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Discover the stunning landscapes of Arenal on this full-day tour that combines adventure with relaxation. Visit the artisan town of Sarchí, home to the world's largest ox cart, before enjoying a tasty Costa Rican lunch in La Fortuna. Marvel at the majestic Arenal Volcano, then unwind at Baldi Hot Springs, where thermal waters invite relaxation amidst lush surroundings. This tour is perfect for travelers seeking both cultural experiences and natural beauty, offering a unique glimpse into Costa Rica's rich biodiversity. - Duration: 13 hours of exploration and relaxation - Includes round-trip transportation and bilingual guide - Visit the vibrant town of Sarchí and enjoy a traditional lunch - Access to Baldi Hot Springs with towels and lockers provided
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From San Jose, Arenal Volcano, Hot Springs and sloth guided Tour
13 to 14 hours
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Immerse yourself in daily life on a Costa Rican farm on a 4-hour agricultural tour. Offered at four convenient times throughout the day, you can easily fit this family-friendly experience into your busy vacation schedule. Enjoy hands-on experiences with farm animals, learn about medicinal plants, and see a live demonstration at the sugar mill. End your farm experience with a freshly prepared meal, before return to your hotel.
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Rio Celeste Funny Milking & Farming Experience
2 hours
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If you only have a short amount of time to discover Costa Rica, a guided tour is a great choice for making the most of it. This guided tour from San Jose includes a taste of everything: see wildlife, try tropical fruits, zipline, cruise down a river, and more. All activities and transportation are included, so you don’t have to book or plan anything extra.
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Puntarenas Private Shore Excursion: Crocodiles & Zipline
5 to 6 hours
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Make your day in Costa Rica truly special with a visit to Natuwa Wildlife Sanctuary, a refuge dedicated to the protection and rehabilitation of rescued animals such as jaguars, macaws, monkeys, tapirs, and more. Walk through lush tropical surroundings as your guide shares the inspiring stories behind each species and the sanctuary’s ongoing conservation work. This experience is perfect for cruise travelers who want to spend their day connecting with nature and discovering Costa Rica’s incredible wildlife in a genuine and educational way.
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Wildlife Tour to Natuwa Rescue Center - Small Group
4 to 5 hours
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Paddle across Costa Rica’s largest lake with front-row views of the majestic Arenal Volcano. This private, all-inclusive tour blends outdoor adventure with local flavor — enjoy a calm morning on the water, visit a rural café with a waterfall view, and learn about the region’s cultural roots along the way. With gourmet meals, personalized guidance, and full comfort throughout, this experience offers a peaceful yet enriching escape into Costa Rica’s natural beauty.
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Lake Arenal Private Kayak/SUP Tour – All-Inclusive from San José
10 to 12 hours
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This is the only activity in La Fortuna that offers an experience with stingless bees. It is an activity suitable for the whole family, both children and older adults can enjoy it. It is also an educational activity that is highly visited by schools and colleges in the region.
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La Fortuna: Native stingless bees tour and healing honey tasting
1 hour 30 minutes
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Skip the stress of planning and simply enjoy your Costa Rica vacation on a 9-day tour that includes eight nights' accommodation, all transfers, exciting activities, and many meals. Discover the natural beauty and biodiversity of the country’s northwestern region without having to make your own way between Arenal Volcano National Park, Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge, the cloud forest of Monteverde, Tamarindo’s famed beaches, and Vida Aventura Nature Park in Guanacaste.
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9-Day Best of Northwest Costa Rica from San Jose: Arenal Volcano National Park, Monteverde Cloud Forest and Guanacaste
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Jungle Crocodile Safari on the Tarcoles River Cruise along the Tarcoles River, one of the best places in Costa Rica to safely observe massive American crocodiles in their natural habitat. ✔ See crocodiles, iguanas, and exotic birds like scarlet macaws and herons ✔ Safe, comfortable covered boat with bilingual naturalist guide ✔ Perfect for wildlife photography and birdwatching Carara National Park Nature Walk Explore the transition zone between dry and humid tropical forest — a hotspot for biodiversity. ✔ Easy guided walk through the forest trails ✔ Opportunities to spot monkeys, toucans, coatis, butterflies, and more ✔ Learn about the unique flora and fauna of this ecological bridge Puntarenas Coastal Highlights Enjoy a relaxed scenic drive through Puntarenas town, including: ✔ Lighthouse & Paseo de los Turistas ✔ Local fruit stands or souvenir shops ✔ Photo stops at panoramic viewpoints
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Jungle Crocodile & Carara National Park-Punta Arenas Highlights
5 to 6 hours
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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.
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Waterfall Hiking Tour in Costa Rica
4 to 6 hours
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Come to enjoy the beauty and majesty of Rio Celeste Waterfall while you explore the rain forest with your naturalist guide! You can observe Sloths in a way You never imagined You could, as well as night frogs and colorful birds! Learn about the Costa Rican culture and its cuisine. The included Pick Up area is Playa Hermosa but we can pick You up at any hotel in Guanacaste with a minimum of 4 participants for the tour or You could do a Self-Drive and start the tour at the meeting point in Bijagua.
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Rain forest Adventure to Rio Celeste Waterfall & Sloth Sanctuary
4 to 7 hours
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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.
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Private Tour to Poás Volcano with Local Strawberry Tasting
6 hours 45 minutes
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Escape the city and explore a hidden local favorite rarely visited by tourists. Visit Dinoland — a Jurassic-themed park with life-sized dinosaurs and the largest dry slide in Central America — then enjoy panoramic views from Mirador Las Alas and admire the power of Río Agrio Waterfall. A private, all-inclusive adventure for families and curious travelers looking to experience Costa Rica like a local.
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Private Full Day Jurassic Adventure with Waterfall & Dry Slide
10 hours 30 minutes
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Live a tourist experience designed to high quality standards, ideal for those who value responsible tourism, comfort and authentic connection with nature. Humpback whale watching is carried out in one of the most renowned areas of the world, guided by certified marine naturalist interpretation specialists. The boat used complies with strict safety standards and has trained personnel, ensuring a safe, informative and enriching journey. When conditions permit, the experience includes hiking on the geological formation known as the Whale's Tail, as well as guided snorkeling on crystal clear reefs, with equipment available exclusively if weather permits. A proposal that stands out for its educational approach, professional service and commitment to excellence in sustainable tourism.
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Peninsula of Life Natural Experience with Humpback Whales
10 to 15 hours
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Costa Rica's Corcovado National Park is known for its wildlife, tropical rainforests, and coastal scenery—and this full-day, small-group tour from San Jose takes all the hassle out of visiting. Depart in the early morning via van, and enjoy breakfast en route. You'll embark on a boat tour of the Terraba and Sierpe wetlands; will go on a waterfall hike; will look out for wildlife like jaguars, monkeys, and ocelets; and much more.
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Corcovado National Park One Day Tour
12 to 14 hours
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Spend a few hours touring this Corso Lecheria, or dairy farm, which runs 3 times a day at 9am, 11am, and 1:30pm. You'll get a full tour of the farm with views of the Poas and Barva Volcanoes, the dairy, the Cloud Forest, strawberry fields, and cheese house. You'll get to have tastings of all the produce grown there, especially the cheese and strawberries, all organized by your guide.
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Corso Lecheria Tour
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This tour is not just a hike to a waterfall; it is a complete wildlife and nature experience. Unlike other tours, here you can: Admire five distinct waterfalls within a single park, each with spectacular views and unique photo opportunities. Observe rescued animals in their habitat, including toucans, jaguars, sloths and monkeys, something not offered by most excursions. Enjoy an expertly guided tour, which will tell you the history of the park, its ecosystem and curious facts about the local flora and fauna. Combine adventure and comfort: safe and accessible trails, rest areas and the option of a delicious buffet lunch with mountain views. In short, this tour allows you to immerse yourself in the nature of Costa Rica without losing comfort or security, offering stunning photos, close contact with fauna and an educational and entertaining experience for the whole family.
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Poás Volcano, Cafe Doka and Peace Falls Day Tour
10 hours
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Experience two of Costa Rica’s impressive natural wonders in one day with this private full-day tour from San Jose. Enjoy a scenic hike through the Poas Volcano National Park, admire magnificent views of the crater, and look out for hummingbirds and quetzals in the cloud forest. After lunch, explore the La Paz Waterfall Gardens, where you can spot wildlife such as white face and spider monkeys, wildcats, snakes, and butterflies. Finally, visit a coffee farm to learn about its production process.
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Poas Volcano + La Paz Waterfall Gardens + Coffe tour PRIVATE
7 to 8 hours
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Discover the many different sides to Costa Rica that make it such a fascinating country to visit with this 8-day tour. Starting in San Jose, the first stop on this tour will take you up into the mountains to see sights around the Arenal Volcano. From there, it’s on to the Pacific coast to visit the beaches and national park of Manuel Antonio.
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8 Day - San Jose - Arenal Volcano - Manuel Antonio Beach
8 days
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Guided access to one of Costa Rica’s most impressive waterfalls, without additional permits or logistical complications. The experience includes an interpretive hike along trails immersed in rainforest, guided by certified biodiversity specialists, allowing authentic and safe contact with nature. Limited groups ensure more personalized attention and a pace that encourages contemplation, rest and bathing in natural pools. It differs by its focus on responsible tourism, high-level environmental interpretation and emotional connection with the environment. Ideal for those looking for more than just a destination: a transformative experience in the heart of the tropical forest.
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Nauyaca Imposing Adventure Between Jungle and Waterfalls
12 to 15 hours
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Discover La Paz Waterfall Gardens on this all-day guided tour. The popular natural attraction boasts five waterfalls, a cloud forest, rainforest, an aviary and butterfly observatory, and more, plus capuchin and black-handed spider monkeys and plenty of educational animal exhibits with jaguars, pumas, ocelots, and margays. Plus, visit the largest coffee plantation in Costa Rica and learn about its production.
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Private La Paz Waterfall Gardens & Starbucks Alsacia Coffee Tour
6 to 7 hours
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This is a private, high-end cultural experience designed for travelers who value quality, authenticity, and comfort. Unlike standard group tours, you’ll explore Sarchí at your own pace, with personalized attention every step of the way. Visit the town’s historic oxcart factory, meet local artisans in exclusive settings, and enjoy curated moments that reveal the true soul of Costa Rican craftsmanship — all in a setting that feels relaxed, refined, and far from the crowds.
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Private Sarchi City Artisan Heritage and Culture Tour
5 to 6 hours
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Set out on a private ocean adventure along Costa Rica’s Pacific coast in search of humpback whales, dolphins, and sea turtles — all in their natural habitat. Guided by local experts and supported by small community businesses, this luxury experience offers comfort, insight, and unforgettable wildlife encounters. If the tide allows, you’ll also walk the iconic Whale’s Tail sandbar, revealed only at low tide. Ideal from July to October, this is a meaningful way to witness nature’s wonders in one of the country’s most biodiverse regions.
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Experience a Private Whale Watching Tour in Uvita from San José
10 to 12 hours
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The La Paz Coffee Tour, Poás Volcano and Falls is a complete experience that combines tradition, breathtaking scenery and lush nature in one day. Start with a visit to a coffee plantation, where you will know the process of the bean from the plant to the cup, while enjoying beautiful mountain views. Then, explore the imposing Poás Volcano, one of the most impressive active volcanoes in the country, with its huge crater and unforgettable panoramic views. To close with a golden snap, walk the trails of La Paz Waterfall Gardens, surrounded by rainforest, majestic waterfalls and an incredible variety of wildlife. An ideal tour for those who want to discover the best of Costa Rica in one adventure.
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Poás Volcano and Visit to Peace Falls Private Tour
8 hours
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The Osa Peninsula is considered one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth, often described as Costa Rica’s last true wilderness. Surrounded by pristine rainforest, mangroves, rivers, and the Pacific Ocean, this extraordinary destination is home to an unparalleled concentration of wildlife. Staying in the Osa Peninsula means immersing yourself in raw nature, where lush rainforest meets the sea and every day brings unforgettable encounters with wildlife. It is the ideal destination for travelers seeking exclusivity, adventure, and a deep connection with Costa Rica’s natural heritage. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: Botanika Osa Peninsula: Located near Puerto Jiménez, Botanika offers refined comfort in the heart of the Osa Peninsula. The hotel blends modern luxury with natural surroundings, making Botanika the perfect base for exploring one of the world’s most remarkable ecosystems while returning each day to comfort and relaxation.
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4 Day Botanika Osa Rainforest Experience
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