Top San Jose Hiking Tours

Manuel Antonio National Park Beach Day Tour from San José

13 hoursFree Cancellation

Full day hiking and bird watching at Savegre River San Gerardo near to San Jose

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from $163

Arenal Volcano Hike and Hot Springs Tour from San Jose

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from $122

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Sample a wide variety of Costa Rican flavors while learning about the country's cultural heritage on this San Jose walking tour. You'll shop for fruits and veggies at the Mercado Central and Mercado Borbón, visit the National Theater and Morazan Park, and try local treats including traditional picadill, a hands-on cooking class with artisanal chocolate empanadas, and specialty coffee at Mr. Sloth Coffee Shop.

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from $142

San Jose: Bites and Sights Walking Food Tour including Markets

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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from $39

Waterfall Bajos del Toro Hiking Experience

9 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover one of La Fortuna’s most complete adventure combos with zipline, a volcano hike, hanging bridges, and a natural thermal river all in one day. A full day of adventure, nature, and relaxation awaits in La Fortuna with this exciting combo tour. Soar through the treetops on a zipline adventure featuring 9 cables and 10 platforms, with stunning views of Arenal Volcano and Cerro Chato. Continue with a moderate 3 km hike at Parque Ecológico Volcán Arenal, where you’ll explore scenic volcanic landscapes with a guide. Then discover the beauty of Mistico Hanging Bridges Park on a guided walk of approximately 2.5 hours through the rainforest. End the day relaxing in a natural thermal river, where you can soak in warm waters and enjoy a volcanic mud mask. This full-day experience includes transportation, lunch, and expert guides throughout the tour.

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from $250

La Fortuna Zipline with Volcano Hike and Hanging Bridges

La Fortuna Zipline with Volcano Hike and Hanging Bridges

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Monteverde Cloud Forest Night Wildlife Experience

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from $154

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

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from $41

The best views of the cloud forest near Monteverde are undoubtedly from above—if you can get high enough. On this easy tour, take a guided nature walk along hanging bridges through the forest canopy in search of wildlife and beautiful plants. Follow your naturalist guide carrying professional optical equipment to the best viewpoints for observing the rich biodiversity, including orchids, epiphytes, and seasonal birds like the Resplendent Quetzal and Black-faced Solitaire.

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Monteverde Cloud Forest Hanging Bridges Guided Walk

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Hiking at Hacienda Ébano, a Costa Rican Natural Reserve and Ranch. The customer will experience a 1km / 0.6-mile short hike or a 2.5km / 1.6 miles medium hike through the rainforest, 2 gorgeous waterfalls with natural pools, where is possible to swim, also stunning mountain views. In the trip, the client will have the opportunity to see wildlife, such as birds, frogs, and monkeys, also many types of plants, flowers, and trees. The transportation is in a comfortable and safe 4x4 Safari style Truck.

Guided hiking Tour by the Mystic Ebano Rainforest in Costa Rica

Guided hiking Tour by the Mystic Ebano Rainforest in Costa Rica

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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from $40

Manuel Antonio National Park is one of Costa Rica's Most beautiful regions but can be difficult to reach from San Jose, As there are essentially zero public transportation options. on this full-day tour let someone else take care of the driving logistics. Highlights include stopping for breakfast and crocodile sightings, hiking with a naturalist guide who helps you identify plants and wild animals in the national park, and relaxing on the white Sands of Playa Espadilla.

Manuel Antonio Beach & National Park Day Tour from San José

13 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

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from $162

Hike the rainforest & burned forest surrounding Turrialba Volcano

5 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

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from $85

Full day Irazu volcano hiking and Cartago city Guided tour from San Jose

Go birdwatching in the Curi-Cancha Reserve in the Monteverde Cloud Forest on a half-day tour led by a naturalist guide and spot more than you would going alone. Look out for resplendent quetzals, silvery-fronted tapaculo, toucans, hummingbirds, and more—identify up to 60 species. Enjoy exploring the mountainous forest trails without the risk of getting lost. Monteverde-area transfers can be provided for an extra fee.

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from $139

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Curi-Cancha Birdwatching Tour | Small Group

Curi-Cancha Birdwatching Tour | Small Group

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Rio Celeste river waterfall, hike and hot springs tour from San Jose, Costa Rica

1 dayFree Cancellation

4.4

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from $149

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Wildlife Night tour with johnny loves nature Monteverde Nigh tour

The Night Rainforest Hike provides you with a fantastic Rainforest Experience with big surprises as 80 percent of the rainforest wildlife is nocturnal, so this tour offers a great advantage for spotting local wildlife in its natural environment. We provide flash lights for the two hour hike in search of local wildlife. This is a small group tour where we walk for two hours in the Tropical Cloud Forest in the dead of night.

Private Night Walk tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Half-Day Hiking in Pico Blanco Itzkatzú Trail

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from $300

Per group

6 hoursFree Cancellation

This is an authentic experience in the tropical forest of Costa Rica, guided by a local host passionate about nature. It takes place in a private forest, without crowds and at a quiet pace, allowing to truly connect with biodiversity and wildlife. More than a tour, it is a close encounter with the forest, where travelers feel welcome, comfortable and at home, living a natural, personal and genuine experience.

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from $150

Rainforest Wildlife Walk

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover the natural wonders of Arena Volcano on a full-day hiking tour. Skip the hassle of car rental and discomfort of public buses with end-to-end transportation from your hotel in San Jose, Alajuela, or Heredia. After a picturesque ride, enjoy a 3-hour guided hike. Next enjoy a traditional Costa Rican lunch and continue to the hanging bridges for unbeatable views. You can also purchase photos and a DVD from your tour.

from $35

Full day hot springs at Arenal Volcano and hanging brides from San Jose

Full day hot springs at Arenal Volcano and hanging brides from San Jose

Looking for the true essence of Costa Rica? Join us to discover Vuelta del Cañón, a hidden natural wonder tucked deep inside the cloud forest. Forget the crowded tourist spots—here, you’ll trek along a riverbed through a towering canyon until you stand face-to-face with one of the most breathtaking waterfalls in the country. Our expert local guides ensure your safety every step of the way while revealing the secrets of the area’s rich biodiversity. Spots are limited to guarantee an intimate, personalized experience. Don’t just scroll through photos—be one of the few who actually live the adventure!

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from $159

Vuelta del Cañón Bajos del Toro Guided Hike

Vuelta del Cañón Bajos del Toro Guided Hike

5 hoursFree Cancellation

2.0

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from $58

Educational tours at the Finca Integral Didáctica el Paraiso

4 hoursFree Cancellation

from $40

La Fortuna Zipline and Volcano Hike with Thermal River

Embark on a full day of adventure and relaxation in La Fortuna. Start with an exhilarating zipline tour featuring 9 cables and 10 platforms, offering stunning vistas of Arenal Volcano and Cerro Chato. Follow this with a guided hike through Parque Ecológico Volcán Arenal's scenic trails, perfect for active travelers eager to explore Costa Rica's diverse ecosystem. Conclude your day by unwinding in a natural thermal river, soaking in warm waters surrounded by lush nature. This combo tour includes transportation, certified guides, a traditional lunch, and all necessary equipment for a truly memorable experience. - Enjoy a full day of adventure with ziplining, hiking, and thermal relaxation - Zip across 9 cables, with lengths from 80 to 550 meters, perfect for all experience levels - Hike on moderate trails in Parque Ecológico Volcán Arenal while learning about the ecosystem - Relax for 40 minutes in a natural thermal river, ideal for rejuvenation after your activities

La Fortuna Zipline and Volcano Hike with Thermal River

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Soar through Costa Rica’s pristine Braulio Carrillo rainforest on a zipline tour featuring 10 cables, 14 platforms, and a hanging bridge. Enjoy trekking, terrarium, butterfly, and orchid gardens while spotting native wildlife with expert guides. This moderate adventure offers thrilling canopy views and peaceful jungle sounds away from crowds. Upgrade to a complete package to include a tour, sloth center, and lunch.

from $103

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Rainforest Zip-Line Adventure – Braulio Carrillo, Costa Rica

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

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from $78

Private Guided Walk to the Laguna de Colores Viewpoint

An Immersive Experience This hike will take you along uncharted trails and through a pristine forest, ensuring an immersive and unrivalled experience. You will be able to observe numerous species of high-altitude birds, such as the majestic quetzal, and walk in the habitat of various mammals that inhabit our forests, such as the cougar, the danta and the bush goat, among others, and then finish at the viewpoint of Costa Rica’s only natural color lagoon. A lagoon formed by waters of volcanic origin that stains with wonderful colors as it mixes with other tributaries. A place few people know. Our abundant vegetation will dazzle you, and with any luck, you will have the opportunity to walk among the clouds. All this, along with the benefits of physical activity that a mountain hike provides, will make your visit an unforgettable experience. This walk is for people used to playing sports for several hours. Intermediate level

Private Guided Walk to the Laguna de Colores Viewpoint

7 hoursFree Cancellation

4.5

from $159

Arenal Volcano is one of the most popular destinations thanks to its expansive national park and proximity to San Jose. Spend a full day discovering all that this area has to see and do with this day tour from Costa Rica’s capital. As the most active volcano in the country, you might hear it crackle or see smoke coming from its cone as you visit the Hot Springs Tabacon Grand Spa Thermal Resort for a soak in the warm water.

View of the Arenal Volcano fron the base of Arenal Lake

Baldi Hot Springs Arenal Volcano Fortuna Waterfall from San José

San Jose: Bites and Sights Walking Food Tour including Markets

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from $195

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Molly_B, Aug 2026

Fruits, Coffee, Empanadas and History!

Our guide, Oscar, was enthusiastic and knowledgeable! The tour gives you a great lesson on history and foods of Costa Rica. Visiting the local markets and tasting local fruits was fun and the capstone was going to Sloth Coffee Shop were we made our own empanadas and had amazing coffee with the owner, Eric, who also is very knowledgeable of Costa Rica. He brewed the coffee in an amazing pour over ceramic pot from a neighboring town. We liked it so much that we travelled there today to buy one to take home. We can’t wait to enjoy our Costa Rican coffee in our beautiful ceramic pot when we get back home.

San Jose By Night: Sights & Culture Tour with Local Dinner

Danielle_G, Jul 2026

Emil was wonderful!

Our guide was Emil and he was outstanding, extremely knowledgeable, friendly, efficient, articulate, and seems to really enjoy his work. It was a four hour experience, walking through the downtown area and nearby historic landmarks in San Jose. We stopped for chocolate and coffee at a cute local shop. The tour was relaxed, not at all rushed. After a leisurely coffee, we walked through several parks with historical significance. Finally, the tour ended with a tasty Costa Rican meal in Barrio Escalante. We enjoyed it thoroughly. Highly recommend. Five stars. Thank you, Emil! John & Danielle

Monteverde Cloud Forest Night Wildlife Experience

Eamon_G, Jul 2026

Andres was very...

Andres was very knowledgeable about many types of plants and animals we saw during the tour. We were able to see a tarantula, leopard frogs, birds, glass frogs, blue morph butterfly, spiders, and many stick bugs. The walk has uphill parts so walking shoes is a must but was relatively easy. Bring a waterproof jacket or poncho just in case is rains. Definitely recommend this night tour while visiting Monteverde

Day Trip from San Jose to Sloths & other wildlife Rescue Center

Don_R, May 2026

Wildlife refuge

This place is a sanctuary for abused neglected and injured wildlife. What I love about this place is if possible to return them to the wild but if not possible to give them a home for life. Governments all over the world should support these sancturarys.

Curi-Cancha Birdwatching Tour | Small Group

mariamcdade, Apr 2026

Excellent experience, recommended

Excellent experience, we went with positive thoughts but low expectations in terms of the wildlife (it is wild, rarely performs on cue) , but our guide, Olger, was amazing - we saw a mottled owl, capuchin and spider monkeys, a bell bird, a toucan, a hummingbird, a viper , and briefly , a quetzal!

Monteverde Sky Tram & Hanging Bridges Cloud Forest Tour from San Jose

Peter_A, Mar 2026

Great trip with fantastic guide and driver.

Great trip. Our driver Brian and guide Steven were fantastic. Friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable. The tour itself is well organised with the highlight being the Cloud Forest and Hanging Bridges. Lunch was very good. Would recommend this tour. It’s a long day, but well worth it.

Pacuare River Whitewater Rafting from San Jose

Meret_H, Jan 2026

Recommended!

Great experience! Good safety instructions and measures, great organisation (shuttle, food etc). We were first timers and had a great rafting experience with Esteban. Only small minus: there was no wildlife to be seen (wrong time of the day and also quite far away on the river), not like described.

ATV River, Beach, Jungle Adventure and Crocodiles Hotspot from San Jose

Shekena_D, Nov 2025

Phenomenal Experience 1000/10

Roger was phenomenal very accommodating, very engaging, was very informative and ensured that we felt right at home I would recommend him as the only driver when you visit Costa Rica you can find him on Instagram @skysolutionscr. Luis @ ATV tours was an excellent tour guide for the rides very knowledgeable and accommodating would highly recommend him when you’re doing this activity.

Rainforest Zip-Line Adventure – Braulio Carrillo, Costa Rica

Thomas_K, Nov 2025

The guides where...

The guides where excellent and safety was there first priority. The were very knowledgeable about the local fauna and floral. The views were great. The longest line was 700 meters and you were 20 stories above the canopy. We saw local animals hiking from platform to platform.