Top Costa Rica Walking Tours

Discover the wildlife and scenery of Manuel Antonio National Park on a guided nature tour designed to help you see more than you might on your own. Use professional optical equipment to get closer views of wildlife while learning about the ecosystem and the animals that inhabit it. Combining guided interpretation with rainforest, beach, and coastal scenery, this is an engaging way to experience one of Costa Rica's best-known national parks.

Experience the Monteverde cloud forest after dark on a small-group night walk through Finca Lantana. Explore a private biological corridor where frogs, insects, snakes, sloths and other native wildlife are often active after sunset. Discover the forest's nocturnal ecosystem while enjoying a more intimate nature experience and gaining a deeper appreciation of one of Costa Rica's richest wildlife habitats.

The best views of the cloud forest near Monteverde are undoubtedly from above—if you can get high enough. On this easy tour, take a guided nature walk along hanging bridges through the forest canopy in search of wildlife and beautiful plants. Follow your naturalist guide carrying professional optical equipment to the best viewpoints for observing the rich biodiversity, including orchids, epiphytes, and seasonal birds like the Resplendent Quetzal and Black-faced Solitaire.

We will visit the sanctuary of the white-faced capuchin monkeys, the most intelligent species of monkeys in the new world. Our visit will be safe and informative for everyone, from children to adults. We’ll learn about their family organization, alphas, and betas, and how to calculate their age. During these tours people are not allowed to touch the animals, but animals if they feel comfortable allowed to touch people. They are still wild animals and we are not violating their habitat. We don't allowed to feed them as well We’ll then see the crocodiles of Rio Grande de Tarcoles and enjoy the local souvenir sale and a buffet-style restaurant. We can choose to admire the crocodiles from the bridge or take a boat tour for an extra $43. The boat tour lasts approximately 1:40 minutes and includes bird watching and a naturalist guide. We’ll then go to a hidden beach in Jaco to see the sloths. We’ll sit on chairs, have a table, and I’ll serve drinks and snacks.

Venture off the tourist trail and soak up Limón's history and culture on a small-group downtown walking tour. Stroll through the Costa Rican city's streets, between historic landmarks and locals' hangouts, in the company of a guide who shares stories and insights you'd likely miss if exploring independently. Enjoy a cacao tasting included in the experience.

Experience two of Costa Rica’s impressive natural wonders in one day with this private full-day tour from San Jose. Enjoy a scenic hike through the Poas Volcano National Park, admire magnificent views of the crater, and look out for hummingbirds and quetzals in the cloud forest. After lunch, explore the La Paz Waterfall Gardens, where you can spot wildlife such as white face and spider monkeys, wildcats, snakes, and butterflies. Finally, visit a coffee farm to learn about its production process.

Explore three of Costa Rica’s natural highlights on an easy small-group day tour from La Fortuna. Nature-loving travelers who are short on time will love walking over the hanging bridges, hiking to Arenal Volcano, and swimming at La Fortuna Waterfall all in one day. Admire impressive views throughout the day and learn more about Costa Rica’s incredible biodiversity from your guide.

When you book this La Fortuna hanging bridges and canyoning tour, you’re signing up for a day of guaranteed adventure. Walk across the Mistico Hanging Bridges for stunning views of the surrounding mountains—plus Arenal Volcano—and then head to a canyon for a chance to rappel down waterfalls, rock climb, and zipline across the gorge.

Join us on a birding tour in Manuel Antonio surroundings or Playa el Rey. At sunrise or before sun sets, when birds become highly active. Let's explore their natural habitat and behave. We will take you to the best spots for birds and share with you interesting updates about birds and of course we will explain you how to identified them Important: Minimum 2 people required to book this option. If only 1 person price then will be 50% higher.

Adventure-seeking travelers will enjoy this fun full-day tour that visits three different waterfalls in the Playa Hermosa area. Be prepared for a physical challenge as there’s a 2.5-mile (4-kilometer) hike to one of the falls, and you’ll have the chance to jump from high platforms into another. It’s not all about the adrenaline, though: soak in a natural hot tub and have lunch in a tropical forest.

Meeting Point: This experience begins at a private rainforest trail located just 10 minutes from downtown La Fortuna. Guests arrive directly at the trail entrance; transportation is not included. Private Night Walk Experience: Step into the rainforest after dark for an intimate, guided exploration of Costa Rica’s nocturnal world. This fully private experience is designed for those seeking a deeper, more personal connection with nature, far from the crowds. As night falls, the forest comes alive. With your expert guide leading the way, you’ll uncover the hidden rhythms of the jungle and encounter an incredible variety of wildlife, from vibrant frogs, camouflaged reptiles, fascinating insects, and other elusive nocturnal species. No two walks are ever the same. Each evening reveals something entirely unique, offering a sense of discovery, wonder, and exclusivity that makes this experience truly unforgettable.

Experience two nature adventures in one tour on this half-day tour in La Fortuna. First, hike through the rainforest to a gushing waterfall for a refreshing swim in the pool at the bottom. Then, soar through the lush jungle canopy on the AirTime Zipline, with views of Arenal Volcano. End your adventure with a traditional Costa Rican lunch including a complimentary drink at a local restaurant in La Fortuna.

This is a unique tour that gives you the opportunity to enjoy the humid tropical forest like never before. Once we arrive at the Cahuita National Park, our guide will be in charge of showing you all the beauties within the park. We will walk for approximately 2 hours in search of wild animals. Once this time was over, we headed to the Bribri community to share the experience of making chocolate in a traditional way. We will arrive at a local family, where we will share for about 2 hours about the history, the way of life, the language and we will also have the opportunity to make 100% organic chocolate in a traditional way. To finish, we will enjoy a delicious traditional lunch prepared with local ingredients. Then we go to the waterfall where we will walk for approximately 10 minutes until we reach the waterfall where you can enjoy a refreshing swim and to finish we will have a delicious tropical snack.

As one of the best places for birding in Costa Rica, Carara National Park’s diverse ecology makes it a popular destination for spotting endemic and seasonal bird species. This tour begins early in the morning and stops at spots where you may see flycatchers, trogans, and hummingbirds. Your guide will have a Swarovski Crystals Scope that you can use throughout the experience, though be sure to bring your own binoculars.

This tour offers a unique experience, which consists of observing the spawning process of sea turtles; It is an incredible natural phenomenon and that without a doubt you should do if you visit Tortuguero. We do not interfere and do not touch the animals. We observe from a distance and allow its natural cycle.

Walking through Costa Rica in one of the tours which is one of the most beautiful in CR called Cloud Forest Night Tour, watching nocturnal animals, insects, frogs, mammals and more! Discover the fascinating night walk, where nature becomes the protagonist of an unforgettable experience. We are proud to offer responsible animal watching, a practice that distinguishes us and makes us unique. We have expert guides who will welcome you with a smile and will be happy to show you Monteverde and its nocturnal wildlife. Come with your friends, family, everybody can enjoy of a different and nocturnal experience here in Costa Rica with us!

Explore Costa Rica’s biodiversity on a Monteverde Cloud Forest guided tour with a knowledgeable local naturalist. Enjoy a small-group nature walk for wildlife lovers and curious travelers. Follow lush cloud forest trails as your guide helps you discover birds, mammals, insects, orchids, and hidden details that often escape an untrained eye. Learn how plants and animals thrive in this extraordinary ecosystem. Professional optical equipment provides closer wildlife views while your guide explains cloud forest ecology, conservation, and natural history. With a maximum of 8 travelers, this Monteverde wildlife tour offers personal attention and time to observe, ask questions, and connect with nature. Wildlife sightings vary with season, weather, and natural activity. Finish at the Hummingbird Gallery, where you can look for colorful hummingbirds and capture photographs. Book your Monteverde nature tour and explore with expertise.

Manuel Antonio's rainforest comes alive after dark, but spotting nocturnal wildlife without a guide's expertise can be difficult. This night walk takes you through Sukia Park with a guide who knows exactly where to look for frogs, snakes, lizards, anteaters, coatis, scorpions, sloths, and other creatures. A spotting scope and digiscoping equipment make it easier to see wildlife, while a small group size keeps it personal.

Explore a protected primary forest near La Fortuna on a guided wildlife tour focused on Costa Rica’s native species. Led by a guide, the experience combines nature, education, and wildlife spotting in an environment that has remained largely untouched by development. The tour offers a high chance of seeing sloths in their natural habitat, along with exotic birds, frogs, and other rainforest wildlife, while giving visitors time to take photographs throughout the experience.

If you're keen to explore the tropical trails of the Cahuita National Park but don't know where to get started, this small-group hiking tour is an excellent option. Spend a couple of hours with a local guide as you explore a route that ends at the beach. You might even spot a sloth or monkeys. When you're done, head back to your starting point accompanied by your guide, or stay to relax by the water (then return on your own).

Discover a different side of the Monteverde cloud forest after dark on a guided wildlife walk along private trails. Accompanied by a naturalist, search for nocturnal species such as red-eyed tree frogs, tarantulas, snakes, and sloths. With much of the forest’s wildlife most active after sunset, this is an opportunity to experience Costa Rica’s biodiversity in a completely different light. Wildlife sightings vary depending on natural conditions.

Do you want to discover what happens at night in one of the most interesting and important ecosystems in Costa Rica? The nocturnal humid tropical forest awaits you! A guide with experience in night walks, will take you to live two hours of mystery and suspense with what we can find on this night tour.

WHY TRAVELERS CHOOSE US "Javier is an excellent guide. Great experience locating animals with professional equipment!" - Cesar G, Aug 2026 WHAT MAKES THIS TOUR SPECIAL Small groups (max 10) - personalized attention Certified guides with 10+ years experience Telescopes & binoculars included 30 min beach time at white-sand beach Stay at beach until 3 PM or return with us Last-minute bookings: reserve 1 hour before IMPORTANT: PARK ENTRANCE TICKETS Manuel Antonio National Park has a daily capacity limit to protect wildlife. Entrance tickets must be purchased separately via SINAC website. Buy in advance - they sell out quickly in peak season! TOUR HIGHLIGHTS We will meet at the entrance at the time you selected. Guided wildlife tour with certified naturalist Spot sloths, capuchin/howler monkeys, birds, iguanas Professional equipment for close-up views The tour ends at the beach 2 hours later. 5.0 rating | 177+ reviews | 100% recommended

Discover the hidden elegance of San Jose on a journey that blends urban storytelling with a sensory experience. Walk through San José’s most prestigious districts, nature-filled parks serve as the backdrop to stunning historic architecture and the city’s best-kept secrets. Then we transition from the streets to the sanctuary of a boutique coffee shop. Here, the experience reaches its peak with a coffee tasting led by a professional barista. Using a specialized brewing method designed to unlock the complex soul of our volcanic beans, complemented by a curated tasting of artisanal Costa Rican chocolate and raw cacao. Paired with a fresh sweet or savory pastry, this session offers a deep dive into the flavors and craftsmanship that define our world-renowned coffee culture. What’s Included: A guided historical walk through downtown’s finest districts and parks, followed by a specialty coffee tasting session, a guided artisanal chocolate/cacao flight and your choice of a fresh local pastry.