Costa Rica to San Jose

See Costa Rica’s iconic La Paz waterfall during this full-day guided, tour with animal sanctuary visit and an eco-boat ride down the famous Sarapiqui River. Get up close and personal with toucans and monkeys and learn about the five waterfalls, flowers, and rainforest within the sanctuary. Afterward, absorb the biodiversity on a relaxing boat trip down the Sarapiqui river ecosystem surrounded by wildlife in the water and on land.

This tour is the easiest way to see Costa Rica's Arenal highlights in one day, without having to worry about planning transport. Visit the hanging bridges, waterfall, volcano, and hot springs, traveling between attractions with ease in an air-conditioned minivan. No detail is overlooked: your full-day tour includes entrance fees, bottled water, meals, snacks, and convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in La Fortuna.

✨ Indigenous Culture, Rainforest Wildlife & Coastal Beauty – All in One Day Embark on a full-day private tour from San José to Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast for a unique blend of cultural immersion and natural exploration. Visit an authentic Bribri indigenous community to learn about their ancient traditions and chocolate-making process, then discover the wildlife-rich trails of Cahuita National Park, home to sloths, monkeys, and coral reefs. An unforgettable day of learning, tasting, and exploring in one of the most vibrant regions of the country. Tour Highlights: Bribri Indigenous Village & Chocolate Tour Meet local Bribri families and learn about their ancestral traditions Witness and participate in the chocolate-making process from bean to bar Learn how cacao is used in medicine, food, and rituals Cahuita National Park Nature Walk Guided walk along a flat coastal trail rich in wildlife and marine views

Coffee lovers, get your fix on a tour of the Café Britt plantation including private transfers from your San Jose hotel. Learn the history of this famous Costa Rican export, and see firsthand how coffee beans are cultivated, roasted, and transformed into fragrant elixir with a behind-the-scenes look at the farm and processing facilities. Browse products at the Britt factory store, order a freshly brewed drink from the coffee bar, and enjoy a buffet lunch from the plantation’s own restaurant.

If you’re looking for a great cup of coffee in Costa Rica, then this tour will take you to the right place. A private day trip to the Doka Estate coffee plantation will show you how Costa Rican coffee is processed from bean to brew. After seeing how this amazing coffee is made, you’ll head to the town of Iglesia de Sarchi for a few hours of souvenir shopping before making a quick stop at Parque Central de Grecia.

Finally, what everyone was after! TravelWellCR picks you up early in the morning, starting at 6:00 a.m. at your hotel in downtown San Jose, to take you straight on the adventure to the majestic Poás Volcano. Along the way we will look for sloths in their natural habitat and thus continue with your volcanic experience. Includes: - Roundtrip transportation hotel or airport: Travel comfortably and safely in air-conditioned tourist transport. Includes pick-up from your hotel and return to the hotel or airport at the end of the tour. - Admission to Poás Volcano National Park

If your goal is to see the resplendent quetzal, this birding tour of the Costa Rica highlands is a must-do. Journey from the Quepos area to Los Quetzales National Park early in the morning for your best chances of seeing the beautiful birds. As you enjoy a leisurely hike through the park, you'll also have the opportunity to spot hummingbirds, flycatchers, woodpeckers, haws, wrens, tanagers, and more.

Escape the hustle and bustle of San Jose and experience Sarchi, a small town famous for its artisan crafts. After pickup from your hotel, your personal guide will show you the best spots, detailing the tradition of oxcart painting—and the importance of the oxcart to Costa Rica—wooden craft-making, family art factories, and more. Grab an authentic lunch and choose from 200+ shops to select a souvenir to take back home.

Devote a day to experiencing some of the best in Costa Rican nature without having to do a lot of planning with this tour, which combines three incredible experiences. Enjoy a scenic boat ride on the Sarapiqui River with a naturalist guide, take an aerial tram into the rainforest, and go on a nature walk, with time left over to enjoy included lunch in a rainforest restaurant.

Con Iguana Tours tendrán una experiencia muy diferente por nuestra visión de desarrollar tours con contenido natural por supuesto, pero también con valores, servicio y mucha información sobre la naturaleza e información relevante del área que visitamos. Nos caracterizan guías con mucha experiencia y conocimiento. Vas a encontrar con Iguana Tours el balance entre la aventura y la experiencia de aprender mucho sobre Costa Rica.

La Paz Waterfall Gardens lies roughly an hour away from San José—and an entire world apart. On your guided tour, you’ll wander amongst waterfalls, through a cloud forest, along hiking trails, and in the company of incredible wildlife. Beyond the butterfly observatory and serpentarium, get to know spider monkeys, Capuchin monkeys, jaguars, ocelots, toucans, and more. For flora lovers, there are orchids and heliconias, too, all in one nature-rich spot.

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.

Costa Rica’s Cartago Province is home to the lofty Irazú Volcano as well as a variety of historic settlements. See Cartago’s highlights in a single day on this private tour, which allows you to experience Irazú Volcano National Park’s panoramic viewpoints and steaming craters, visit centuries-old settlements, and admire historic Spanish-colonial churches. Your guide navigates and provides transportation, leaving you free to enjoy the scenery.

We do the pick up at 6:30am in your hotel, them we take the route to San Ramon for 1 hours and 45 minuts. we arrive a cloud forest with spectacular scenes, lush vegetation, orchids, bromeliads and many types of ornamental plants.We have time to zip line lessons and enjoy the adventure. After Lunch, we leave to la Fortuna to made the rafting tour, 2 hours of the tour. Full Adventure in all activities. When we finish we leave to San José.

Step off the tourist trail and explore one of Costa Rica’s true hidden gems. This private, all-inclusive adventure takes you deep into the cloud forest to discover the stunning Blue Falls — a series of crystal-clear waterfalls surrounded by untouched nature. Hike through the jungle, swim in turquoise pools, and uncover secret spots only locals know. Perfect for travelers seeking serenity, authenticity, and a side of Costa Rica few ever see.

Escape the city and experience San Jose’s surrounding nature in the most relaxing way possible—with this private, full-day tour to waterfalls, gardens, and hot springs. Picked up from your hotel, you’ll traverse the countryside until you reach the rainforest, where you’ll explore gardens, spot sloths, and get misted by waterfalls. Then you’ll head to nearby hot springs for lunch, a soak under the Arenal Volcano, optional spa treatments, and more.

Embark on a captivating adventure where Costa Rica’s wildlife and world-renowned coffee come together! Begin your journey at the Toucan Rescue Ranch, home to rescued sloths, parrots, monkeys, and more, as their inspiring stories unfold before your eyes. Then, indulge in a delicious buffet lunch of fresh local ingredients before diving into the aromatic world of coffee. Learn the fascinating process from bean to cup and savor some of Costa Rica's finest blends. With your heart full of wildlife encounters and the rich taste of coffee, you'll be comfortably transported back to your San Jose hotel, making this day truly unforgettable!

Combine six popular rain forest activities into a single day jam-packed with adventure on this tour to Braulio Carrillo National Park from San Jose. Fly down ziplines over the rain forest canopy, visit a terrarium and butterfly garden, walk along nature trails, and more, all with hassle-free round-trip transportation from your San Jose hotel and a typical Costa Rican lunch to keep you going.

This day trip provides round-trip transport from San Jose and combines a zipline adventure and whitewater rafting trip in the Costa Rican rain forest. Enjoy spectacular views as you zip above the rain forest canopy, and experience the adrenaline rush of navigating a challenging stretch of whitewater rapids with an expert guide. Your full-day tour includes all equipment, lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

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.

The Rain Forest Aerial Tram is an unique rain forest experience where you can admire the jungle from the same perspective of the birds. With the narration of your guide, learn all about the ecosystem and wildlife species present at this pristine forest. The cable car, built in the 90s by a biologist and researcher of the flora and fauna of the treetops, allows a 1-mile journey over the tropical rain forest. The beauty of nature is impressive and with the narration of the local naturalist guides, it becomes a true educational experience. The park is located at less than one hour from San Jose and besides the tram, you can enjoy diverse ecological experiences such a butterfly garden, nature walks, souvenir store and a restaurant. Our tour is operated in a 100% private basis, with high quality transportation services and a professional naturalist tour guide that will pick you up directly from your hotel.

Discover the perfect combination of nature and culture on our exciting tour. Guided by local experts, you will enjoy a guided tour of the Doka coffee tour, where you will discover the secrets of coffee production in one of Costa Rica’s most renowned plantations. Explore the majestic Poás Volcano, one of the most impressive active volcanoes in the country, and marvel at La Paz Falls, a wildlife refuge in a lush tropical forest, with spectacular waterfalls, butterflies, monkeys, hummingbirds, snakes, felines, frogs and more. We focus on small groups to ensure personalized attention and a memorable experience. Don’t miss this unique activity!

Turn your transfer into an adventure! Travel from La Fortuna to San Jose (Or viceversa) with stunning views, cultural stops, and local flavors. Cultural Stop: Learn Costa Rican history at Juan Santamaría Park in Alajuela. ☕ Coffee Experience: Visit Alsacia Starbucks Farm, explore their project, and enjoy a fresh brew (optional). ️ Scenic Views: Stop at La Paz Waterfall for breathtaking photos. ️ Authentic Cuisine: Enjoy a local meal at Soda y Mirador Cinchona, overlooking San Fernando Waterfall. More Waterfalls: See three more waterfalls nestled in the mountains. Nature & Wildlife: Spot pineapple fields and possibly toucans, monkeys, sloths, and iguanas on the way. A unique way to experience Costa Rica while getting from A to B! ✨

The Poás National Park offers a safe and controlled visit so that you can enjoy a beautiful experience. Join us on a journey to uncover the secrets of Volcán Poás and explore the wonder it brings to the Costa Rican landscape. This is a more personalized experience.