Top Activities on the Ground in San Jose - page 2

The best views of the cloud forest near Monteverde are undoubtedly from above—if you can get high enough. On this 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 glorious endemic biodiversity.

This sampler adventure tour from San Jose fits the best of Costa Rica's rivers and rainforests into one action-packed day. En route, go croc-spotting at a famous overlook on the Tarcoles River. Then head to the jungle adventure park where you can choose two activities from a list of thrilling options, including ziplining, horseback riding, surfing lessons, an ATV adventure, and a mountain bike tour.

Explore three levels of lush Costa Rican rainforest from the floor to the canopy on an Aerial Tram tour of Braulio Carrillo National Park. Learn about local flora and fauna as you walk along nature trails, explore specialty gardens, and glide over treetops in an aerial tram for unrivaled views of the natural landscapes.

In just one day, it’s possible to visit top Costa Rica attractions including Arenal Volcano, La Paz Waterfall, and Arenal Hot Springs when you book this full-day guided tour from San Jose. All-inclusive private transport smooths over otherwise tricky transportation logistics, and your guide keeps you entertained and informed as you explore. This tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, all entrance fees, plus two meals, adding up to a great value.

Experience the sights, sounds, and flavors of San Jose on an evening bus tour. Starting from your hotel, board a comfortable double-decker bus with a welcome drink. See over 25 of the city’s landmarks as you take a bus tour, and stop for bilingual guided tours at key locations, including the Costa Rican Art Museum. Enjoy an included dinner of local cuisine before drop-off back at your hotel.

Embark on a scenic full-day adventure from San José to Manuel Antonio National Park, one of the most stunning natural sanctuaries in the world. Start your day with a delicious Costa Rican breakfast, then stop at the Tárcoles River Bridge to observe giant wild crocodiles in their natural habitat—an iconic Costa Rica experience. Continue to Manuel Antonio, where your certified naturalist guide will lead you on rainforest trails in search of wildlife such as sloths, monkeys, toucans, iguanas, and colorful tropical birds. Enjoy approximately four hours inside the park, combining wildlife viewing with free time to relax on Playa Espadilla, famous for its soft white sand and turquoise waters, often ranked among the world’s best beaches. After your beach and wildlife experience, savor a traditional coastal lunch before returning to San José with breathtaking Pacific views at sunset. This tour perfectly blends nature, wildlife, and pure relaxation—an unforgettable day of Pura Vida!

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

Embark on a thrilling 6-in-1 Rainforest Adventure in Costa Rica's breathtaking Braulio Carrillo National Park! Immerse yourself in the lush jungle of Rainforest Adventures Costa Rica Atlantic eco-reserve, where a world of excitement awaits. With your multi-pass, dive into six exhilarating activities that will leave you breathless with wonder. Take to the skies on an aerial tram ride and marvel at the majestic rainforest canopy. Discover the enchanting world of native critters at the butterfly and frog garden. Test your courage as you cross a hanging bridge, feeling the pulse of the jungle beneath your feet. Immerse yourself in nature on an invigorating jungle hike, where you'll uncover hidden wonders at every turn. And for the ultimate rush, zip through the treetops on adrenaline-pumping ziplines, including one of the country's longest and fastest. Get ready for an unforgettable journey into the heart of Costa Rica's rainforest paradise!

Experience the Costa Rican cloud forest on a heart-pumping zipline adventure with a bilingual guide. After a convenient pickup from your San José hotel, travel into the jungle to zip through the forest’s green canopy on 12 strategically-placed cables. Enjoy a “Tarzan swing” halfway through the course and, afterwards, feast on a traditional Tico lunch included in the tour price.

Escape the city for a hike in the hills with a private guide. With this guided hike, trek to the 7,451-foot (2,271-meter) peak of Pico Blanco, following a scenic 3-4 mile (5-7 kilometer) route along mountain and rainforest trails. Stop along the way to refuel with water and snacks, and admire the views before hiking back down.

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

Build strength and stamina while working with your small group to complete a high ropes course in the Costa Rican rain forest. This adventure includes access to 33 high ropes activities, including swinging bridges and a Tarzan swing, and hotel pickup and drop-off is offered from San Jose area hotels.

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.

San José is characterized by its Spanish colonial buildings, Victorian mansions, and rich historical sites. This zero-emission bike tour allows you to see the city up close, avoid car traffic, and cruise through San José’s vibrant neighborhoods—past notable buildings, parks, and squares. Your guide navigates through the city and provides useful background information as you stop to appreciate local highlights.

Exploring Manuel Antonio National Park with a guide turns a standard nature walk into a chance to dig deep into Costa Rican wildlife. See monkeys, birds, reptiles, and more—your guide helps you spot animals you might not see on your own. Booking a guided tour also takes care of transportation so you can arrive from San Jose with ease.

You will be able to walk in the habitat of different mammals that inhabit our forests, such as the puma, tapir, mountain goat, among others. Our abundant vegetation will dazzle you and with luck you will have the experience of walking among the clouds. All this accompanied by expert guides who will ensure an unforgettable experience. We are located in the mountains of Coronado, San José, just 50 minutes from the center of the capital.

This Package is the perfect option for visitors who want to experience both, relaxation and a burst of adrenaline. Adventure Park & Hotel Vista Golfo invites you to discover the newest Adventure in the Pacific Area of Costa Rica, 30min from the port Puntarenas , Caldera and only at 1 ½ hours form San Jose and other locations. Experience the best adventure in combination with nature and adrenaline all that right our Adventure Park in Puntarenas Costa Rica.

If you’re looking for great value in a zipline tour, this excursion from Puerto Viejo of Sarapiquí is a great pick. This zipline canopy tour includes nine cables and 11 platforms, including one that crosses the beautiful Sarapiquí River canyon. Refreshing fruit snacks and hotel pickup and drop-off give you even more incredible value.

Towering over the city like a stone guardian, the summit of Pico Blanco is a rite of passage for hikers in Costa Rica. This is not a walk in the park; this is a true mountain adventure designed to test your limits and reward you with one of the most breathtaking 360-degree panoramas in the entire Central Valley. Led by our expert local guides, you will push through rugged terrain, navigate dense cloud forests, and tackle the final steep scramble to the iconic white-rock summit. This is your chance to earn an unparalleled view and an unforgettable sense of accomplishment. Starting from the iconic La Ventolera, this route follows a panoramic ridgeline, climbs through lush forest, and culminates in a steep scramble to the commanding summit of Pico Blanco. This experience is designed for experienced hikers with good physical fitness.

This tour begins and ends in Turrialba. The guide in charge of the group is waiting for you and will take you to the starting point of the "ride" which is near Lake Angostura. At this point we will have at your disposal a mountain bike on which you will go on an adventure. Detailed safety instructions, among others, are provided at the time of delivery of the bicycle. The adventure begins on asphalt roads and then goes through gravel roads through sugarcane plantations and tropical jungle. The level of difficulty is for beginner-intermediate, since the tour takes us through small hills, from which you will be able to observe beautiful views, such as the Pejibaye River Canyon. After this, we will descend to the community of Pejibaye, where we will have a break to have a snack. In this space we will know part of the culture of this community. The ride takes us back to the starting point in "Turri".

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.

Unmask the beauty of contemporary Costa Rican life on this walking tour of San Jose and Escazu Mountains. Led by an expert local guide, you'll navigate forest trails, cross the winding river, and be rewarded with the beautiful sight and sound of a pristine waterfall. It's the perfect way to create lasting memories just minutes from home. After spending time admiring the surroundings and enjoying taking photos we will continue to hike down the hill to Bebedero, where we have to taste chicha, a traditional local drink that has been enjoyed for hundreds of years. Our beverage will also prepare us for one of the coolest local traditions: Costa Rican masks and masquerade, and we’re taking you straight to the legends. We’ll pay a visit to a legendary local master’s house, where three generations of the same family have been making some of the country’s most beautiful masks for celebrations and special holidays. Here we’ll be enjoy a deliciuos lunch.

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.

It is a place with a lot of nature and wildlife with a large number of species of birds and flora that you cannot miss. In addition, due to its geographical location, we are very close to the international airport and GAM with easy access to visit in a day with little time.... It also has a history of the 70s, how some towns began to form in rural areas and how lived the upper class of Costa Rica