Top Costa Rica On the Water - page 5

No prior experience is required on this small-group bioluminescence kayaking tour from Puerto Jiménez. After a magnificent sunset, watch the water light up with glowing microorganisms with every stroke of the paddle as you maneuver over calm waters with your guide. You can even dive in for a swim to see what the bioluminescence looks like from within the water.

The golden sands and consistent waves of Espadilla Norte Beach make it a popular destination for surfers in the Manuel Antonio National Park. With this tour, hone your surf skills or learn to catch your first wave with a surf lesson to suit your level. Learn beginner basics and pro tips from your surf instructors, then hit the waves to practice for as long as you like.

Experience a unique ocean experience with a local guide, perfect for those looking to enjoy the sea in a relaxed and authentic way. This private tour combines snorkeling in calm coastal waters with inshore fishing. Explore colorful reefs, swim among tropical fish and enjoy the seascape while relaxing on board. You can catch weights such as cockfish, red snapper, cubera, blackfin tuna, yellowfin tuna among others. If you're lucky whales, dolphins and turtles will host you. The experience is fully personalized, with small groups, close attention and all necessary equipment included. It is an excellent choice for those who want to connect with nature, enjoy the ocean and create unforgettable memories in Costa Rica.

For a dose of adventure in Manual Antonio, conquer the rapids of the Naranjo River on an exciting whitewater rafting tour. Grab a paddle and, with the help of expert guide, navigate the churning Class IV rapids of the river’s ‘El Chorro’ section as it shoots through a narrow gorge. Back on dry land, recharge and reward your efforts with an included Costa Rican lunch.

If you want to spend a perfect day under the shade of the palm trees or under the sun, Isla Tortuga is an incredible tour that you will enjoy to the fullest. In addition, its refreshing crystal clear water with turquoise tones will make you enjoy a day at the beach very much.

Learn the basics of scuba diving under the watchful eye of your guide on this introductory course departing from Tamarindo. Enjoy two dives at different sites with a break in between, using the scuba equipment that's provided for you so you don't have to worry about a thing. Hotel pickup is available from select Tamarindo locations for even more convenience.

Take a wet and wild ride down the Sarapiquí River on a thrilling white-water rafting tour. Paddle your way through Class III and IV rapids with the expert guidance of your instructor, while surrounded by the lush tropical scenery of the Costa Rican rainforest. This adventurous tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off from La Fortuna, so you don't need to worry about finding a meeting point.

Battle Class III rapids while looking out for sloths, howler monkeys, and more on this rafting trip down the Savegre River from Manuel Antonio. A professional river guide and safety kayaker ensure a fun and safe trip for beginners and experienced rafters alike.

Costa Rica is one of the world’s best places to surf, so why not learn while you are visiting? Join a private guide at a secluded beach and learn the basics of surfing before taking to the water. With help from your instructor, you’re sure to be catching waves in no time! Enjoy a snack break of fresh pineapple to refresh before heading back into the water.

From La Fortuna de San Carlos, experience the wildlife of the area from a raft, where your guide will point out all the animals. You’ll float along the Penas Blancas River, and learn all about the rainforest river ecosystem. This is approximately a 4-hour adventure, where pick up and drop off to your hotel is included for most hotels. Snacks and safety gear are provided.

Fun, peaceful, and close to nature, kayaking through the mangrove forests outside of Tamarindo is a great way to get away from the beach and enjoy another side of the area’s famous wilderness. Follow a guide through the winding estuaries, stopping to admire crocodiles, monkeys, and other wildlife along the way. Then, get out and take a guided nature walk through the forest for even more chances to learn about Tamarindo wildlife.

Explore the Sarapiquí River on a guided white-water adventure from San Jose. After a convenient hotel pickup, embark on your journey to La Virgen de Sarapiquí. Plow through class-II rapids that are ideal for both a beginner and an experienced paddler. Enjoy incredible jungle scenery and wildlife on your 10-mile (16-kilometer) trip downriver.

Nature-loving travelers will enjoy this full-day, small-group snorkeling tour to Isla Tortuga. After a boat ride to the island and views of some dramatic rock formations, you’ll stop to snorkel in the clear waters around a volcanic reef. Look out for tropical fish including angelfish, moray eels, needlefish, and spotted eagle rays. Finish with some relaxing time on the white-sand beaches of the island and a refreshing fruit snack.

Manuel Antonio Beach is one of Costa Rica’s most beautiful beaches, but it’s also one of its most crowded. See the area without having to battle with loads of people on land during this Manuel Antonio Beach Parasailing from Quepos. Parasail from a boat by yourself, with another person, or with two other people. Plus, you’ll get to choose between two duration times, depending on how long you’d like to be in the air.

Explore Costa Rica's underwater landscape and get an up-close look at its rich marine life on this half-day, small-group snorkeling tour. In the morning, go to the meeting point in Drake Bay, board the boat and head to Caño Island. After a brief introduction and training session, you'll enjoy two different snorkeling sessions and opportunities to see octopuses, rays, tropical fish, and many others. Once back on the mainland, finish with a hearty lunch.

Experience scuba diving without a certification while in Costa Rica. This excursion includes a theory session, practice time with an instructor, and two dives at the Catalina Islands, known as some of the best scuba diving spots in Costa Rica. Choose between a 1- or 2-day option where you’ll be able to practice in a pool the day before heading out on the boat.

Enjoy a heart-stopping adventure during your time in Costa Rica as you embark on a tour to the Arenal Volcano. Join a small group and start your tour with a challenging ATV ride through tropical jungle. Navigate the rugged terrain and take in the views of the volcano before sitting down for a Costa Rican lunch. Then, get ready to get wet on a thrilling rafting tour down more than 30 rapids.

Test your limits on an extreme canyoning expedition in Costa Rica. On this thrilling, half-day tour from La Fortuna, journey to a remote rain forest canyon where you rappel down cliffs, leap from waterfalls, and trek through a jagged, slippery landscape. Prepare to get soaked as you splash into jungle pools and swim under cascades in an extraordinary natural playground. This is the ultimate choice for thrill seekers in La Fortuna.

Tom Cat II , the most comfortable & shaded seating vessel in Costa Rica. In our catamaran adventure you are able to see the beautiful scenery of the pacific coast of Costa Rica, enjoy the warm waters, full snorkeling equipment is provided so you can explore the beauty of the marine life with the help of our professional guides. Experience the adrenaline with our famous Tsunami waterslide and jump platform. Enjoy a delicious grilled gourmet meal and tasty tropical cocktails. Our crew members give special attention to kids, young and old.

Peaceful and calm, the winding mangrove forests of the Preciosa Platanares Wildlife Refuge are best enjoyed by kayak. On this tour, quietly paddle through the brackish waters of a large mangrove forest with a guide who shares interesting information about the plants and animals, but knows when to be quiet to increase your chances of seeing more animals in the wild.

Wildlife enthusiasts will love touring the Costa Rican rainforests by rafting down the Corobici River. With a small group of like-minded travelers, you’ll float down the river on the lookout for sloths, tree frogs, crocodiles, and many varieties of birds. You’ll get a different perspective of the jungle that many travelers miss.

Feel your adrenaline levels soar during a white-water rafting tour on the Upper Naranjo River, home to rapids of class III and above. Go where traditional tour vehicles can’t as you admire riverside scenery that usually off-limits, and paddle in a small group limited to only 15 other adventurers.

Spend a full day exploring the beauty of Isla Tortuga, on this small-group tour from Jacó. First stop at the Tarcoles River and watch the crocodiles from the bridge and hop on a boat to the island. On the way visit Negritos Island to see spider monkeys and dolphins, then go on a snorkeling tour at a secluded vacation. End the day with a delicious local lunch with fruits.

Leave the party-boat behind and set sail on a serene half-day sunset cruise on a semi-private, 50-foot (15-meter) boat. With only 13 passengers on board, sail the Gulf of Papagayo enjoying swimming, snorkeling, and fishing. Unwind with a cocktail from the open bar and look out over the lush coastline. Enjoy lunch served by the crew and watch the sunset over the horizon before heading back to shore.