Top Things to Do in Costa Rica

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★4.9 1,592 experiences from US$ 4 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

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Manuel Antonio Park guided wildlife spotting tour with naturalist
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Manuel Antonio Park guided wildlife spotting tour with naturalistGuided walking tour through Manuel Antonio National Park with certified naturalist, round-trip transport from Quepos and Manuel Antonio, park entry.
293 reviews
4.76★
Duration
4h
start times · Every day except Tuesday
2
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 85per person
La Fortuna: Arenal Volcano Hike, Lunch & Hot Springs River
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La Fortuna: Arenal Volcano Hike, Lunch & Hot Springs RiverWalk rainforest trails at Arenal Volcano, share stories with a local guide, taste Costa Rican lunch, and soak in Choyin hot springs, hotel pickup included.
292 reviews
4.80★
Duration
6h
Every day
10:20
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 62per person
Quepos: Manuel Antonio Wildlife Sanctuary & Sloth Park Tour
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Quepos: Manuel Antonio Wildlife Sanctuary & Sloth Park TourVisit a Costa Rica wildlife rescue center home to sloths, monkeys and parrots. Guided tour, animal stories and snack included. Supports 20+ years of conservation work.
292 reviews
4.93★
Duration
2h
start times · Tue–Sun
2
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 70per person
Jaco: Snorkeling at Playa Fantasia & Beach Wildlife
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Travelers' pick
Jaco: Snorkeling at Playa Fantasia & Beach WildlifeCatamaran snorkeling tour from Jaco to Playa Fantasia wildlife reserve. See tropical fish, rays, macaws and monkeys. Includes lunch, drinks, equipment and beach activities.
291 reviews
4.79★
Duration
4h 30m
Wed, Fri and Sun
08:30
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 159per person
Playa Sámara: Family Surf Lessons & Free Board Rental
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★Top rated
Playa Sámara: Family Surf Lessons & Free Board RentalFeel the Pacific at Playa Sámara with surf lessons for all ages, run by local instructors. Includes rashguards, board rental, and flexible timing. Just book & ride.
287 reviews
4.99★
Duration
1h 30m
Every dayLive guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 80per person
Arenal Volcano hike & hot springs in La Fortuna: Afternoon tour
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Arenal Volcano hike & hot springs in La Fortuna: Afternoon tourHike to the base of Arenal Volcano in La Fortuna with a bilingual guide, then relax in natural hot springs on this afternoon adventure with hotel pickup.
285 reviews
4.72★
Duration
3h–4h
Every day
13:40
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 54per person
White Water Rafting Savegre River Quepos: Full-Day Adventure
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White Water Rafting Savegre River Quepos: Full-Day AdventureEight-hour white water rafting on the Savegre River near Quepos with bilingual guide, equipment, lunch and hotel pickup included.
284 reviews
4.96★
Duration
8h
Every day
08:00
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 130per person
Canyoning in Lost Canyon, Costa Rica: Rappel four waterfalls
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Canyoning in Lost Canyon, Costa Rica: Rappel four waterfallsRappel down four tropical waterfalls in Lost Canyon near Arenal Volcano on a 4-hour canyoning adventure with hotel pickup, lunch and a guide.
279 reviews
4.84★
Duration
4h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 122per person
Playa Flamingo: Rainforest Wildlife & Coffee Making Tour
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Travelers' pick
Playa Flamingo: Rainforest Wildlife & Coffee Making TourPick up from your hotel and head into the Bijagua rainforest to spot sloths, frogs, and birds. Includes lunch, waterfall swim, and roast your own coffee and chocolate.
276 reviews
4.84★
Duration
8h–10h
start times · Every day
6
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 160per person
Monteverde Zipline Tour: 10+ Lines Through Cloud Forest
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Travelers' pick
Monteverde Zipline Tour: 10+ Lines Through Cloud ForestZipline through Monteverde's cloud forest on 10+ cables, including a 1km Superman-style line and Costa Rica's only underground zip, with professional guides and safety gear.
276 reviews
4.37★
Duration
2h–3h
start times · Every day
3
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 72per person
Rafting Class II-III and Ziplining in La Fortuna
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Travelers' pick
Rafting Class II-III and Ziplining in La FortunaZip through jungle canopy on seven cables, then paddle Class II-III rapids on the Balsa River: both with guides, lunch and hotel pickup included from La Fortuna.
275 reviews
4.96★
Duration
9h
Every day
07:30
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 149per person
Rincón de la Vieja: Zipline, Tubing, Horseback & Hot Springs Day
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Travelers' pick
Rincón de la Vieja: Zipline, Tubing, Horseback & Hot Springs DayFeel the rush in Rincón de la Vieja with ziplining, river tubing, horseback rides to waterfalls, and volcano hot springs. Includes lunch and all activities.
274 reviews
4.75★
Duration
8h
Every day
08:30
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 155per person
Monteverde Cloud Forest Tour: Sky Tram & Hanging Bridges
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Travelers' pick
Monteverde Cloud Forest Tour: Sky Tram & Hanging BridgesRide the Sky Tram gondola over the canopy and walk hanging bridges at Sky Walk near San Jose, spotting monkeys and tropical birds with a bilingual guide and lunch.
271 reviews
4.87★
Duration
13h
Tue and Fri
06:30
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 249per person
Jaco Jungle Adventure: Horseback, Zipline, Rappel & ATV
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Travelers' pick
Jaco Jungle Adventure: Horseback, Zipline, Rappel & ATVFull-day Jaco jungle tour with horseback riding, ziplining, waterfall rappelling and ATV on 850 acres. Includes lunch, guide, equipment. Rated best value.
268 reviews
4.84★
Duration
7h 30m
start times · Every day
3
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 199per person
Playa Flamingo: Volcano Hike & Hot Springs with Private Transport
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Travelers' pick
Playa Flamingo: Volcano Hike & Hot Springs with Private TransportPrivate volcano tour from Playa Flamingo with rainforest hiking, waterfall swim, and Rio Negro hot springs. Includes lunch and transport. Full or lite trail option.
266 reviews
4.88★
Duration
8h–10h
start times · Tue–Sun
2
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 225per person
Private Horseback Riding Tour in Playa Conchal: Shell-Sand Beach
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Travelers' pick
Private Horseback Riding Tour in Playa Conchal: Shell-Sand BeachRide along Playa Conchal's white shell-sand beach on a private tour with a licensed guide who speaks English or Spanish.
264 reviews
4.84★
Duration
1h 30m
start times · Every day
11
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 85per person
Manuel Antonio: Jungle Night Walk & Wildlife Photos with Pickup
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Best value
Manuel Antonio: Jungle Night Walk & Wildlife Photos with PickupStep into Manuel Antonio’s jungle after dark for a night walk with wildlife spotting, expert guide, and hotel pickup. See frogs, snakes, and more. Bring cash for entry.
260 reviews
4.67★
Duration
2h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 33per person
Sailing Cruise Quepos Manuel Antonio: Dolphins & Snorkeling
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Travelers' pick
Sailing Cruise Quepos Manuel Antonio: Dolphins & SnorkelingJoin a shared sailing cruise from Quepos on the Brisa Elegante, featuring snorkeling and kayaking at Playa Biesanz while enjoying a delicious meal.
259 reviews
4.93★
Duration
4h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · DE · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 148per person
Carara: Guided Nature Walk & Scarlet Macaw Spotting Ticket
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Travelers' pick
Carara: Guided Nature Walk & Scarlet Macaw Spotting TicketWalk Carara’s rainforest with a guide, spot scarlet macaws, monkeys, and rare birds. Entry ticket and telescope included for up-close wildlife viewing.
256 reviews
4.89★
Duration
2h–3h
start times · Every day
5
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 45per person
Rincon Nature Day Pass: Hot Springs, Mud & Waterfall
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Rincon Nature Day Pass: Hot Springs, Mud & WaterfallSpend five hours at Rincon exploring hot springs, mineral mud baths, a waterfall and suspension bridge.
254 reviews
4.73★
Duration
5h
Every day
08:00
Live guide EN · FR · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 75per person
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