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Arenal Volcano Tour from San Jose: Zip Lining & Hot SpringsFull-day Arenal Volcano tour from San Jose with zip lining, rappelling, hot springs, and two meals included: coffee plantation stop, waterfall views.
- 3,744 reviews
- 4.92★
- Duration
- 14h
- Every day
- 06:30
Hacienda Alsacia Coffee Tour Alajuela: Wet mill & roasterHacienda Alsacia coffee tour in Alajuela with wet mill, drying patio, roaster, tasting, café, English & Spanish tours, wheelchair accessible.
- 3,277 reviews
- 4.88★
- Duration
- 1h 30m
- start times · Every day
- 7
Arenal Volcano Tour: Coffee, Waterfalls & Hot SpringsFull-day Arenal Volcano tour from San Jose with coffee tasting, La Paz Waterfall, indigenous culture presentation, Costa Rican lunch and dinner.
- 1,712 reviews
- 4.88★
- Duration
- 14h
- Every day
- 06:30
Recommended (7)
Tamarindo: Rio Celeste Hike, Sloth Sanctuary & Waterfall
- 1,187 reviews
- 4.62★
- Duration
- 12h
Manuel Antonio: Wildlife Day Trip & Beaches from San Jose
- 840 reviews
- 4.87★
- Duration
- 12h
Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfalls & Coffee Day Trip from San Jose
- 823 reviews
- 4.90★
- Duration
- 10h
Tortuga Island Day Trip from San José: Dolphins & Snorkel
- 714 reviews
- 4.45★
- Duration
- 12h–18h
Arenal Volcano: Night Rainforest Walk & Wildlife with Family-Friendly Guide
- 373 reviews
- 4.77★
- Duration
- 2h 30m
ATV Riding La Fortuna: Rainforest Trails & River ViewsUS$ 105US$ 100per person
- 368 reviews
- 4.58★
- Duration
- 3h
Monteverde Cloud Forest Tour: Sky Tram & Hanging Bridges
- 271 reviews
- 4.87★
- Duration
- 13h
Top rated (10)
Chocolate Making Workshop in Alajuela: Make Your Own BarMake your own chocolate bar at a working cacao farm in Alajuela, Costa Rica, after walking the plantation trails and learning how cacao becomes chocolate.
- 147 reviews
- 4.98★
- Duration
- 2h
- start times · Every day
- 3
Rio Celeste tubing & wildlife tour from La FortunaTube down the turquoise Rio Celeste for an hour and a half, then spot sloths, monkeys and exotic birds on the drive back through Tenorio Volcano National.
- 236 reviews
- 4.97★
- Duration
- 10h–11h
- start times · Every day
- 2
Costa Rica: Volcano, Waterfalls, Zipline & Hot Springs Day TripZipline near Arenal Volcano, visit waterfalls and relax in hot springs on this full-day Costa Rica tour from San Jose with lunch and dinner included.
- 152 reviews
- 4.81★
- Duration
- 14h
- Every day
- 06:30
Ziplining in La Fortuna: 8 lines over the Arenal rainforestZipline 8 lines and a 50-meter rappel over the Arenal rainforest canopy in La Fortuna, then soak in thermal pools and volcanic mud included with your ticket.
- 174 reviews
- 4.79★
- Duration
- 2h
- start times · Every day
- 4
San José Airport to City Hotels: Private Transfer & Meet ServiceStep off your flight in San José and spot your name at arrivals: private transfer with local welcome, air-conditioned comfort, and direct hotel drop-off included.
- 137 reviews
- 4.79★
- Duration
- 30m–50m
- start times · Every day
- 17
Rescate Wildlife Rescue Centre Alajuela: Rescued animals in gardensGeneral admission to Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center in Alajuela with self-guided access to rescued animals. Wheelchair accessible, open daily.
- 227 reviews
- 4.78★
- Duration
- 2h–4h
Monteverde Hanging Bridges Day Trip from San JoseHike the hanging bridges of Monteverde Cloud Forest on a 13-hour day trip from San Jose with bilingual guide, hotel pickup.
- 211 reviews
- 4.78★
- Duration
- 13h
- Tue and Fri
- 06:30
Pacuare River: White Water Rafting Day Trip from San JoséWake up early in San José for a Pacuare River rafting adventure, with hotel pickup, breakfast, expert guides, and riverside lunch included. Book your spot today.
- 252 reviews
- 4.67★
- Duration
- 10h
- Every day
- 06:00
Manuel Antonio National Park tour: Rainforest and beachFull-day tour from San José to Manuel Antonio National Park with guide, park entry, breakfast and lunch included. Drive the Pacific coast.
- 143 reviews
- 4.22★
- Duration
- 12h–13h
- Fri–Sun
- 06:00
Tortuga Island Day Trip from San José: Boat & Beach LunchFull-day Tortuga Island tour from San José with boat transport, private beach lunch, and Gulf of Nicoya views. Includes drinks, meals, and facilities. 10–12 hours.
- 100 reviews
- 4.19★
- Duration
- 10h–12h
- Every day
- 05:00
Lowest price (10)
Rio Celeste Waterfall & Tenorio Volcano ticket: Turquoise riverWalk to a 30-meter waterfall in Tenorio Volcano National Park, then see where two mineral-rich rivers meet and change color at El Teñidero.
- 40 reviews
- 4.20★
- Duration
- 3h
- start times · Every day
- 10
Bungee Jump & Canopy Ziplining near San José: 150m jump over La Balsa riverBungee jump 150 meters above La Balsa river, then zipline through cloud forest canopy on 10 cables with hanging bridge and Tarzan swing.
- 11 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 5h
ATV Riding near Volcano Tenorio: Rio Celeste & River CrossingsRide a Honda 520cc ATV through rainforest and farms with two river crossings near Volcano Tenorio, guided in Spanish with water provided throughout.
- 12 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 2h
- start times · Every day
- 2
Shuttle San Jose to La Fortuna: Comfortable Seats & WiFiShuttle from San Jose to La Fortuna with reclining seats, WiFi, power outlets and a refreshment break included. Runs on schedule regardless of bookings.
- 61 reviews
- 4.64★
- Duration
- 4h
- Every day except Saturday
- 08:00
Arenal Night Walk: Wild Frog Sanctuary After DarkNight walk through Arenal's wild frog sanctuary with a naturalist guide spotting 28 frog species and rainforest wildlife on flat trails.
- 86 reviews
- 4.57★
- Duration
- 3h
- Every day
- 17:30
White Water Rafting Class II & III: La FortunaRaft class II and III rapids on the Balsa River near La Fortuna with a guide, lunch and all gear included.
- 47 reviews
- 4.98★
- Duration
- 5h
- Every day
- 10:00
Arenal Forest Horseback Riding: Cross Rivers on Calm HorsesRide through Arenal rainforest on calm, well-trained horses, crossing the Arenal River on a small-group tour with a guide.
- 52 reviews
- 4.79★
- Duration
- 2h
- start times · Every day
- 6
Río Celeste Waterfall hike in Tenorio Volcano National ParkHike to Río Celeste Waterfall in Tenorio Volcano National Park with a certified local guide.
- 22 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 3h
- start times · Every day
- 7
SJO Airport to Jaco: Private Transfer with Crocodile StopPrivate transfer from San José airport to Jaco with air-conditioned vehicle, refreshments, and a crocodile viewing stop at Tárcoles Bridge. Driver meets you with a name sign.
- 98 reviews
- 4.94★
- Duration
- 2h
Britt Coffee Tour from San José: Plantation to cupBritt Coffee Tour from San José includes hotel pickup, a guide through seedling nursery and roasting plant, coffee and chocolate tasting, and lunch, two hours total.
- 53 reviews
- 4.60★
- Duration
- 2h
- Every day
- 10:00
Alajuela at a glance ✓ 2026-11-04
- Most booked: Arenal Volcano Tour from San Jose: Zip Lining & Hot Springs, US$ 185 (14h, 4.92★ · 3,744).
- Top rated: Hacienda Alsacia Coffee Tour Alajuela: Wet mill & roaster, US$ 31 (1h 30m, 4.88★ · 3,277).
- Best value: Arenal Volcano Tour: Coffee, Waterfalls & Hot Springs, US$ 165 (14h, 4.88★ · 1,712).
Of the 89 experiences: 88 with free cancellation, 83 with instant confirmation, 71 with hotel pickup and 36 bookable last-minute.