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Experience the best of Costa Rican nature and culture on an easy half-day tour. Travelers short on time will love the range of experiences. Enjoy a fun tractor ride into the rainforest, followed by a short walk accompanied by a naturalist guide. Look out for animals along the way. Refresh with a swim at the La Fortuna Waterfall, and end at a Maleku village, where you’ll learn about indigenous culture.

Join the rain forest’s late night crowd on this nocturnal wildlife tour at Arenal Mundo Aventura. Use lanterns to light your way down a trail and catch sight of animals like the red-eyed tree frog, pit vipers, and mottled owls—your guide points them out along the way so you don’t miss a thing.

Immerse yourself in Palo Verde National Park and the surrounding area on this half-day guided tour. At the park, you’ll be able to spot wildlife such as white-faced, howler, and spider monkeys; 3-foot-long (1-meter-long) iguanas; crocodiles; and more from on board a boat. Following a Costa Rican lunch, view a demonstration of local hand-crafted pottery and stop in Coco Beach to shop.

Have an adventure in nature and be rewarded with lunch, local chocolate, and coffee on this private tour in Monteverde Cloud Forest. You’ll start the day with convenient pickup, then you’ll be on your way. You’ll do some hiking to check out the wildlife from suspension bridges, then try a chocolate and coffee tour and tasting. You’ll also be served a traditional Costa Rican lunch to try local flavors.

You can spot different species of birds as hummingbirds, tanagers, fly catchers, toucans, others as well some mammals as monkeys, agoutis, etcetera. Naturalist guide certified by Costa Rica Tourism Board with knowledge, love and passion to wildlife make you have a great time. Monte Alto is a nature reserve located 480 – 880 meters above sea level It belongs to the Nosara Protected Zone which serves the combined purpose of protecting nature and wildlife along with the important water resources. You can see different orquids bloom from march to April only Today the reserve covers 924 hectares of low mountain moist forest which is in transition to humid forest. Small wildcats and many other animals roam the thickets and scientists discovered yet unknown species of plants. Bird lovers might be interested to know that more than 200 species of birds are found in the reserve, great destination for nature lovers and eco-tourists who can learn about the intricacies of the jungle.

Taste how Costa Rican chefs are incorporating farm-to-table concepts on a food tour through San Jose’s vibrant Escalante neighborhood. Take a seat at restaurants and cafes hand-picked for their fresh, innovative cuisine, sampling the best of menus featuring local, seasonal, and organic ingredients. A foodie guide introduces you to chefs and owners for a more personal tasting experience.

Surrounded by rainforest, the majestic Arenal Volcano, and home to secluded bays and islands, Lake Arenal is best explored on the water. This day trip makes kayaking the lake as carefree as possible, providing hassle-free transportation, paddling instructions, and single or double kayaks. After meeting your guide in the town of Fosforo, paddling instructions, and a short safety briefing, head for the water. Spend several hours exploring the lake and finish your day with a well-deserved snack.

Book this tour to explore the lush, tropical area surrounding Arenal Volcano, while keeping costs down by sharing costs with your group. This is a full day trip that includes hotel pickup to keep things running smoothly. You’ll also have lunch provided during your hike to keep you fueled up.

This excursion is perfect for adventure people who wants to go in the most extreme rafting in an in a full day. Special for groups of friends and young people with good shape. We lasted about 7 hours doing all the activity in the Balsa River, to only 35 minutes from Fortuna. The route is through farms and hamlets until we reach the river, from there we will jump to the raft to travel 2 hour and a half along the river. During the ride we will have views of the forest and possible animals on the way. The Balsa River is located near La Fortuna. In the trip we will include you fresh fruit party and some local beer for the adults. A visit to an organic farm is also part of the trip.

Calypso Adventures has a firm and unwavering commitment to sustainability, local community support, and personalized service. As the only female-owned watersports tour operator in the region and the only provider with a female guide for water activities, we offer a unique and empowering experience. Our founder, Bethshiva Lester, brings over a decade of expertise and innovation, ensuring every tour is both safe and memorable. We tailor our diverse array of tours and activities to meet each customer’s unique needs, showcasing Costa Rica’s breathtaking flora and fauna while promoting eco-friendly practices. With top-notch customer service, personalized packages, and a dedication to natural conservation, Calypso Adventures provides an authentic and unforgettable journey into the heart of Costa Rica.

Catch some amazing waves with a private surf lesson at Playa Grande National Park, where pristine and secluded beaches offer a break from the crowds of Tamarindo. One-on-one attention from a professional instructor helps accelerate learning, whether it's your first time standing up or you want to sharpen your surf skills. Most of the lesson is spent in the water for maximum practice time.

Spend a few hours touring this Corso Lecheria, or dairy farm, which runs 3 times a day at 9am, 11am, and 1:30pm. You'll get a full tour of the farm with views of the Poas and Barva Volcanoes, the dairy, the Cloud Forest, strawberry fields, and cheese house. You'll get to have tastings of all the produce grown there, especially the cheese and strawberries, all organized by your guide.

What better way to journey through the rainforest than by a river raft. You can get to see the interesting plant and wildlife of the Costa Rica rainforest as you slowly drift down the slow-running Peñas Blancas river. Your guide will be in charge of the paddling to make sure you are heading in the right direction. He or she is also experienced at spotting those hidden creatures that hang out in the treetops. The Costa Rica Safari Float tour provides an opportunity to see many types of tropical birds, different flora and fauna, and even caimans (small crocodiles). We’ll provide a few snacks to enjoy about halfway through, and maybe even teach you a few words in Spanish. This half-day Safari Float tour is a great tour for people who have a limited amount of time or perhaps want to fit in an additional half-day tour.

Our Bird watching tour stard early in the morning,between 5.30 am  and 6 .am ,this  is the best time  to see many different species of birds that live here in Drake Bay Area. if you are staying in town,we will walk to the entrence of the primary  forest.if you are staying father from town.we  will drive. from  there .we will do some hiking through primary and secondary forest to our family. this secluded part of the jungle is perfect for spotting all different species of birds.Our Tour Guide will have a spotting scope for you to getan up close view of far away birds.We recommend you bring your own boniculars but our Tour Guide will have one pair as well.

Home to mangrove swamps, rain forests, and pacific beaches, Corcovado National Park is considered one of the world’s most biodiverse regions. This tour takes travelers to the park’s ranger station by boat for day-long or overnight hiking trips. Look out for dolphins, turtles, and whales on the arrival journey, and explore the park with a tour company run by a former park ranger.

Go off-road in Costa Rica and explore parts of the country you couldn’t reach any other way on a 2.5-hour private ATV adventure. Ride over private farmland, alongside rivers, and through tropical jungle to reach the foot of the mighty Arenal Volcano. Admire the views while experiencing Costa Rica’s famous biodiversity up close.

Cathedral Waterfalls' 1-day Eco-adventure - a spiritual connection to nature. Stunning waterfalls, rainforest, blue rivers, natural hot springs, mud bathing, botanical gardens, butterfly gardens and much more– unique in Costa Rica. Be picked-up at your hotel arriving in the rainforest on the Caribbean side of Rincon de la Vieja volcano, at Blue River Resort & Hot Springs. After a welcome cocktail choose a long or short hike to Cathedral Waterfalls with your bi-lingual guide to showcase the abundant nature. Return for a delicious lunch, then enjoy 3 gorgeous natural hot springs pools, fresh-water pools, bullet waterslide, natural mud bath & sauna, butterfly farm, botanical gardens. Be on the lookout for sloths, howler monkeys, toucans; relax by the hummingbird sanctuary or along lagoons and ponds with fish, turtles and caiman; hang out with miniature horses and donkeys and much more. At 4 pm, return, full of life-long memories to recount, long after returning home.

Nature-loving travelers will enjoy this easy day trip to the Blue River Resort and Hot Springs at the foot of the Rincón de la Vieja. After a pick-up from your Liberia hotel, head to the resort, your base for the day. From there, a variety of adventures in nature are accessible. Hike to the magnificent Cathedral Waterfalls, soak in hot springs, explore the butterfly farm and botanical gardens, and more.

Combine visits to Dino Park and the Blue River Resort on this 9-hour, family-friendly excursion from Liberia. View the life-size animatronic dinosaurs at Dino Park, then explore the hot springs, waterfalls, butterfly gardens, and views of the smoking Rincon de la Vieja volcano at the Blue River Resort. Round-trip transportation from Liberia and lunch at the resort are included.

Get lost in a lush tropical paradise complete with mineral pools, butterfly gardens, miniature horses, and even dinosaurs on this family-friendly Blue River combo tour. Feel ancient history come to life as you encounter the Jurassic robots of Dino Park, and admire majestic Rincon de la Vieja Volcano on a hike through the rain forest. Stroll among the botanical gardens and turtle ponds of a luxury resort, and soak your cares away in natural hot springs while a freshwater pool and water slide keep the young at heart entertained.

We made the tour in the only micro benefit in the Orosi region, which has its own mill and toaster. The tour takes place in the properties of Don Mario Coto, in all Café Artesanal los Sauces. Which is an exclusive and own service.

If you’re looking for an adventure and you’re stuck in San José this is the perfect mix of nature, hiking and sunshine. This is a men only tour and you will have the chance to bare it all and enjoy nature. We will be going to a local swimming hole with a waterfall close to San José. I.e. this is not an adventure where you spend all day in bus. Some level of fitness is required to cross through the river to get to our clothing optional spot. Curious, confident, or gay men welcome to join! We will meet in Parque Francia in San José and have a coffee before heading out to Ciudad Colon together. Feel free to bring snacks. Along the way we will also be stopping by a pulpería (local mom and pop convenience store) where you will be able to buy drinks and snacks as well before heading the the waterfall. Additional items you might want to bring: bug spray, water, sunscreen, crocs or flip flops.

Discover the natural wonder of Lora turtle arrivals at Playa Ostional, a fascinating event that attracts thousands of females each month. Watch as between fifteen thousand and two hundred thousand turtles reach the beach, especially from July to October, when between 1,000 and 2,000 turtles can be seen every night. In addition, you have the opportunity to witness the exciting hatching of baby turtles, which occurs every 45 to 60 days. This refuge is the second most important in the world for this phenomenon, offering a unique and unforgettable experience in nature.

Jurassic Canyon Waterfall Adventure in Costa Rica Discover an exciting guided canyon and waterfall hiking experience designed for travelers looking for adventure, river crossings, jungle scenery, hidden waterfalls, and a unique off-the-beaten-path experience. This unforgettable adventure takes you through Jurassic Canyon, where guests hike through tropical forest trails, river sections, natural pools, dramatic canyon walls, and breathtaking waterfall scenery in one of Costa Rica’s hidden gems. The tour includes a local guide, safety briefing, and assistance throughout the hike. This experience lasts approximately 4 hours and starts in the morning. This is an intermediate-level adventure recommended for travelers in good physical condition. Guests should wear hiking shoes, bring water and snacks, and be prepared to get wet during river and canyon sections.