of its conservation. With the aid of a professional high-definition telescope, you will have a better chance of spotting tropical birds, mammals, reptiles, insects, orchids, and other wildlife. Each tour is tailored to the day's conditions to maximize sightings and provide an educational, authentic, and unforgettable experience. Important: This product covers the guided tour of the Selvatura Park Hanging Bridges. Park admission is included only when selecting the “Guided Tour + Admission” rate. If you choose “Guide Only,” admission must be purchased separately.

The Poás National Park offers a safe and controlled visit so that you can enjoy a beautiful experience. Join us on a journey to uncover the secrets of Volcán Poás and explore the wonder it brings to the Costa Rican landscape. This is a more personalized experience.

What distinguishes this experience in Slothland is its combination of nature, conservation and tradition in an authentic tourist experience. More than a tour, it is the opportunity to enter a natural sanctuary where the sloth and other species are observed in freedom, within a protected and completely natural environment. Every encounter becomes a genuine and unforgettable moment. In the middle of a lush tropical rainforest, you will discover one of Costa Rica’s most fascinating ecosystems, surrounded by biodiversity and unique landscapes. The experience is complemented by a sensory experience of coffee and chocolate, where you will meet artisan processes, actively participate and taste flavors that reflect the cultural richness of the region. Adventure, learning and real connection with nature make this activity a unique experience in Costa Rica.

El Tigre waterfalls provide you a unique chance to connect to your natural side on this wonderful hike you can make the total hike on food, or you can finish the tough part on a Jeep or a nice horseback ride with a tremendous tilaran moutain range landscaping views

This is a combination of attractions! Firstly, the Chocolate Tour starts with the cultural and biological background of cacao in the world and here in Costa Rica. It further introduces you into the collecting, fermenting, grinding and finally the making of chocolate, the drink of the gods. Secondly, we talk about coffee and its importance for Costa Rica’s economic and cultural development. We will show you how to make Café-Chorreado, the real Costarican practice of preparing coffee. Finally, we will look at one of the most important aspects of Costarican culture and tradition, the Trapiche. Here we grind sugar cane to extract the juice and make all types of local and delicious candy (Dulce, Sobado, Espumas and Miel). This is for sure the sweetest tour in the area. We are in a private jungle-preserve only 15 minutes from Manuel Antonio. The presence of wild animals like sloths, monkeys, birds and frogs is common. Be ready for anything.

Go birding in Uvita’s rainforests with your guide, who will show you how to spot some of the most beautiful birds in this area that is famous for multiple species of birds. Previous guests have spotted 30-60 species in the approximately 3-hour duration of this tour, beginning at 6am. You may also see sloths and monkeys, but there are no guarantees in mother nature.

This experience combines moderate hiking, wildlife watching and rainforest exploration within one of Costa Rica’s most renowned trails. What really makes the difference is the accompaniment of a local naturalist guide, specializing in locating fauna that normally goes unnoticed by most visitors. During the tour, travelers can observe sloths, toucans, monkeys, frogs and many other species using ground-based telescopes and professional observation techniques. The pace of the hike is relaxed and adapted to the group, allowing you to enjoy both the suspension bridges and landscapes and the small details of the tropical ecosystem. The experience offers an excellent balance between nature, photography, environmental education and panoramic views near Arenal Volcano.