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Discover Tamarindo's natural surroundings after dark on a small-group night walk focused on the area's nocturnal wildlife. As the forest comes alive while the village winds down, specialized multilingual guides help you spot animals and uncover the hidden activity that is easy to miss during the day. The smaller group creates a more personal way to experience the jungle, while provided headlights make it easy to focus on the wildlife around you.

Costa Rica is famous for its coffee—but while anyone can drink a cup or even bring home a bag of beans, it takes insider access to see how the crop is grown and processed. On this small-group, half-day tour, get a behind-the-scenes look at the world of coffee, chocolate, and sugarcane as you participate in day-to-day activities inside lush, tranquil Tio Leo coffee farm in Guanacaste.

Soar through the lush jungles of Costa Rica as you embark on a thrilling zipline adventure near the Arenal Volcano. Head to the adventure park and gear up to fly over canyons, above waterfalls, and through the forest over a series of ziplines. While you're in the air, take in the views of your surroundings including the volcano, waterfalls, and even downtown La Fortuna.

Many travellers in Costa Rica will tell you, your tour is only as good as your guide. Here at Osa Nature Experts, our lead guide Walter is what sets this tour apart from the rest. His keen sense of where to find the birds you’re after combined with his excellent ability to find birds through calls alone, give you the opportunity to see as many birds as possible. This tour is also customized, based on our clients desires and mobility. If you are after a specific bird species, we will do our best to accommodate that request. Walter also leads his tours with his telescope and phone adapter, allowing you to get close and personal to the birdlife. He can help you take lovely photos and videos too!

Combine three adventurous activities in a single tour: a hike to Arental Volcano, visit to the Hanging Bridges, and exploration of La Fortuna Waterfall. This full-day tour from La Fortuna, perfect for nature lovers, includes hiking and swimming amidst Costa Rica's beautiful natural scenery. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

In this guided walk, you will enjoy and be filled with energy in the Monteverde Cloud Forest together with a certified and experienced Guide. Where you can marvel at the beautiful views of this unique Forest in the world and at the same time, learn about the flora & fauna that this forest offers, during a morning tour, which lasts two and a half hours. Where we can appreciate different species of animals unique to cloud forests. Our guide will have a high optical vision equipment to be able to see the plants and animals closer and clearer through it (Swarovski Telescope) Our mission is to create unique and unforgettable experiences for our clients, in each tour in the Cloud Forest.

Go in search of crocodiles and other wildlife on a boat cruise along the Tarcoles River, home to one of the largest populations of crocodiles in the world. Learn about the area’s flora and fauna from your guide as you cruise along the river, and keep an eye out for crocodiles, reptiles, and more than 50 bird species.

Ensure you don't miss any of the major sights at Costa Rica’s Manuel Antonio National Park by opting for a guided tour. Learn about the local wildlife, including sloths, monkeys, and lizards, from a nature expert and get an up-close look thanks to gear like spotting scopes. Enjoy some free time at the end as the tour ends at the beach within the park.

On this Jaco off-road ATV tour, it’s all about the journey—and the destinations. Take a thrilling ride through rugged mountain terrain en route to a vista point and two waterfalls, one of which has a 15-foot (4.5-meter) jump to try (if you dare). Be sure to bring a swimsuit to refresh yourself in the natural pool either way.

Explore the jungle at night when the temperature drops and nocturnal animals make their appearances. On this nighttime jungle walk, you’re picked up from Quepos or Manuel Antonio and taken to a protected jungle area nearby. Spend about 1.5 hours taking an easy hike through the jungle at night, when it’s filled with the sounds of insects and frogs, and nocturnal snakes, insects, tree frogs, and mammals come out.

Discover the incredible biodiversity of the Monteverde Cloud Forest on this guided natural history hike, ideal for travelers who want to explore one of Costa Rica's most fascinating and biodiverse ecosystems. Accompanied by an expert local naturalist guide, you'll hike along carefully selected trails within the Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve, renowned worldwide for its extraordinary ecological richness. During the hike, you may spot tropical birds such as toucans, hummingbirds, and, with a bit of luck, the famous Resplendent Quetzal. You might also encounter insects, amphibians, reptiles, and an impressive diversity of plants, including orchids, bromeliads, and giant ferns, that characterize the cloud forest. Thanks to the guide's expertise and the use of professional optical equipment, your chances of observing wildlife are greatly enhanced. This tour is ideal for nature lovers, photographers, and birdwatchers.

Get out of San Jose on a day tour to the Arenal Volcano region, where you’ll get a glimpse of Costa Rica’s famous biodiversity and natural beauty. Travel through scenic farmland and villages to reach the volcano. Stop at a coffee plantation, waterfall, and look out for wildlife en route. In the shadow of the volcano, soak in natural hot springs for a refreshing experience, before returning to San Jose.

It’s more than just a night walk it’s a deep dive into the nocturnal life of the jungle, led by passionate locals who know where to look and what to listen for.

Get a bird's eye view of the Monteverde Cloud Forest with a hanging bridges tour. Your knowledgeable local guide will lead you on a walk through the forest canopy of Selvatura Park, telling you all about the plants, insects, and animals that call this corner of the world home.

Explore Costa Rica's rainforests whilst getting a dose of adrenaline during this group activity package. Enjoy a comphrensive experience that includes logistics, lunch, and activities, allowing you to relax and fully immerse yourself in the day. Go ziplining and river tubing, and unwind in natural hot springs and volcanic mud baths afterwards.

Cruise along one of Costa Rica’s most scenic coastlines on a sailing and snorkeling tour of Manuel Antonio. Relax on deck and sip unlimited drinks from an open bar as you get a new perspective on the unspoiled nature preserve and try to spot dolphins, turtles, and migrating whales. Stop to swim and snorkel among tropical fish in the clear waters off Biesanz Beach, and then reward your efforts with a gourmet lunch prepared right on board.

Discover Ortega and the National Reserve Cipanci on this guided boat tour along the Tempisque River. Home to a wide variety of birds including the Scarlet Macaws and the Jabiru (the largest storks in the world), the wildlife refuge is an important nesting site. Following the tour, enjoy a traditionally made lunch with local cultivated ingredients.

In just one day, it’s possible to visit top Costa Rica attractions including Arenal Volcano, La Paz Waterfall, and Arenal Hot Springs when you book this full-day guided tour from San Jose. All-inclusive private transport smooths over otherwise tricky transportation logistics, and your guide keeps you entertained and informed as you explore. This tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, all entrance fees, plus two meals, adding up to a great value.

Grab your passport and head over the border for a full-day tour of Nicaragua’s highlights from Costa Rica. Start with a scenic Nicaraguan breakfast and then take in the views from Catarina Volcano. Visit the active Masaya Volcano and stand near the crater. Explore the colonial town of Granada, where you can marvel over the historic architecture and admire views from La Merced Church, followed by a delicious lunch of typical Nicaraguan cuisine. Finally, set sail across Lake Nicaragua for a scenic cruise.

Animal and nature lovers will enjoy exploring the Monteverde Cloud Forest on a horseback tour. Tours depart at three different times, with each being best for a different type of activity: bird watching, clear landscape views, or sunset skies. Cover a lot of ground without getting tired when traveling on a horse. Look out for toucans, parrots, monkeys, and other wildlife as you peacefully trek through the forest.

Explore and swim under the Rio Celeste and Llanos de Cortés waterfalls, without the pressure of getting there on your own, with this group activity package. Enjoy a seamless experience that covers your itinerary, optional transportation, park fees, and lunch, meaning you can relax and immerse yourself in the day's activities. Along with the waterfalls, hike through Tenorio Volcano National Park and visit a sloth sanctuary.

Immerse yourself in the natural wealth of Monteverde with our Bird Watching Tour, an experience designed for nature and photography lovers. Accompanied by an expert guide, you will explore the magical cloud forest trails in search of some of the nearly 600 species of birds that inhabit the region, including the majestic Shining Quetzal, the mysterious Monteverde Owl, the vibrant Blue and Yellow Tangara, and the iconic Bellbird. During the tour, your guide will use his knowledge and specialized equipment to facilitate sightings and help you identify each species by its colors, songs and behaviors. In addition, you will have high-quality telescopes and binoculars to appreciate every detail of these winged jewels in their natural environment.

Experience a different side of the Monteverde Cloud Forest with this small-group tour through a local private farm. Walk through a private farm set within the region’s beautiful countryside to see how coffee, cocoa, and sugar are produced here. Besides seeing their plantations, you’ll have the chance to taste each of the local products. Trails on the farm are accessible for strollers, walkers, and wheelchairs. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included in Monteverde and Santa Elena.

Discover the lush landscape of Monteverde at night on the guided small-group evening tour. As you walk the grounds, be on the lookout for insects such as walking sticks, tarantulas, and leafcutter ants and mammals such as porcupines, opossums, and olingos. Depending on the weather conditions, you might also spot snakes and frogs.