All San Jose Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

Private Transport from San Jose Int'l Airport to La Fortuna de Arenal

Prepare for a remarkable journey as you embark on the Pacuare River Expedition, a thrilling encounter with Costa Rica's untamed beauty and rushing rapids. This adventure promises an adrenaline-pumping experience combined with moments of awe-inspiring tranquility. Your exploration of the Pacuare River will be accompanied by the comfort of our expertly designed package, allowing you to delve deep into nature's marvels while savoring an overnight stay at our picturesque accommodations.

Pacuare River White Water Rafting Adventure Tour, Costa Rica

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Go river rafting on the Pacuare River on a full-day tour from Turrialba that showcases some of the gorgeous scenery in Costa Rica. Expect to spend about four hours on the river as you raft about 18 miles (29 km) on large and small rapids, with lunch provided during a break along the way. This whitewater river rafting experience is suitable for active people that enjoy an outdoor challenge.

San Jose to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) – Departure Private Transfer

30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Living a nocturnal experience in the middle of the humid tropical forest, in a privileged place for its ponds, springs and tributaries that flow into the Sardinal River and the historic Sarapiquí River, make this site home to more than 35 species of amphibians, which will surprise you with their number and variety of songs, shapes and colors, which we will discover in their different habitats, we will learn about the importance of ecosystems and the role they play within it. Let's discover together the largest frog in Costa Rica, transparent frogs or the most famous frog in the world, among many others in an incredible tour suitable for the whole family, friends or companions.

Sarapiqui Frog Experience: Night Experience in the Jungle.

Sarapiqui Frog Experience: Night Experience in the Jungle.

1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

A taste of Aquiares - 2 hours Coffee Tour

This coffee crawl connects specialty coffee, history, and the city itself into a single narrative. You don’t just visit cafés; you walk the same streets where coffee wealth shaped political decisions, funded public spaces, and helped define Costa Rica’s social identity. It’s great because it’s slow, human, and immersive. You experience the city at walking pace, with time to taste, listen, and reflect. The 11 stops create rhythm: coffee, street, story, coffee again. It’s also great because it’s local and authentic. You’re not following a generic tour; you’re engaging with independent specialty coffee shops, passionate baristas, and real historical spaces that still shape daily life in San José. And finally, it’s great because it changes how you see coffee. By the end of the crawl, coffee is no longer just a beverage—it’s a cultural force that helped build a country, a city, and a way of thinking that values dialogue, community, and identity.

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

San José Coffee Crawl

An Immersive Experience This hike will take you along uncharted trails and through a pristine forest, ensuring an immersive and unrivalled experience. You will be able to observe numerous species of high-altitude birds, such as the majestic quetzal, and walk in the habitat of various mammals that inhabit our forests, such as the cougar, the danta and the bush goat, among others, and then finish at the viewpoint of Costa Rica’s only natural color lagoon. A lagoon formed by waters of volcanic origin that stains with wonderful colors as it mixes with other tributaries. A place few people know. Our abundant vegetation will dazzle you, and with any luck, you will have the opportunity to walk among the clouds. All this, along with the benefits of physical activity that a mountain hike provides, will make your visit an unforgettable experience. This walk is for people used to playing sports for several hours. Intermediate level

Private Guided Walk to the Laguna de Colores Viewpoint

7 hoursFree Cancellation

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3-Hour Downtown San Jose Walking Tour

This private shuttle will take you to any hotel in Manuel Antonio, allowing you to enjoy a comfortable and worry-free transfer. Our service guarantees an efficient, safe and competitively priced trip, ensuring you get to your destination in the most comfortable way possible. Fares are adjusted for the number of passengers, so the more people travel, the lower the cost per person. During the tour, you can relax and enjoy the scenery in a safe and comfortable trip to your hotel.

San Jose to Manuel Antonio: Private Transfer

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.

Canopy & Rafting combo Adventure Tour at Hacienda Pozo Azul from San Jose

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Our small raft company offers a personalized whitewater rafting experience that is perfect for those seeking a more intimate adventure. Unlike larger companies, our small group sizes ensure that each participant receives individual attention from our experienced guides, allowing for a truly customized experience. Our experienced guides will ensure that your trip is safe, enjoyable, and tailored to your skill level, making it perfect for both seasoned rafters and first-timers alike. With our small group sizes, you'll have ample opportunities to take in the stunning natural scenery around you, spot wildlife, and really immerse yourself in the adventure. Join us for a whitewater rafting experience that is truly personalized and unforgettable. We can't wait to share the adventure with you!

Rafting Adventure at Rio Sarapiqui

4 hoursFree Cancellation

This private shuttle will take you to any hotel in Fortuna, allowing you to enjoy a comfortable and worry-free transfer. Our service guarantees an efficient, safe and competitively priced trip, ensuring you get to your destination in the most comfortable way possible. Fares are adjusted for the number of passengers, so the more people travel, the lower the cost per person. During the tour, you can relax and enjoy the scenery in a safe and comfortable trip to your hotel.

San Jose to Fortuna - Arenal: Private Transfer

Feel the adrenaline rush of soaring over treetops and waterfalls on this small-group canopy tour at Adventure Park Costa Rica. Enjoy stunning views over the ocean, mountains, and rainforest on 18 zipline cables over 11 waterfalls. This guided tour emphasizes safety and provides all the necessary equipment, plus transportation to and from San Jose hotels. Note: Participants must be at least seven years old and weigh less than 280lbs (127kg).

Mega Zipline over 11 Waterfalls from San Jose

Private Transfer from San Jose Airport One Way

30 minutesFree Cancellation

Experience the ultimate happiness in the world's happiest country! Feel the essence of 'pura vida' by embarking on a journey to Costa Rica with Go Around Costa Rica's convenient private transfer service. Enjoy a seamless trip to your destination with prompt and hassle-free pick-up, along with exclusive amenities such as private transfer, air conditioning, onboard WiFi, and complimentary bottled water. With the flexibility to stop at any desired location en route, including restaurants, panoramic viewpoints, or restrooms, your journey is tailored to your preferences. Our friendly drivers are always available to address any questions, offer suggestions for experiences, tours, and more. Choose Go Around Costa Rica for the best way to effortlessly reach your destinations and make the most of your Costa Rican adventure!

Private Transfer from Juan Santamaria Airport to La Fortuna area

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

An activity guided by fans passionate about the Saprissa soccer team, where an excellent experience will be provided where you will be able to watch the soccer game safely and comfortably. Where 100% support will be provided before, during and after the game, guaranteeing an unforgettable experience. The main idea of this activity is to provide an experience as similar as possible to that of a local visiting the stadium. Visiting iconic places for fans of the Saprissa football team that are located near the stadium. Before the activity, a summary related to the match to be witnessed will be provided, such as what soccer league is being played, stats, main players and curious facts about the match.

Saprissa Soccer Team Local Match

We understand the importance of ensuring a hassle-free transfer experience. Our private airport transfer service allows you just that. Book our private airport transfer service and enjoy a safe, reliable, comfortable, and convenient journey from your accommodation in San José to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO). Let us take care of your transportation needs, allowing you to focus on enjoying your trip to the fullest.

Private One-way Transfer from San Jose to Juan Santamaria Airport

28 minutesFree Cancellation

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Private Transfer from San Jose Airport or Puerto Viejo Hotels

5 hoursFree Cancellation

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This is not a cooking class or a typical food tour, it’s a delicious, eye-opening journey through Costa rica’s extraordinary biodiversity, guided by a local fruit lover. If you opt for the full experience, your day begins at one of San Jose’s bustling markets, where your host will select and open fruits you’ve probably never seen before. Want to skip the walk? No problem — the tasting alone is just as immersive. As you taste, you’ll discover: Nutritional properties and healing uses Indigenous and colonial histories Seasonal patterns and farming traditions Culinary secrets from Central America From tangy to creamy, sweet to earthy, this tasting experience invites you to rediscover fruit the Costa Rican way.

Costa Rica's Tropical fruit Guided Tasting in San Jose

The first museum of water in Costa Rica, our company is a tribute to the science and magic of water. Immerse yourself in a natural paradise, with a series of waterfalls that drives the cycle of life. Touch it and feel it. Dive and swim, walk and climb, be inspired and be moved. Give yourself an incredible experience. Experience a magical connection with water and its many secrets and wonders. In this tour, you will also get an exclusive access to all our premises.

AWA Water Museum - Waterfall Adventure (Organic Food Experience)

San José becomes the crime scene in this self-guided detective game, where the clues are hidden in plain sight in the streets around you. The case is the murder of Balthasar, and the evidence is scattered across the old centre - past Plaza de la Democracia, Edificio Metálico, Antigua Aduana and Parque Nacional. You decode messages, photograph what does not add up and press digital witnesses whose stories never quite line up. Every puzzle you crack removes a name from the list of suspects. Play as a couple, bring the children along, or send two or three teams out at the same time and turn the investigation into a race - which is what makes this murder mystery game work as well for a team outing as for a day out. The last answer is waiting somewhere in the centre of San José.

San José Self-Guided Detective Murder Mystery Game

We offer you luxury, flexible and safe transportation from the City, Hotels or from the Juan Santamaría International Airport. We pick you up at your hotel or at the airport exit with Arenal or La Fortuna Destination. Do not worry about the roads, travel as you deserve aboard our luxury transport, enjoy a movie, stop to enjoy the tour, take photographs or relax that our main objective is your comfort, safety with the best customer service . With more than 7 years in the transport market, we offer our clients the best of the best, with bilingual drivers that will help you in whatever you need during your trip.

Shuttle Minibus La Fortuna to Arenal from San José

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Visit two special Costa Rica attractions in one day on this tour to Poas Volcano and La Paz Waterfall from San Jose. Enjoy an easy ride up to the crater of the volcano, where you have free time to admire the sulfur fumaroles and views over the central valley, and then head to La Paz Waterfall—an incredible photo opportunity. Snack on fresh strawberries from a local farm between activities.

Poas Volcano La Paz Waterfall Garden and CoffeeTour from San Jose

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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Tortuguero : All Inclusive Package 2 Nights 3 Days from San Jose

plpm2020, Nov 2026

Tortuguero from San José, Costa Rica

A 100% recommended tour, ideal if you are looking for an experience with a certain degree of difficulty but prefer to do it without a rental car, traveling comfortably by bus and in a guided way. To visit Tortuguero, it is much better not to waste time attempting a solo adventure like Indiana Jones. The ideal thing is to choose this three-day, two-night tour, led by totally competent professionals. We want to highlight our guide Oscar, a person as cultured as few, extremely friendly and prepared to resolve any unforeseen event. We also want to thank Rolando, an excellent driver in every sense. As advice for future travelers: remember to leave a good tip in the European style, since it is greatly appreciated here. You will return to San José feeling that every cent invested was totally worth it.

Horseback Riding Adventure in La Fortuna with River Crossings

Lakshmi_T, Oct 2026

Horseback Riding: River Swims, Fresh Sugarcane, and First-Time Horseback Riding

e horseback riding tour was great! We were even able to canter the horses and swim with them in the river. The host family was very friendly, made fresh sugarcane juice, and offered us so many delicious fruits from their garden. It was my husband’s first time riding, and he absolutely loved it. Highly recommend it !

San Jose By Night: Farm to Table Dinner & Cocktail Class

Sara_H, Oct 2026

We had an amazing time....

We had an amazing time. We got a little history, a walk through the market and finished it off with making delicious food and cocktails. This was kne of the biggest highlights of our trip. Angel was our guide and he was phenomenal! Would definitely recommend this to anyone visiting San Jose.

All-inclusive package 7 nights 8 days in the best destinations in Costa Rica

Nicole_H, Oct 2026

Unique location tour - it doesn't get any better than this. 5 ***** for this provider!

It was an unforgettable experience! We were really picked up on time every day. We already received a list of the planned activities per day in advance (including recommendations for clothing - which was actually super helpful). The individual excursions were excellently organized, the guides were consistently lovely, helpful, and had a lot of knowledge about flora, fauna, the country, and its people. The rafting was quite exciting and exhausting. On the other hand, the zip-line was totally cool (tip: Even if you are unsure - try the Tarzan swing! It's not as bad as it looks 😉). Sure, it is sometimes exhausting when you have to go up and down many steps at the waterfalls, but there was also a shortcut. In return, you could then relax in the hot springs the next day. Unique! The food during the trip is great and we would recommend this exact trip to anyone considering coming to Costa Rica. Do it! It was a pleasure to get to know the country with this provider. All the best!

Poás Volcano, Café Doka and Peace Falls Day Tour

ERNESTO_M, Oct 2026

A super productive day and an incredible experience!

I took advantage of a free day during a work trip to San José to take the tour to Poás Volcano, the Doka Coffee Estate, and La Paz Waterfall Gardens, and it could not have been a better decision. The tour is extremely complete, dynamic, and is very well organized; you make the most of the day and each of the stops is a place worth visiting. Special mention to the guide, who was super friendly, attentive, and had incredible knowledge about the history, nature, and local culture. His passion for what he does is evident, and he made sure that we enjoyed the experience from beginning to end. If you visit San José for business and want to take advantage of a day to see the best of Costa Rica, this excursion is the perfect option. Totally recommended!

Poas Volcano + Coffee Plantations & La Paz Waterfall Gardens Trip from San Jose

Rachel_L, Sept 2026

Great combo tour, well worth it!

Great day! Breakfast and the tour at the Doka coffee farm was super interesting and Mauricio answered all or questions about the species of coffee plants and how the beans are processed to make coffee. We then drove up to Poas volcano, where the rain and fog had moved in so we were unable to see the crater. It would have been great to be able to wait for the weather to move out. La Paz waterfall gardens was easily the highlight of this tour. There were so many animals to see, and the hike along the waterfall route was beautiful in the rainy weather. Overall a really great day!

Coffee Plantation-Poás Volcano N.P-La Paz Waterfall Gardens Park

Isabel_B, Aug 2026

Outstanding Tour Guide

I had an excellent day tour! Raquel is an amazing guide, extremely knowledgeable, kind, and professional. She was friendly and accommodating throughout the entire day, and her English is excellent. I asked countless questions about the volcano, the wildlife, and the history of Costa Rica, and she always had thoughtful, informative answers. Her passion for her country really made the experience even more enjoyable. I would 100% recommend touring to anyone visiting Costa Rica!

Poas Volcano waterfalls and coffee tour from from San Jose

Bonnaz_K, Aug 2026

Complete and diverse tour

Very interesting tour that allows you to see the country. I particularly enjoyed discovering all the stages of coffee production and drinking coffee that we roasted and ground ourselves. The waterfall is worth the detour, as are all the tastings and the lunch, which was of high quality. Unfortunately, the weather did not allow us to see the volcano.

Panama City : ATV Jungle and Beach Adventure & River Swim

Annalea_B, Jul 2026

Memorable Moments

Our ATV tour was absolutely amazing! It was the perfect combination of adventure, excitement, and breathtaking scenery. The ATVs were in great condition, the guides were friendly, professional, and made sure everyone felt safe and comfortable throughout the ride. The entire experience was so much fun and created memories we'll never forget. Whether you're a first-time rider or have ridden before, this tour is definitely worth it. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for an unforgettable adventure. Thank you to the whole team for such a fantastic experience

White Water Rafting Pacuare River From San José

K713ADchristopherj, Jul 2026

An experience spread over two days

We had the pleasure of experiencing the Pacuare whitewater rafting as part of a group trip. A good hour into the jungle - there an unusual and heartwarming stopover with two overnight stays and then about 3 hours out of the jungle back to normality - a real highlight of our trip

La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Wildlife Refuge Tour from San Jose

L_T, Jul 2026

Unforgettable Experience

We had an exceptional experience from start to finish. Our tour guide Edgar was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and accommodating, making everyone feel welcome while sharing fascinating insights about the area. The pace was perfect, and they went above and beyond to ensure everyone had a memorable time. The destination itself was absolutely breathtaking and even more beautiful than we expected. The stunning scenery made every moment worthwhile. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for an unforgettable experience.

Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner

Grisel_C, Jun 2026

Great all day tour!

Full 14 hr experience filled with adventure, sightseeing, and beauty! Alex was great in explaining all about the culture, food, and history. About 10 stops through the entire day starting with a coffee plantation, visiting waterfalls, ziplining, and thermal springs all while enjoying fruits, lunch, and dinner. Our guide made this trip phenomenal explaining each place where we stopped. He even pulled over to make sure we saw a sloth. Only piece of advice is to make sure you buy the package with ziplining and rappelling if that’s what you want. Would recommend and repeat without any hesitation!