All Puntarenas Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

Monteverde Cloud Forest Organic Coffee Farm Cultural Experience

Night hike wildlife observation in Santa Elena Monteverde

3 hoursFree Cancellation

A seamless journey to the enchanting Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve awaits with this reliable shuttle service. Immerse yourself in the lush greenery and diverse wildlife as you travel from your hotel to one of Costa Rica’s most treasured ecosystems. Explore the mystical trails adorned with hanging bridges and guided hikes, perfect for nature enthusiasts and families seeking adventure. With multiple departure times throughout the day, convenience is guaranteed, making it easy to tailor your exploration of this biodiverse paradise. - Hassle-free transfers to and from Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve - Expert local drivers providing insights into the region - Flexible scheduling with several daily departures - Ideal for families, adventure seekers, and nature lovers alike

Monteverde Cloud Forest Nature Day Tour

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

La Ventana is an extraordinary hiking trail in Costa Rica that beckons you into a mystical rainforest, culminating in a breathtaking viewpoint of the enchanting cloud forest. As you traverse this accessible path, you may encounter the resplendent quetzal and a variety of vibrant wildlife, making it a perfect choice for hikers of all skill levels. Don’t forget to pack plenty of water and relish the journey, enriched by fascinating insights from your knowledgeable guide. If you have only one opportunity to hike, make it La Ventana for an unforgettable adventure in the cloud forest—where every step immerses you in the wonders of birdwatching, hiking, and the captivating natural history that surrounds you.

Private tour Continental divide nature hike

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Join us for an incredible birdwatching adventure in a stunning private reserve cared for by a dedicated local family committed to sustainability and conservation. As we explore the beautiful trails, you’ll have the chance to witness an array of wildlife, from the joyful Clay-colored Thrush and colorful Blue Morpho Butterfly to the elusive Black-faced Solitaire. Keep an eye out for the dazzling Emerald Toucanet, elegant Grey-headed Chachalaca, and cheerful Brown Jay, among others. This journey is not just about observing wildlife; it’s an invitation to immerse yourself in the rich biodiversity around us. Together, we’ll celebrate the wild beauty of nature and learn about ecotourism in this pristine environment. We invite you to join us on this unforgettable journey, where we can explore and appreciate our natural world together. Prepare for a transformative experience that will deepen your connection to nature and fuel your passion for wildlife!

Intence birdwatching Monteverde

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover the most natural and authentic side of Puntarenas by navigating its mangroves. According to the tide, you can observe birds, fish, crabs, and other wildlife in their natural habitat. Get to know the fishing area, its traditions, and the life of the coastal communities while enjoying a tour surrounded by nature and discovering why mangroves are essential to the ecosystem and marine life of the Nicoya Gulf.

Mangrove and Birdwatching Tour for Cruise Ship Passengers

1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

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What are people saying about Puntarenas

Puntarenas Eco Safari Adventure Tour

Nancy_N, Oct 2026

We had a great time on...

We had a great time on the Puntarenas Eco Safari tour. Our tour guide, Pablo C, and our driver were great. Pablo was very knowledgeable and entertaining. We enjoyed feeding the monkeys and letting them climb on us. We saw multiple crocodiles as well as numerous birds on the river cruise. We finished with lunch and shopping which enjoyed immensely.

From Puntarenas: Turtle Island Day Tour

Bob_M, Aug 2026

Inside Tours was great

Overall, this was great. The company was great and their guides were great (Percy was excellent)! This is no knock on them but we felt the full day was too long to be on that beach. I wouldn't recommend doing the hike on the island. It's $7 each and you get one good view from above, but overall I wouldn't recommend doing that.

Small Group Night Walking Tour in Monteverde

Vana_G, Aug 2026

Our night walk into the...

Our night walk into the cloud forest jungle was an incredible experience. We saw everything imaginable and more, and we learned so much from our guide. The Nasua Tours Team was wonderful and we couldn't have asked for a better guided night walk. Everyone of our group is still talking about it... Highly recommend !!

Tortuga Island Tour with Costa Cat

Mark_R, Aug 2026

Just Go!

Dependable transportation from our Jaco hotel to the boat. Crew was excellent, very much service oriented and attention to detail. Boat slowed down on the way to the island to view sea turtles and dolphin. Light breakfast on the way was just enough. Once on the island, settled into our loungers and umbrella. Great location to swim, cool down and have a few drinks. Lunch was awesome.

Sunset Bioluminescence Tour by Boat

Jessica_J, Jul 2026

Boat tour with kids

Very kid friendly. You get to swim with the bioluminescence/phytoplankton so make sure you wear a swim suit and bring dry cool others/towel. The kids loved it! (We have a 4 y/o and 8 y/o) You get to tour the small islands as well and see the birds. We actually saved a bird from the water that couldn’t swim.

Tortuga Island Snorkeling Boat Tour from Santa Teresa Costa Rica

Isbel_O, May 2026

Very organized group of...

Very organized group of tour guides, awesome crew, pickup was timely and efficient. Crew was very prepared and made us feel safe, cutting up fruit and making the experience overall great. The boat ride was comfortable and fun, there was good shade. Snorkeling was also very fun, we went to 2 spots and saw some cool fish. Lunch was fine but we had complimentary beers/soda all day and relaxed on isla tortuga. An amazing day, would definitely recommend

Puntarenas sightseeing tour

Janice_B, May 2026

Tour was so much more...

Tour was so much more than expected for the money. Our tour guide was Alex, the bus driver was Ricardo. Alex was a great guide who was very knowledgeable about the area. Sorry we only got to see 1 croc but lunch was very tasty. They tried very hard to show us whatever animals that appeared on the roadside. Great Tour!!

10 in 1 Puntarenas Highlights tour

Wayne_M, Apr 2026

Puntarenas Brilliant Tour

This was one of the best Viator tours we have been on from a cruise ship. Hazel (tour guide) was brilliant and consistently explained amazing information about the places, wildlife and general issues related to Puntarenas and Costa Rica. We would highly recommend this tour for its ease of access, great vehicles and amazing tour itinerary.

Puntarenas Shore Excursion: Rainforest Skywalk & Tarcoles River

Robert_H, Apr 2026

Lots of crocs

This is a great experience to combine the crocodile river tour with the rainforest sky walk and hike. Our guides were super knowledgeable and took us to areas where they knew that some of the Scarlet Macaws would be. As well as seeing. 10+ crocodiles, we saw a Tucan, a sloth, various monkeys, frogs, lots of different birds and lots of fauna. This was an excellent excursion for wildlife and nature fans!

Shore Excursion Puntarenas: Mega Zipline (18 Cables, 11 Falls)

jacqueline_T, Apr 2026

Daniel, Wagner and Philip were the BEST!

We are in our mid and upper 60s and were able to do this, but it is very challenging and there is a lot of steep uneven terrain. We keep ourselves in pretty good shape so no problems but I would be cautious if you are not very fit. The guides were very friendly, our ship was late, but they waited for us at the port and the driver had a great attitude when he picked us up, even though he had waited for quite a long time in the heat. They couldn’t keep our group waiting at the zip lines so they sent them off without us, but then had other guides ready to go when we got there! They really went out of their way to accommodate us and make sure we had a great time! We highly recommend this tour. The views are beautiful. The terrain and countryside are amazing and we even got to play with monkeys!

Extreme Zipline tour in Monteverde

Sebastian_I, Jan 2026

Great experience in Monteverde!

This is an amazing experience to do in Monteverde, totally recommend it. The superman zip lines are incredible and also the Tarzan swing, the other ones are more normal and similar to other that you may have done in the past, but only for the ones that I mentioned is worth it. One thing that I would recommend is to do it on a day that the weather is favourable, I did it with strong winds and a bit of rain and this was a bit uncomfortable, so take that in consideration, also another recommendation try to bring dark or old clothes since they can get a bit dirty.