Top Things to Do in Costa Rica

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

All tours (481–500 of 1,592)

La Fortuna: Farm to Table Cooking Class & Local Recipes
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La Fortuna: Farm to Table Cooking Class & Local RecipesPick fresh ingredients on a working farm near La Fortuna, then cook classic Costa Rican dishes in a hands-on class with a local guide. Includes all ingredients.
86 reviews
4.98★
Duration
4h
start times · Every day
4
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 99per person
Tortuguero National Park day trip: Canals and wildlife
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Travelers' pick
Tortuguero National Park day trip: Canals and wildlifeBoat through Tortuguero's jungle canals spotting crocodiles, monkeys, toucans and sloths, then walk the village. Includes breakfast, lunch and park entry from San Jose.
86 reviews
4.70★
Duration
12h 30m
Every day
05:30
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 230per person
La Fortuna Night Walk: Private Rainforest Tour
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Travelers' pick
La Fortuna Night Walk: Private Rainforest TourPrivate night walk through La Fortuna rainforest with expert guide and flashlights provided: encounter nocturnal frogs, reptiles.
86 reviews
4.98★
Duration
2h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 60per person
Bijagua & Upala: Rainforest Hike, Sloths & Rafting Day Trip
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Bijagua & Upala: Rainforest Hike, Sloths & Rafting Day TripWatch sloths and toucans in Bijagua & Upala rainforest, hike real jungle trails, and float by raft with a nature guide. Includes optical gear, snacks & umbrellas.
86 reviews
4.98★
Duration
2h–3h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 45per person
Esterillos & Jaco: Horseback Beach Ride with Ethical Horses
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Esterillos & Jaco: Horseback Beach Ride with Ethical HorsesFeel the Pacific breeze on a horseback ride near Jaco & Esterillos, Costa Rica. Small groups, well-cared-for horses, local guides, and ocean views: includes helmet & photos.
85 reviews
4.86★
Duration
1h 30m
start times · Every day
3
Live guide EN · PL · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 85per person
Private transfer from Liberia Airport to Guanacaste hotels
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Best value
Private transfer from Liberia Airport to Guanacaste hotelsPrivate transfer from Liberia Airport with bilingual driver, air conditioning and bottled water included.
85 reviews
4.87★
Duration
1h–1h 30m
Every dayFree cancellationfromUS$ 5US$ 4per person
Tortuga Island Private Boat Tour from Jaco: Subwings & Snorkeling
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Travelers' pick
Tortuga Island Private Boat Tour from Jaco: Subwings & SnorkelingPick up from your Jaco hotel at 7:15 am for a private speedboat to Tortuga Island. Arrive at the snorkel site before the crowds.
85 reviews
4.95★
Duration
8h 30m
Every day
07:30
Live guide EN · NL · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 200per person
Tamarindo & Flamingo: Canopy Zipline Tour with Wildlife Sighting
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Travelers' pick
Tamarindo & Flamingo: Canopy Zipline Tour with Wildlife SightingFeel the rush as you zipline through Costa Rica’s dry forest near Tamarindo & Flamingo, spot monkeys, enjoy hotel pickup, and connect with local guides on this canopy tour.
85 reviews
4.81★
Duration
3h
start times · Every day
3
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 85per person
Manuel Antonio Night Tour: Nocturnal wildlife walk with guide
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Travelers' pick
Manuel Antonio Night Tour: Nocturnal wildlife walk with guideNight wildlife walking tour in Quepos on a private reserve next to Manuel Antonio National Park: walk a dark trail with a guide who spots snakes, sloths.
85 reviews
4.75★
Duration
2h
Every day
18:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 57per person
Monteverde Cloud Forest guided hike: Heart of the Forest trail
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Monteverde Cloud Forest guided hike: Heart of the Forest trailGuided 2.5-hour hike through Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve with naturalist and binoculars. Spot quetzals, toucans and spider monkeys.
85 reviews
4.85★
Duration
2h 30m
start times · Every day
3
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 36US$ 24per person
Manuel Antonio Ocean Kayaking & Snorkeling Tour
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Manuel Antonio Ocean Kayaking & Snorkeling TourPaddle past islands and nesting grounds in Manuel Antonio, then snorkel a hidden bay where parrotfish and sea turtles swim among coral reefs.
84 reviews
4.60★
Duration
4h
Every day
08:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 93per person
Tamarindo Beginner Surf Lessons with Local Instructors
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Tamarindo Beginner Surf Lessons with Local InstructorsPrivate surf lessons in Tamarindo with local instructors who know the breaks. Includes board, rashguard, water, and pickup. Small groups, personalized coaching.
84 reviews
5.00★
Duration
2h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 80per person
Jaco: ATV & Zipline & Waterfall Combo with Rainforest Lunch
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Travelers' pick
Jaco: ATV & Zipline & Waterfall Combo with Rainforest LunchFull-day ATV, zipline and waterfall adventure from Jaco with 4-hour ride, 10 zip lines, traditional lunch at 2000ft elevation, and bilingual guide. Pickup included.
84 reviews
4.95★
Duration
6h
start times · Every day
5
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 199per person
Braulio Carrillo: Aerial Tram, Zipline & Butterfly Garden Day
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Braulio Carrillo: Aerial Tram, Zipline & Butterfly Garden DayFeel the rainforest from above on an aerial tram, zipline through Braulio Carrillo’s canopy, and wander butterfly gardens: all in one seamless day tour with guide.
84 reviews
4.64★
Duration
5h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 116US$ 99per person
Snorkeling in Quepos: Catamaran with Dolphins & Lunch
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Travelers' pick
Snorkeling in Quepos: Catamaran with Dolphins & LunchSnorkel the Central Pacific coast near Quepos on a 3-hour catamaran tour with a live guide. Spot dolphins, sea turtles and pelicans while enjoying fresh lunch and drinks.
84 reviews
4.63★
Duration
3h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 95per person
Tortuga Island Day Trip from San José: Dolphins & Beach Lunch
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Travelers' pick
Tortuga Island Day Trip from San José: Dolphins & Beach LunchFull-day Tortuga Island tour from San José with boat transport, beach time, dolphin watching, snorkeling and lunch included. Around 10 hours, air-conditioned vehicle.
83 reviews
4.23★
Duration
12h–15h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 115per person
Liberia Airport to Riu Palace transfer: Private roundtrip
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Travelers' pick
Liberia Airport to Riu Palace transfer: Private roundtripPrivate roundtrip transfer from Liberia Airport to Riu Palace in Guanacaste with air-conditioned vehicle, name-sign pickup.
83 reviews
4.96★
Duration
30m–45m
Every dayPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 180per group
Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges: Guided walk through forest canopy
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Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges: Guided walk through forest canopyWalk across 16 suspension bridges up to 180 feet high through a 600-acre reserve near Arenal, spotting wildlife across three forest levels with a guide and hotel pickup.
83 reviews
4.93★
Duration
3h–4h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 87per person
Sloth Discovery, Río Celeste & Coffee–Cacao Journey
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Sloth Discovery, Río Celeste & Coffee–Cacao JourneySwim in turquoise Río Celeste, spot sloths and toucans in Tenorio Volcano rainforest, and visit a local farm to learn how coffee and cacao are grown before enjoying lunch.
83 reviews
4.89★
Duration
8h
Mon–Sat
07:00
Live guide EN · FRHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 145US$ 131per person
Mistico Park: Birdwatching Tour & Hanging Bridges Small Group
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Mistico Park: Birdwatching Tour & Hanging Bridges Small GroupStep onto Mistico Park’s hanging bridges for a small-group birdwatching tour in Costa Rica’s rainforest. Spot rare species, guided by locals. Entry fees included.
82 reviews
4.62★
Duration
2h 30m
Every day
06:00
Live guide EN · FR · ESfromUS$ 66per person
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