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plpm2020, Nov 2026
Tortuguero from San José, Costa Rica
A 100% recommended tour, ideal if you are looking for an experience with a certain degree of difficulty but prefer to do it without a rental car, traveling comfortably by bus and in a guided way.
To visit Tortuguero, it is much better not to waste time attempting a solo adventure like Indiana Jones. The ideal thing is to choose this three-day, two-night tour, led by totally competent professionals.
We want to highlight our guide Oscar, a person as cultured as few, extremely friendly and prepared to resolve any unforeseen event. We also want to thank Rolando, an excellent driver in every sense.
As advice for future travelers: remember to leave a good tip in the European style, since it is greatly appreciated here. You will return to San José feeling that every cent invested was totally worth it.
Lakshmi_T, Oct 2026
Horseback Riding: River Swims, Fresh Sugarcane, and First-Time Horseback Riding
e horseback riding tour was great! We were even able to canter the horses and swim with them in the river. The host family was very friendly, made fresh sugarcane juice, and offered us so many delicious fruits from their garden. It was my husband’s first time riding, and he absolutely loved it. Highly recommend it !
Ugesaaan333, Oct 2026
Wonderful experience
The explanations by the student tour guides, who were rich in expertise, were very interesting. It's a valuable experience to see sloths, endemic birds, and plants on campus. I am fluent in English and Spanish, and everyone in the tour enjoyed it.
I was able to observe a lot through the telescope.
It became a special memory because it's a place you can only participate in on a tour. The cost is also very cheap. It was a wonderful tour.
ERNESTO_M, Oct 2026
A super productive day and an incredible experience!
I took advantage of a free day during a work trip to San José to take the tour to Poás Volcano, the Doka Coffee Estate, and La Paz Waterfall Gardens, and it could not have been a better decision.
The tour is extremely complete, dynamic, and is very well organized; you make the most of the day and each of the stops is a place worth visiting.
Special mention to the guide, who was super friendly, attentive, and had incredible knowledge about the history, nature, and local culture. His passion for what he does is evident, and he made sure that we enjoyed the experience from beginning to end.
If you visit San José for business and want to take advantage of a day to see the best of Costa Rica, this excursion is the perfect option. Totally recommended!
Rebecca_S, Oct 2026
Wonderful Experience - Highly Recommend
This was an incredible day. Olman was kind, knowledgeable, and just overall great. The experience itself was magical - 3 entirely different experiences all in one day. And there was time to really experience each of the sites. I would absolutely recommend this to anyone interested in a daylong excursion outside the city and into the absolute beauty of Costa Rica.
Rachel_L, Sep 2026
Great combo tour, well worth it!
Great day! Breakfast and the tour at the Doka coffee farm was super interesting and Mauricio answered all or questions about the species of coffee plants and how the beans are processed to make coffee. We then drove up to Poas volcano, where the rain and fog had moved in so we were unable to see the crater. It would have been great to be able to wait for the weather to move out. La Paz waterfall gardens was easily the highlight of this tour. There were so many animals to see, and the hike along the waterfall route was beautiful in the rainy weather. Overall a really great day!
R4935XLb_rbarac, Sep 2026
Poas + Coffee hacienda
Hello, Katherine 😊
The trip was excellent! It was a very pleasant day and I enjoyed the experience a lot.
Also, I wanted to highlight that the guide was very attentive, kind, and looked after us during the entire tour. He made the experience even better.
Thank you very much for all the attention and for the excellent organization. I am very happy with the tour!
Brian_H, Sep 2026
We booked the private...
We booked the private Premium Adventure from San Jose Arenal Volcano Waterfall and Thermal tour and we had a great experience. Our guide, Adrian, led us on an incredible tour. It turned out to be a rainy day but that did not put a damper on our adventure. On our way to the volcano we saw waterfalls and wildlife including coati, hummingbirds and toucans. We sampled local foods and even visited a coffee plantation. We spent time relaxing in the heated river as well as the heated pools of the resort. The cloudy skies obscured our view of the volcano at the overlook but we were lucky enough to get a view of the peak from the restaurant in Fortuna. Adrian is a fantastic guide. He was not only knowledgeable about Costa Rica but also friendly and fun to explore with.
marcosJ8536TP, Aug 2026
Great experience in Costa Rica!!!!
The tour we took today was the best one my family and I had in Costa Rica, our guide Alex makes this experience lived in a super incredible way, enjoying everything wonderful that Costa Rica has, its coffee plantations, the impressive waterfalls, tasting the delicious food that this country offers, the zip lines with such green landscapes that fill you with life, and closing with its hot springs that take you to a relaxation you don't know you need. Capi Capi!!!
Annalea_B, Jul 2026
Memorable Moments
Our ATV tour was absolutely amazing! It was the perfect combination of adventure, excitement, and breathtaking scenery. The ATVs were in great condition, the guides were friendly, professional, and made sure everyone felt safe and comfortable throughout the ride.
The entire experience was so much fun and created memories we'll never forget. Whether you're a first-time rider or have ridden before, this tour is definitely worth it. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for an unforgettable adventure. Thank you to the whole team for such a fantastic experience
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!
K713ADchristopherj, Jul 2026
An experience spread over two days
We had the pleasure of experiencing the Pacuare whitewater rafting as part of a group trip.
A good hour into the jungle - there an unusual and heartwarming stopover with two overnight stays and then about 3 hours out of the jungle back to normality - a real highlight of our trip
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There’s no denying that most people travel to Costa Rica for the country’s natural attractions—but if you skip San Jose, you’re truly missing out. San Jose, Costa Rica tours are the best way to see the city’s highlights, whether that means strolling through the lively Central Market or catching a show at the National Theater. You can also use San Jose as a starting point for your adventures, including day trips to popular spots like Arenal Volcano and Tortuga Island.
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