Top Things to Do in Central Valley

We compared all 460 experiences in Central Valley so you can choose in minutes: real prices, verified reviews and our editorial picks.

★4.8 460 experiences from US$ 20 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

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Poás Volcano National Park tour from San José: Main crater hike
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Travelers' pick
Poás Volcano National Park tour from San José: Main crater hikeHalf-day tour from San José to Poás Volcano National Park with hotel pickup, professional guide and breakfast included.
75 reviews
4.53★
Duration
6h
Every day
06:00
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 135per person
Balsa River Rafting in La Fortuna: Class 2-3 rapids
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Balsa River Rafting in La Fortuna: Class 2-3 rapidsRaft Class 2-3 rapids on the Balsa River near La Fortuna with hotel pickup, guide, all gear, lunch and wildlife viewing included.
74 reviews
5.00★
Duration
5h
Every day
10:00
Live guide EN · HI · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 88per person
San Jose Walking Tour: 40+ stops, galleries & public art
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San Jose Walking Tour: 40+ stops, galleries & public artWalking tour of San Jose with a guide covering 40+ stops at galleries, historic sites, parks, and public art. Small groups, 10:15am start.
74 reviews
4.24★
Duration
2h
Every day
10:15
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 35per person
Canopy Tour La Fortuna: 8 Cables, Tarzan Swing & Superman Cable
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Canopy Tour La Fortuna: 8 Cables, Tarzan Swing & Superman CableZip through 500 acres of cloud forest canopy in La Fortuna on 8 cables, hanging bridges and a Tarzan swing, professional guide.
73 reviews
4.92★
Duration
3h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · PT · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 98per person
San Jose Bike & Bites: City tour with local food tasting
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San Jose Bike & Bites: City tour with local food tastingCycle through San Jose's neighborhoods and landmarks on a 3–4 hour bike tour with a bilingual guide.
72 reviews
4.94★
Duration
3h–4h
Every day
09:30
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 63per person
Arenal Volcano hike near La Fortuna: 2.5-hour trail with views
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Best value
Arenal Volcano hike near La Fortuna: 2.5-hour trail with viewsA 2.5-hour hike through forest near La Fortuna takes you to viewpoints of Arenal Volcano, with stops for local snacks at the overlook and a chance to spot.
72 reviews
4.65★
Duration
2h–3h
Every day
16:00
Free cancellationfromUS$ 45per person
Arenal Hanging Bridges: Rainforest Hiking & Wildlife Walk
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Arenal Hanging Bridges: Rainforest Hiking & Wildlife WalkStep into Costa Rica’s Arenal rainforest on a guided hanging bridges hike, spot monkeys and birds from the canopy, includes hotel pickup and snacks.
71 reviews
4.65★
Duration
4h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 67per person
Arenal: Zipline Canopy & Hot Springs with Hotel Pickup
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Arenal: Zipline Canopy & Hot Springs with Hotel PickupExperience Costa Rica’s rainforest on a zipline canopy tour near Arenal Volcano, spot wildlife, and relax in Los Lagos hot springs. Includes pickup & local guide.
71 reviews
4.93★
Duration
3h–5h
start times · Every day
4
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 95per person
Pacuare River Rafting from San Jose: 52 rapids
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Travelers' pick
Pacuare River Rafting from San Jose: 52 rapidsWhitewater rafting on Costa Rica's Pacuare River from San Jose with hotel pickup, professional guide, breakfast and lunch included.
70 reviews
4.61★
Duration
12h
Every day
05:30
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 119per person
Ziplining in Turrialba: Waterfall Rappelling & Hanging Bridges
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Ziplining in Turrialba: Waterfall Rappelling & Hanging BridgesCombine waterfall rappelling, ziplining and a 132-foot hanging bridge near Turrialba, an hour east of San Jose, with equipment and lunch included.
65 reviews
4.98★
Duration
3h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 114per person
Juan Santamaria Airport to La Fortuna Private Transfer Minivan
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Juan Santamaria Airport to La Fortuna Private Transfer MinivanPrivate transfer from Juan Santamaria Airport to La Fortuna in an air-conditioned minivan with bilingual driver, hotel drop-off included.
64 reviews
4.91★
Every dayLive guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 247per group
Irazú Volcano tour: Crater views & Cartago basilica
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Travelers' pick
Irazú Volcano tour: Crater views & Cartago basilicaHalf-day tour from San Jose to Irazú Volcano at 11,260 feet with crater views. Visit the Basilica of Our Lady of the Angels in Cartago with hotel pickup and bilingual guide.
63 reviews
4.03★
Duration
6h
Every day
06:30
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 97per person
Rio Celeste Waterfall & Sloth Watching Tour from San Jose
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Rio Celeste Waterfall & Sloth Watching Tour from San JoseFull-day tour from San Jose to Tenorio Volcano National Park with Rio Celeste Waterfall hike, sloth watching, hotel pickup, breakfast.
63 reviews
4.65★
Duration
8h
Every dayLive guide EN · FR · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 165per person
La Fortuna: Twilight River Safari & Nocturnal Wildlife Boat Tour
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Travelers' pick
La Fortuna: Twilight River Safari & Nocturnal Wildlife Boat TourDusk boat tour on Peñas Blancas River in La Fortuna with bilingual naturalist guides, snacks and hotel pickup. Small groups, 2–3 hours, wildlife spotting as light fades.
62 reviews
4.92★
Duration
3h
Every day
15:30
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 79per person
Shuttle San Jose to La Fortuna: Comfortable Seats & WiFi
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Travelers' pick
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
Pickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 55per person
La Fortuna Waterfall: Horseback Riding & Swimming
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Travelers' pick
La Fortuna Waterfall: Horseback Riding & SwimmingHorseback ride to La Fortuna's 65-meter waterfall in Costa Rica. Private jungle trails, trained horses, entry and transport included. Moderate hike with swimming.
60 reviews
4.55★
Duration
4h
Every day
08:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 89per person
Caño Negro day trip from La Fortuna: Río Frio boat tour
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Caño Negro day trip from La Fortuna: Río Frio boat tourDay trip from La Fortuna to Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge with Río Frio boat tour, guide, hotel pickup and lunch included. Spot monkeys, sloths and caimans on the water.
59 reviews
4.76★
Duration
8h
Every day
08:00
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 101per person
Night Wildlife Tour La Fortuna: Frogs and Reptiles
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Night Wildlife Tour La Fortuna: Frogs and ReptilesWalk a rainforest trail at night in La Fortuna to spot frogs, sloths, bats and lizards with a bilingual guide who knows where to find them.
59 reviews
4.98★
Duration
2h
start times · Every day
3
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 107per person
Rafting Sarapiqui River Class II-III: 12 rapids for families
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Rafting Sarapiqui River Class II-III: 12 rapids for familiesRaft 12 rapids on the Sarapiqui River through rainforest with certified guide, equipment and transport included. Halfway break in a natural pool for swimming.
59 reviews
5.00★
Duration
3h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 60per person
Ziplining in La Fortuna: 8 cables through rainforest canopy
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Travelers' pick
Ziplining in La Fortuna: 8 cables through rainforest canopyZipline through La Fortuna rainforest canopy on cables, then walk hanging bridges across protected forest with an expert guide.
58 reviews
4.86★
Duration
6h
start times · Every day
3
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 149per person
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