Top Costa Rica Tours by Duration

Time: 6 hours Pick-up times: 6 hours tour: Convenience time before 12:00 PM Enjoy all our signature activities in one day: Your Day, Your Way Immerse yourself in a day of ocean adventures tailored to your preferences. We will begin by fishing around the Gulf, while we will try to spot whales and dolphins. We will then head to a beautiful beach with crystal-clear waters; where you can enjoy activities like snorkeling, waterskiing, and wakeboarding. We will also have the opportunity to visit the tidal caves during low tide and explore the mangrove during high tide. All our boats have comfortable benches and tables. You can choose the pace of the activities!

This private day trip from San José blends Costa Rica’s natural beauty and cultural heritage in one journey. Begin at Irazú Volcano National Park, the country’s highest volcano, where you can stand on the crater’s rim and admire sweeping views. Continue to Basilica of Our Lady of the Angels in Cartago, Costa Rica’s most important pilgrimage site with remarkable architecture. The drive then takes you through the scenic Orosí Valley, where coffee farms, rivers, and traditional villages create a picturesque countryside. Finally, explore the Ujarrás Ruins, a 17th-century church surrounded by peaceful gardens. With a professional English-speaking driver, hotel pickup and drop-off, and fully customizable stops, this experience offers the perfect mix of history, spirituality, and breathtaking landscapes.

The Beach & Pool Crawl is a private celebration experience designed for bachelorette parties, birthdays, graduations, and groups who want an unforgettable day together in Costa Rica. Cruise between handpicked beach and poolside venues, each with great music, sunny vibes, a welcome drink, and exclusive food and drink specials — all in a fun, social, stress-free setting. The party starts on the bus, where drinks, games, and high-energy music bring your group together from the first moment. Dedicated private hosts lead the celebration from start to finish, keeping the vibe fun, organized, and completely focused on your group while guiding you through every stop. Fully customizable to match your celebration style — from chill beach birthday vibes to full bachelorette party energy — this is more than a tour. It’s your private beach party day, built around music, laughter, and unforgettable memories with your favorite people.

The amazing Venado Caves, formed 15 – 20 million years ago, were discovered by the aboriginal Guatusos. Throughout the 1 ½ hour tour through a cave formed by an underground river, we will see stalactites, stalagmites, and marine fossils along with plenty of bats, spiders, and crickets. As adventurers, we should be prepared to move through very tight spaces, get thoroughly wet, and be covered in mud as we walk and crawl along the underground river and through the waterfall to explore the wonders of this cave. Where to meet: We pick you up at any Hotel near the region for free. Just let us take care of you. What to bring: Waterproof Camera, walking shoes, insect repellent, towel, extra clothes and shoes. Important: Please plan on arriving at least 15 minutes prior to the start time of the tour as we do start on time.

Discover Costa Rica's flavors and biodiversity on this immersive 7-hour tour in Arenal. Engage in three unique experiences: explore the Honey & Bee Garden, where you learn about stingless bees and taste exotic honeys; delve into the Chocolate Experience, crafting your own treats and uncovering the history of cacao; and enjoy a stroll through a Passion Fruit Plantation, complete with fruit picking and artisanal tastings. Between adventures, savor a traditional Costa Rican lunch at RainForest Explorers Rancho, featuring local favorites prepared over a wood fire. - Full-day agro-educational tour featuring honey, chocolate, and passion fruit - Engage with local experts and learn about indigenous bee species and cacao - Enjoy a traditional Costa Rican lunch in a family-style setting - Includes all entrance fees, round-trip transportation, and tastings at each location

Discover three of La Fortuna’s most iconic experiences in a single day! Hike the historic lava trails around Arenal Volcano, cool off in the crystal-clear waters of La Fortuna Waterfall, and cap off the adventure with a relaxing Float Safari down the Peñas Blancas River, accompanied by a naturalist guide as you enjoy the tranquility of the tropical forest. You’ll also enjoy a delicious traditional Costa Rican lunch and included transportation for a complete experience among volcanoes, rainforest, and nature.

Discover a world of feathered wonders in Costa Rica’s Ballena National Marine Park. Home to an impressive 261 bird species, including several regional endemics, this coastal paradise is a birdwatcher’s dream.

A wide variety of amazing birds and animals live in the Manuel Antonio National Park but it’s easy to miss them on a casual, solo walk through the park. On this guided nature walk through the park, your naturalist guide will point out sloths, macaws, monkeys, lizards, and much more. Learn about what you see and get a better understanding of Costa Rica’s famous biodiversity.

Rafting day in one of the best rivers to practice this sport, the Pacuare. Valid for any level, if you have not done it before, you will learn and if you have already done so you will enjoy it again. Departures from any hotel in San José. Includes breakfast and picnic lunch on the river. We will pick you up at your hotel in San José to travel to the Pacuare River. Upon arriving at the operations center we will wait for you with a delicious breakfast to gain strength. Once equipped and after the safety talk, we will launch in 6-person rafts for 4 hours along the river sailing class III and IV rapids. Halfway we will have a picnic to eat and continue to the operations center again. Once finished, we can change before returning to San José, we will leave you again in your hotel

This isn't just another Poás Volcano tour. It's a private experience, built for slow travel, not mass tourism. We pick you up when it works for you, straight from your hotel or Airbnb, none of the two hours the big buses waste rounding tourists up across other locations. At Poás, timing is everything: those who arrive after mid-morning usually find the crater buried in clouds. So we go first, while you still have a real shot at seeing it clear. We stand at the edge of one of the largest active craters on the planet, no rush, then find the hidden Laguna Botos, its waters shifting between emerald and turquoise. Next, the iconic La Paz Waterfall, fresh local fruit, and a hidden trail most people walk right past. We close the day at Hacienda Alsacia, the only Starbucks coffee farm in the world, where you taste a cup where it's actually grown. Your companion doesn't just know this land, he lives it. You won't remember a tour. You'll remember a Costa Rica experience, told first-hand.

Experience the perfect combination of Caribbean relaxation, tropical wildlife, and natural beauty at Cahuita National Park, one of Costa Rica’s most scenic coastal destinations. Unlike traditional beach excursions, Cahuita offers the unique opportunity to relax on a beautiful Caribbean beach while surrounded by lush tropical rainforest and incredible wildlife. Swim in the warm Caribbean waters, unwind under swaying palm trees, or explore the park’s easy walking trails while keeping an eye out for sloths, white-faced capuchin monkeys, howler monkeys, toucans, iguanas, and other tropical species. Designed specifically for cruise passengers, this relaxing shore excursion combines tropical wildlife, Caribbean scenery, and a worry-free return to your ship.

With this group tour, you can go on a birding adventure in the renowned Carara National Park, one of Costa Rica's premier birdwatching hotspots. Led by a guide, you can explore the park's diverse flora and fauna, including hummingbirds, flycatchers, and motmots. With strategic stops and fascinating commentary, this tour caters to birdwatchers of all levels, from beginners to advanced enthusiasts, there’s something for everyone to learn.

Cayoneering is a brand new sport that is becoming very popular the world over! Near the Arenal Volcano, the rugged, mountainous terrian is ideal for incredible Cayoneering options and huge breathtaking waterfalls!!! This unique multi sport adventure combines rappelling , down-climbing and river tracing in a deep tropical canyon.Your guides will give you a thorough safety talk to explain important rappeling and down- climbing techniques.You will be provided high- quality technical climbing gear such as a harness , helmet, gloves, and you will get to practice on a 15FT mini waterfall before you head off on your adventure.

A 4-in-1 tour, nature, city, volcano and adventure, where you will visit the beautiful city of Liberia. Then the falls Llanos del Cortes to follow the beautiful volcano Miravalles where we will be in Las Hornillas, a site that is at the foot of the volcano and near many of these geysers. Here, you will ride horses or be towed in a horse-drawn carriage to a nearby forest. You will walk for 40 minutes through a biologically diverse forest and visit some picturesque waterfalls. After the hike, you will enjoy a swim in the local hot springs. Let your muscles relax while you enjoy the views of nature or get covered in volcanic mud.

An experience full of nature, culture, adventure, wellness and sustainability in one day in the same place. allows you to enjoy all the activities to get more adrenaline and for lunch a sustainable dining experience. This is an exquisite culinary experience, lunch is based on essential principles of sustainability in a warm environment served by our local human resources, enhancing the benefits of our wonderful Mother Earth while enjoying gastronomy with the essence of Guanacaste. Welcome cocktail 5-course gourmet lunch Extreme Canopy Las Pavas Suspension bridges Paseo Los Higuerones Water slide La Selva Cultural tour; visit the Sugar Mill, traditional sandwich tasting at La Fonda, Gourmet Coffee Güipia and Clay Craft Workshop Indigenous Guaitil Visit the Salitral Waterfall Horseback Riding, Access to Pacayas Hot Springs

An unforgettable day is lived on this adventure tour, where you will live an adrenaline that is rarely felt, but at the same time you can relax in the delicious hot springs of the Rio Negro and you could exfoliate your whole body with volcanic mud and then move on to a delicious lunch.

If you’re looking for beautiful beaches, crystal-clear waters, snorkeling, paddle boarding, swimming, and unforgettable sunsets, Lupo Cruise brings it all together in one seamless experience. Designed for comfort and relaxation, this 50 ft yacht offers the perfect setting to explore Costa Rica’s coastline in style, whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying a day on the ocean. Our experienced and friendly crew will make sure you feel safe, relaxed, and well taken care of throughout the trip. We provide an open bar, freshly prepared food, snacks, and all water activities, creating a premium all-inclusive experience you won’t forget.

the experience offered in the reserve by guides, experts in naturalism and cultural history of the South Caribbean, will accompany you to discover the wonderful secrets of this forest, which is a wildlife sanctuary. During the tour, you can cross different types of forest, cross a suspension bridge and enjoy a swim in a natural pool.

Let your thoughts drift away on this unforgettable river barbecue adventure. Explore a cave, cascades, and a stunning waterfall before floating down a breathtaking lazy river filled with natural celeste-blue mineral pools. Surrounded by vibrant scenery at every turn, you can splash and play or simply unwind as you lounge in an inflatable tube.

Unlike crowded group excursions, this private catamaran experience is reserved exclusively for your group. Enjoy a personalized day exploring Costa Rica's stunning Pacific coastline aboard our spacious catamaran for up to 16 guests. Depending on the tour duration, you may visit beautiful locations such as Cabo Velas and Playa Conchal while enjoying snorkeling, paddleboarding, swimming, wildlife spotting, an open bar, and a freshly prepared lunch served on board. Our flexible itinerary allows the captain to adapt the experience to weather conditions, wildlife sightings, and your group's preferences, creating a truly customized adventure. NOTE: This is a fully customizable private charter. After booking, our team will contact you to coordinate your preferred departure time between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM, as well as the duration of your charter (minimum 4 hours, maximum 8 hours).

Enjoy an exclusive private catamaran experience reserved only for your group. Sail along the beautiful coastline of Guanacaste, visit the calm waters of Cabo Velas, and enjoy snorkeling, paddleboarding, wildlife spotting, a freshly prepared meal, and an open bar. With no crowds,this tour is the perfect way to enjoy Costa Rica's Pacific coast.

Explore Central America's largest mangrove on this popular kayaking tour that puts travelers up close to Costa Rica's diverse landscapes. Navigate the waters surrounding Damas Island and see hundreds of different animals, birds and reptiles up close. This is the perfect way to experience this diverse nation's incredible wildlife and learn more from your expert local guide.

Experience the perfect blend of ocean adventure and off-road excitement in one unforgettable journey. Designed for travelers seeking exclusivity, adrenaline, and authentic Costa Rican landscapes, this unique combo takes you from the sea straight into the heart of nature. Your experience begins directly from your hotel beach, where you will depart on a jet ski and ride across the stunning waters of the Papagayo Bay. Upon reaching the other side, your ATV will be ready and waiting. Without interruptions, you will transition seamlessly from ocean to land and begin an exciting off-road adventure. Ride through scenic jungle trails, cross rivers, and explore authentic local villages, all while surrounded by Costa Rica’s breathtaking natural beauty. After completing your ATV tour, you will return in style on your jet ski, cruising back across the bay to your hotel beach.

Enjoy with us some of the best Costa Rica destinations, tours and experiences with this unique vacation package specially designed for nature lovers and adventurous people looking for an unforgettable experience in Costa Rica. This vacation package includes 14 days and 13 nights in high quality hotels, exclusive tours, meals listed in itinerary, professional naturalist tour guides, all entrance fees, deluxe transportation service and the visit the beautiful following Costa Rican destinations: San José, Tortuguero National. Park, Sarapiqui, Arenal Hot Springs, Manuel Antonio National Park and Quepos Town.