Top Costa Rica Hiking Tours

Discover the hidden nightlife of Costa Rica on the La Fortuna, a guided tour through a private rainforest reserve near Arenal Volcano. Led by ICT-certified naturalist guides, this adventure reveals the vibrant world of nocturnal wildlife, including red-eyed tree frogs, sloths, snakes, and kinkajous. Each walk offers unique encounters as the rainforest comes alive at dusk, providing a memorable experience for families, couples, and wildlife enthusiasts. Enjoy comfortable trails and expert guidance while observing fascinating animal behaviors in their natural habitat. Explore a private rainforest reserve with expert naturalist guides Observe a variety of nocturnal creatures, including frogs and sloths Small group sizes ensure personalized attention and uncrowded encounters Tours available at 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM, lasting 1.5 to 2 hours

What makes this activity different is the forest itself. The property has been reforested for approximately 50 years, creating a habitat rich in biodiversity. Located along a wildlife corridor connected to Arenal Volcano National Park, it provides an opportunity to observe and appreciate the rainforest at night with passionate and knowledgeable guides

Hike to Quebrada Gata Waterfall in Bajos del Toro, a quiet cloud forest valley on the edge of Juan Castro Blanco National Park, far from the crowded tourist routes of Costa Rica. With a local guide who knows every turn of the trail, you’ll walk through a volcanic canyon and dense forest to reach a powerful waterfall, with time to enjoy the falls and take photos. Along the way, your guide shares insider knowledge about the valley’s plants, wildlife and rural way of life, so you experience Bajos del Toro the way locals do. Small groups keep the experience personal. Ideal for adventure seekers, active couples and nature lovers comfortable on an intermediate, technical trail.

Explore Quebrada Seca and Pozo Azul in Bajos del Toro, a hidden cloud forest valley near Juan Castro Blanco National Park that few travelers to Costa Rica ever reach. This hike offers a rare contrast: a dry canyon of volcanic rock that leads to a deep blue pool beneath a waterfall. With a local guide, you’ll discover quiet trails away from the crowds and learn how the valley’s volcanic past shaped its landscape. Small groups keep it personal. Perfect for adventure seekers, active couples and nature lovers looking for an authentic, off-the-beaten-path experience.

Active, nature-loving travelers will enjoy this full-day tour to Costa Rica’s Tenorio Volcano National Park. After arriving at the park you’ll hike with a guide to the Rio Celeste, which is a dramatic shade of turquoise. Check out the waterfalls and maybe the hot springs. Continue the walk to the Finca Verde Lodge, an eco-tourism center and organic farm, to learn more about the plants and animals. Hotel pickup is included for your convenience.

Hanging Bridges: Walk around 3 kilometers above the tree-tops or canopy trees in 5 suspension bridges as well on the trails. It allow a vision of the forest from a different perspective which start with a walk on the ground taking you up to explore the treetops. Tour duration: 2 hours Sloth Sanctuary tour the sloth, one of Costa Rica´s most iconic animals in a carefully designed exhibit that replicates their natural habitat and that is home to 20 sleepy, slow-moving, tree-dwelling individuals. This is the sanctuary where time takes on a new meaning and invites quiet contemplation of these mammals. Enjoy a guided tour of the exhibit to learn about this emblematic species, its habits, and why it doesn´t go anywhere very quickly. Tour duration: 45 minutes Butterfly Garden stunning butterfly garden is one of the largest on the continent. At 300ft long and 90ft wide, with a huge 50ft dome ceiling, the giant garden is host to 50 species of butterflies. Tour duration: 45 minutes

Discover nature at its best, our property boasts spectacular views of Herradura Bay and Island and the Nicoya Gulf. Within the property, if you are lucky you might have the possibility to see scarlet macaws, chestnut mandible toucans, and white-faced monkeys in their natural environment. The Trail is 2.8km long and has more than 400 mts elevation from sea level and about 400 stairs, so please take into account that if you choose to complete the hike, the difficulty level is high. Along the way you will find several rest stops with comfortable benches, we also have more than 20 stops along the way with signs of the most relevant trees and plants in the forest, this way you can read and learn about these natural wonders. Challenge yourself to an amazing Jungle Hiking experience. Hike to the top of the mountain and enjoy breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. Learn about nature with our more than 20 signs along the hike.

Combine two of the top outdoor rainforest activities in Costa Rica with this full-day day tour. After pickup from La Fortuna in a minivan, head to the Arenal Hanging Bridges—two miles (3.2 kilometers) of raised walking platforms designed for viewing wildlife in the rainforest canopy and below. After walking the bridges, visit La Fortuna Waterfall, swim in the La Fortuna River, and have a restaurant lunch before returning to La Fortuna.

During the walk you will be accompanied by your local tour guide, who will show you and explain everything about the place. The Marino Ballena National Park is a natural treasure that offers a rich diversity of marine and terrestrial ecosystems. This park is famous for its Tombolo (whale's tail) formation, which is revealed at low tide. Within the park, there are diverse ecosystems, such as coral reefs, seagrass meadows and beaches. These habitats are essential for the survival of numerous marine species. The mangrove area also plays a crucial role, serving as a refuge and breeding area for many species, as well as the forest area that provides food for different species of mammals, amphibians, reptiles and birds. Exploring the Marino Ballena National Park is not only an adventure, but also an opportunity to understand the importance of protecting these valuable ecosystems and the species that depend on them, and how we can help natural resources.

Your unique tour combines a peaceful, non-motorized canoe ride with an electric silent-motor assistance to explore narrow water trails seamlessly. Plus, you get an expert certified naturalist guide and a premium two-part experience: an early morning water safari and a mid-day rainforest trek