All San Jose Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026 - page 2

La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Wildlife Refuge Tour from San Jose

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover the beauty of La Fortuna, Costa Rica, on a unique horseback riding adventure operated by a local family-run business. This tour takes you through tropical forest trails, river crossings, and stunning natural landscapes while sharing authentic experiences with visitors from around the world. Led by experienced local guides, enjoy a safe, relaxed, and personalized experience suitable for all ages, including children. Capture unforgettable family moments by the rivers and immerse yourself in the peaceful atmosphere of the rainforest. Duration: Approximately 2 hours, with flexible pacing for breaks and photos Suitable for all skill levels; prior riding experience is not necessary Small group sizes from 2 to 15 travelers for a more personalized experience Includes well-trained horses and all necessary riding equipment Operated by a local family passionate about nature and Costa Rican hospitality

Horseback Riding Adventure in La Fortuna with River Crossings

Horseback Riding Adventure in La Fortuna with River Crossings

2 hours 20 minutesFree Cancellation

Enjoy a comfortable and convenient private transfer from the SJO airport to your accommodation in San José City. Relax in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle and get assistance with your luggage. • Your Time is Secure: We start your 60 mins free waiting time as per your selected time slot. • Choose Your Direction: Select a pickup from SJO to San José, or San José to SJO. • Transparent Coverage: Service to San José city center is included. For other zones outside the city center, a small extra fee applies.

Costa Rica San José: Private Transfer to/from SJO Airport

20 minutesFree Cancellation

Poás hides wonderful traditions and stunning landscapes that captivate every visitor. Start your tour with a cup of freshly brewed coffee on an authentic local estate, where you can enjoy panoramic mountain views and experience the warmth of Costa Rican hospitality. A few minutes away, discover the majestic La Paz Fall, a 35-meter waterfall that rushes through a green-covered canyon, in the middle of a cloud forest full of wildlife. Then head to the imposing Poás Volcano. Its huge crater, one of the largest in the world, reveals a turquoise acid lagoon surrounded by steam and volcanic formations. The views are surreal and the atmosphere transmits the living force of nature. Whether you love nature, culture or are looking for a peaceful getaway, Poás offers the perfect combination of adventure and serenity. Come and explore a place where tradition meets natural wonder.

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Poas Coffee tour, La Paz Falls and Poas Volcano

Poas Coffee tour, La Paz Falls and Poas Volcano

Navigate Class III-IV rapids under the guidance of an expert during this white-water rafting course down the Pacuare River from San Jose. Paddle your way through one of Costa Rica's most picturesque river gorges, looking out for native wildlife between rapid runs, on an exciting day trip ideal for thrill seekers. Hotel pickup and drop-off, equipment, and lunch are all included, so you can focus on the thrills.

White Water Rafting Pacuare River From San José

Manuel Antonio National Park from San José

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12 to 13 hoursFree Cancellation

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Relax and unwind with a day at La Fortuna’s famous hot springs at the base of the majestic Arenal Volcano. On this tour, enjoy round-trip transportation from San Jose and relax at either Los Lagos or Baldi Hot Springs (depending on the option you've chosen), enjoying free time to rejuvenate at a pace that suits you. A delicious lunch at the resort is included, so you can focus on relaxing in the soothing thermal waters.

La Fortuna Hot Springs & Costa Rican Artisan Tour with Lunch

11 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

SJO Airport transfers to or from Uvita or Dominical are arranged privately and door to door, without sharing the vehicle or waiting for other passengers. A bilingual driver takes you in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle with onboard Wi-Fi and bottled water. Flight tracking helps coordinate airport pickups if your flight is delayed, while an optional daylight stop at Tárcoles Bridge may let you see crocodiles, weather permitting. Book with us for a personalized, high-quality experience and discover the best of Costa Rica!

One-Way Private Transfer: SJO Airport to/from Uvita or Dominical

3 hours 30 minutes to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore the Costa Rican capital’s rich history, landmark buildings, and modern culture on a combo bus and walking tour of San Jose. Get a great introduction to city highlights like the National Theater and Art Museum, and stop to walk through bustling markets and public plazas to feel the pulse of this modern Central American metropolis. Get an extra boost of Costa Rican culture by listening to traditional folkloric music onboard the bus.

San Jose Walking and Bus City Tour

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Chocolate Making and Tasting at a Local Factory in San José

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Poas Volcano National Park Half Day tour from San Jose

6 hoursFree Cancellation

San Jose Sightseeing City Tour

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover Panama's Pacific countryside on a side-by-side ATV/UTV adventure through a variety of coastal, rural and mountain landscapes. Ride past beach and golf developments, marinas, farms and local communities before heading into the mountains, where paved roads transition into dirt and unpaved terrain surrounded by tropical scenery and distant ocean views. Stop at a natural river area, selected according to seasonal conditions, where you can walk, relax, get your feet wet or swim. The beach portion of the route is influenced by Pacific tides, so the order and route may vary each day to take advantage of the best conditions. En la playa, disfruta de tiempo para caminar por la orilla, tomar fotos, nadar o simplemente disfrutar de la costa. Vehicles are 6-seat side-by-side ATVs/UTVs. Standard assignment is 3–4 guests per vehicle; a maximum 2 - guests-per-vehicle upgrade is available. Prices are per person, not per vehicle.

Panama City : ATV Jungle and Beach Adventure & River Swim

Panama City : ATV Jungle and Beach Adventure & River Swim

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

Arenal Volcano and Thermal Hot Springs from San Jose

13 hoursFree Cancellation

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

8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

Arenal : Suspension Bridges + Hot Springs + Falls from San Jose

12 hoursFree Cancellation

Poas Volcano + Coffee tour + Waterfall tour day from San Jose

10 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

Experience the sights, sounds, and flavors of San Jose on an evening bus tour. Starting from your hotel, board a comfortable double-decker bus with a welcome drink. See over 25 of the city’s landmarks as you take a bus tour, and stop for bilingual guided tours at key locations, including the Costa Rican Art Museum. Enjoy an included dinner of local cuisine before drop-off back at your hotel.

Half-Day San Jose Evening Bus Tour with Dinner and Pickup

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Irazú Volcano, Orosi Valley & Lankester Gardens from San José

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

11 hoursFree Cancellation

Zip Line, Rappel, Hiking La Carpintera Tour in San Jose

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Bar Crawl in Downtown San Jose

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover the beautiful natural attractions of Costa Rica on this all-day tour from San Jose. Fly over the rainforest canopy via a zipline course and rappel down 150 feet (50 meters) at an adventure park. Visit two waterfalls and admire the local wildlife including iguanas. Stop at a coffee plantation where you'll learn how it's cultivated and harvested. Finally, relax in thermal mineral hot springs at the base of Arenal Volcano.

Volcano, Waterfalls, Zipline, Hot Springs Full Day Tour

14 hoursFree Cancellation

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, surfing lessons, an ATV adventure through the rainforest, or a chocolate experience.

From San Jose Zipline, ATV, Surfing and Chocolate Tour

Tortuguero National Park and Canals Day Trip from San Jose

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What are people saying about San Jose

Yoko_K, Sept 2026

Amazing Guide and a Taste of Real Costa Rica

Our tour guide, Jose, was absolutely amazing—polite, punctual, knowledgeable, friendly, and always attentive and flexible to make sure we were comfortable. This wasn’t a main part of the tour, but I especially enjoyed the local breakfast restaurant he took us to. It wasn’t fancy, but it was filled with locals and served traditional Costa Rican food, which made it feel like a truly local experience. I also loved how excited Jose was about Tortuguero, even though he must have visited many times already. There are no guarantees about which animals you’ll see, so we felt very lucky to see everything we were hoping for. One tip: it can be very hot and humid, and there are quite a few stairs to climb. Once you’re on the boat, you can’t return to the car for 4–6 hours, so bring plenty of water, a towel, and anything else you need to stay comfortable! Thanks so much to Jose and the other Jose (our boat driver) for a wonderful experience!

Chocolate Making and Tasting at a Local Factory in San José

Ashley_O, Sept 2026

Exceeds Expectations

This was a phenomenal experience- we still talk about it almost a year later (I’m traveling for another trip and realized I didn’t finish my review). It was a small group (4) and an incredibly hands on experience. I would do it again in a heartbeat, we had so much fun.

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

Cindy_S, Aug 2026

It was a wonderful day of...

It was a wonderful day of adventures! Olman was a great driver, and both he and our guide were super friendly and accommodating. I especially appreciate that they were happy to move our tour after I realized I had made it for the wrong day. Oops! This tour gives a great taste of Costa Rica, and you can’t go wrong with this company! Pure vida!

Panama City : ATV Jungle and Beach Adventure & River Swim

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

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!

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.

White Water Rafting Pacuare River From San José

Paula_O, May 2026

Do this!

Go with Ivan - he's a hoot! Best part of our trip. Even though I wasn't feeling great, they made it a great time. Everyone with the group was kind, and very accommodating (they helped me 60 something self into and out of the boats, up the hills, you name it, they helped!). Water was warm, and the view was second to none.

Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner

Amy_L, Apr 2026

Amazing tour!

What an amazing day! Our tour guide Steven was simply the best. He was so friendly and knowledgeable. The tour was a full day, about 15 hours, but it was 100 worth it. We learned about one of the coffee plantations, enjoyed so Costa Rican coffee, saw the waterfall, zip lined and spent some time at the hot spring. It was the best tour we could have started our vacation doing.

Poas Volcano waterfalls and coffee tour from from San Jose

Abigail_P, Mar 2026

Fun family trip

We had a lovely time with Charly leading our tour. The coffee plantation experience was really informative. We got to pick actual coffee beans and process them, producing, what my coffee loving husband claims is one of the best cups of coffee he has ever had in his life. Charly was really on top of the weather patterns at the volcano and had us wait for the perfect view of the Poás crater. We even met a coati at the beautiful water fall! Shout out to the tasty lunch, too! Top quality casado and really good drinks.

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.