All Central Pacific Tours & Excursions in 2026 - page 3

Explore one of the most important mangrove ecosystems in Costa Rica on this fun kayak tour. Just offshore from the popular Manuel Antonio National Park are thousands of acres of protected forest, home to all kinds of birds, mammals, reptiles, and insects. Your naturalist guide will tell you about the area’s biodiversity while you paddle peacefully in the shade of the mangroves.

Discover the marine wildlife of Costa Rica's Marino Ballena National Park on this boat tour from Utiva. Look out for humpback whales (during migration season) as well as false-killer whales, bottlenose dolphins, turtles, and various birds including brown boobies, white ibis, and pelicans. In the warmer months, you can also jump off board and go snorkeling in the clear waters.

For a taste of adventure while visiting Jaco, check out this bite-sized ATV tour to explore the surrounding landscapes. After a brief safety training, perfect your new skills on specially designed jungle trails that wind along muddy rivers. Enjoy the horsepower-fueled adrenaline rush that comes from riding ATVs combined with the peacefulness of the rainforest for a truly memorable experience.

Pick a morning or afternoon start time that suits your schedule and then head to Selvatura Park to begin your fun-filled zipline adventure. Get started with a safety session, during which you'll receive a harness and learn the basic park safety procedures to ensure a fun, but protected experience. You’ll then have access to the park’s range of 13 different zipline cables and 18 platforms, along with an optional ride on the Tarzan Swing. You’ll walk through the park between a series of 3-kilometer (1.9-mile) tree walkways that traverse Monteverde’s cloud forest, crossing between eight different bridges, with some lengths up to 510 feet (170 meters) and some as high as 180 feet (60 meters). After enjoying an action-packed day suitable for all ages, you’ll end your experience in the park and head to your next destination.

Join us for an unforgettable wildlife experience in one of Costa Rica’s most biodiverse and scenic national parks. Led by a certified bilingual naturalist guide, this relaxed-paced hike invites you to discover sloths, monkeys, tropical birds, reptiles, and other fascinating wildlife while learning about the park’s ecosystems and natural history. Your guide carries a high-definition spotting scope, offering close-up views of animals often hidden in the forest canopy and the chance to capture memorable photos. The guided portion concludes at the stunning Manuel Antonio Beach, consistently ranked among the most beautiful beaches in the world, where you’re welcome to relax at your own pace before exiting the park. Park admission ticket is not included and must be purchased in advance due to daily visitor limits. After booking, we’ll gladly provide clear instructions to help you secure your entry. We meet at the supermarket outside the park. Punctuality is appreciated ¡Pura vida!

More Than a Tour—A Catamaran Experience Like No Other This isn’t just another boat ride, it’s an escape into the extraordinary. Step aboard our catamaran, where adventure meets comfort and fun. Unlike crowded tours, we take you off the beaten path to hidden spots where the ocean truly comes alive. Watch dolphins dance in the waves, snorkel with sea turtles in crystal-clear waters, and discover a white sand beach only accessible by boat so breathtaking it feels untouched by time. Sip fresh tropical drinks, relax under the sun, and let the sea set you free. We offer two daily departures: Morning tour: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Afternoon tour: 2:00 pm – 5:30 pm If you’re searching for something beyond the ordinary—more exclusive, more unforgettable, more you—this is it. Welcome to paradise. (This tour does not include sailing; it is motor-powered only)

When you come to Costa Rica, you want to see and do it all! Make the most of your time during this action-packed half-day ATV tour from Jaco. Hit the trails and climb up into the mountain rainforest for spectacular panoramic views and a waterfall swim. Relax and refuel with a deliciously authentic lunch before continuing on for more nature immersion and adventure before returning back to headquarters.

From Playa Uvita you will board a boat that will take you on a scenic walk along the Pacific Ocean with a tour of about 1.5 hours. The boat ride itself is an adventure, as it often offers sightings of dolphins, sea turtles and, if you are lucky humpback whales (January-April) A professional naturalist guide will guide you through the trails, noting the incredible diversity of flora and fauna attentive to howler monkeys, red macaws, tapirs and a wide variety of birds and reptiles. This activity is perfect for nature lovers, photographers and anyone looking to experience the wild side of Costa Rica’s rainforest on a well-organized day tour. After a walking time of around 3.5 hours on the various trails or permitted walking areas within the park you will enjoy lunch and after rest you will embark back to Playa Uvita.

Whether you're looking to relax or enjoy something more active, this full-day catamaran excursion to Tortuga Island from Jacó will accomplish your goals. The island has some of the most pristine beaches in Costa Rica, ideal for swimming and snorkeling. Make use of the hot tub on board and take a fun banana boat ride if you wish. It is an ideal fun day for couples and groups of friends.

Join us for an unforgettable wildlife adventure in Manuel Antonio National Park, one of Costa Rica’s most biodiverse destinations. Meet your certified naturalist guide just outside the park entrance and let us handle all logistics so you can focus entirely on discovering incredible wildlife. After a brief ranger inspection, we begin exploring the trails in search of monkeys, sloths, tropical birds, reptiles, and more. Using a high-definition spotting scope, you’ll enjoy close-up views of animals that are often difficult to see and you’ll have the opportunity to capture beautiful photos directly through the telescope. After approximately two hours of guided exploration, we arrive at Manuel Antonio Beach, considered one of the most beautiful beaches in Costa Rica, where you can relax and stay as long as you like before exiting at your own pace. Your admission ticket is included. After booking, we’ll contact you to gather the required information to secure your entry. Pura vida!

On this full-day tour for nature lovers, cruise through the largest mangrove system in Central America to the richly biodiverse Corcovado National Park. Sail from Sierpe through the Térraba-Sierpe wetlands to reach the park, where a nature guide leads a trek along forested trails. Look for wildlife on the way to the refreshing San Pedrillo waterfall, and recharge with a provided picnic lunch.

Costa Rica is renowned for its chocolate production and exports chocolate all around the world. On this tour, go behind-the-scenes at a traditional cocoa plantation, learn how chocolate is made from bean to bar, and sample the cocoa fruit. Get involved as you watch the chocolate-making process, then sample a variety of delicious chocolates and tropical fruits.

Get a new perspective on the Costa Rican coastline from the back of an all-inclusive catamaran, visit islands you might otherwise have overlooked, and enjoy time to snorkel during this half-day excursion. Soak up the sights as you make the most of free alcoholic beverages, snacks, and fresh fruit, relax on the tanning meshes, or take a dip in the Jacuzzi.

Live a day full of adventure in the Gulf of Nicoya with a committed local agency that has all the navigation permits, our boats have very powerful engines, the tour includes a certified guide in English and Spanish, we start with a safety talk, the tour starts with the possible sighting of bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitation, possible sighting of humpback whales (depending on the season), in our tour you can find the island of spider monkeys, some of the different islands of the Gulf of Nicoya, the arrival to the turtle island is at 10 am (approx), the first activity to do is the snorkeling tour including the equipment with a duration of 30 min to 40 min, our company has an exclusive area for our clients in the island, we include a delicious lunch prepared on the island, dessert, coffee or tea with accompaniments, if your group is more than 7 passengers could be made private

This Jaco ATV tour may be short, but it doesn’t skimp on adventure, making it a great choice for exploring the Costa Rican rainforest in just a couple of hours. Get behind the wheel of an ATV and follow your personal guide over rugged mountainous terrain, past ocean vista points, and right by a small waterfall.

Pickup time for this tour depends to the high tide. We'll give you the pickup time right after receiving your booking. The mangrove forest is one of the most vital and astounding ecosystems in the world. Damas Island, located just 10 minutes from Manuel Antonio is currently one of the most important remaining mangroves in Costa Rica. Covering thousands of acres of protected forest, this amazing biodiversity is home to a large number of birds, reptiles, mammals and insects. Our experienced guides will take you on an unforgettable boat tour through the channels of the mangrove forest, far away from civilization. You can discover an abundance of species native to the area such as white-faced monkeys, anteaters, boas, iguanas, birds and thousands of colorful crabs.

We offer the newest and sleekest Catamaran (55" Feet Long) in the area, Cruising from Marina Pez Vela to Manuel Antonio National Park and Back. Spend your time relaxing and sunbathing, while enjoying the coastal scenery of Manuel Antonio & Quepos. Meanwhile, keep your eyes open for some of the marine life that often shows up, such as: dolphins, sea turtles and even whales - late August to early November. During the cruise, we also offer a refreshing break for you to use the slides, go snorkeling, swim or simply float in the warm waters of the Pacific Ocean. Suited for all ages, individuals and/or small or large groups.

Caño Island is situated on Costa Rica's Pacific coast. This Marine Biological Reserve fascinates with its various marine creatures, including turtles, manta rays, stingrays, barracudas, bottlenose dolphins, spotted dolphins, white-tip reef sharks, and moray eels. Get ready to be enchanted by the deep blue waters, guarded coral beds, and remarkable rock formations filled with multicolored fish. Immerse yourself in the underwater world and experience this impressive ecosystem firsthand. As we bid farewell to the captivating Caño Island, we'll stop at a local beach for a delightful lunch and leisure time on the sandy shores. On our return journey to Marino Bahia Ballena National Park, we'll pass by the scenic Costa Ballena, allowing us to admire fantastic landmarks and diverse birdlife.

This experience is a unique opportunity to experience a rural Costa Rican village while participating in a very interesting hands-on activity making Chocolate. Learn about the history of chocolate, try the Cacao fruit, roast the cacao beans, and then roll up your sleeves and get your hands in there to make your very own truffles choosing the toppings that you love most. This is a fun and interactive experience and great for friends, couples and families! The setting is a private family owned plot of land in the rainforest that overlooks the Naranjo River. You will be surrounded by the sounds of nature and can plunge into the cleansing waterfall after enjoying some chocolate! After chocolate making and waterfall splashing, enjoy a home cooked lunch in the home of our friend and neighbor. Learn to make homemade tortillas with Doña Luz! Our hope is that you will feel like you have experienced something truly off the beaten path that is educational, authentic, fun and delicious!!

Experience the thrills of riding an all-terrain buggy through the Costa Rican jungle on this private tour, ideal for groups of up to four people. Head to Los Suenos to learn how to operate your buggy and get a safety briefing. After some laps on a practice track, head out to the jungle trails and muddy dirt paths, with stops at waterfalls and lookout spots.

Our tour starts at the office. Once you arrive to our office you will enjoy some coffee and cookies that we provide while you wait for the group to be complete. Once all the group is together you will follow us in your car to the parking (included in the price) or we take you in case you do not have a car, the parking is close from the entrance to the Marino Ballena NP where you will board the boat. There the clients has the possibility of see wildlife like monkeys, sloths and birds. Once the clients are on the boat is when the looking for the marine life start, especially the humpback whales and dolphins, in addition the client can enjoy of the panoramic views of the main interesting points inside and outside the national park, such as Ballena island, Three sisters, the whale tile formation. During the tour we offer some tropical fruits (watermelon and pineapple) and there is a swimming time. All this with the excellent work of our crew and the knowledge of the tour guide.

Sample some of the best products made in Costa Rica on this group tour in Monteverde. You’ll explore the process of producing coffee, chocolate, and sugar cane on this family-friendly tour. You’ll be able to taste each product, too, while your guide tells you all about how each is made, and how important each product is worldwide.

Costa Rica is renowned for its extreme ziplining and Selvatura Park is one of the longest canopy tours in the country. On this tour from Monteverde, soar through the treetops on a thrilling zipline course, brave the Tarzan Swing, and spot wildlife in the cloud forest as you walk the hanging bridges. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

When staying in Manuel Antonio, take time to visit the private nature reserve of Rainmaker Conservation Park. Get different perspectives on the tropical rainforest and its wonderful wildlife as you cross long hanging bridges through the forest canopy. You will also be able to cool off with a swim in natural waterfall pools. Choose from a few different departure times of this handy half-day tour.