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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Private Driver in San Jose, Costa Rica: 10 Hours
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Private Driver in San Jose, Costa Rica: 10 HoursHire a private driver in San Jose for up to 10 hours with your own vehicle, flexible routing, and a knowledgeable local driver who knows the area and adjusts to your pace.
19 reviews
5.00★
Duration
10h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 800per group
Private shuttle San Jose airport to Marriot Los Suenos: 2 hours
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Travelers' pick
Private shuttle San Jose airport to Marriot Los Suenos: 2 hoursPrivate shuttle from San Jose airport to Marriott Los Suenos Herradura with nameplate greeting, flexible pickup times, WiFi, and water to start your Costa Rica getaway.
18 reviews
5.00★
Duration
2h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 160per group
Lake Arenal kayaking tour: Women-led, personalized experience
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Lake Arenal kayaking tour: Women-led, personalized experienceWomen-led kayaking on Lake Arenal with certified guide, hotel pickup, and 2 hours paddling the largest lake in Costa Rica, spot monkeys.
18 reviews
5.00★
Duration
4h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalInstant confirmationfromUS$ 87per person
La Fortuna Waterfall & Zipline Tour with Lunch
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La Fortuna Waterfall & Zipline Tour with LunchLa Fortuna waterfall hike and AirTime zipline canopy tour with lunch included. 70-meter cascade, Arenal Volcano views, small groups, hotel pickup.
18 reviews
4.67★
Duration
4h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 100per person
Sarapiquí River Rafting Class 2-3: La Fortuna to San Jose
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Sarapiquí River Rafting Class 2-3: La Fortuna to San JoseWhitewater rafting on the Sarapiquí River from La Fortuna to San Jose with hotel pickup, guide, equipment and lunch included.
17 reviews
4.76★
Duration
8h
Next departure: 13 Jun 2027Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 122per person
Chocolate Tour in Sarapiqui Rainforest: Make Your Own Bar
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Chocolate Tour in Sarapiqui Rainforest: Make Your Own BarLearn to make chocolate from cacao beans at Tirimbina Reserve in Sarapiqui's rainforest. Cross the region's longest hanging bridge to a traditional.
17 reviews
4.71★
Duration
7h
Every day
07:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 299per person
San Jose Airport to La Fortuna Transfer: Private Vehicle
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San Jose Airport to La Fortuna Transfer: Private VehiclePrivate transfer from San Jose Airport to La Fortuna and Arenal hotels with flight monitoring, name-sign pickup, and air-conditioned vehicle.
17 reviews
4.94★
Duration
3h–4h
Every dayPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 270per group
San Jose Airport Private Shuttle: One Way or Round Trip
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San Jose Airport Private Shuttle: One Way or Round TripPrivate shuttle from San Jose Airport to destinations across Costa Rica, with air-conditioned transport, bottled water and snacks included. Guides speak English and Spanish.
17 reviews
5.00★
Duration
4h–6h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 225per group
Pacuare River Rafting: 18 Miles of Class III-IV Rapids
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Pacuare River Rafting: 18 Miles of Class III-IV RapidsRaft 18 miles of Class III and IV rapids on the Pacuare River with a guide and meals included, departing from San José with hotel pickup.
17 reviews
4.76★
Duration
1d
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 124per person
SJO Airport to La Fortuna Transfer: Private Van with Driver
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Travelers' pick
SJO Airport to La Fortuna Transfer: Private Van with DriverPrivate transfer from SJO Airport to La Fortuna in a climate-controlled van with professional driver, WiFi, and a complimentary stop along the way.
16 reviews
5.00★
Duration
3h–3h 20m
Every dayLive guide EN · PT · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 195per group
San Jose Airport to Los Suenos: Private Roundtrip Shuttle
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San Jose Airport to Los Suenos: Private Roundtrip ShuttlePrivate roundtrip shuttle from San Jose airport to Los Suenos with driver at arrivals. WiFi and water included, 24/7 support, flexible pickup times and hotel stops.
16 reviews
5.00★
Duration
2h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 350per group
La Fortuna: 7-Cable Zipline & Waterfall Canopy Tour
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La Fortuna: 7-Cable Zipline & Waterfall Canopy TourSeven ziplines over La Fortuna Waterfall and jungle canopy in Costa Rica. Includes 980-meter cable, guide, safety gear, and Maleku village visit.
16 reviews
4.75★
Duration
4h
start times · Every day
5
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 95per person
ATV riding near Poás Volcano: Shared trails with guide
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ATV riding near Poás Volcano: Shared trails with guideRide shared ATVs through rural trails and green fields near Poás Volcano in Costa Rica's Central Valley with a professional guide.
16 reviews
5.00★
Duration
2h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 170per group
Poás Volcano, Coffee Farm & Artisan Towns Day Tour from San José
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Travelers' pick
Poás Volcano, Coffee Farm & Artisan Towns Day Tour from San JoséVisit Poás Volcano crater, tour a coffee estate with lunch, and explore the artisan towns of Grecia and Sarchí on this nine-hour guided tour from San José.
16 reviews
4.81★
Duration
9h
Every day
08:30
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 125per person
San José to Manuel Antonio: Private Transfer 3 Hours
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San José to Manuel Antonio: Private Transfer 3 HoursPrivate transfer from San José airport to Manuel Antonio with stops at Tarcoles River for crocodile spotting. Includes WiFi, cold water, and professional driver.
16 reviews
5.00★
Duration
3h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 110per person
San Jose Airport to Jaco Beach Private Shuttle
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San Jose Airport to Jaco Beach Private ShuttlePrivate minivan transfer from San Jose airport to Jaco Beach with bilingual driver, flight tracking and stops along the way. Approximately 1 hour 40 minutes door to door.
16 reviews
4.69★
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 170per group
La Paz Waterfall Gardens tour: Waterfalls and wildlife
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La Paz Waterfall Gardens tour: Waterfalls and wildlifeVisit La Paz Waterfall Gardens on a six to seven hour tour from Alajuela through cloud forest to see five waterfalls and over 100 animal species, with hotel pickup and lunch.
16 reviews
4.56★
Duration
6h–7h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 125per person
Arenal Volcano Ziplining & Climbing in La Fortuna
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Arenal Volcano Ziplining & Climbing in La FortunaGuided ziplining, climbing and water activities at Arenal Volcano Ecological Park with life jacket and equipment included. Pickup from La Fortuna hotels.
15 reviews
5.00★
Duration
5h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 85per person
La Fortuna to San Jose Airport: Private Transfer 3 Hours
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Travelers' pick
La Fortuna to San Jose Airport: Private Transfer 3 HoursPrivate transfer from La Fortuna to San Jose Airport (SJO). Air-conditioned minivan, bottled water included. 3-hour drive with optional coffee stops.
15 reviews
5.00★
Duration
3h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 219per group
Kayaking Arenal Lake: Wildlife and volcano views
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Kayaking Arenal Lake: Wildlife and volcano viewsKayak across Arenal Lake with a bilingual naturalist guide spotting howler monkeys, herons and kingfishers, with Arenal Volcano as your backdrop on this six-hour adventure.
15 reviews
4.60★
Duration
6h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 94per person
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