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Manuel Antonio: Savegre River Rafting & Local Lunch Pickup
Manuel Antonio: Savegre River Rafting & Local Lunch Pickup★★★★★★★★★★ 4.96 (283)8hYou’ll paddle down the lively Savegre River with local guides from Manuel Antonio, feel the thrill of rapids and calm stretches alike, snack on fresh fruit by a waterfall, then share a hearty Costa Rican lunch with your crew. Expect laughter, teamwork, and small surprises that stick with you long after you dry off.Free cancellationMost bookedKids −26%fromUS$ 130View ›
Manuel Antonio Park: Wildlife Tour & Beach with Telescope
Manuel Antonio Park: Wildlife Tour & Beach with Telescope★★★★★★★★★★ 4.95 (281)1h–2hYou get a certified naturalist guide for two hours of wildlife spotting in Manuel Antonio National Park, a high-definition telescope for close-up animal viewing, and access to the park's beach afterward. Park entry is included and pre-arranged, so you skip the entrance queue and walk straight in. The guide handles the search; you handle the camera.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Manuel Antonio's wildlife without arranging your own transport, buying a separate park ticket, or wondering where to look — the guide and the scope do the work, and the included entry means you walk straight in.Free cancellationTravelers' pickInfants freefromUS$ 53View ›
Monteverde Zipline Tour: 10+ Lines Through Cloud Forest
Monteverde Zipline Tour: 10+ Lines Through Cloud Forest★★★★★★★★★★ 4.38 (274)2h–3hAn extreme zipline canopy tour in Monteverde, Costa Rica, where you ride more than 10 cables strung through the cloud forest, including a 1-kilometer Superman-style line and the country's only underground zip. The tour runs 2 to 3 hours with a professional guide in English or Spanish, helmet, and local taxes included. Children from age 6 can join with an adult.Is it for me?The 2 to 3 hour commitment means you can fit this into a morning or afternoon and still have time for other Monteverde activities — the cloud forest hikes, the hanging bridges, or a visit to the reserve. If you want the extreme sensation without spending your whole day on one activity, this tour delivers it in a concentrated window.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −16%fromUS$ 72View ›
Jaco Jungle Adventure: Horseback, Zipline, Rappel & ATV
Jaco Jungle Adventure: Horseback, Zipline, Rappel & ATV★★★★★★★★★★ 4.84 (268)7h 30mYou spend a full day moving through 850 acres of Jaco jungle on five different activities: horseback riding, tractor tour, ziplining, waterfall rappelling, and ATV riding. A professional English-speaking guide leads the group past nesting macaws and monkey troops, and lunch is included midday. Everything you need—gear, instruction, water—comes with the price, so you show up and the day is already planned.Is it for me?This works if you want to pack multiple jungle activities into one day without booking separate tours and coordinating timing yourself—the five-in-one format is what makes a full itinerary possible in a single outing.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 199View ›
Manuel Antonio: Jungle Night Walk & Wildlife Photos with Pickup
Manuel Antonio: Jungle Night Walk & Wildlife Photos with Pickup★★★★★★★★★★ 4.67 (259)2hYou’ll step into Manuel Antonio’s living night world—guided by locals who know every sound and shadow. Expect up-close views of frogs, snakes, maybe even sloths or kinkajous (if luck’s on your side), plus digiscoped photos taken right through the guide’s lens. Includes hotel pickup and flashlights; just don’t forget your cash for entry.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 33View ›
Sailing Cruise Quepos Manuel Antonio: Dolphins & Snorkeling
Sailing Cruise Quepos Manuel Antonio: Dolphins & Snorkeling★★★★★★★★★★ 4.93 (257)4hYou board a wooden sailing ship in Quepos, sail past Manuel Antonio's rainforest, anchor for snorkeling and kayaking with provided gear, eat lunch or dinner on board, and return to the marina. The morning cruise departs early; the sunset cruise lets you watch the light change from the water. No experience needed — the crew handles the sailing.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to sail without arranging your own boat or worrying about navigation — the crew handles both, and the shared format means you pay less than a private charter while still getting the teak decks, the mahogany salon, and the view of Manuel Antonio from the water.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −50%fromUS$ 148View ›
Carara: Guided Nature Walk & Scarlet Macaw Spotting Ticket
Carara: Guided Nature Walk & Scarlet Macaw Spotting Ticket★★★★★★★★★★ 4.89 (253)2h–3hYou’ll walk beneath scarlet macaws in Carara’s shifting rainforest with a local guide who knows every call and rustle. Spot monkeys through a telescope, listen for sudden bursts of birdsong, and feel the difference between wet and dry forest underfoot. Entry ticket is included so you can just show up ready for whatever surprises this place throws at you.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 45View ›
Manuel Antonio National Park: Guided Hiking & Wildlife Spotting
Manuel Antonio National Park: Guided Hiking & Wildlife Spotting★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (240)2h–3hYou get a private guided hike through Manuel Antonio's quieter trails with a certified guide carrying a telescope for wildlife spotting and photography. The tour includes park entry, air-conditioned transport, and access to different ecosystems—tropical forest, mangrove, and ocean overlooks. At the end, you choose to stay at the beach or return to the entrance. Concierge support for your full Costa Rica stay is included at no extra charge.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Manuel Antonio's wildlife without the crowds and without arranging park entry or transport yourself—the private format and quieter trails are what make spotting animals realistic, and the concierge help means one less thing to plan before you arrive.Instant confirmationTravelers' pickKids −36%fromUS$ 95View ›
Manuel Antonio: Wildlife Walk, Beaches & Photos with Mauro
Manuel Antonio: Wildlife Walk, Beaches & Photos with Mauro★★★★★★★★★★ 4.92 (236)2hYou’ll wander slow forest trails with a certified guide who actually knows where to look for sloths and monkeys (and lets you try his fancy scope). Expect animal sightings up close, laughter over local words, and plenty of time to swim or just sit on Manuel Antonio’s wild beaches after your walk. It’s not rushed — you’ll feel it linger later.Free cancellationTravelers' pickInfants freefromUS$ 30View ›
Naranjo River Whitewater Rafting Class III-IV from Manuel Antonio
Naranjo River Whitewater Rafting Class III-IV from Manuel Antonio★★★★★★★★★★ 4.96 (236)4h 30mWhitewater rafting on the Naranjo River near Quepos is a Class III-IV half-day run through a steep jungle canyon with Class III-IV whitewater, canyon walls that meet the water at 90-degree angles, and a bilingual guide leading groups of 2 to 10 paddlers. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Manuel Antonio or Quepos are included, along with lunch, helmet, life jacket and all gear; the actual rafting takes about 1.5 hours. Minimum age is 12, and you need at least moderate fitness—this is not a beginner's float.Is it for me?If you've paddled before or you're fit and want the adrenaline instead of the scenic float, the Naranjo's Class III-IV rapids and canyon walls deliver what easier rivers don't—the drop and the speed make it a real challenge, not a warm-up run.Free cancellationfromUS$ 107View ›
Damas Island: Mangrove Kayak Tour & Wildlife with Local Guide
Damas Island: Mangrove Kayak Tour & Wildlife with Local Guide★★★★★★★★★★ 4.82 (228)2h–3hYou’ll paddle through Damas Island’s winding mangrove canals with a local guide who knows every twist and sound. Spot monkeys overhead, join in collecting stray garbage to help protect the estuary, taste fresh fruit right on the water, and feel how wild Costa Rica really is—muddy fingers and all.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −50%fromUS$ 75View ›
Quepos: Manuel Antonio Catamaran Cruise & Snorkeling
Quepos: Manuel Antonio Catamaran Cruise & Snorkeling★★★★★★★★★★ 4.96 (224)3h–4hYou board a catamaran at the Quepos downtown pier and sail toward Manuel Antonio National Park, stopping to snorkel in a protected cove with included equipment and lunch on deck. The crew watches for dolphins and seasonal whales while you swim or float, then you return in time for sunset. Hotel pickup, four drinks, and all meals are included; the whole experience takes about six to seven hours.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full-day water experience with wildlife watching, snorkeling and a meal included without arranging transport or equipment yourself — the fixed itinerary and hotel pickup are what make a morning departure and afternoon return possible without coordination.Free cancellationKids −21%fromUS$ 95View ›
Nicoya Peninsula: Bioluminescent Kayak Tour & Night Paddle
Nicoya Peninsula: Bioluminescent Kayak Tour & Night Paddle★★★★★★★★★★ 4.91 (222)1hYou’ll paddle through Nicoya’s glowing waters with a local guide, watching fish leave trails of light beneath your kayak. Includes all gear, snacks, and a gentle intro for beginners. Expect laughter, maybe a little awe — and that rare hush when everyone sees the bioluminescence for themselves.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 36View ›
Caño Island: Snorkeling Tour with Boat & Lunch
Caño Island: Snorkeling Tour with Boat & Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.83 (222)6hYou’ll start early in Uvita with coffee before heading by boat to Caño Island for two guided snorkeling sessions among tropical fish and sea turtles. Enjoy fresh fruit snacks between swims and unwind with lunch on the sand before returning by boat. It’s a day full of color, quiet moments underwater, and real Costa Rican warmth.Travelers' pickKids −37%fromUS$ 160View ›
Savegre Rafting in Costa Rica: Class 2 & 3 rapids
Savegre Rafting in Costa Rica: Class 2 & 3 rapids★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (220)6hSavegre rafting is a half-day white water activity on class 2 and 3 rapids in Costa Rica's South Pacific, led by certified guides with full safety gear and equipment provided. You paddle through hilly landscapes, stop halfway at a waterfall pool where wildlife sightings are possible, and finish with lunch at the restaurant. The river is family-friendly and suitable for all fitness levels; children must be at least 12 years old.Is it for me?Book this if you want to paddle yourself rather than watch from a boat — the Savegre's class 2 and 3 rapids give you real control and speed without the extreme commitment of a harder river, and the waterfall pool break and included lunch mean the day is complete without extra stops or planning.Free cancellationTop ratedfromUS$ 135View ›
SJO to Jaco Private Transfer: VIP Van, WiFi & Flexible Pickup
SJO to Jaco Private Transfer: VIP Van, WiFi & Flexible Pickup★★★★★★★★★★ 4.86 (220)1h 25mYou’ll ride in comfort from San José Airport to Jaco with private transportation—no crowds or waiting around. Expect AC, free WiFi, space for up to six people, and a friendly local driver who knows every shortcut. There’s even time for a quick fruit stop if you want it. It’s more than just getting from A to B—it’s your first real taste of Costa Rica.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom · per groupUS$ 148View ›
Zip Line & 3-Hour ATV Tour with Waterfalls near Jaco
Zip Line & 3-Hour ATV Tour with Waterfalls near Jaco★★★★★★★★★★ 4.88 (213)5hYou’ll start high in Costa Rica’s rainforest canopy on zip lines with ocean views before rumbling down muddy trails by ATV toward hidden waterfalls. Expect fresh fruit breaks, laughter with your local guide, and plenty of stories to take home — plus the chance for a classic casado lunch if you’re hungry after all that adventure.Is it for me?Book this one if you want both the canopy view and the ground-level jungle in a single day without arranging two separate tours—the combo paces them so the zip line comes first when you're fresh, then the ATV adventure takes over once you've landed.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 145View ›
Monteverde bungee jump: Extreme tram experience
Monteverde bungee jump: Extreme tram experience★★★★★★★★★★ 4.50 (206)1h 30mYou’ll ride a moving tram high above Monteverde’s valley before taking a 143-meter plunge with full safety gear and a local guide by your side. Expect nerves, laughter, and an unreal rush as you swing above the forest — plus all transport included so you can focus on surviving (and maybe enjoying) every second.Free cancellationfromUS$ 107View ›
Bahia Ballena: Whale & Dolphin Tour with Snorkeling
Bahia Ballena: Whale & Dolphin Tour with Snorkeling★★★★★★★★★★ 4.82 (205)2h 30m–3hYou’ll walk through lush Marino Ballena to reach the beach before heading out by boat in search of humpback whales and dolphins near Isla Ballena. Depending on season, you’ll snorkel or swim in warm Pacific waters, spot seabirds overhead, and share small moments with locals like Li who know these waters best. Expect real encounters — sometimes messy, always memorable.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 75View ›
Manuel Antonio Wildlife Tour: Sloths & Monkeys with Guide
Manuel Antonio Wildlife Tour: Sloths & Monkeys with Guide★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (203)1h–3hA guided wildlife tour through Manuel Antonio National Park led by a certified naturalist with 10+ years of experience, using professional telescopes and binoculars to spot sloths, capuchin monkeys, howler monkeys, squirrel monkeys and over 180 bird species. The tour runs 2 hours through the park, then ends at a white-sand beach where you can swim, relax or stay until 3 PM. Groups stay under 10 people. Park entrance tickets are purchased separately through the SINAC website and sell out quickly in peak season.Is it for me?Book this if you want a small-group experience with professional spotting equipment and a certified naturalist who knows where the animals are, rather than searching on your own.Free cancellationTravelers' pickBest valuefromUS$ 28View ›
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