Top Costa Rica Safaris - page 4

Travel off the beaten path during this safari journey, departing from Manuel Antonio. Get picked up and head to the safari meeting point, the hop into a 4WD car for panoramic views of the jungle and ocean. Enjoy guided forest walks that showcase local highlights. After swimming at the waterfalls, drive to a mountaintop for a picnic lunch with an ocean view, served wrapped in banana leaves for that authentic local taste.

Make the most of your time in Palo Verde National Park by touring with a guide. Travel through a range of habitats, including rivers and mangroves, and look out for the special bird and animal life in the area. Learn more about what you see with a guide, and receive personalized attention from them as this is a small-group tour. Hotel pickup is now included for added convenience.

Visit some of the most spectacular natural areas in and around La Fortuna with this small-group tour for up to 10 people. You'll visit Baldi Hot Springs, La Fortuna Waterfall, and Arenal Volcano National Park, with a stop for an included farm lunch along the way. All entry fees are included and you'll have a guide with you throughout your experience.

Your breath-taking, adventure begins with a pickup from your hotel and a relaxing private drive through the wonderful Costa Rican countryside. After a 90 minute drive from San Jose, you will arrive to Tarcoles River. The Tarcoles River is home to one of the world’s largest crocodile populations in the wild and they are very easy to admire during our 90 minutes boat tour. Get up close with American crocodiles of all sizes and observe an abundance of beautiful exotic birds! Enjoy spectacular rainforest scenery and cruise through dense mangrove forest canals. Spot jungle wildlife such as iguanas, lizards, and monkeys. After the tour, enjoy a delicious typical lunch and explore the souvenir store. Continuing our tour, a short drive to Carara National Park will allow us to get deep inside the rainforest in this unique ecosystem, where many beautiful wildlife species are common to see such as the Scarlet macaw, monkeys, snakes, armadillos and more.

Get closer to nature while still experiencing thrills during a fun-filled day in the jungle at the Rainforest Adventures Costa Rica Atlantic eco-reserve. Your multi-pass gives you access to six different activities, so you can ride an aerial tram, encounter native critters at a butterfly and frog garden, cross a hanging bridge, and explore the jungle on a nature hike at your own pace. Get your adrenaline pumping as you soar through the treetops on ziplines, including one of the longest and fastest in the country.

When your cruise ship sails into Limon, make the most of your stint in Costa Rica on a half-day shore excursion to Tortuguero National Park, ideal for nature lovers. Look out for howler monkeys, sloths, toucans, and more during a jungle canal cruise and take a tour of the Del Monte Banana Plantation. A snack of tropical fruit and port pickup and drop-off are included on this small-group tour, limited to 15 people.

Navigate and discover Guanacaste’s wildlife and natural beauty guided by an expert, and enjoy a blend of tranquility and excitement. Led by a guide, drift through the breathtaking Dry Gallery Forest, shaded by towering kapoks, figs, and rubber trees. Along the way, spot an array of wildlife, including monkeys, birds, iguanas, and crocodiles. Gentle class 1 and 2 rapids add a touch of excitement to the journey, making it a safe adventure for all ages. The experience includes lunch!

Travel from Guanacaste to the Liberia International Airport in style and comfort, without breaking the bank, by booking a shared transfer service from your hotel. Your driver will pick you up at your hotel and take you and your luggage straight to the airport in a comfortable, air-conditioned mini-van.

Enjoy a day with multiple adventures, including a Tour of Rio Celeste, visiting the Llanos de Cortes Waterfall and the beautiful Sloth habitat at the finca verde private farm. This is about a 10 hour day with a half hour hike through the rain forest, and then observing the wildlife like monkeys, sloths, and exotic birds. You’ll also get to take a dip in the blue river

A day trip to the wild Osa Peninsula just isn’t enough, so spend the night there on this two-day safari tour. You’ll spend the night in a ranger hut in the Corcovado National Park and the days looking for wildlife in one of the most biodiverse regions in the world. This is a small-group trip with a maximum of eight guests so you’re sure to get personalized attention from your guide.

Float down the Frio River to look for some of Costa Rica’s diverse animals and bird life on this half-day wildlife tour from La Fortuna. Your guide shares commentary about the creatures you might see along the calm river, such as monkeys, iguanas, sloths, and colorful birds. Afterward, stop for snacks prepared by a local family before you are returned to your hotel.

Arenal is an active volcano whose glowing red heart is best viewed from a safe distance. Perfectly positioned is Mistico Park, a series of 15 suspension bridges offering just such a view of the pyramid-shaped peak as well as the opportunity to experience the rainforest from up in the canopy. Enjoy learning all about the area's rich biodiversity during this half-day tour from a professional naturalist guide leading the way.

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with this thrilling ATV tour. Departing from Brasilito, we head toward the stunning Conchal Beach, riding through natural trails where you can admire local wildlife in their natural habitat. This experience is designed for the whole family to enjoy. Our ATVs and routes are safe and accessible, and our team is highly experienced in guiding families. We are proud to welcome children aged 5 and up to join the ride, ensuring a perfect combination of adrenaline and safety for your little explorers. The Journey The experience culminates with a scenic return to Brasilito Beach, offering the perfect blend of excitement and a deep connection with the nature of Costa Rica. I At Rigo Tours, we are deeply committed to the health and well-being of the local ecosystem. Additionally, our horses (for other activities) work strictly by reservation only and return to their corrals immediately after their tours to rest and recover.

Nature lovers will enjoy this half-day tour to the Mistico Park Hanging Bridges followed by the La Fortuna Waterfall. Choose from two convenient morning departure times. Take a leisurely walk along the trails in Mistico Park, including suspension bridges with great views. Look out for various birds and animals. Then, admire the powerful La Fortuna Waterfall, one of Costa Rica’s most scenic falls, where you can swim if you like.

Costa Rica’s home to multiple volcanos and Poas is one of the most active. See this stunning, smokey stratovolcano during a guided trip to Poas Volcano National Park. Walk through lush forests, keeping your eye out for diverse wildlife sightings. Discover a waterfall in La Paz and pass by the serene Sarapiqui riverside before visiting a coffee farm. During the tour, you’ll also stop for a delicious, local lunch.

Escape into Costa Rica’s majestic nature—and get away from the crowds—on this multi-activity tour. After pickup from your hotel, you’ll head for lunch beneath the active Arenal volcano. From there, you’ll kayak the country’s largest lake (always keeping an eye out for exotic creatures), working toward a relaxing dip into nearby hot springs, all heated by the volcano you’re getting to know and love.

Costa Rica’s palm oil industry is an important part of its economy, but it’s also been a source of controversy over the years due to deforestation practices. With this tour, enjoy the unique opportunity to learn the history of palm oil and peek behind the scenes of an eco-farm where the focus is on sustainable production. During the farm tour, meet the farm animals and take a ride on a water buffalo cart.

Encounter the best of Costa Rica's wildlife, cuisine, and famous natural beauty on a combo shore excursion from Puntarenas. Watch adorable white-faced monkeys playing in the trees, and spot crocs and birdlife on a pontoon cruise down the Tarcoles River. Learn the history of the bustling Puntarenas port, and indulge your taste buds with locally grown fruit and an authentic Costa Rican lunch at a local restaurant, and a chance to buy authentic Costa Rican coffee.

This Tenorio Volcano National Park hiking tour from La Fortuna includes round-trip transport to guarantee your visit to the park during your Costa Rica trip without the hassle of planning your own rides or renting a car. Once you arrive at the park, hike through the tropical rainforest while a guide points out animals, birds, and plants. This hike also includes highlights such as seeing the Celeste River waterfall, as well as an included lunch.

Private and exclusive tour, an off of the beaten path activity, the exploration of Hacienda Ébano, a Costa Rican Natural Reserve and Ranch. The customer will experience a 1km / 0.6 mile short hike or a 2.5km / 1.6 miles medium hike through the rainforest, 2 gorgeous waterfalls with natural pools, also stunning mountains and ocean views. In the trip, the client will have the opportunity to see wildlife, such as birds, frogs, and monkeys, also many types of plants, flowers, and trees. The transportation is in a comfortable and safe 4x4 Safari style Truck - the best tool to travel the 10km / 6.2 miles through the big mountains. The perfect end is to refresh us and swim in the Jade Waterfall, also enjoy next to the river, a Costa Rican authentic lunch wrapped in banana leaf. All in a small group, with the company of local experienced guides committed with client service. Please remember to bring: • Hiking shoes, tennis or water-shoes (do not use flip flops) • Swimsuit • Insect Repellent

Get away from the city and into a world of magic, relaxation, and beauty. After pickup from your San Jose hotel, you’ll travel via private, air-conditioned vehicle across the countryside to beautiful Arenal Lake. Here you’ll enjoy a private boat tour, take in views of the volcano, and grab lunch at Baldi Hot Springs. Then it’s time for a soak in Arenal’s thermal pools—and soaking in Mother Nature’s luxury.

See the vast diversity of Costa Rica on a 3-day tour that includes hiking at Arenal Volcano, exploring the Monteverde cloud forest, and enjoying the tropical white-sand beaches of Manuel Antonio National Park. This expertly organized all-inclusive tour covers all of your transportation and accommodations, so busy travelers can maximize their time and not worry about any of the logistics.

"Celeste" in Spanish means celestial, paradisiacal and also the light blue color of the clear sky. These adjectives perfectly describe the area you will visit in this tour. On the flanks of the Tenorio Volcano National Park, this 7 km hike takes you to the point where the river Mother Nature magically mixes the water of two crystalline streams, changing its color to the beautiful blue light we call Celeste. Continue to "the pots", the depressions in the clay-filled soil with supposed therapeutic properties and the Tenorio Volcano hot springs. The trail continues through the forest until you reach the dazzling waterfall of Rio Celeste. During all this time, the surrounding jungle is full of life forms, smells and incredible sounds.

Humpback whales are incredible creatures, and if you're lucky enough to visit Uvita's waters during their migration season, you'll see them up close. Children from 0-3 year can do this experience for Free. One of the unique things about whale watching in Uvita, and something that surprises many visitors, is the fact that you can see whales from 500m to shore! To get an even closer encounter with Uvita’s gentle giants, hop on this experience! Close encounters with humpback whales in Uvita are only available with licensed operators, as we have strict guidelines for interacting with the whales so we can keep everyone safe: no touching, no feeding, no chasing or harassing them in any way. It's important for us to maintain good relationships with our whale friends so that we can continue to have this unique opportunity.