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Embark on a sightseeing tour around the seaside city of Puntarenas, Costa Rica. Visit a local farmers market and walk along the Tárcoles Bridge looking for crocodiles. Then explore Carara National Park, taking in the lush rainforest and stunning ocean views. Check off the region’s highlights in just five hours, with photo opportunities aplenty.
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Puntarenas sightseeing tour
4 to 5 hours
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Feel the adrenaline rush of soaring over 11 different waterfalls on this Costa Rican canopy tour. Enjoy stunning views over the ocean, mountains, and rainforest on 18 zipline cables. Challenge yourself by tackling two rappelling maneuvers and a swing over a hanging bridge, then cool off with a refreshing dip in a waterfall.
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Ultimate Mega Zipline Adventure: 18 Lines Over 11 Waterfalls
3 hours 30 minutes
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Travelers wanting to experience the highlights of Puntarenas won’t want to miss this comprehensive tour. Over the course of the day you’ll visit or drive past wildlife-viewing spots, rainforest parks, beaches, markets and plantations, churches, town attractions, and more. If you’re short on time but don’t want to miss Puntarenas’ must-see spots, this is the tour for you.
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10 in 1 Puntarenas Highlights tour
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Explore the Nicoya Península and Curu National Wildlife Refuge with this private guided tour from Santa Teresa. Visit secluded beaches and walk along nature trails to see all manner of wildlife that calls the reserve home. Your naturalist guide is there to help you spot creatures that range from howler monkeys and scarlet macaws to iguanas and coati. This private tour requires a minimum of two people.
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Private Nature Adventure Tour in Curu Wildlife Refuge
4 to 5 hours
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Discover Costa Rica's enchanting Pacific rain forest from the air and water on this combo shore excursion from Puntarenas. Walk through the treetops on a series of hanging bridges at a private biological reserve, and then cruise down the Tarcoles River, home to a famous community of crocodiles. In between the eco adventures, enjoy time to shop and snack at a quaint replica of a Spanish colonial settlement.
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Puntarenas Shore Excursion: Rainforest Skywalk & Tarcoles River
5 hours
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The Cabo Blanco Absolute Natural Reserve, created in 1963, is recognized as the first protected area of Costa Rica, here we have the opportunity to show you the magic of its forest, the important history that surrounds it, as well as the great impact it had on the Costa Rican economy and conservation. This tour is perfect for nature lovers, during this enriching tour, you will have a local guide specializing in nature and history. You will begin the day discovering the wonders of this tropical forest in transition, perfect for watching birds, mammals, and reptiles, as well as giant and native trees. After a 2 hours hike through the jungle, fresh tropical fruits, water and snacks we'll be served. During the traveling time, your guide will also explaining everything about the area and will show you the different cultural towns along the way.
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Private Nature Tour in Cabo Blanco Park Costa Rica
2 to 3 hours
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Maximize your port day in Puntarenas with this jam-packed combo tour that introduces you to the best of the Gulf of Nicoya. Drive through the Costa Rican countryside to a nature reserve, explore the rain forest canopy on hanging bridges, and spot crocs on a cruise down the Tarcoles River. Check out local culture with shopping stops at a replica Spanish Village and fun souvenir store, and finish with a city sightseeing tour.
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Puntarenas Highlights 6 in 1 Shore Excursion
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Encounter the best of Costa Rica's wildlife, cuisine, and famous natural beauty on a combo shore excursion from Puntarenas. Watch adorable white-faced monkeys playing in the trees, and spot crocs and birdlife on a pontoon cruise down the Tarcoles River. Learn the history of the bustling Puntarenas port, and indulge your taste buds with locally grown fruit and an authentic Costa Rican lunch at a local restaurant, and a chance to buy authentic Costa Rican coffee.
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Puntarenas Highlights Shore Excursion
7 to 8 hours
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⭐ Why Travelers Choose This Tour This is more than a snorkeling trip — it’s a safe, relaxed and authentic marine experience in the Gulf of Nicoya. Safety First – Fully insured and government-authorized operation, led by a professional captain and trained local crew. Vibrant Marine Life – Swim in clear tropical waters surrounded by colorful fish and rich biodiversity. Dolphin sightings may occur during navigation if nature allows. Relaxed Itinerary – No rushing. We design the experience so you can truly enjoy the ocean and the scenery. Small Groups – More personal attention and less crowding. Stunning Coastal Views – Navigate among islands and lush landscapes. Local Expertise – Operated by a trusted Costa Rican marine tourism company focused on quality, safety and genuine hospitality.
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Award-Winning Turtle Island Snorkeling Tour,Marine Life & Views.
5 hours
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This is a perfect option for everyone; families, friends and visitors. Enjoy more than adventure, take back with you an experience of relaxing and a burst of adrenaline in combination with nature. Adventure Park & Hotel Vista Golfo invites you to discover the newest adventure in the Pacific area of Costa Rica (Puntarenas) just 1 ½ hours from San Jose and some other locations.
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High Ropes "Day Pass Adventure" an activity for families and friends
1 hour 30 minutes
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We have over 15 years of experiences in tourism market and as vacation planners, we are locals of El Roble town, Puntarenas, Fiesta resort’s location. We count with new fleet of vans, SUVs and coaches with wifi and air conditioning. English speaking drivers and very experienced and gentle, Timing is flexible so if you wanted to stop for food, sightseeing, photo opt it’s fine. Very profesional services in general, don’t settle for less!
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SJO Airport to Fiesta Resort Transportation
1 hour 5 minutes
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Secure yourself a seamless way of getting between Puerto Caldera and San Jose with this flexible private transfer service. A much more comfortable alternative to hot and crowded public transport, the private vehicle comes with bottled water, air-conditioning, and Wi-Fi access. You can also benefit from the ability to stop for bathroom, lunch, or photo breaks along the way.
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Private Transfer: SJO Airport ⇆ Caldera Cruise Port, Puntarenas
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This three-part tour makes for an excellent shore excursion. First, take a guided city tour as you make your way to Carara National Park, where you’ll enjoy a dune buggy ride through the rainforest and along scenic beaches. Finally, enjoy a eco-boat tour—look for aquatic birds, scarlet macaws, howler monkeys, massive crocodiles and other tropical fauna.
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Puntarenas Buggy Adventure & Crocodile River Cruise
6 hours
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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!
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Puntarenas Eco Safari Adventure Tour
8 hours
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Marvel at one of Costa Rica's most impressive volcanoes and get close to its enchanting wildlife on this 2-in-1 combo tour. Stand above the steaming fumaroles and lake-filled crater of Poas Volcano with direct summit access, and then admire smaller-scale natural wonders at the La Paz Waterfall Gardens, a beautifully landscaped animal sanctuary. A typical Costa Rican lunch and hotel pickup complete this all-inclusive tour.
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Poas Volcano and La Paz Waterfall Gardens Private Tour
8 hours
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Jungle Crocodile Safari on the Tarcoles River Cruise along the Tarcoles River, one of the best places in Costa Rica to safely observe massive American crocodiles in their natural habitat. ✔ See crocodiles, iguanas, and exotic birds like scarlet macaws and herons ✔ Safe, comfortable covered boat with bilingual naturalist guide ✔ Perfect for wildlife photography and birdwatching Carara National Park Nature Walk Explore the transition zone between dry and humid tropical forest — a hotspot for biodiversity. ✔ Easy guided walk through the forest trails ✔ Opportunities to spot monkeys, toucans, coatis, butterflies, and more ✔ Learn about the unique flora and fauna of this ecological bridge Puntarenas Coastal Highlights Enjoy a relaxed scenic drive through Puntarenas town, including: ✔ Lighthouse & Paseo de los Turistas ✔ Local fruit stands or souvenir shops ✔ Photo stops at panoramic viewpoints
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Jungle Crocodile & Carara National Park-Punta Arenas Highlights
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An ATV tour of Carara National Park lets you explore off-the-beaten-path of this Costa Rican gem. After a safety and instructional briefing, take your ATV on a guided tour along rugged jungle trails, past teak plantations, and over 14 river crossings, stopping to admire views and beaches along the way. Then, head down the Tarcoles River on a boat tour for a chance to spot crocodiles, monkeys, and more.
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Jungle ATV Tour and River Cruise. Puntarenas Shore Excursion
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Spend a day exploring Costa Rica’s beauty away from the beach on this guided shore excursion from Punta Arenas. Head out with a guide and a small group of 15 people or fewer to discover the region’s highlights, including the tropical fruits grown in nearby “fruit towns,” a wildlife area known for its population of white-faced monkeys, and a sail down the lush Tarcoles River. Tour includes entrance fees and all transportation with port or hotel pickup and drop-off.
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Crocodile Jungle River Safari & Puntarenas Cultural Highlights
6 hours
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Experience the mist-shrouded treetops and incredible biodiversity of Costa Rica's Monteverde Cloud Forest on a shore excursion from Puntarenas. Travel from the Pacific Coast to the country’s higher altitudes, where you'll explore a vast array of tropical flora and wildlife while hiking across six suspended bridges. Recharge with included lunch, and then learn about the lifecycle of Costa Rica's most famous import on a coffee plantation tour.
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Monteverde Cloud Forest and Coffee Tour Shore Excursion
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Spend the morning horseback riding from Tarcoles with an English -speaking cowboy, and then boating through the river in search of crocodiles. When you arrive at one of the ports, you will be collected and driven about an hour to town, where you will be paired with your guide and horse. After 2 hours of riding, you will have a one hour boat ride on a river with one of the world’s largest crocodile populations.
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Puntarenas Horseback Riding & Crocodile Boat Safari
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This adventure is truly special because it offers an unbeatable mix of adrenaline, cultural exploration, and authentic Costa Rican flavors—all in one unforgettable day. You’re not just zipping through the tropical rainforest; you’re immersing yourself in nature’s playground, feeling the rush of wind as you glide above lush canopies. It’s a perspective few ever get to experience. Then, transitioning into the vibrant town of Jaco, you go beyond sightseeing—you connect with its lively energy, discovering hidden gems that give the town its unique character. The culinary experience ties it all together, bringing the rich traditions of Costa Rican cuisine to life in a way that delights every sense. And just when you think the adventure is over, the final stop at the souvenir shops allows you to take home a piece of the journey, a tangible reminder of the incredible day you’ve had. It's not just a tour—it’s a collection of moments that truly define the spirit of adventure.
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Zipline and Wildlife Spotting Adventure Tour In Puntarenas
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Costa Rica is no longer the best-kept secret it once was. On the contrary, it’s a bustling hub for ecotourism with a growing ex-pat population. Leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind with a trip to Isla Tortuga of the coast of the Nicoya Peninsula. Choose from a wide variety of available activities or simply kick back and relax on white sand beaches. Either way, you'll find what you're looking for on Isla Tortuga.
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Tortuga Island Adventure – White Sand Paradise from San José
9 to 12 hours
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The lush rainforest and white-sand beaches of Isla Tortuga are part of the Islas Negritos Biological Reserve, and are located along the eastern coast of the Nicoya Peninsula. With this tour, you'll set sail aboard a large cruise ship, admire views of Isla San Lucas and Isla Tortuga from the water, and enjoy time on the island to swim, snorkel, or relax on the beach.
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Full Day Tour to Tortuga Island from San José
10 to 12 hours
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Discover the vibrant culture, rich history, and scenic highlights of Costa Rica’s Central Pacific coast on a lively and affordable shared shore excursion. Perfect for cruise ship passengers looking to explore the region in a social, high-energy group setting, this comprehensive driving tour takes you from the bustling port of Puntarenas to iconic landmarks, scenic riverways, and panoramic viewpoints. Travel in comfort on a modern, shared coach while our expert bilingual guide brings Costa Rica’s history and biodiversity to life!
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Puntarenas Sighseeing Fun Drive. Puntarenas Shore Excursion
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