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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San Jose Art and Heritage Tour: Golden Hall and Sunset Dinner
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San Jose Art and Heritage Tour: Golden Hall and Sunset DinnerWalk through San Jose's Museum of Costa Rican Art and National Theatre, browse Central Market, then enjoy sunset views and dinner with a live guide in English or Spanish.
3 reviews
5.00★
Duration
8h
Every day
13:30
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 149per person
Horseback Riding near Arenal Volcano: Private Tour from San Jose
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Horseback Riding near Arenal Volcano: Private Tour from San JoseRide through rainforest with views of Arenal Volcano, then soak in Baldi Hot Springs thermal pools with lunch included. Private guide and transport from San Jose.
3 reviews
5.00★
Duration
12h
Every day
07:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 335per person
Kayaking at Arenal Lake from San Jose with hot springs
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Kayaking at Arenal Lake from San Jose with hot springsPick up in San Jose to paddle Arenal Lake with wildlife sightings and volcano views, then relax in natural hot springs after lunch.
3 reviews
4.67★
Duration
8h–12h
Every day
08:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 154per person
SJO Airport to San José Hotels: Private Shuttle
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SJO Airport to San José Hotels: Private ShuttlePrivate shuttle from San José airport to downtown hotels within 10 miles, with WiFi, bottled water and multilingual driver commentary on the route.
3 reviews
5.00★
Duration
20m–1h
Every dayLive guide EN · PT · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 50per group
Rafting Balsa River level II-III with canopy tour from San José
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Rafting Balsa River level II-III with canopy tour from San JoséRaft the Balsa River through a deep canyon with waterfalls and white water, then fly across eight cables through 500 acres of forest on a canopy tour.
3 reviews
4.67★
Duration
9h
Every day
06:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 180per person
SJO Airport to Uvita or Dominical: Private Transfer
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SJO Airport to Uvita or Dominical: Private TransferPrivate transfer from San José airport to Uvita or Dominical with a bilingual driver, air-conditioned vehicle, and optional crocodile stop at Tárcoles Bridge.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
3h 30m–4h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 290per group
San Gerardo de Dota Private Transfer from San Jose Airport
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San Gerardo de Dota Private Transfer from San Jose AirportPrivate minivan transfer from SJO Airport to San Gerardo de Dota with bilingual driver, flight tracking and hotel drop-off.
2 reviews
5.00★
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 200per group
Night walk Bijagua rainforest: Spot nocturnal wildlife
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Night walk Bijagua rainforest: Spot nocturnal wildlifeWalk easy trails through Bijagua's private nature reserve after dark with a certified local guide, spotting tree frogs, sloths.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
2h
Every day
18:00
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 60per person
White Water Rafting Class II–III Sarapiquí: 30+ Rapids
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Travelers' pick
White Water Rafting Class II–III Sarapiquí: 30+ RapidsWhite water rafting on the San Miguel section of the Sarapiquí River with certified guide, hotel pickup and lunch included: tackle over 30 rapids in 4.5 hours.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
4h 30m
Every day
09:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 103per person
Airport Transfer San José Costa Rica: Private Round Trip
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Airport Transfer San José Costa Rica: Private Round TripPrivate round-trip transfer from Juan Santamaría International Airport to your Costa Rica destination in an air-conditioned vehicle with a certified driver.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
1h–5h
Every day
12:00
Hotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 110per group
8-day San Jose tour: Arenal Volcano, hot springs, beach
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8-day San Jose tour: Arenal Volcano, hot springs, beachEight-day Costa Rica tour visiting San Jose, Arenal Volcano, Fortuna Waterfall, Baldi Hot Springs, and Tamarindo Beach with naturalist guides.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
8d
Every dayLive guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 1,850per person
Private Transfer Juan Santamaria Airport to La Fortuna
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Private Transfer Juan Santamaria Airport to La FortunaPrivate transfer from Juan Santamaria Airport to La Fortuna with air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi and bottled water.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
3h–4h
Every dayHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 220per group
Costa Rica 8-day tour: Tortuguero, Arenal & Tortuga Island
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Costa Rica 8-day tour: Tortuguero, Arenal & Tortuga IslandEight-day Costa Rica tour visiting Tortuguero National Park, Arenal Volcano, and Tortuga Island with a naturalist guide leading wildlife encounters and waterfall hikes.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
8d
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 1,899per person
SJO Airport to San Jose Hotels: Private Transfer for up to 8
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SJO Airport to San Jose Hotels: Private Transfer for up to 8Private transfer from San Jose airport to downtown hotels for up to 8 passengers, with personalized arrival assistance and air-conditioned minivan.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
30m
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 95per group
Heredia Barva Volcano Tour: Mountain Towns & Viewpoints
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Heredia Barva Volcano Tour: Mountain Towns & ViewpointsPrivate mountain tour from San José to El Monte de la Cruz park and villages near Barva volcano, guided and picked up from your hotel.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
5h–6h
Mon–FriLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 175per group
San Jose Airport to Hotel Transfer: Private Roundtrip
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San Jose Airport to Hotel Transfer: Private RoundtripPrivate roundtrip transfer from San Jose airport to downtown hotels for up to three passengers.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
30m
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 110per group
Ziplining in San Luis Cloud Forest from San José
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Ziplining in San Luis Cloud Forest from San JoséZip across 12 lines through Costa Rica's cloud forest, including a Tarzan swing and a 106-meter cable at 55 km/h, with guide, lunch and hotel pickup from San José.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
6h
Every day
07:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 189per person
12-Day Costa Rica Tour: Tortuguero, Arenal & Manuel Antonio
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12-Day Costa Rica Tour: Tortuguero, Arenal & Manuel AntonioTwelve days exploring Tortuguero National Park, Arenal Volcano and Manuel Antonio on the Pacific coast, with naturalist guides.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
12d
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupInstant confirmationfromUS$ 2,750per person
Wildlife Rescue Center Private Tour from San Jose
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Wildlife Rescue Center Private Tour from San JosePrivate tour of San Jose's Wildlife Rescue Center with naturalist guide, hotel pickup and entrance included. See over 125 rescued animal species across five hours.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
5h
Every day
08:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 185per person
Manuel Antonio National Park Tour: Beaches & Wildlife
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Manuel Antonio National Park Tour: Beaches & WildlifeFull-day private tour from San José to Manuel Antonio National Park with certified naturalist guide, national park entry.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
10h–12h
start times · Every day except Tuesday
3
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 270per person
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