Top Things to Do in Costa Rica

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Arenal & Peñas Blancas: Kayak Safari Float with Local Lunch
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Arenal & Peñas Blancas: Kayak Safari Float with Local LunchFeel the calm of Peñas Blancas River by kayak, spot monkeys & sloths, then share a homemade snack at Tita Yolanda’s ranch. Includes pickup from Arenal hotels.
82 reviews
4.87★
Duration
4h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 89per person
Lake Arenal Paddle Board Experience: Wildlife & Jungle Spots
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Lake Arenal Paddle Board Experience: Wildlife & Jungle SpotsPaddle board Lake Arenal with a professional guide who leads you to protected jungle spots where otters and turtles swim.
82 reviews
5.00★
Duration
2h 30m
start times · Tue–Sun
2
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 70per person
Horseback Riding in La Fortuna: River Crossings & Forest Trails
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Travelers' pick
Horseback Riding in La Fortuna: River Crossings & Forest TrailsHorseback riding through La Fortuna's tropical forest with river crossings, fruit tasting, and a bilingual guide: about 2 hours, all skill levels welcome.
82 reviews
5.00★
Duration
2h 20m
start times · Every day
3
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 70per person
Half-day mountain tour Nosara: Viewpoints and farm lunch
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Travelers' pick
Half-day mountain tour Nosara: Viewpoints and farm lunchMountain tour from Nosara with multiple viewpoints, ATV ride, and farm-to-table lunch made from on-site crops.
82 reviews
4.98★
Duration
4h
Every day
08:00
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 150per person
Tortuguero: Kayak Tour with Wildlife Sighting & Quiet Canals
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Travelers' pick
Tortuguero: Kayak Tour with Wildlife Sighting & Quiet CanalsKayak through Tortuguero’s winding canals, spot monkeys and birds up close, and paddle with a local guide. Includes all gear and options for every fitness level.
82 reviews
4.90★
Duration
3h
Every day
06:00
Live guide EN · SV · IT · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 45per person
Monteverde Zipline Canopy Tour: 9 Lines & Tarzan Swing
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Travelers' pick
Monteverde Zipline Canopy Tour: 9 Lines & Tarzan SwingZip through Monteverde's cloud forest on 9 ziplines plus 2 superman lines, a rappel and a mega Tarzan swing: all gear and transport included, pickup arranged.
82 reviews
4.49★
Duration
3h
start times · Every day
3
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalInstant confirmationfromUS$ 100per person
Savegre River Rafting Class II-III from Manuel Antonio
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Savegre River Rafting Class II-III from Manuel AntonioRun Class III rapids on Costa Rica's cleanest river with a professional guide, hotel pickup and lunch included.
82 reviews
4.91★
Duration
6h
Every day
08:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 125per person
Cooking Class La Fortuna: Learn to Make Costa Rican Casado
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Cooking Class La Fortuna: Learn to Make Costa Rican CasadoLearn to cook traditional Costa Rican dishes in La Fortuna with a local guide. Mix tropical cocktails, prepare a full casado meal with handmade tortillas.
82 reviews
4.55★
Duration
2h 30m
Every day
17:00
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 70per person
Nicaragua One Day Tour from Costa Rica: Active Volcano & Granada
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Nicaragua One Day Tour from Costa Rica: Active Volcano & GranadaCross the border from Costa Rica to Nicaragua to see Masaya's active volcano and walk Granada's colonial streets in one day trip.
81 reviews
4.94★
Duration
9h–12h
start times · Every day except Saturday
3
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 232per person
Arenal: Hanging Bridges, Volcano Hike & Hot Springs Day Trip
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Travelers' pick
Arenal: Hanging Bridges, Volcano Hike & Hot Springs Day TripFeel the rainforest come alive at Arenal with hanging bridges, a volcano hike, and hot springs: includes pickup, local guide, and Costa Rican lunch.
81 reviews
4.62★
Duration
7h 30m
Every day
07:00
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 99US$ 89per person
Palo Verde National Park Boat Tour: Howler Monkeys & Crocodiles
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Travelers' pick
Palo Verde National Park Boat Tour: Howler Monkeys & CrocodilesBoat tour on the Tempisque River in Palo Verde National Park with a bilingual guide, binoculars and lunch included.
81 reviews
4.81★
Duration
2h–3h
start times · Every day
3
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 75per person
Hot Springs in the Jungle: Thermal pools, slides & lunch
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Hot Springs in the Jungle: Thermal pools, slides & lunchSwim thermal pools and natural rock slides in the jungle with a bilingual guide, hotel pickup included.
81 reviews
4.81★
Duration
4h–5h
Every day
07:30
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 117per person
Monteverde: Selvatura Park Canopy & Hanging Bridges Combo
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Travelers' pick
Monteverde: Selvatura Park Canopy & Hanging Bridges ComboFeel the rush in Monteverde’s cloud forest with canopy ziplining, hanging bridges, and Costa Rica’s largest butterfly garden: includes hotel pickup and local guide.
80 reviews
4.69★
Duration
6h 30m
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 168per person
ATV Riding in Brasilito: Beaches & Dry Forest
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ATV Riding in Brasilito: Beaches & Dry ForestRide ATVs through Brasilito's coastal beaches and Guanacaste dry forest with a local guide, hotel pickup included.
80 reviews
5.00★
Duration
3h
start times · Every day
3
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 140per person
Arenal: Canopy Zipline & Horseback Adventure with Pickup
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Arenal: Canopy Zipline & Horseback Adventure with PickupFeel the rush on Arenal’s canopy zipline, ride horseback through lush trails, and catch volcano views: includes hotel pickup, local guide, and fresh fruit.
80 reviews
4.83★
Duration
4h
start times · Every day
4
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 163per person
Surf Lesson in Tamarindo: Private, Group & Semi-Private
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Travelers' pick
Surf Lesson in Tamarindo: Private, Group & Semi-PrivateLearn to surf in Tamarindo with patient instructors teaching all skill levels: equipment, rashguard and water included, lessons run two hours with private.
79 reviews
4.97★
Duration
2h
start times · Every day
9
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 55per person
Guided Street Art Tour in Jaco: Downtown Murals & Graffiti
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Guided Street Art Tour in Jaco: Downtown Murals & GraffitiWalk Jaco's downtown streets with a local guide uncovering street art stories around Central Park, the riverfront and commercial district.
79 reviews
5.00★
Duration
2h–3h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 39per person
Night hike Monteverde: Forest animals with guide
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Best value
Night hike Monteverde: Forest animals with guideNight forest hike in Monteverde with experienced guide, flashlight and optical equipment: walk the trails after dark to spot sloths, frogs.
79 reviews
4.99★
Duration
2h 30m
start times · Every day
3
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 33per person
Costa Rica: Class V White Water Rafting & Rainforest Lunch
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Costa Rica: Class V White Water Rafting & Rainforest LunchFeel the rush of class V white water rafting in Costa Rica’s rainforest, with expert guides, riverside fruit breaks, and a traditional lunch, hotel pickup included.
79 reviews
5.00★
Duration
6h
Every day
08:30
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 150per person
Bribri Shaman Medicinal Plants & Waterfall Hike: 5 Hours
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Travelers' pick
Bribri Shaman Medicinal Plants & Waterfall Hike: 5 HoursJoin a Bribri shaman in Limón, Costa Rica for a five-hour ceremony learning medicinal plants, preparing cacao, sharing a traditional meal.
78 reviews
4.99★
Duration
5h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 107per person
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