All San Jose Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

Monteverde Cloud Forest Hanging Bridges Guided Walk

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Costa Rica’s inland capital is far from the coast but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a day on a white-sand tropical island from San Jose. This full-day guided tour to Tortuga Island simplifies your travel to this Pacific coast island, eliminating the need to stay overnight. After getting there in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle, spend several hours at leisure on the beach swimming, snorkeling, and looking out for dolphins.

Tortuga Island Full Day Tour from San José with Lunch

Tortuga Island Full Day Tour from San José with Lunch

12 to 18 hoursFree Cancellation

4.4

(685)

from $115

Special Offer

San Jose By Night: Farm to Table Dinner & Cocktail Class

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover the Monteverde Cloud Forest accompanied by a certified local naturalist guide in an interpretive experience designed to reveal Costa Rica’s extraordinary biodiversity. During this guided hike through the Suspension Bridges of Selvatura Park, you will explore one of the most emblematic cloud forests in the world while knowing its flora, fauna and the importance of its conservation. With the support of a professional high definition telescope, you will have greater opportunities to observe tropical birds, mammals, reptiles, insects, orchids and other wildlife. Each tour adapts to the conditions of the day to maximize observation and offer an educational experience, authentic and unforgettable. Important : This product corresponds to the guided tour of the Selvatura Park Suspension Bridges. Park admission is only included when selecting the “Guided Tour + Entrance” rate. If you choose “Guide Only”, the ticket must be purchased separately.

Monteverde Cloud Forest Suspension Bridges with Naturalist Guide

4.2

(15)

from $41

Get out of San Jose on a day tour to the Arenal Volcano region, where you’ll get a glimpse of Costa Rica’s famous biodiversity and natural beauty. Travel through scenic farmland and villages to reach the volcano. Stop at a coffee plantation, waterfall, and look out for wildlife en route. In the shadow of the volcano, soak in natural hot springs for a refreshing experience, before returning to San Jose.

Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose

Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose

14 hoursFree Cancellation

San Jose: Bites and Sights Walking Food Tour including Markets

(1,608)

from $165

Special Offer

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

San Jose Walking Nature Tour: Sloths, Birds and Trees

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

(1,161)

from $35

Monteverde Cloud Forest Night Wildlife Experience

4.6

(399)

from $32

Enjoy an exciting zipline adventure with incredible views of the Arenal Volcano (if weather permits) at Airtime Zipline Adventure, located just minutes from downtown La Fortuna and next to the famous Sloth Watching Trail. The course features 9 cables (including a practice line) and 10 platforms, built with sustainable and recycled materials. Perfect for families and beginners, this activity offers a thrilling experience without extreme heights children 4 years and older are welcome! Our professional guides will ensure your safety and fun throughout the tour. We operate with all official permits and insurance from the Costa Rican Tourism Board (ICT), giving you total peace of mind. On clear days, you’ll soar with amazing volcano views while enjoying a memorable experience surrounded by nature. The adventure lasts only a couple of hours, so it’s easy to fit into your La Fortuna itinerary.

Zipline Tour in La Fortuna with Arenal Volcano Views

Zipline Tour in La Fortuna with Arenal Volcano Views

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(319)

from $55

Sarapiqui River, Costa Rica Rafting Tour Adventure

Certified Professional Guides: Skilled and experienced to provide safe and enjoyable trips. Verified & Insured Adventures: All trips are fully insured for your peace of mind. Unmatched Experience & Professionalism: Decades of expertise in rafting and kayaking tours. Commitment to Sustainability: We prioritize eco-friendly practices to protect Costa Rica's natural beauty. Worldwide Adventure Compliance: Adhering to international adventure tourism regulations. Perfect for Families, Friends, Groups, and Schools: Tailored adventures for every type of guest.

Sarapiqui River, Costa Rica Rafting Tour Adventure

3 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(16)

from $79

Poas Volcano National Park - Admission Ticket

Poás volcano is a powerful symbol of the geothermal forces that formed Costa Rica. When the mist and clouds part you’ll see the sulfuric, bubbling, green rain fed lake at the bottom, surrounded by smoke and steam rising from fumaroles. Water from the lake is constantly seeping through cracks in the hot rock, evaporating and building pockets of steam. When the pressure in these pockets exceeds the weight of the water above, the steam breaks through in geysers that rocket up to 820 feet (250 meters) high. Don’t worry about getting a shower though, the crater is 1,050 feet (320 meters) deep. At almost a mile (1.6 km) across it’s also the largest active crater in the world. New safety features have been added to protect visitors in case of particularly heavy activity.

Poas Volcano National Park - Admission Ticket

20 to 45 minutesFree Cancellation

3.4

(44)

from $32

La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Wildlife Refuge Tour from San Jose

Safely immerse yourself in Costa Rican nature and wildlife on a 7-hour tour to La Paz Waterfall Gardens. Leave the busy streets of San Jose behind in comfortable air-conditioned transportation from your hotel. Discover more than 100 species at the sanctuary, including titi monkeys, 2-toed sloths, pumas, and toucans. You can even feed hummingbirds by hand. Have your camera ready for the cloud forest, waterfalls, and aviary.

La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Wildlife Refuge Tour from San Jose

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(311)

from $135

As one of the most popular parks in Costa Rica, Manuel Antonio National Park is a must for visitors. This guided tour from San Jose makes visiting on a time crunch a cinch—your guide takes the guesswork out of deciding which trails are worth the effort, plus helps you spot wildlife along the way. This tour includes breakfast and lunch, and is specifically timed to avoid the crowds, helping you have the best possible experience exploring.

Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose

Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose

12 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

(821)

from $169

Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner

14 hoursFree Cancellation

Remote Tortuguero is difficult to reach independently, meaning some people put it in the “too hard” category. Simplify your trip to this off-the-beaten-track eco-tourism destination during a convenient 3-day tour from San Jose. Two nights’ accommodation in a 4-star lodge plus all meals are included, so you don’t need to make extra bookings. Learn about the local wildlife and ecosystem during a guided tour of Tortuguero National Park.

(3,683)

from $185

Tortuguero : All Inclusive Package 2 Nights 3 Days from San Jose

3 daysFree Cancellation

4.4

(90)

from $499

View several of Costa Rica's top scenic attractions in a single day, and leave all the logistics and planning to someone else, on this hassle-free day trip from San José. Traveling via air-conditioned vehicle, head first to Poás Volcano, an active volcano known for its vast crater and bubbling lake. Then, make a scenic stop at La Paz Falls before enjoying a tour and tasting at a local coffee farm.

Poás Volcano and Coffee Tour with Tasting and La Paz Falls

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.2

(154)

from $105

Rainforest Aerial Tram Half Day Pass – Braulio Carrillo Park

Explore Irazú Volcano, the highest volcano in the area, reaching 11,000 feet (3,432 meters) above sea level, on this full-day combo tour. After visiting the volcano, descend to the city of Cartago, the former capital of Costa Rica, where you will stop at the Basilica of the Angels. Also see the Orosi Valley, known for its diversity of crops, such as coffee and sugar cane. Next, explore the ruins of one of the oldest ruined churches in Costa Rica in Cartago.

4.2

(101)

from $78

4 in 1 : Irazu + Orosi + Lankaster + Lake Cachi with Lunch

7 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(66)

from $150

Arenal Volcano and Thermal Hot Springs from San Jose

13 hoursFree Cancellation

4.3

(245)

from $205

San Jose Sightseeing City Tour

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

4.3

(61)

from $95

Visit three Costa Rican highlights in one day on this guided tour from San José. First explore a Starbucks-owned coffee farm, learning all about how your morning brew is grown, harvested, and roasted. Next, visit the Poas Volcano Crater and marvel at its powerful geysers and bubbling lake of aquamarine water. Then, experience La Paz Waterfall Garden–a lush rainforest that boasts spectacular waterfalls and exotic wildlife. Finally, stop by another coffee plantation and enjoy a lunch of traditional Costa Rican fare.

Poas Volcano waterfalls and coffee tour from from San Jose

Poas Volcano waterfalls and coffee tour from from San Jose

8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(170)

from $149

Transportation TO or FROM SJO Airport to Jaco Beach Area. Private

Enjoy a hassle-free arrival in Costa Rica by pre-booking your private transfer from Juan Santamaria Airport in San Jose to Jaco. Save time by not having to wait in line for a taxi or for others in a shared shuttle. Your driver will meet you at the airport, assist with luggage, and take you straight to a comfortable vehicle. Sit back, relax and enjoy the ride, and arrive in Jaco in stress-free comfort.

Transportation TO or FROM SJO Airport to Jaco Beach Area. Private

(27)

from $80

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.

From San Jose: Zipline, Horseback, ATV, Surfing, & Chocolate Tour

From San Jose: Zipline, Horseback, ATV, Surfing, & Chocolate Tour

10 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(143)

from $171

Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Full Day Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Coffee Plantation Experience

(795)

from $185

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What are people saying about San Jose

MichelleD_H, Jul 2026

Lovely tour!

The day was long but soooo worth it! The day started with a timely pick up from our tour guide, Olman. He was kind, had a fun personality, communicated very well in English, and he was also very patient with me as I practiced my Spanish! The tour van was very clean, the A/C was in perfect order, and lovely jazz music was played on the ride home. The tour was great. We enjoyed our first stop at the coffee plantation. Olman was very knowledgeable about all things coffee! After visiting the grounds, we enjoyed a delicious cup of coffee. This was a very relaxing experience. We also made an impromptu stop to taste locally grown strawberries. What I appreciated is that each stop left enough time for us to chill out--we never felt rushed. The volcano and lagoon tour was slightly less eventful due to the weather. It was a very cloudy and foggy day. At some point, the clouds shifted for a couple of minutes and allowed for a blurry glimpse of the volcano and lagoon. Unfortunately,Mother Nature wasn't very friendly! Finally, the visit to La Paz was beautiful. The animals and waterfalls were spectacular. We took some really nice photos. Be prepared for lots of steps! The lunch buffet was plentiful and tasty. I'd recommend this tour with Olman and wish you a sunny day to see the Poás Volcano and blue lagoon! Enjoy!

Zipline Tour in La Fortuna with Arenal Volcano Views

Vinodkumar_B, Jul 2026

Great experience

Great experience overall! This is the perfect zipline adventure for beginners and intermediate thrill seekers. The staff were friendly, professional, and communicated clearly in both English and Spanish, making the entire experience enjoyable and easy to follow. I would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting the area.

La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Wildlife Refuge Tour from San Jose

lynn_p, Jul 2026

Beautiful experience. ...

Beautiful experience. Harlan (tour guide) was amazing - kind and knowledgeable. He knew many of the staff and because there were only two of us we had some lovely encounters other larger groups would not have. Highly recommend. And bring a raincoat or poncho!

From San Jose: Zipline, Horseback, ATV, Surfing, & Chocolate Tour

jeanine_r, May 2026

Super fun! Diego our...

Super fun! Diego our driver was so nice and would make any stops necessary like going to the bathroom or grabbing breakfast real quick. The people at the park were so nice as well! They made us feel safe and have a good time while doing the zipline/ ATV. I’m glad I took a chance on this!

Chocolate Making and Tasting at a Local Factory in San José

Kacy_M, May 2026

Such a fun thing to do in San Jose!

We had such a lovely time learning all about the harvesting of cacao and the production of chocolate! It was very cool to be able to taste the products at each stage of the harvesting, roasting, and producing process! Making our own chocolate bars was definitely the highlight and the instructions were clear and easy to follow! We loved all the variety in the toppings and fillings you could use and getting to make our own boxes for our bars was a bonus. The location, right in San Jose, made this an excellent option for us to do with only half a day to spend in the city.

Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose

Kasia_S, May 2026

Jorge and Ronald were...

Jorge and Ronald were great! There was only two of us and they were still enthusiastic about giving us the tour and full experience. We saw lots of wildlife (sloths, toucan, monkeys, etc) and learned a lot about Costa Rica’s agriculture and history. There were lots of cool stops along the way that made the drive feel shorter too. Breakfast and lunch were delicious. Overall, a wonderful day and excellent experience!

Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner

Miranda_B, May 2026

Best Tour!

Firstly, Steven our guide and Victor our driver were absoulutely wonderful. We love Steven! Absolute best guide and so blessed we had him for our trip. He also made little stops along the way to show us animals like a toucan, macaw, and sloths! The food included was great as well. The hot springs were beautiful. The ziplining was fun! Id definitely do another tour with Steven again.

Poás Volcano, Café Doka and Peace Falls Day Tour

Sofia_C, May 2026

Really nice tour,...

Really nice tour, especially for a first time visitor like me. The coffee and breakfast at Doka were amazing and learning about the coffee making process very iinteresting. The Poas Volcano is absolutely incredible and it should not be missed, even if the view is very affected by the weather. La Paz Waterfall is a beautiful place, a bit sad to see the animals in cages but unfortunately they are rescued animals that can't be reintroduced in the wild. I think most of these places can also be visited without a guided tour, but if you don't have a car or just want to relax, this tour is a great option.

4 in 1 : Irazu + Orosi + Lankaster + Lake Cachi with Lunch

Lukas_R, Mar 2026

This tour is great if you...

This tour is great if you want to see a variety of places in one day. The lunch was a highlight — probably the best meal I had during my 7-day stay in Costa Rica. I also appreciated that the guide added an extra stop at the Cartago ruins when I asked. Highly recommended.

Tortuguero : All Inclusive Package 2 Nights 3 Days from San Jose

Kathy_D, Mar 2026

Take This Tour!

This trip was terrific. Our tour guide Marco went out of his way to ensure everyone had an informative and entertaining time. Even though we had lots of rain, we were able to enjoy all aspects of our trip. The accommodation and meals were good and the transportation by bus and boat was interesting. We would recommend this tour to anyone interested in exploring this part of Costa Rica. Thanks.

Poas Volcano waterfalls and coffee tour from from San Jose

Mary_K, Mar 2026

Multi tour

If you are crunched the time and you want to have a little bit of everything in one excursion, this is a really good excursion. I got to see an active volcano, waterfalls, and the coffee tour was actually surprisingly interesting. I didn’t know a lot of things and I’m taking all this knowledge back home to make better coffee. Our tour guide kept us safe. And I had to take beautiful videos of the waterfall. I really connected with nature. Thank you so much for a beautiful care.

Monteverde Cloud Forest Night Wildlife Experience

Clayton_H, Mar 2026

Don’t sleep on this! Pun intended. But seriously, great refuge and service providers!

We were lucky enough to have Luis as our guide. He was amazing! Friendly, knowledgeable and was considerate of the forest. We were able to see more wildlife than I expected to see. Pit vipers, armadillos, several species of frogs and even a few beautiful birds nesting. My daughter was stung by a bee, which is no reflection of the property or the tour in any way. It’s a known risk of being in the jungle at night. A minor bee sting and wasn’t a concern. I bring this up, because our guide was equipped with a fist aid kit and showed compassion and had kind words to make sure we all knew it’s a standard bee sting and how to treat it for comfort. Well done Luis! If we are back in the area, I will certainly take another tour with Luis!