All San Jose Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

From San José: Private Poás Volcano & Local Life Experience

6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Poas Volcano National Park Half Day tour from San Jose

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Experience Carara National Park, the Tárcoles River, and Ajugas Beach all in one day, without the hassle of booking separate excursions, on this small-group day trip from San José. Hike through the tropical forest of Carara National Park with a naturalist guide and look for birds. Then enjoy a boat ride along the Tárcoles River, before finishing with time on the beach at Ajugas. Private tour upgrade available.

San Jose: Carara National Park, Tarcoles River, and Ajugas Tour

San Jose: Carara National Park, Tarcoles River, and Ajugas Tour

8 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

San Jose City Tour. Premium Experience with Lunch

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Turn exploring San Jose into an ultra-rich cultural experience with this guided “bites and sights” tour. You’ll start at the city’s best markets—Central and Borbon markets—tasting empanadas, fresh fruits, coffees, and more, plus learning all about local goods and handicrafts. You’ll also get a guided exploration of the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum, diving even deeper into the city’s gilded history.

San Jose Bites & Sights: City Walking Tour & National Museum

San Jose Bites & Sights: City Walking Tour & National Museum

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Coffee Farm Experience and Poás Volcano Crater Tour from San José

8 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.

Waterfall Hiking Tour in Costa Rica

4 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

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Private Transfer from San Jose to Puerto Viejo, Talamanca, Limon

4 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

Navigate the waters of Lake Gatun, an essential part of the Panama Canal, as enormous ships pass in the distance and the tropical jungle pushes through the islands that emerged after the lake's creation. In Monkey Island we will look for three species of primates: white-faced capuchin monkeys, Geoffroy's tamarins, and howler monkeys, whose powerful calls are often heard through the forest. During the tour we will also be able to find tropical birds, iguanas, crocodiles, and other animals in their natural habitat. But this experience goes far beyond observing monkeys. Your bilingual local guide will help you interpret the landscape and discover how the construction of the Canal transformed ancient valleys of the Chagres River into an extraordinary ecosystem of islands surrounded by the waters of Lake Gatun. Our small groups allow for a more personal, quiet, and close to nature experience. Nature, history, and engineering meet in one place: the Panama Canal.

Panama Canal Boat Tour to Monkey Islands

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Taste how Costa Rican chefs are incorporating farm-to-table concepts on a food tour through San Jose’s vibrant Escalante neighborhood. Take a seat at restaurants and cafes hand-picked for their fresh, innovative cuisine, sampling the best of menus featuring local, seasonal, and organic ingredients. A foodie guide introduces you to chefs and owners for a more personal tasting experience.

San Jose City Tour Costa Rica Food Tasting

San Jose City Tour & Tasting - Costa Rican Coffee and Chocolate

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

Serious bird-watchers will delight in this day trip to a private nature reserve that’s home to more than 365 native bird species. You don't have to spend hours traveling from San Jose to enjoy the lush Costa Rican rainforest. A naturalist guide helps you spot an amazing diversity of feathered creatures, including hummingbirds, toucans, macaws, and more. Glide through the canopy on an aerial tram for an up-close sighting of birds not often seen from the ground. Upgrade to include a hearty breakfast and round-trip transportation from San Jose.

Braulio Carrillo Bird Watching Full Day Pass

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Turn up the island energy aboard the Punta Cana Hip-Hop Adults Party Boat! Cruise the turquoise Caribbean waters with live DJs spinning Hip-Hop, R&B, Dancehall, and Afrobeats while enjoying unlimited drinks from the open bar. Swim and snorkel in crystal-clear waters, cruise past Dolphins Island for unforgettable photos, and party at a lively natural sandbar with music, dancing, games, and an incredible crowd. The perfect experience for birthdays, celebrations, nightlife lovers, and anyone looking for the ultimate Caribbean party. Itinerary: • Hotel pickup & check-in • Snorkeling in crystal-clear Caribbean waters • Cruise past Dolphins Island for photo opportunities • Party at a natural sandbar with music, dancing & open bar • Return cruise with DJ, games & farewell shots

Punta Cana Adults Only Hip Hop Party Boat with DJ & Open Bar

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Bar Crawl in Downtown San Jose

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Costa Rica is famed for its lush coffee plantations and rugged volcanoes—but seeing one of each in the same day requires serious planning, and often your own rental car. Ideal for travelers who like leaving the complicated logistics to someone else, this small-group excursion takes in a behind-the-scenes tour at Hacienda Daka and a visit to Poas Volcano National Park, home to an active crater.

Costa Rican Coffee Farm and Poas Volcano from San Jose

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

San José is characterized by its Spanish colonial buildings, Victorian mansions, and rich historical sites. This zero-emission bike tour allows you to see the city up close, avoid car traffic, and cruise through San José’s vibrant neighborhoods—past notable buildings, parks, and squares. Your guide navigates through the city and provides useful background information as you stop to appreciate local highlights.

San Jose Bike & Bites Ride

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

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

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Transfer from SJO Airport or surrounding to Manuel Antonio

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Private Transfer from San Jose Airport to Puerto Viejo

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Travel safely and stress-free from San Jose Costa Rica to Bocas del Tora, Panama, with this shared transfer service. Easily meet your driver at the departure point in San Jose, then get settled in for your direct ride to Bocas del Toro. You won’t have to worry about directions, navigating the streets, or the language barrier. Just relax and use the provided Wi-Fi on the way to your Bocas del Toro accommodation.

Shuttle Service from San José, Costa Rica to Bocas del Toro, Panamá.

10 to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

Escape the city for a day in the wild without the stress of navigating unfamiliar roads on your own on this full-day tour from the San Jose area. Set off directly from your hotel and enjoy an action-packed day with a cruise down the Sarapiqui River, visits to various animal sanctuaries at the Black Madero private wildlife reserve, and a traditional buffet lunch. Make it easy to see Costa Rica’s famous wildlife on this inclusive tour featuring a sample of popular rainforest and river activities in and around Braulio Carrillo National Forest.

Safari Boat on Sarapiqui River with Lunch from San Jose

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Simplify your arrival in Costa Rica with a private transfer from Juan Santamaria International Airport to your central-city accommodation. Whatever time your flight arrives, your driver will be waiting to take you on the final leg of your journey. Sit back and relax in the spacious minivan, ideal for families or friends traveling together. Enjoy the views without having to drive yourself.

Arrival Transfer San Jose Airport SJO to San Jose City by Minivan

30 to 45 minutesFree Cancellation

Shuttle Service from San José (SJO) to Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica.

5 to 6 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

San Jose ART Walking Tour - small groups, creative experience

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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What are people saying about San Jose

Premium Adventure from San Jose Arenal Volcano Waterfall and Thermal

Brian_H, Sept 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.

Coffee Plantation-Poás Volcano N.P-La Paz Waterfall Gardens Park

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!

From San Jose Zipline, ATV, Surfing and Chocolate Tour

BethAlly_F, Aug 2026

ATV and zip lining day

We had such a great day from the moment the driver picked us up at our hotel until he dropped us off. We loved the Atv Tour and got to swim in the waterfall pools. Our guide. Darien was so fantastic. The lunch was delicious. After lunch, we went zip lining and all of the guides were really great. Our Driver Diego was amazing as well. He pulled over to show us a Costa Rican parakeet, we stopped to see alligators and grab anwe stopped to see alligators and grab a snack, and he brought us to a local spot for the most delicious fresh ceviche. Would highly recommend this amazing tour.

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!

Horseback Riding Adventure in La Fortuna with River Crossings

Molly_Q, Jun 2026

Peaceful and fun horseback experience with calm horses and patient guide who spoke very clear English

Wonderful, patient and friendly family-run business. Tour operator spoke perfect English, answered every question we had, everyone was patient. Our tour was 8 including 2 small children, 2 teens and there were 3 guides. We felt very safe and cared for. We even saw a sloth in the trees and a tiny orange frog. We wore water shoes. Very calm horses.

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.