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Santa Teresa: 1.5-Hour Horseback Riding & Hidden Beach
Santa Teresa: 1.5-Hour Horseback Riding & Hidden Beach★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (16)1h 30mYou ride from Playa Organos into Santa Teresa's interior and along the coast to a hidden beach few visitors find, with a guide who knows the horses and the terrain. Small groups mean the guide can adjust the pace to your skill level. Kids ride according to age, and insurance is already paid. Bring sunscreen and book at least a day ahead.Is it for me?Book this if you want to ride to a beach most Santa Teresa visitors miss without arranging your own transport or worrying about insurance — the small group size is what makes the guide able to take you off the main trail and adjust the pace to your riding level.Free cancellationfromUS$ 68View ›
Vandara Hot Springs: Zip line, horseback riding, mud bath
Vandara Hot Springs: Zip line, horseback riding, mud bath★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (14)8h–9hVandara Hot Springs combines zip lining on 10 cables, horseback jungle riding, a 400-meter waterslide, volcanic mud baths and a sugarmill-and-coffee demonstration into a single full day with private transport, a guide in English or Spanish, and a typical Costa Rican lunch buffet. The minimum group is four adults; children are welcome from age 2. Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy or cardiovascular concerns, or those without moderate physical fitness.Is it for me?Book this if your group is at least four adults and you want to pack multiple activities into one full day without stopping to decide between them. The fixed itinerary and private transport mean the morning and afternoon flow without gaps or negotiation—you move from one activity to the next with everything arranged.Free cancellationfromUS$ 190View ›
Tortuga Island Cruise from San José: Catamaran & Beach Lunch
Tortuga Island Cruise from San José: Catamaran & Beach Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.29 (14)12h 30mYou're picked up from your San José hotel and driven to Puntarenas, where you board a catamaran for a 12-nautical-mile crossing to Tortuga Island. The day includes swimming in turquoise water, lunch on the beach, and time to explore the protected forest or simply rest on deck. The return drive gets you back to San José by evening.Is it for me?Right for travelers based in San José who want a full beach and water day without arranging their own boat or driving to the coast — the early pickup and long return drive are what make a remote island visit possible in one day from the city.Free cancellationfromUS$ 148View ›
Jacó ATV Jungle Tour & Waterfall Swim with Guide
Jacó ATV Jungle Tour & Waterfall Swim with Guide★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (12)2hRide ATVs through Jacó’s rainforest trails with a bilingual guide, splash into a natural waterfall pool, and snack on fresh fruit along the way. Expect muddy tracks, wildlife sightings, and plenty of laughs—a hands-on Costa Rica experience you’ll remember every time you see red clay on your shoes.Free cancellationfromUS$ 89View ›
Double ATV Tour with Waterfalls & Ocean Views near Jaco
Double ATV Tour with Waterfalls & Ocean Views near Jaco★★★★★★★★★★ 4.75 (12)3hIf you want to see Costa Rica’s wild side without getting lost or missing the best spots, this double ATV tour is for you. You’ll ride through real jungle trails, cross rivers, and swim in a waterfall only locals seem to know about—all just minutes from Jaco Beach. It’s fun whether you’re with family or a friend, and the guides make sure everyone feels safe and included.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 125View ›
Waterfall Rappelling & Chocolate Tour in La Fortuna: 8 Hours
Waterfall Rappelling & Chocolate Tour in La Fortuna: 8 Hours★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (11)8hAn 8-hour combo activity in La Fortuna that pairs waterfall rappelling with a chocolate tour, both led by bilingual guides. You start at a local chocolate farm where you learn the bean-to-bar process, taste artisanal chocolate and take a short oxcart ride; then move to Pure Trek canyon for an afternoon of rappelling down waterfalls, rock climbing, river hiking and the Monkey Drop. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, along with organic lunch at the canyon headquarters.Is it for me?Book this if you want both chocolate-making and waterfall rappelling in one day with continuous flow between them; skip it if you prefer to watch rappelling rather than rappel yourself, or if you only want one activity.Free cancellationfromUS$ 180View ›
Manuel Antonio National Park: 2-Hour Guided Forest Tour
Manuel Antonio National Park: 2-Hour Guided Forest Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (10)2h–3hYou get a bilingual naturalist guide for two hours of forest walking, professional equipment, and video documentation of what you see. Park entry fees are paid separately at the gate. The guide interprets the ecosystem and wildlife as you move through the main trails, stopping at beaches and mangrove sections depending on conditions. Minimum two people per booking.Is it for me?Book this if you want a naturalist's eye on the forest and don't want to navigate the trails alone — the guide is what transforms a walk into an understanding of what you're actually seeing.Free cancellationKids −31%fromUS$ 22View ›
Puntarenas Jungle Buggy & Crocodile River Tour for Cruise Guests
Puntarenas Jungle Buggy & Crocodile River Tour for Cruise Guests★★★★★★★★★★ 4.44 (9)6hYou’ll get behind the wheel of a jungle buggy, splash through rivers and rainforest trails near Carara National Park, then cruise Tarcoles River spotting crocodiles and tropical birds—all guided by locals who know every shortcut and story. It’s an easy way to pack real Costa Rican adventure into your cruise stop.Free cancellationfromUS$ 235View ›
Jaco: Private Tortuga Island Boat Tour & Snorkeling
Jaco: Private Tortuga Island Boat Tour & Snorkeling★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (6)8hYou board a private speedboat at 7:30 and arrive at Tortuga Island's snorkel site before the larger groups. You'll fly underwater with Subwings, spot spider monkeys from the boat, and spend the afternoon in a beach chair with fresh fruit and a hot cooked lunch. Snorkeling gear, paddleboards, and drinks are included; the return is around 3:45 pm.Is it for me?Book this if you want to reach Tortuga Island's best snorkel site before the big tour groups arrive and prefer a flexible itinerary you can shape with your own music and requests — the small private boat is what makes both possible.Free cancellationfromUS$ 265View ›
Tortuga Island & Bioluminescent Snorkel: Spider Monkeys & 2 Islands
Tortuga Island & Bioluminescent Snorkel: Spider Monkeys & 2 Islands★★★★★★★★★★ 3.33 (6)8h 30mYou spend the morning spotting spider monkeys and snorkeling Tortuga Island's reefs, break for a grilled lunch on the beach, then return to Tambor Bay for a mangrove tour and sunset. The day ends with a night swim in bioluminescent water where plankton light up with each movement. All gear, food, and drinks are included; your group stays private with one guide and captain the entire time.Is it for me?Book this if you want to pack three distinct ecosystems and activities into one day without coordinating separate tours and timing—the private format means your group moves together, and the all-inclusive meals and gear remove the logistics from your morning.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 950View ›
Monteverde Cloud Forest Birdwatching Tour: Small Group Experience
Monteverde Cloud Forest Birdwatching Tour: Small Group Experience★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (6)4hIf you’re curious about Costa Rica’s wild side, this birdwatching walk in Monteverde is for you. You’ll spot rare species with an expert guide and soak up the cloud forest atmosphere in good company.Free cancellationKids −31%fromUS$ 125View ›
Rainforest canopy zipline tour: Fly through the treetops
Rainforest canopy zipline tour: Fly through the treetops★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (5)6hA rainforest canopy zipline tour near San Ramon combines ground-to-air training, multiple zipline runs between platforms, and primary forest views, all led by a bilingual certified guide with full safety gear and insurance. Pickup from your location is included; the minimum group is 4 passengers. Not suitable for travelers with spinal injuries, cardiovascular concerns, or during pregnancy.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to experience the rainforest from above with a guide handling the logistics and safety setup—the training and certified equipment mean you can focus on the flight itself, not on figuring out how to stay safe.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 141View ›
Private Transfer Quepos to La Fortuna | Air-Conditioned Van Service
Private Transfer Quepos to La Fortuna | Air-Conditioned Van Service★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (5)5hIf you want an easy ride from Quepos to La Fortuna without any hassle or crowds, this private transfer is worth it. You’ll get picked up at your hotel, travel in comfort, and even spot crocodiles along the way.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 333View ›
Horseback Riding & Crocodile Safari in Puntarenas
Horseback Riding & Crocodile Safari in Puntarenas★★★★★★★★★★ 3.75 (4)6hA guided horseback riding tour through Costa Rica's rainforest on a private property, followed by a 60-minute boat safari on the Tarcoles River. You ride gentle, well-trained horses along maintained trails through primary and secondary forest, then board an eco-boat to watch American crocodiles, howler monkeys, scarlet macaws and aquatic birds in their habitat. Pickup from the pier, professional guide in English or Spanish, and bottled water are included.Is it for me?You're riding for 2 hours on maintained trails at a steady pace, so moderate fitness and comfort in the saddle matter—this is not a walk-through tour. The boat portion requires no physical effort, making the day manageable for riders who tire easily on horseback.Free cancellationfromUS$ 185View ›
Ziplining in Monteverde: 13 cables through cloud forest
Ziplining in Monteverde: 13 cables through cloud forest★★★★★★★★★★ 4.00 (4)4hZip through the cloud forest canopy on 13 cables spanning 3.22 kilometers at Selvatura Park in Monteverde, with a guide, hotel pickup and a butterfly garden visit included. The zipline is built entirely within the forest; between cable sections you walk platforms and have the option to swing on a rope from a high platform. After landing, you spend time in a climate-controlled butterfly pavilion with over 20 species and a hummingbird garden. Children from age 7 are welcome; the whole experience runs about four hours.Is it for me?The canopy tour demands a high level of physical fitness and involves walking between platforms and zipping through the forest for two and a half hours, so it suits travelers comfortable with sustained activity and heights. The whole experience stays at Selvatura Park, which means no time lost to transport between sites—you move straight from the zipline to the butterfly garden without leaving the grounds.Free cancellationKids −29%fromUS$ 120View ›
Tortuga Island Sunset & Bioluminescence Tour Santa Teresa
Tortuga Island Sunset & Bioluminescence Tour Santa Teresa★★★★★★★★★★ 4.75 (4)7hYou board an air-conditioned boat at 4pm and ride 45 minutes out to Tortuga Island, where you snorkel with provided gear and eat fresh-cooked fish tacos as the sun sets. After dark, the ocean comes alive with bioluminescence — glowing organisms that light up when disturbed — and you watch from the boat as the water pulses with blue-green light. The whole trip takes 7 hours and includes two beers, filtered water, and a guide who knows the marine ecosystem. You're back by 11pm.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see something genuinely unusual — bioluminescent water — without spending the whole night arranging transport, timing the sunset yourself, or figuring out where to eat. The 7-hour window and fixed schedule handle all three, and the boat leaves late enough that you're not rushing your afternoon in Santa Teresa.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −37%fromUS$ 137View ›
San Jose Airport to Monteverde: Private Shuttle & Stops
San Jose Airport to Monteverde: Private Shuttle & Stops★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (2)2h–3hYou get picked up at San Jose airport with a sign bearing your name, ride in a private air-conditioned minibus with your group only, and stop for photos, food, or bathrooms as you need them on the way to Monteverde. The price locks in before arrival and covers fuel, tolls, and insurance; flight delays don't trigger extra fees. The driver waits at arrivals and handles the route, leaving you free to rest or plan your next move.Is it for me?Book this if you want to avoid arranging a rental car or negotiating with taxis at the airport — the fixed price and private vehicle mean you move from the terminal to your hotel without logistics or surprises, and the flexible stops let you stretch or grab a photo without losing time.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 330View ›
Monteverde zipline, rappel & tree climb combo: 2.5 hours
Monteverde zipline, rappel & tree climb combo: 2.5 hours★★★★★★★★★★ 4.00 (1)2h 30mA combo activity in Monteverde Cloud Forest that strings together zipline, Tarzan swing, rappel and tree climbing in 2.5 hours with a live guide in English or Spanish and hotel pickup included. Children from age 4 are welcome. The rappel drops more than 35 meters, and all equipment is provided; the pace is set by a professional staff trained in safety.Is it for me?The 2.5-hour window fits a half-day slot, so you can pair it with another activity or a meal without losing the whole afternoon. If you want a full-day adventure or a longer forest immersion, a single-activity tour might suit you better; this one packs variety into a short timeframe.Free cancellationfromUS$ 110View ›
Private Transfer Quepos to Puerto Jiménez – Air-Conditioned Van
Private Transfer Quepos to Puerto Jiménez – Air-Conditioned Van★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (1)4hYou get door-to-door service in a comfy van with AC, plus the freedom to stop along the way for snacks or photos. It’s an easy way to travel between Quepos and Puerto Jiménez without any stress.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 333View ›
Private Liberia Airport Transfer to Tamarindo Hotels
Private Liberia Airport Transfer to Tamarindo Hotels★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (1)1h–1h 30mYou’ll get door-to-door comfort from Liberia Airport straight to your hotel in Tamarindo—no waiting around, no crowded buses. Friendly drivers help with bags, offer water, and make stops whenever you want. It’s an easy start to your Costa Rica trip.Free cancellationfrom · per groupUS$ 370View ›
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