Hiking San Jose 7 options
San Jose: La Carpintera Zip Line, Rappel & Rainforest HikeFeel the rush on La Carpintera’s zip lines, hike lush rainforest trails, and rappel with views of San Jose. Includes all gear, fees, and expert guides.Every day · 08:30 and 12:30 · From age 6★ 4.94 (552)3hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 51per person
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.Every day · 06:00 · Pickup optional · All ages★ 4.53 (75)6hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 135per person
San José: Río Celeste hike with swim & Caldera beach stopExperience Río Celeste’s blue waters on a guided hike from San José, swim in a private stretch of river, enjoy local lunch, and end at Caldera beach. Includes pickup.Every day · 05:30 · Hotel pickup★ 4.56 (9)11h–13hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 282per person
Pacuare River Rafting 2-Day: Class III & IV Rapids, LodgePaddle 36 kilometers of Class III and IV whitewater on the Pacuare River over two days from San Jose, with overnight lodge stay.Every day · 06:00 · Hotel pickup · Ages 18–75★ 5.00 (1)2dEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 375per person
Monteverde Cloud Forest Guided Hike Tour from San JoseDay trip from San Jose to Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve with naturalist guide, breakfast, entrance and lunch included.Every day · 06:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 3★ 5.00 (1)12hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 229per person
Arenal Volcano hike and hot springs from San JoseHike Arenal Volcano's slopes and soak in natural hot springs fed by the volcano, with hotel pickup from San Jose, Alajuela or Heredia included in this Costa Rica adventure.Every day · Pickup optional · From age 3★ 5.00 (1)4hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 142per person
Nauyaca Waterfalls & Hacienda Ébano tour from San JoseTour from San Jose to Barú's waterfalls with a naturalist guide, ocean views, and a hike through nature reserves while enjoying Costa Rican cuisine.Every day · 07:30★ 5.00 (1)5h–6hEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 170per person
All 7 options, side by side
✓ 2026-10-29| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose: La Carpintera Zip Line, Rappel & Rainforest HikeOur pick | US$ 51 per person | 3h | 4.94★ · 552 | Every day · 08:30 and 12:30 | English, Spanish |
| Poás Volcano National Park tour from San José: Main crater hikeAlso recommended | US$ 135 per person | 6h | 4.53★ · 75 | Every day · 06:00 | English, Spanish |
| San José: Río Celeste hike with swim & Caldera beach stopAlso recommended | US$ 282 per person | 11h–13h | 4.56★ only 9 reviews | Every day · 05:30 | English, Spanish |
| Pacuare River Rafting 2-Day: Class III & IV Rapids, Lodge | US$ 375 per person | 2d | 5.00★ only 1 review | Every day · 06:00 | English, Spanish |
| Monteverde Cloud Forest Guided Hike Tour from San Jose | US$ 229 per person | 12h | 5.00★ only 1 review | Every day · 06:00 | English, Spanish |
| Arenal Volcano hike and hot springs from San Jose | US$ 142 per person | 4h | 5.00★ only 1 review | Every day | English |
| Nauyaca Waterfalls & Hacienda Ébano tour from San Jose | US$ 170 per person | 5h–6h | 5.00★ only 1 review | Every day · 07:30 | English, Spanish |
Hiking San Jose at a glance
- Our pick: San Jose: La Carpintera Zip Line, Rappel & Rainforest Hike, US$ 51 (3h, 4.94★ · 552).
- Also recommended: Poás Volcano National Park tour from San José: Main crater hike, US$ 135 (6h, 4.53★ · 75).
- Also recommended: San José: Río Celeste hike with swim & Caldera beach stop, US$ 282 (11h–13h, 4.56★ · only 9 reviews).
Real price per person across the 7 options: US$ 51–US$ 375 (median US$ 170). With 100+ reviews: 1 of 7.
Of the 7 options: 7 with free cancellation, 5 with instant confirmation, 5 with hotel pickup, 5 kid-friendly and 4 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Price per person.
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