Top San Jose Adventure Tours - page 3

When it comes to touring active volcanoes, always travel with a local. You’ll do just that on this tour: First, you’ll get whisked off to Irazu Volcano National Park, home to the highest volcano in the country. After some exploring, you’ll move to the Turrialba Volcano, likely spewing gases and ash. Not only will your guide will lead you safely—they’ll keep you from going home with those awkward selfies.

Head out from San Jose to explore two quintessential Costa Rican icons: volcanoes and the Sarchi ox carts. On this private tour, you’ll start at the active Poas Volcano, gazing from the edge into the water-filled crater below. Then you’ll head to Sarchi, the most famous craft center in the country, to learn all about the famous painted ox carts, the town’s internationally recognized woodworking scene, and more.

Discover some of Costa Rica's top destinations on an 8-day tour from San Jose with accommodation included at superior-class hotels. You'll see the sights of San Jose, and then head out of the city to Irazú Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens, Arenal Volcano (Volcan Arenal), Tabacon Hot Springs, and La Fortuna Waterfall. As you enjoy six full-day excursions with a guide, you'll have the chance to explore the country's natural attractions and lush landscape.

Discover the heart of adventure in Costa Rica with this exhilarating ATV activity. Explore the lush jungles, picturesque river paths, and pristine beaches, all while taking in the beauty of the landscape from the mountaintop with an unobstructed view of the majestic ocean. This privately guided tour promises a thrilling and unforgettable experience, offering a perfect blend of nature, adrenaline, and fun.

Your breath-taking, adventure begins with a pickup from your hotel and a relaxing private drive through the wonderful Costa Rican countryside. After a 90 minute drive from San Jose, you will arrive to Tarcoles River. The Tarcoles River is home to one of the world’s largest crocodile populations in the wild and they are very easy to admire during our 90 minutes boat tour. Get up close with American crocodiles of all sizes and observe an abundance of beautiful exotic birds! Enjoy spectacular rainforest scenery and cruise through dense mangrove forest canals. Spot jungle wildlife such as iguanas, lizards, and monkeys. After the tour, enjoy a delicious typical lunch and explore the souvenir store. Continuing our tour, a short drive to Carara National Park will allow us to get deep inside the rainforest in this unique ecosystem, where many beautiful wildlife species are common to see such as the Scarlet macaw, monkeys, snakes, armadillos and more.

With this private half-day tour, exploring active volcanoes couldn’t be easier. Picked up right from your hotel, you’ll make the scenic 1-hour ride to Irazu Volcano National Park and its namesake volcano—the highest in the country. You’ll explore this fiery wonderland with a guide (greenish-yellow crater lake and all), witness the old town of Cartago, and so much more.

Discover the best of Carthage from San Jose in one day. Embark on a unique adventure exploring the majestic Irazu Volcano, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. Immerse yourself in the history and mysteries of Carthage, Costa Rica’s first capital, by visiting iconic sites such as the Sanatorium Durán, the Basilica of Our Lady of the Angels and the Ruins of St. James the Apostle. This tour is designed for those looking for a perfect combination of nature, history and mystery, with the comfort of a small group and an expert local guide. This tour offers a premium and personalized service in small groups and comfortable vehicles.

Full of crocodiles, howler monkeys, macaws, toucans, and much more, Tortuguero National Park is a conservation area interlinking the rainforest to the beach by canals, lagoons, and rivers. This overnight experience takes you from your San Jose hotel to the village of Tortuguero. When you wake at dawn, you’ll cruise down the canals into the national park to see the sunrise.

Discover the biodiversity of Costa Rica on a day trip from San Jose to the Monteverde Cloud Forest. The massive ecological park maintains six different climate zones and is home to more than 400 species of birds, 2,500 plant species, and hundreds of animal species. Take a stroll along the SkyWalk, standing at 130 feet, for an aerial view of the forest. This tour includes breakfast, lunch, and entrance fees.

Discover one of Costa Rica’s most beautiful national parks, Tortuguero, on a full-day private tour from San Jose. Travel comfortably with hotel pickup and board a private, fully-covered boat for your tour through the canals. Your guide sheds light on the ecosystem and points out wildlife like sloths, toucans, monkeys, and crocodiles. This moderate-level tour includes a nature walk and town visit for a complete experience.

Thanks to its warm waters and lushly forested shores, the Pacuare River is widely considered one of the most beautiful rivers in Costa Rica. This white-water rafting tour from San Jose is a fun and exciting way to experience the river in just one day. Go up against class III and IV rapids along with a guide who helps you spot wildlife like blue morpho butterflies, sloths, and toucans along the way. Then, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before heading back to San Jose.

Embark on a captivating small group journey to Poas Volcano, where you will meet the fiery heart of Costa Rica's wilderness. Led by our experienced local biologists, this intimate experience will take you as close as possible to the volcano's awe-inspiring might. Immerse yourself in lush cloud forests teeming with native flora, fauna and funga. Breathe in the crisp mountain air, explore volcanic trails. Delight yourself with traditional coffee by hand-picking the beans the old-fashioned way and tasting your own harvest, then enjoy lunch at one of our favorite birdwatching hotspots where you will see colorful flying jewels and take amazing photos. This is more than a tour; it's an intimate odyssey through the untamed beauty of Poas Volcano and its surroundings. Our company is dedicated to delving deeper than the surface. We'll lead you through the jungle with a naturalist's spirit, fueled by curiosity and a sense of wonder.

Get on the Pejibaye River totally worry-free with this all-inclusive tour. After pickup from your hotel, you’ll hop into your private car for a ride to the river—and a stop for a traditional Costa Rican breakfast. Once at the water, your guides will set you up for an exciting 3-hour float through the jungle, complete with photos, water, and towels provided.

Come in to the tropical dry forest of Costa Rica from the beach to jungle and back! Trying o find wild life and excitement. - Tour duration: Approximately 2 hours in from 9:00 am to 11:00 am - or 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Tabacon Hot Springs is considered one of the most beautiful natural attractions in Costa Rica, and visiting the natural thermal pools is even more relaxing on a guided tour. Transportation, meals, and entrance fees are already included so you don't need to plan a thing, plus a guide is by your side to share information and answer any questions throughout the day.

Get a close-up view of beautiful Poas Volcano without having to hike there on this private scenic helicopter tour. Enjoy bird’s-eye views of the huge crater, the surrounding rainforest, and the blue volcanic lagoon. Witness volcanic activity and learn more about it via headsets that connect you with the pilot. The flight lasts about one hour.

On a cruise in Costa Rica, stop off at Puntarenas for this jungle and river wagon expedition, with swimming and a boat ride included too. This is a half day excursion, where you’ll have several stops to see different things. First ride in the 24 seater wagon through the Tarcolitos River canyon, stop at the pool, then get to Carara National Park, and finish at El Jardin to buy souvenirs.

Escape into Costa Rica’s majestic nature—and get away from the crowds—on this multi-activity tour. After pickup from your hotel, you’ll head for lunch beneath the active Arenal volcano. From there, you’ll kayak the country’s largest lake (always keeping an eye out for exotic creatures), working toward a relaxing dip into nearby hot springs, all heated by the volcano you’re getting to know and love.

Experience one of the most biodiverse places on the planet with this 11-day tour of Costa Rica. Cruise through the tropical rain forests of Tortuguero National Park and soak up the sun on the pristine white sand beaches of Manuel Antonio. Discover the unique ecosystems of Monteverde’s cloud forest and relax in natural hot springs at the base of a volcano in Arenal. The tour includes all transport, park fees, many meals, and 10 nights of accommodation.

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.

Escape the crowds and go off the beaten path in Costa Rica. This small-group tour of the Ebano Natural Reserve is ideal for active travelers who want to spend time in scenic nature. You'll take a short hike through the rainforest, spotting wildlife such as colorful frogs, birds, and monkeys along the way, before arriving at a double waterfall where you can cool off with a swim.

Save yourself the hassle of planning your eight-day Costa Rica excursion, and leave the itinerary, accommodation, and most meals to the experts. In just over a week you can explore many of Costa Rica's highlights, such as national parks, coffee plantations, volcanoes, and activities like river rafting, zip-lining, and much more. The tour includes a lot of variety and will appeal to travelers with a wide range of interests.

This is Costa Rica’s wild side, all packed into one tour. After pickup from your hotel, you’ll head to Arenal Volcano National Park, where the country’s most-active volcano crackles and smokes. Rest up, because then it’s off to the Indiana Jones-worthy hanging bridges of Monteverde Cloud Forest, where you’ll literally walk through clouds! On your last day, experience Manuel Antonio National Park, famous for unspoiled beaches—and curious monkeys and sloths.

Beginner kayakers are at ease on this Sarapiqui River kayaking tour. Roll over mild class I and II rapids on your way to wildlife watching zones along the river, which runs through a biodiverse section of the jungle. You might see tropical birds, wild orchids, and more as you follow your guide along the course.