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Arenal Volcano Tour from San Jose: Zip Lining & Hot Springs★ 4.92 (3,723) · 14h
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Hacienda Alsacia Coffee Tour Alajuela: Wet mill & roaster★ 4.88 (3,275) · 1h 30m
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Arenal Volcano Tour: Coffee, Waterfalls & Hot Springs★ 4.88 (1,660) · 14h
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Tamarindo: Rio Celeste Hike, Sloth Sanctuary & Waterfall★ 4.62 (1,178) · 12hUS$ 135View ›
Manuel Antonio: Wildlife Day Trip & Beaches from San Jose★ 4.87 (834) · 12hUS$ 169View ›
Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfalls & Coffee Day Trip from San Jose★ 4.90 (813) · 10hUS$ 185View ›
Tortuga Island Day Trip from San José: Dolphins & Snorkel★ 4.45 (704) · 12h–18hUS$ 104View ›
Arenal Volcano: Night Rainforest Walk & Wildlife with Family-Friendly Guide★ 4.77 (360) · 2h 30mUS$ 60View ›
La Fortuna: ATV Adventure, Mud Mask & Arenal Volcano Views★ 4.58 (348) · 3hUS$ 105View ›
Monteverde Cloud Forest Tour: Sky Tram & Hanging Bridges★ 4.87 (271) · 13hUS$ 249View ›Top rated (9)
Alajuela: Chocolate & Coffee Farm Tour with WaterfallYou’ll walk through real working cacao and coffee fields in Alajuela, taste fruit right off the tree, listen to waterfalls in the forest, and make your own chocolate bar with local guidance. Expect laughter, new flavors (and maybe sticky hands), plus time to slow down and notice all those little details you usually miss.
Rio Celeste: Blue River Tubing, Waterfall & Wildlife Day TripYou’ll hike rainforest trails to Rio Celeste waterfall, tube down its bright blue river with fresh fruit breaks, spot wildlife like sloths and monkeys with your local guide, and share a typical Costa Rican lunch before heading home tired but happy.
Costa Rica: Volcano, Waterfalls, Zipline & Hot Springs Day TripYou’ll start early from San Jose with hotel pickup before heading into Costa Rica’s lush volcanic mountains for coffee tasting among birds and waterfalls. Zipline above rainforest canopy near Arenal Volcano, meet members of the Maleku tribe, then soak in mineral-rich hot springs as dusk falls. The day is packed yet never rushed—you’ll remember how it felt long after you return.
Ziplining in La Fortuna: 8 lines over the Arenal rainforestZipline across 8 lines and rappel 50 meters through the rainforest canopy above La Fortuna, with harness and helmet included. The tour runs 2 hours and ends at thermal mineral pools and volcanic mud baths on the same ticket. A guide in English or Spanish leads small groups; children from age 6 are welcome, and pickup is included. Maximum weight is 224 pounds.Is it for me?The 2-hour zipline leaves your afternoon open for a meal or a second stop in La Fortuna, so you're not locked into a full-day commitment. If you want to spend the whole day on one activity, look for a longer tour package instead.
San José Airport to City Hotels: Private Transfer & Meet ServiceYou’ll step off your flight in San José and spot your name waiting at arrivals—a small relief after travel chaos. With private transfer straight to your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle, you’ll get a quick taste of city life (and maybe even learn how to say “soda” right). It’s simple comfort that sticks with you.
Monteverde Hanging Bridges Day Trip from San Jose with LunchYou’ll taste tropical fruit at Costa Rica’s biggest roadside stand, spot wild monkeys near Caldera, cross hanging bridges in Monteverde’s misty cloud forest with a local guide, and enjoy lunch near Santa Elena town. Expect moments of laughter, surprise wildlife sightings, and time to breathe in all that mountain air — it stays with you long after.
Rescate Wildlife Rescue Centre Alajuela: Rescued animals in gardensYou enter without waiting, walk through tropical gardens at your own pace, and see rescued animals that have been rehabilitated on-site. The ticket includes general admission; guided tours, food, and carts cost extra. All money from your visit funds the center's rescue and reintegration work.Is it for me?Right for families, animal lovers, and anyone with mobility needs who want to see rescued wildlife without arranging transport or standing in an entry line—the skip-the-line ticket means you walk straight in and spend your time with the animals instead of waiting.
Pacuare River: White Water Rafting Day Trip from San JoséYou’ll start before sunrise in San José with hotel pickup and breakfast, then raft 18 miles of Pacuare River rapids with an expert guide. Paddle past waterfalls and jungle cliffs, eat lunch by the water’s edge, spot wildlife if you’re lucky—and head home tired but buzzing from it all.
Tortuga Island Day Trip from San José: Boat & Beach LunchYou're picked up from your San José hotel and driven to Caldera pier, then ferried to Tortuga Island on a large boat with views of the Gulf of Nicoya and Isla San Lucas wildlife refuge. Once on the island, you spend the afternoon on a private beach with lunch (grilled fish and chicken, ceviche, salads, fruit), unlimited drinks including rum punch, and access to the water and beach facilities. The boat returns you to the pier in the late afternoon, and you're back in San José by evening. Total time is around 10–12 hours, and everything—transport, meals, drinks, and island access—is included.Is it for me?A good choice if you want a full beach day without arranging your own transport, meals, or island access—the fixed schedule and included pickup from San José mean you just show up at your hotel and the rest is handled.
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San Jose - La Fortuna: Shuttle transfer with Wi-Fi & pickupOn this shuttle from San Jose to La Fortuna, you’ll get picked up right at your door, settle into comfy reclining seats with Wi-Fi and power outlets, and enjoy a real Costa Rican coffee break along the way. With help for your luggage and friendly local drivers who know every twist of the road, it’s more than just a ride — it’s a relaxed start to your next chapter in La Fortuna.
Arenal Night Walk: Wild Frog Sanctuary After DarkAn Arenal night walk through the region's only wild frog sanctuary, where a trained naturalist guide leads you along flat rainforest trails to spot colorful tree frogs and other nocturnal wildlife among spring-fed ponds. The tour runs 3 hours, includes round-trip hotel pickup and a live guide in English or Spanish, and starts at 5pm from your accommodation. Children from age 6 are welcome; the minimum group size is two people.Is it for me?This is a shared group tour led by a guide, so you walk with other travelers and follow the naturalist's pace and route. Book it if you want to spot frogs and rainforest animals at the time they're most active, with someone who knows where to find them and what you're looking at—and if you're comfortable walking flat trails in the dark rainforest with a flashlight and closed shoes.
Arenal Forest Horseback Riding: Cross Rivers on Calm HorsesPacos Horseback Ride is a two-hour guided tour through Arenal's rainforest and open fields on calm, well-cared-for horses, including a river crossing, a visit to a small farm, and a riverside stop with fresh tropical fruit. Small groups keep the pace relaxed and allow personal attention for both beginners and experienced riders. Children from age 5 can participate; pickup is included, and the guide speaks English or Spanish.Is it for me?You ride the horses yourself on rainforest trails and across the river—this is not a guided sightseeing tour where someone else handles the animals. Small groups and calm horses make it work for beginners and children from age 5, but if you need a completely hands-off experience or have spinal, cardiovascular or pregnancy concerns, a different activity will suit you better.
SJO Airport to Jaco: Private Transfer with Crocodile StopYou get picked up at San José airport by a named driver holding a sign with your name, travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle with complimentary drinks, and stop at Tárcoles Bridge to see crocodiles before reaching your Jaco or Los Sueños hotel. The driver coordinates around your actual flight time, so late arrivals don't trigger a scramble.Is it for me?A good fit if you're arriving at San José airport and want to reach Jaco or Los Sueños without arranging a taxi or worrying about shared vans—the private vehicle and driver coordination remove the airport arrival negotiation entirely. The two-hour drive is what it is, but you spend it in air conditioning with refreshments and a stop at the crocodiles, not in a shared shuttle or haggling at the curb.
San Jose to La Fortuna: Private VIP Transfer & Flexible StopsYou’ll step off your flight at San Jose Airport and find your driver waiting—even if you’re delayed—and settle into a private van with cold water and real conversation. Stop for snacks or photos on your way to La Fortuna, feeling taken care of every mile until you’re dropped right at your hotel door. It’s an easy start that lets you breathe in Costa Rica from the very first moment.
Tortuga Island Day Trip from San José: Dolphins & Beach LunchYou leave San José before dawn, stop for breakfast en route, then board a boat to Tortuga Island in the Gulf of Nicoya. Five hours on a turquoise-water beach includes snorkeling, lunch, fresh fruit and coffee; dolphins appear if conditions allow. The return drive to San José takes the evening, with the whole day running roughly ten hours from pickup to drop-off.Is it for me?Right for anyone based in or near San José who wants a full beach day without arranging a boat, buying tickets separately, or figuring out the drive to the coast—the fixed itinerary and included lunch mean you show up and the rest is handled.
Poás Volcano National Park tour from San José: Main crater hikeA half-day tour from San José to Poás Volcano National Park includes hotel pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, a professional guide, breakfast and bottled water. You walk the trails around the main crater, see the sulfur fumaroles and pass through coffee plantations, fern farms and flower fields on the drive up. The tour skips the entrance lines, and the guide speaks English or Spanish.Is it for me?If you're staying in San José without a rental car, the hotel pickup means you don't arrange transport to the park—the guide collects you and handles the drive, so you can leave early and spend the morning at the crater instead of figuring out how to get there.
San Jose to Wildlife Rescue: Sloths, Macaws, Monkeys TourA private four-hour tour from San Jose to a wildlife rescue center with hotel pickup and drop-off, where a guide teaches you about rescued animals—parrots, macaws, owls, sloths and spider monkeys—and the conservation work behind running the center. The guide speaks English or Spanish, and the air-conditioned vehicle and all areas of the ranch are wheelchair accessible.Is it for me?The four-hour window fits a morning or afternoon slot without consuming your whole day, which works if you want to see the rescue center but also have time for other San Jose activities. If you need a full-day immersion or plan to spend the afternoon elsewhere in the Central Valley, this tour leaves room for that.
San José to Jaco Beach Shuttle & Surfboard TransferSkip taxi stress with a shared shuttle ride from San José Airport to Jaco Beach — your surfboard rides free, pets are welcome, and you’ll meet a local driver who knows every curve of the road. Enjoy working WiFi and air conditioning as you watch Costa Rica’s landscape change outside your window… it’s an easy start you’ll remember long after arrival.
Manuel Antonio National Park Day Trip from San Jose: Wildlife & BeachesYou're picked up from your San Jose hotel and driven to Manuel Antonio with stops at a fruit stand, crocodile bridge, and macaw spotting point along the way. After breakfast, you hike the rainforest for an hour with a bilingual guide looking for monkeys, sloths, and tropical birds, then have free time to swim or explore the beaches. Lunch with ocean views is included before the return drive to your hotel in the late afternoon.Is it for me?Pick this tour if you want to see Manuel Antonio's wildlife and beaches without renting a car, navigating on your own, or deciding which trails are worth your time—the guide handles the spotting and the timing keeps you ahead of the afternoon crowds.
