All Costa Rica Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

Chasing Waterfalls and Sunset View Point

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Soar above waterfalls and through a lush tropical rain forest on a thrilling zipline tour at Adventure Park Costa Rica from Jaco. Boasting 25 heart-pounding cables including a pair of rappels and a swinging bridge, the course is the longest in the country and offers spectacular views over the Gulf of Nicoya. Continue the adventure by water and land with an off-road truck adventure and a swim in a spring-fed pool.

Ultimate Waterfall Zipline: 18 Lines Over 11 Falls Near Jaco

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Full Day Tour to Tortuga Island from San José

10 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

Bioluminescent Kayak Tour

1 hourFree Cancellation

Canoe Tour in Tortuguero National Park

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Sunset Bioluminescence Tour by Boat

Switch up your daily routine with this enchanting night walk tour that takes you on a journey into the forest after dark. Discover the vibrant nocturnal wildlife in action during this 2-hour tour through a transitional forest. Led by a private guide, stop to spot a variety of mammals, birds, and insects that exhibit unique behaviors at night. Ideal for families seeking adventure, explore the area and observe everything from sleeping birds to creepy crawlers.

Monteverde Night Walk Tour: the night life of the forest

It is best to take this experience on your first days here since you will learn a lot about the area, things to do here and places to visit, so you can decide what you want to do for the remainder of your vacation here. I enjoy sharing my knowledge about animals, this area and it's unique culture. We will first visit The Cliff, a special place with breathtaking views of the ocean. On the hike to there and back we may see sloths and monkeys. At the Cliff you can take some amazing photos, it’s the perfect instagram opportunity. Then we'll drive around the town so you will get to know where is what. We will then visit Iguana Project, protected area where iguanas are raised to be released into the forest. This project is in a Bri Bri farm, so you will also learn about medicinal plants and Bri Bri culture. After that we will go to the waterfalls, a magical place in the woods, where we will relax and swim in the waterfall pool, share drinks and chat about Puerto Viejo and Pura Vida!

Puerto Viejo Hidden Gems and Waterfall

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Your adventure begins at a monkey habitat, where you'll get up close with playful monkey in their native environment. Next, satisfy your taste buds with a stop at a local fruit stand, sampling exotic flavors like juicy mangoes, sweet pineapples, and creamy guanábanas. From there, we’ll take a scenic drive through town of Orotina leading us to the famous Tárcoles River, home to Costa Rica’s largest crocodiles. Glide through the waters on a river cruise, witnessing diverse wildlife, including colorful birds and lush mangroves. The adventure continues as we ascend a mountain viewpoint, where you can spot magnificent toucans and soak in panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. Then, indulge in an authentic Costa Rican lunch, savoring traditional dishes that showcase the rich flavors of the region. Before heading back, enjoy a little shopping time for souvenirs, where you can find handcrafted treasures to remember your trip. As a final touch, we’ll take you on a city tour of Puntarenas!

Puntarenas Eco Safari Adventure Tour

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Fit in two of Costa Rica's top adventures in one day on this combo ATV and zipline tour that lets you escape the crowds and explore secluded shores of Brasilito, Flamingo, Tamarindo, and other beautiful Guanacaste beaches. After beach hopping and looking for wildlife, take to the skies on a thrilling zip line course through the jungle that will get your adrenaline pumping. Note that gratuities are not included.

Zip Line and ATV Adventure

5 hours 10 minutesFree Cancellation

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.

Isla Tortuga Snorkeling Tour

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Special Offer

Take an aerial tram ride in Jacó and admire the rainforest from above as you glide over the treetops. Enjoy the unique perspective of Costa Rica’s natural beauty in a calm and memorable way. The experience also includes visits to the Butterfly Garden and the Medicinal Plants Garden—ideal for gentle walks, nature photography, or simply enjoying the serenity of the forest. This tour is perfect for travelers seeking a nature-focused activity that offers both relaxation and discovery.

Rainforest Aerial Tram Tour in Jacó, Costa Rica

You will be able to participate in part of the preparation process. Also will learn the details of the traditional way of cooking caribbean meals, and to select fresh ingredients that are locally produced to elaborate this meals. We will be speaking about the history and culture of the town. If anyone has a dietary restrictions, please inform it in advance to accommodate everyone. Vegetarians and Vegans are welcome.

Private Native Caribbean Cooking in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

The Curi Cancha private wildlife refuge is home to wild plants and animals. On this tour you will be accompanied by a guide specialized in finding the local fauna which is very special with unique strategies to survive in this unique habitat of the high altitude tropical forests. The professional telescope that the guide carries will be very useful to be able to observe the wildlife in great detail.

Guided tour in the Curicancha Reserve

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Experience Costa Rica’s Manuel Antonio National Park on this guided ATV adventure. After a convenient hotel pickup, participate in a quick safety and tour briefing, then enjoy activities that include cruising through plantations and past picturesque waterfalls, trekking along rainforest trails in search of sloths, toucans, and squirrel monkeys, and swimming in a magical natural pool. Enjoy a traditional Costa Rican meal along the way.

Manuel Antonio ATV Off Road Rainforest & Waterfalls Tour

Manuel Antonio ATV Off Road Rainforest & Waterfalls Tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

La Leona Waterfall Guided Tour+Transportation

7 hoursFree Cancellation

This private experience starts from 2 people as participant policy, because when you buy this product, you’re ensured to have a safe, fully adventure and fun experience assisted by professional and experienced local guides. Meeting the friendly, simple, homely community surrounded by protected land full of blue waterfalls, fresh water jumping holes and a variety local wildlife by the foot of an active volcano, which would surprise you any time with its steam and hot water springs showing you our eco friendly country commitment. Offering you a unique and nature contact experience. The client will enjoy the best of Costa Rica’s cuisine prepared by a local and homely town family restaurant. This experience requires a minimum of 2 travelers per booking. Reservations with fewer than 2 travelers are subject to cancellation with a full refund.

La Leona Waterfall Hike And Volcano Mud Plus Hot Springs

La Leona Waterfall Hike And Volcano Mud Plus Hot Springs

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Bribri Magic Chocolate and Waterfall Experience

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Special Offer

Discover the extraordinary biodiversity of the Monteverde Cloud Forest on a guided tour of one of Costa Rica's most iconic ecosystems. Accompanied by a local naturalist guide, you will traverse trails surrounded by lush vegetation while spotting tropical birds, mammals, insects, amphibians, reptiles, orchids, and other species characteristic of this unique forest. During the hike, you will learn about the ecology, natural history, and conservation significance of a reserve that protects over 10,000 hectares of cloud forest. With the aid of a professional high-definition telescope, you will enjoy enhanced opportunities to observe wildlife and capture photos with your phone. It is an authentic, educational, and unforgettable experience for those wishing to explore one of Costa Rica's premier nature and biodiversity destinations.

Monteverde Cloud Forest | Guided Flora and Fauna Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Experience the best of Costa Rica's wildlife, cuisine, and natural beauty, without the logistical hassle, on this full-day shore excursion from Puntarenas. Look for white-faced monkeys, crocodiles, and birds on a boat cruise down the Tarcoles River. Learn the history of Puntarenas port, taste fresh tropical fruit, enjoy a buffet-style lunch at a local restaurant, and shop for authentic Costa Rican coffee.

Puntarenas Highlights Shore Excursion

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

If you are looking for a pleasant place connected with nature where you can enjoy with your family or friends and spend an unforgettable experience, Agroecoturística Don Jorge specializes in Chocolate and Coffee, which includes tours of the trails of cocoa and coffee plantations, you will find diversity in flora. and birds, visit the waterfall, cane processing and finally the chocolate workshop where you can make your own chocolate bar. Our motto "From the seed to the palate". We are waiting for you to enjoy a family farm

Chocolate and Coffee Tour Farm Don Jorge

Tour de pesca alrededor de la costa de Mal País y Santa Teresa. También podemos observar mucha vida Mariana cómo Delfines, Manta rayas, Tortugas, Ballenas etc.. Los pescados capturados los pueden llevar para la cena y disfrutar de su frescura. Nunca comerás un pescado tan fresco. Si sueñas con pescar un Atún, Mahí Mahí, Roosterfish y algún otro pez del pacífico está es tu opción.

Inshore Fishing trip 4 hours

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Palo Verde Boat Tours, Ortega

3 hours 10 minutesFree Cancellation

Immerse yourself in one of Costa Rica’s notable rainforests with this private tour. Hike around the foothills of an active volcano, swim underneath a waterfall, and take the pressure off your feet in hot springs. No need to worry about training at the gym before going on this excursion; choose between two versions of the tour that vary in physical intensity. Perfect for guests who like to balance an active vacation with exploring the local area.

Volcano-Waterfall and Hot Springs Private Tour

8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

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Sloth Watching, Coffee, Chocolate & Waterfall from Guanacaste

Renita_D, Oct 2026

I saw a snake!

We had a wonderful experience with Nana! She took such good care of us. We started the tour with a beautiful drive to the waterfall, we stopped for breakfast (not part of the tour, but part of the caretaking, it's hard to enjoy yourself when you're hangry) and had a nice sit down meal with an explanation of what we could expect during the day. We enjoyed everything that was listed in the description. What was not mentioned was how much each guide would go out of their way to make sure we enjoyed our visit. We saw sloths, frogs, a beautiful snake and with some much needed help, we got amazing photos that we are taking credit for. i go to grind coffee and taste fresh cocoa beans and learn about the history of Costa Rica. We also had an amazing Costa Rican lunch. It was money and time well spent.

La Fortuna Waterfall, Hanging Bridges, Arenal Volcano Combo Tour

Shana_B, Oct 2026

Perfect to see it all with kids

A great mix of seeing a little bit of everything the area offers with a bit of knowledge of nature mixed in. My 4 year old was able to handle the hiking (mild carrying her through the canopy tour). Got to see the rainforest, where we saw snakes, monkeys, birds, and tarantulas. The waterfall the was beautiful. And the volcano was very educational. Lunch was good and offered a kid option as well

Guachipelin Volcano Combo: Zipline, River Tubing & Hot Springs

Jeffery_T, Oct 2026

Don’t Miss Out On This Adventure

We had such an amazing time! Everyone was so welcoming and made the whole experience that much better. A special shoutout to Daphne, Oliver, and all the other staff who helped us along the way. They were all so friendly, fun, and great at what they do. You can tell they genuinely care about making sure everyone has a good time. The lunch was also worth mentioning. Great food at the local hotel restaurant! We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would absolutely recommend it to anyone visiting Costa Rica. Thanks for such a great time! Pura Vida! 🇨🇷

La Fortuna Waterfall, Arenal Volcano, Hot Springs Full Day Tour

Shaharyar_A, Oct 2026

Must try experience

One of the best experiences in La Fortuna. The staff were amazing, friendly and helpful. Got a well guided hike to the waterfall and volcano. Lunch was organized very nicely too. And relaxing in hot springs at the end to top of a long and fun day. Would highly recommend it. Tour guide Chris was amazing.

Authentic Coffee and Chocolate Tour at North Fields

Tisha_R, Oct 2026

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing experience!...

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing experience! Our guide was fantastic, knowledgeable, and engaging. We got to taste delicious coffee, chocolate, and sugar cane while learning about the process. Getting to participate hands-on made the tour even more enjoyable. Highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Costa Rica!

Arenal 12 Zipline Cables Experience Fly over La Fortuna Waterfall

Brad_M, Oct 2026

Professional and Friendly all around

Excellent experience!!! It was my first time, my husband and MIL had done it, but the guides were extremely professional and experienced in making visitors comfortable and safe. Instructions were clear and we had so much fun interacting with them all day! They kept an eye out for people in our party who needed to take their time between platforms and were nothing but encouraging and lively. Excellent! Excellent! Excellent! Oh - BUY THE PICTURES!!! Super good quality and they actually take from flattering angles 🤣

La Fortuna: ATV Adventure Through Rainforest & Volcano Views

JLC, Sep 2026

Don't Leave Costa Rica Before Doing This Tour!

This was an incredibly fun adventure! Our guide was great and we were on 3 different terrains. One thing I would suggest is a bit more instructions on how you handle the ATV when you get to uneven areas. Using the brake at the wrong time, versus just letting up on the gas is an important detail. I did get banged once. But all was well. Would highly recommend this tour!

Adventure in Volcano Combo Tour! - Zip Line, Waterfall, Hot Springs and More

Kristen_V, Sep 2026

One of the best days of our lives!

We had such an amazing experience on our excursion in Costa Rica! Our tour guide, Bernie, was absolutely incredible from start to finish. He was extremely knowledgeable about Costa Rica, the wildlife, the history, and the area, and he made the entire experience both fun and educational. Most importantly, we always felt safe and well taken care of. Bernie was attentive, helpful, and went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed and were comfortable throughout the entire excursion. You could truly tell how passionate he is about what he does and how much he genuinely cares about giving people a great experience. Bernie made the excursion even more memorable for us, and we are so grateful we had him as our guide. If you’re considering this excursion, we highly recommend it—and if you get Bernie as your guide, you’re in for an amazing experience! We would absolutely do this again! 🇨🇷❤️

Arenal Volcano Canyoning and Waterfall Rappelling from La Fortuna

Matilda_V, Sep 2026

Wow! Wow! Wow!

Would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone traveling to La Fortuna! We had an incredible experience thanks to our amazing guides, Kendall, Jose, and Ronald, who were knowledgeable, friendly, and made the entire experience truly phenomenal. They went above and beyond to make the tour fun, memorable, and safe from start to finish.

Balsa River White Water Rafting class 2/3 in Costa Rica

Chelsea_G, Sep 2026

The best time!

We had the best time! This was an amazing experience. We traveled with a party of 7 including 3 kids. The class 2/3 was perfect for the whole family. The kids had a blast! And out captain Colon was awesome! Spotted lots of wildlife while floating on the calmer areas of the river also which was a cool bonus! The fruit stop was delicious and the food provided in our tour was amazing also! If you want to do any rafting in the area I highly recommend!!!!

Canyoning Adventure Rappelling Waterfalls in Arenal Volcano

PaulaFrances_S, Aug 2026

This was such a fun and...

This was such a fun and adventurous experience for my active family (kids ages 10 and 13). Each rappel was different but all led to the large 230 foot rappel. The guides made us feel very safe and did not pressure you into doing the biggest rappel. They also made recommendations based on skill. For example, my 10 year old opted just to watch the rest of us do the biggest rappel and that was just fine. A must-do for those who love a bit of adventure and stepping out of your comfort zone in a safe environment. We have Keen type closed toe sandal shoes but opted to wear running shoes with good tread as the rocks are slippery. Happy we did. Also, prepare to get soaked and to hike. Would not be a good fit for those who suffer from knee/ankle problems or for those who are very out of shape.

Sunset Catamaran & Snorkeling Tour in Playa Flamingo

Ali_H, Jul 2026

Sun set Catamaran

The sun set catamaran was amazing!!! We brought our family of 8, ages 70s to 8 years old. It was fun!!! We had the opportunity to paddle board, snorkel and just swimming in the ocean. The food was amazing, tacos, salad, pasta salad and chips. We had unlimited drinks! The hospitality by Angel, Luis and Erick was amazing! We saw dolphins!