Top Costa Rica Private Sightseeing Tours - page 21

Miravalles Volcano Private Nature Tour with Hot Spring

7 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Observe Costa Rica's bountiful wildlife from the hanging bridges of Mistico Park in Arenal. Trek along ground-level forest trails and suspended walkways in this private, family-owned nature reserve that’s home to a vast array of birdlife, monkeys, reptiles, and tropical plants. Learn about the area’s rich biodiversity from a naturalist guide as you explore different levels of the rain forest, from floor to canopy, and enjoy commanding views of Arenal Volcano. Discovering the wonderful secrets hidden in this forest means finding a wildlife sanctuary; the high density of biodiversity makes this trails a unique place for observing species spotted along the way. When going on the self-guided tour, pay special attention to the different layers of the rainforest, from the treetops, the understory and the forest floor; this way you will be able to appreciate many of the species housed by this spectacular biological corridor.

from $195

Private Tour Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges From Guanacaste

Private Tour Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges From Guanacaste

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

Hike alongside the alluring blue waters of Rio Celeste on a full-day trip. After driving through the Costa Rican countryside, follow rain forest trails that wind past waterfalls and lookout points over the river known for its remarkable color. Reward your efforts with a soak in mineral-rich hot springs that flow from nearby Arenal Volcano. Hike through the jungle to the bright blue Celeste River Relax with a soak in a natural volcanic hot springs. Experience the beauty of Costa Rica's natural landscapes Follow a local guide through stunning rugged terrain with your Round-trip hotel transport and lunch included

from $210

Private Hiking Adventure with Waterfall and Hot Springs

Private Hiking Adventure with Waterfall and Hot Springs

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Get an up close look at Costa Rica's hidden natural wonders with this river floating,volcano hot springs and mud baths tour. On this tour you will observe the burners of Miravalles Volcano’s active crater with volcanic mud pots which temperatures range from 40 degrees to 100 degrees Celsius. You will be able to watch closely the fumaroles, hot stones and crystallized sulfur among other scenic beauties. The river floating is the perfect way to explore outside the city and see what makes Costa Rica a top attraction for nature lovers. Experience the beauty of Costa Rica's natural landscapes Follow a local guide through stunning rugged terrain Round-trip hotel transport and lunch included

from $240

Tour 3 In 1 Volcano Hot Springs+Mud Baths+River Floating Tour

Tour 3 In 1 Volcano Hot Springs+Mud Baths+River Floating Tour

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

During the tour, our experienced guides will provide you with interesting and educational information regarding the history of the Volcano, lithological cycles, forest formation processes, and general volcanology. Then Fly underneath the canopy of a Costa Rican rain forest on a zipline adventure. Novice adventurers and adrenaline junkies alike can enjoy this thrilling aerial experience soaring down galvanized steel cables at up to 37 miles (60 kilometers) per hour and gain a bird's eye view of the lush foliage below.

from $250

Arenal Volcano Hike & Canopy Adventure, Tour From Guanacaste

Arenal Volcano Hike & Canopy Adventure, Tour From Guanacaste

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Experience the thrill of exploring the stunning mangroves of Punta Mala, Osa, on our guided jet ski tours. Our knowledgeable guides will lead you through a fascinating journey that starts with a narrow mangrove, gradually opening up to a big river with different channels that are like labyrinths. You'll get to witness the intricate ecosystem of the mangroves up close and personal, seeing the various species of flora and fauna that already live there. Along the way, our guides will provide you with insightful information about the mangroves, their importance to the environment, and the local culture. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure that will leave you with memories to last a lifetime!

from $240

Osa Jet Ski - Guided Ocean and Mangrove Tours

Osa Jet Ski - Guided Ocean and Mangrove Tours

1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation

Make the most of your time in La Fortuna de San Carlos on this private combo tour, fitting in a trip to the rain forest, the sloth sanctuary, the Blue River, and local volcanoes all in one day. Ride between places in a private car- no sharing with people you don’t already know. Stay fueled up and hydrated with a provided lunch and bottled water, and be ready for a day of nature and adventure.

from $140

4 in 1 Rain forest, Sloth sanctuary, Blue river and Volcanoes Private Tour

4 in 1 Rain forest, Sloth sanctuary, Blue river and Volcanoes Private Tour

10 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

Rainforest Hiking, Sloth & wild life sanctuary, Celeste Waterfall Private Tour

from $325

6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Unlike crowded group excursions, this private catamaran experience is reserved exclusively for your group. Enjoy a personalized day exploring Costa Rica's stunning Pacific coastline aboard our spacious catamaran for up to 16 guests. Depending on the tour duration, you may visit beautiful locations such as Cabo Velas and Playa Conchal while enjoying snorkeling, paddleboarding, swimming, wildlife spotting, an open bar, and a freshly prepared lunch served on board. Our flexible itinerary allows the captain to adapt the experience to weather conditions, wildlife sightings, and your group's preferences, creating a truly customized adventure. NOTE: This is a fully customizable private charter. After booking, our team will contact you to coordinate your preferred departure time between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM, as well as the duration of your charter (minimum 4 hours, maximum 8 hours).

from $225

Private Personalized Catamaran Tour from Tamarindo (Up to 8 Hrs)

Private Personalized Catamaran Tour from Tamarindo (Up to 8 Hrs)

4 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $1,200

Private Morning Catamaran Cruise from Tamarindo with Snorkeling

Special Offer

4 hoursFree Cancellation

from $834

Private Catamaran Sunset Tour from Tamarindo All Inclusive

Special Offer

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Private Day Tour in La Paz Waterfall Gardens & Baldi Hot Springs from San Jose

10 hoursFree Cancellation

from $500

Experience the perfect blend of ocean adventure and off-road excitement in one unforgettable journey. Designed for travelers seeking exclusivity, adrenaline, and authentic Costa Rican landscapes, this unique combo takes you from the sea straight into the heart of nature. Your experience begins directly from your hotel beach, where you will depart on a jet ski and ride across the stunning waters of the Papagayo Bay. Upon reaching the other side, your ATV will be ready and waiting. Without interruptions, you will transition seamlessly from ocean to land and begin an exciting off-road adventure. Ride through scenic jungle trails, cross rivers, and explore authentic local villages, all while surrounded by Costa Rica’s breathtaking natural beauty. After completing your ATV tour, you will return in style on your jet ski, cruising back across the bay to your hotel beach.

Special Offer

Guanacaste Beach Tour

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Gran Combo Exclusive ATV Tour plus Jetski

4 hoursFree Cancellation

This tour starts with a visit to La Fortuna Waterfall where you can swim in an inviting pool at the base of the waterfall, following we will visit an organic cocoa plantation where you'll see the cocoa trees. We are also going to experience the process of grinding and roasting cocoa beans, finally you will make your own chocolate bonbons.. Our goal is to create authentic travel experiences that value the traditional culture and ways of living in our country and that 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.

from $260

La Fortuna Waterfall And Chocolate Tour

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

from $120

Arenal Volcano Skytram & Baldi Hot Springs Private Tour from San Jose

10 hoursFree Cancellation

from $329

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.

Arenal Sloths Lovers Tour & Baldi Hot Springs. Private tour from San Jose.

Arenal Sloths Lovers & Baldi Hot Springs Private Tour

10 hoursFree Cancellation

from $315

Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs. Private Tour

Arenal Volcano Tour and hot springs from San Jose

9 hoursFree Cancellation

from $265

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 a volcanic resort.

Irazu Volcano, small towns and Hot Springs. Private Tour

Irazu Volcano, small towns and Hot Springs. Private Tour

9 hoursFree Cancellation

from $295

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.

Crocodile Boat Tour & Carara Park. Private Tour

Crocodile Boat Tour & Carara Park. Private Tour

8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $295

Private Flight Over Poas Volcano. 1 hour flight

Great Flight Over Poas & Irazu Volcanoes. 1 hour flight. Private Tour

2 hours

from $600

Helicopter Tour Over Poas Volcano. 1 Hour Flight. Private Tour

Helicopter Tour Over Poas Volcano. 1 Hours Flight. Private Tour

2 hours

from $950

Have the best experience of your trip to San Jose, Costa Rica, taking this unique and beautiful private Helicopter Tour over the Rainforest, Rivers and Beaches of the Pacific Coast! This flight takes you over the Tilarán Mountain Range. You'll see the Pacific Coast and Tarcoles River, with its huge crocodiles near the bridge and river mouth. This flight covers 80 miles. From 1200 feet above the ground you get a great birds eye view of the surrounding area which will include areas of farmland and rainforest. We can accommodate 2-3 passengers at a time. For larger groups please contact us. Make sure to bring your camera for some great photo opportunities. We offer headsets to communicate with each other and the pilot will provide an informative narration of the flight, that will last about 1 hour.

Helicopter Tour Over Rain forest & Beaches. 1 hour flight Private Tour

Helicopter Tour Over Rain Forest & Beaches. Private Tour

2 hours

from $950

To experience true Costa Rican nature, you’ll have to go deep into the backcountry—and that’s what you’ll do on this private tour. You’ll be picked up from your hotel and drive through the countryside to the edges of the Tarcoles River, where you’ll hop in an ATV and begin your exploration. From there, it’s nothing but vistas of jungle trails, private beaches, teak plantations, and more.

ATV Tour Exploration, Private Tour from San Jose

8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $345

San Jose : Private Custom Guided Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)

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Tabitha_W, Jun 2026

If you found this tour on Viator - Paul Chavez HAS to be your tour guide!

I can’t begin to tell you how amazing Paul has been for my friend and I. We came down to Costa Rica early because we were going on a mission trip and wanted to learn more about the city. When I say that we felt like I knew more about Costa Rica than other Costa Ricans, I mean it because we went on other excursions and told another tour guides some of the things we learned from Paul and they didn’t know! :-D I think I know more about Costa Rica as if I’ve lived here for many years. Seriously! He took us to places that we NEVER would have considered going to. He made sure he took photos of both of us together which I never seem to get on other trips I’ve done. He was funny, SOOO helpful, answered all of our questions and gave us suggestions for next time we come down here. I can assure you, we ARE coming back down here and we ARE going to book him for everything because I trust him implicitly. He was born there so he knows the ins and outs of Costa Rica. He knows the history and we learned so much. I can’t recommend him enough and I feel like I have a close relative living down in Costa Rica now. Paul, you’re awesome! So glad I read the reviews and booked with you. We will miss you but we’ll see you again!!

ATV adventure from Riu, Secrets and papagayo

Juan_V, Jun 2026

We finally saw monkeys!!

Our guide Alfredo was the best! We left his location with clear instructions and were off quickly. He never rushed us, even when we got stuck! He just said, “part of the adventure”. Great attitude and he stopped to show us Howler Monkeys. We stopped of for refreshments at a tilapia farm where they had goats, chickens, horses, piglets, and cows to interact with. The people of Sardinian were fantastic. Not to worry, they take cards and Apple Pay. Highly recommend this tour.

Rio Celeste Horseback Riding Tour

Yaritza_S, Jun 2026

Exceptional experience

Our experience with David and his beautiful horses was the nicest experience of the trip. David is knowledgeable, funny and patient. The horses are beautiful, super well behaved and trained. Rio Celeste is amazing!!! The color, the cleanness…is a whole experience and we loved. We would absolutely do it again!.

Rio Celeste Combo: River Tubing+Blue Waterfall+Exotic Wildlife

Carrie_Y, May 2026

Sloths and monkey and beautiful blue river ride, oh my!

A Must excursion!! W had 5 teenagers plus us parents in our group and we all had a blast. The tour guide, Yulenny was fantastic! Including our driver! Friendly, knowledgeable and catering to us to make sure we had a blast! Highly recommend!! So much fun!!

Ocean View Zip Line + 3hr ATV & Waterfalls Combo Tour

Isbel_O, May 2026

This was a very fun and...

This was a very fun and organized tour! We did the atv and zip line combo, which was so much fun. The guides are very knowledge and make you feel very safe. For the atv ride, you will likely get very muddy so do wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. You can jump in the waterfall, i wish i had brought a bathing suit and towel. The zip line had a lot of cool lines and beautiful views, it is definitely good for beginners as well

Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose

Nasim_A, May 2026

Long but really fun trip

It was a wonderful and fun trip. Our guide was Stephen and he was very knowledgeable and kind. At times he went out of his way to show us different birds/animals. The trip was a long one but everything went on time. We had a lot of stops but all of them were good and informative. The highlight was the relaxing hot springs at the end of the trip followed by a buffet dinner.

Monteverde Cloud Forest Night Wildlife Experience

Katherine_M, Mar 2026

Johnny B. Goode, Johnny be very good

You go into a wildlife tour knowing you may not see much wildlife, however Johnny the guide has incredible ears and eyes and is able to find a huge variety of interesting flora and fauna. Even if I'd stood looking for a year I wouldn't have found some of the insect's, frogs, tarantulas, snakes, scorpions and birds he identified. And a sloth! All this while being an engaging guide who keep the whole group interested. Also it was lovely to learn about life in Monteverde and local culture. I was little nervous about waking around the forest in the dark, but Johnny made us feel safe and comfortable.

Rafting Class II-III and Zipline Tour from La Fortuna and Arenal

Jailene_R, Dec 2025

This tour was an amazing...

This tour was an amazing experience. As someone who is afraid of both heights and water due to not being a strong swimmer, I was nervous going in, but I would absolutely recommend it. The scenery throughout the tour was stunning. The ziplining portion did feel a bit rushed, and the photo and video package for ziplining wasn’t worth the cost. However the rafting portion was incredible and truly the highlight of the day. Our guide Moi/Moises was absolutely amazing, full of energy, incredibly enthusiastic, and knowledgeable. He even pointed out wildlife along the way and let us take turns riding in the front like a bull, which was such a fun touch. He is truly a gem and I highly recommend requesting him if possible. The rafting photos were high quality, beautiful, and definitely worth purchasing.

San Jose By Night: Sights & Culture Tour with Local Dinner

Adorian_A, Dec 2025

Costa Rica is Perfectly Splendid “Pura Vida”

We hit the ground running and experienced the best culture night tour on the streets of San Jose, Costa Rica. So much history, heard about William Walker who actually lived in my city, New Orleans, This tour was above and beyond greater than any of my expectations. Karol and Johana were amazing guides, we learned so much and there was so much to see, cork trees, beautiful parks, coffe bean trees, historical buildings, art work, live opera performance as we were passing by! Bravo with a wave. We met great people too. Somos más que Café is were I experience a warm and tasty cup of coffee, it was a cappuccino with a hit of ginger and lime, it was so very delightful. We ended our night at a very unique dinning spot with the best Authentic Costa Rican food ever, there were several meal options to choose from, drinks for me 2 glasses of Sangria, My dessert was a brownie with vanilla ice cream, “ you know what it’s called” Awesome! Awesome! Awesome!🇨🇷🫶🏽🇨🇷

San Jose Walking and Bus City Tour

Butch_C, Dec 2025

Perfecto!

The entire process was flawless. Hotel pickup was on time, the tour guide was knowledgeable, friendly and professional. Our tour included a Costa Rican style meal, which was very good. Everyone was there to ensure you have an excellent experience. Strongly recommend this company to any one considering this tour.