All San Jose Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026 - page 25

Private 8-Day Costa Rica Luxury Tour

8 days

from $5,508

Round trip transfer from San Jose Airport to La Fortuna/Arenal

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

3.7

(3)

from $465

Per group

Cultural Night in San Jose Theatre Local Experience

Experience a unique cultural experience in the heart of San Jose with this night tour that combines comfort, art and entertainment. The tour begins with the transfer from your hotel to the selected Theatre in the city, where a live performance will be presented that may include plays, cultural presentations or artistic shows representative of Costa Rican identity. During the experience, visitors can enjoy the architecture, cultural atmosphere and local artistic talent, turning the night into a memorable moment full of history and expression. At the end of the function, transfer back to the hotel will take place, ensuring a comfortable and safe experience. This tour is ideal for those who want to know a different facet of Costa Rica, beyond nature, connecting with its culture and art in an authentic atmosphere.

Cultural Night in San Jose Theatre Local Experience

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Enjoy a lovely two-night-stay at the jungle of Sarapiqui; this is a well-known region for its amazing and rich biodiversity as well as for being an adventure seeker’s dream destination. Lying in the northeast of the country and bordered by Nicaragua in the north, Sarapiqui is a very popular tourist getaway for families and thrill-seekers alike. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS Sarapiqui: A unique town and river area. The incredible biodiversity and adventure you can find in Sarapiqui are unbeatable. Sarapiqui is home to find several nature reserves, protected areas and national parks. Thanks to the Rio Sarapiquí the land is fertile, and agriculture thrives in this region. Sarapiqui River: If you are in the mood of adventure and enjoy the outdoors, you must experience the white water rafting down the River Sarapiqui, one of the best places to do rafting in Costa Rica. This is a great way to catch a glimpse of this region’s wildlife including monkeys and birds plus lots of adrenaline!

from $57

3 Day Sarapiqui with River Rafting from San Jose

3 Day Sarapiqui with River Rafting from San Jose

3 daysFree Cancellation

from $703

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.

11-Day Jewels of Costa Rica from San José

11 days

4.2

(14)

from $2,324

On this two-day rafting adventure, you will journey through one of the world’s most spectacular whitewater rivers, combining thrilling rapids with moments of pure natural beauty. At the end of your rafting day, you will arrive at Ave Sol River Sanctuary, an exclusive jungle retreat nestled along the riverbanks and surrounded by pristine rainforest. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS The Pacuare River: considered one of the most spectacular whitewater river journeys in the world and is widely celebrated for its pristine rainforest setting, dramatic canyon walls, and thrilling Class III and IV rapids that excite both beginners and experienced rafters alike. Flowing through unspoiled jungle and overlooked by cascading waterfalls, this iconic river offers not just an adrenaline-packed adventure, but also immersive contact with Costa Rica’s lush biodiversity and tropical landscapes.

2-Day Pacuare Whitewater Rafting

2 daysFree Cancellation

Full day Sarapiqui from San Jose Volcano Hike watch wild life and Kayaking tour

from $446

12 hoursFree Cancellation

Educational tours at the Finca Integral Didáctica el Paraiso

from $153

4 hoursFree Cancellation

from $40

Private transfer from San Jose or Airport with welcome service to Tambor beach

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Do you want to visit the happiest country in the world? You have come to the right place, we offer a daily transportation service from the Juan Santamaría International Airport in San José. If you want to explore the wonderful beaches of Costa Rica, travel to visit friends and family or for your business trips, we are your best, reliable and convenient option. - We offer security and punctuality to our passengers - Experience and connections throughout Costa Rica - Our driver will wait for you in the arrivals hall - We are here to help you! Before, during and after your trip - Quality service and fair price - Roundtrip service available - Return transfer to the airport? Select our product - We are available 24/7 at the Juan Santamaría Airport - We constantly review our service to ensure that you enjoy your trip in any destination you choose.

from $308

Per group

Private Transportation from San Jose to Margaritaville

Private Transportation from San Jose to Margaritaville

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Costa Rica’s rich landscapes and vibrant culture! Begin your day exploring a lush coffee plantation, where you'll uncover the secrets of crafting the perfect brew before enjoying a hearty, wood-fired breakfast of local flavors. Next, ascend the majestic Poás Volcano, standing tall at 2,708 meters, where the awe-inspiring crater and serene Botos Lagoon await. The adventure peaks at the stunning La Paz Waterfalls, where you’ll be immersed in nature’s raw beauty. After a delicious buffet lunch, explore the lush rainforest and witness the breathtaking waterfalls. This tour is the perfect blend of Costa Rica’s natural splendor and cultural heritage—a day full of discovery and wonder!

from $81

Quest to Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfalls, a Coffee Plantation

12 hours

Guided Walking Sloths Observation

from $315

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

Experience our Private Full Day Shore Excursion tailored exclusively for Cruise Ship Passengers! Embark on a serene journey through the picturesque landscapes of Costa Rica as you make your way to the heart of the city. Upon your arrival, meet your seasoned tour guide, ready to lead you on an enchanting tour of San Jose. Discover the awe-inspiring allure of the Teatro Nacional Costa Rica, marvel at the grandeur of Metropolitan Church (Catedral Metropolitana), and capture iconic moments at landmarks like the Parque Espana, Jade Museum, Parque Nacional Park, and many more. Indulge in delectable local cuisine and explore a myriad of unique souvenirs to commemorate your journey. Our excursions are meticulously designed to align with your ship's schedule, allowing you to savor every moment without the worry of returning to your ship on time. We'll greet you directly at the port and ensure you return with ample time to relax and relish your day.

from $75

Full Day Private Shore Tour in San Jose from Puntarenas Port

Full Day Private Shore Tour in San Jose from Puntarenas Port

7 hours

from $611

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.

Rainforest Wildlife Walk

2 hoursFree Cancellation

from $35

Private Transportation From San José to Hotel La Mariposa

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

Experience Vista Golfo’s most complete adventure in the mountains above Miramar. Take on 17 high-rope challenges in the Big Papa course, fly across 7 zipline cables—including a 750-meter Superman line—try the Tarzan Swing, and complete an easy guided rappel. Professional bilingual guides, safety equipment, panoramic Gulf of Nicoya views, and access to the swimming pool and recreational facilities are included.

from $66

Mega Mix Adventure and Zipline at Adventure Park Vista Golfo

4 hoursFree Cancellation

One of the main attractions in Bajos del Toro is the breathtaking waterfalls that dot the area. In particular, This is a must-visit. Overall, Bajos del Toro is a hidden gem in Costa Rica, offering a unique combination of natural beauty, tranquility, and adventure. It’s an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts, outdoor adventurers, and anyone looking to experience the beauty of Costa Rica away from the crowds.

from $99

Waterfall Hiking Tour in Costa Rica

4 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

from $245

If you’re looking for an adventure and you’re stuck in San José this is the perfect mix of nature, hiking and sunshine. This is a men only tour and you will have the chance to bare it all and enjoy nature. We will be going to a local swimming hole with a waterfall close to San José. I.e. this is not an adventure where you spend all day in bus. Some level of fitness is required to cross through the river to get to our clothing optional spot. Curious, confident, or gay men welcome to join! We will meet in Parque Francia in San José and have a coffee before heading out to Ciudad Colon together. Feel free to bring snacks. Along the way we will also be stopping by a pulpería (local mom and pop convenience store) where you will be able to buy drinks and snacks as well before heading the the waterfall. Additional items you might want to bring: bug spray, water, sunscreen, crocs or flip flops.

Gay Men Only Waterfall experience close to San Jose

Gay Men Only Waterfall experience close to San Jose

4 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

from $40

Likely to Sell Out

Private Tour to Poás Volcano with Local Strawberry Tasting

Escape the crowds on this all-inclusive private tour to Poás Volcano and a family-owned strawberry farm in the highlands. Explore the crater and Botos Lagoon with your personal guide, then hand-pick strawberries and taste homemade wine, sangria, and local treats. This experience directly supports small rural businesses and offers a unique, meaningful way to connect with Costa Rica — all with personalized service, delicious meals, and private transportation included.

Private Tour to Poás Volcano with Local Strawberry Tasting

6 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

(2)

from $226

Experience hassle-free, one-way transportation with our reliable service! We offer two options: 1. **Transfer In**: From Juan Santamaría International Airport to your hotel or accommodation within the Greater Metropolitan Area (GAM), covering San José, Heredia, Cartago, and Alajuela. 2. **Transfer Out**: From your hotel in the GAM area to Juan Santamaría International Airport. Our service offers safe, comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles. With professional drivers and attention to detail, you'll enjoy a smooth ride without any worries. Whether you're arriving or departing, we've got you covered! Let us handle your transfer, so you can relax and enjoy the journey.

Private Transfer In or Transfer Out: Juan Santamaría Airport

Private Transfer In or Transfer Out: Juan Santamaría Airport

35 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes

Book your Private Arrival Transfer from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) San Jose hotel or address. Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttle queues and use our private, door to door airport transfer. We will contact you immediately after your booking to confirm it and will request any missed details of your trip if any. One day before the trip, you will receive the phone number of your driver for your convenience. Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination. • Meeting with a Nameplate • No Hidden Charges • Door-to-door Service

from $130

Per group

Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to San Jose – Private Transfer

Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to San Jose – Private Transfer

30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.0

from $58

Rafting day in one of the best rivers to practice this sport, the Pacuare. Valid for any level, if you have not done it before, you will learn and if you have already done so you will enjoy it again. Departures from any hotel in San José. Includes breakfast and picnic lunch on the river. We will pick you up at your hotel in San José to travel to the Pacuare River. Upon arriving at the operations center we will wait for you with a delicious breakfast to gain strength. Once equipped and after the safety talk, we will launch in 6-person rafts for 4 hours along the river sailing class III and IV rapids. Halfway we will have a picnic to eat and continue to the operations center again. Once finished, we can change before returning to San José, we will leave you again in your hotel

Rafting III-IV in Pacuare River

12 hours

This private day trip from San José blends Costa Rica’s natural beauty and cultural heritage in one journey. Begin at Irazú Volcano National Park, the country’s highest volcano, where you can stand on the crater’s rim and admire sweeping views. Continue to Basilica of Our Lady of the Angels in Cartago, Costa Rica’s most important pilgrimage site with remarkable architecture. The drive then takes you through the scenic Orosí Valley, where coffee farms, rivers, and traditional villages create a picturesque countryside. Finally, explore the Ujarrás Ruins, a 17th-century church surrounded by peaceful gardens. With a professional English-speaking driver, hotel pickup and drop-off, and fully customizable stops, this experience offers the perfect mix of history, spirituality, and breathtaking landscapes.

(3)

from $140

Private Tour from San José: Irazú Volcano & Cartago Sites

Private Tour from San José: Irazú Volcano & Cartago Sites

8 hoursFree Cancellation

1.0

from $250

At Aracari Experience, we offer an unforgettable adventure to the breathtaking Nauyaca Waterfalls from the Uvita area. Our expert local guides will ensure an authentic and safe experience, providing insights and support every step of the way. We offer an all-inclusive service, so all you have to do is enjoy the stunning landscapes, refreshing swims, and delicious food. Additionally, we promote respect and conservation of the environment, ensuring that your adventure is truly exceptional.

1 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Nauyaca Full Day tour

Chocolate Making and Tasting at a Local Factory in San José

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from $135

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Kathleen_R, Aug 2026

You will love this!!!

If you enjoy chocolate you will LOVE this class! Mauricio is a wonderful and patient teacher and we learned so much about chocolate from the cocoa plant to the chocolate bar and everything in between. It was eye opening and so much fun too! Mauricio was so kind and suggested locations where we might see an endangered Tapir and helped us with our Uber after class. We loved it so much we are going to do this class again when we return to Costa Rica next year!

Poas Coffee tour, La Paz Falls and Poas Volcano

Michelle_H, Aug 2026

Very nice day trip at a...

Very nice day trip at a good price. Our guide was Luis and our driver was Annie, who were both great. A lot of driving, but it is a far drive from San Jose to up the mountain. Nice bonus stops along the way, including breakfast and we saw a mama sloth in a tree with her baby! A few stops for snacks and souvenirs. The waterfall was beautiful, learned a lot about coffee making, and beautiful landscapes along the way. Unfortunately, Mother Nature didn’t let us see the volcano, just a zero visibility cloud, which was kinda cool in its own way. Overall, a good value, and a good day.

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

Emily_H, Aug 2026

Fantastic night in Costa Rica!

We had an amazing time with Angel! The trip through the market was fun and educational, we learned so much about Costa Rican fruits especially, which we then got to use to make cocktails. The empanadas were so fun to make, and the rest of dinner was delicious! Thank you Angel!

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

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!

La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Wildlife Refuge Tour from San Jose

Jennifer_o, Jul 2026

Beautiful Garden!

This was a great trip. It was great to be picked up at our hotel. The guide was very knowledgeable. He shared a lot along the way to the gardens. They stopped along the way to purchase food, gifts and coffee. The Garden was beautiful but it rained the whole time. I didn't feel confident in the rain to hike the waterfall. The included buffet was good!

Zipline Tour in La Fortuna with Arenal Volcano Views

Catherine_K, Jul 2026

So much fun!

What a great adventure for our family! As first time zipliners, we felt super safe with the practice course and professional staff! We literally flew through the rainforest and got glimpses of sloths, toucans, and so much more! A special shoutout to Alberto for his care and understanding of working with our child with Down syndrome! He worked so well with him and helped provide an unforgettable experience for our whole family! The rest of the staff was outstanding, too! Informative, engaging, and so much fun to be around! Definitely one of the highlights of our trip to Costa Rica! Pura vida!

Poas Volcano + Coffee Plantations & La Paz Waterfall Gardens Trip from San Jose

David_D, Jul 2026

Destiny Travel in Costa...

Destiny Travel in Costa Rica were amazing to deal with. no issues and contact was very quick and informative. The travel guide was absolutely incredible. The knowledge and respect he had from all the places we visited and staff at these venues really helped the experience.

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

John_D, Jun 2026

It is an Awesome Day when you see Crocs & Sloths & Monkeys!

What an excellent day! I highly recommend this day trip! Is it long? Yes! Was it awesome also YES! We saw crocodiles, Scarlet Macaws, Sloths, Monkeys, Snakes, Lizards, beautiful views, had a great breakfast with a view and an even better lunch. What a great way to spend a day in Costa Rica!

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

Javier_O, Jun 2026

Pura vida!

Had a great time. Driver and tour guide were both bilingual and very personable. Driver made it a point to keep the van tidy - van itself was modern and in very good condition. Every stop had excellent service. I had forgotten my phone in the van after drop off and they returned it quickly. As the locals say, pura vida.

From San Jose: Zipline, 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!

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.