Top Things to Do in Costa Rica

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★4.9 1,594 experiences from US$ 4 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

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Doka Coffee Tour, Poás Volcano & La Paz Waterfall from San Jose
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Doka Coffee Tour, Poás Volcano & La Paz Waterfall from San JoseVisit a Costa Rica coffee plantation for breakfast and processing tour, then see Poás Volcano's active crater and walk through La Paz Waterfall Gardens.
37 reviews
4.76★
Duration
10h
Every day
06:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 184per person
Tortuga Island Day Trip from Puntarenas: Boat & Beach Lunch
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Travelers' pick
Tortuga Island Day Trip from Puntarenas: Boat & Beach LunchFull-day boat excursion to Tortuga Island from Puntarenas with lunch, snorkeling gear and drinks. Includes San Lucas prison history tour.
37 reviews
4.03★
Duration
10h
Every day
07:30
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 120per person
Kayaking and Stand-Up Paddle Boarding in Costa Rica
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Kayaking and Stand-Up Paddle Boarding in Costa RicaKayak through mangrove-lined rivers in Costa Rica to witness sea turtles nesting at Ostional with a local guide who shares the ecosystem's secrets.
37 reviews
5.00★
Duration
2h 15m
Every dayLive guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 90per person
Rincón de la Vieja Volcano Tour: Waterfalls & Hot Springs
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Travelers' pick
Rincón de la Vieja Volcano Tour: Waterfalls & Hot SpringsSwim at Oropéndola Waterfall, soak in thermal springs by Río Negro, and coat yourself in warm volcanic mud at Rincón de la Vieja Volcano.
36 reviews
4.97★
Duration
7h
Mon–Sat
08:00
Live guide EN · FR · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 150US$ 143per person
La Leona Waterfall Hike: Swim Cave & Cliff Jump near Liberia
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Travelers' pick
La Leona Waterfall Hike: Swim Cave & Cliff Jump near LiberiaHike through jungle near Rincón de la Vieja Volcano to La Leona Waterfall, swim into a turquoise cave, and jump from natural rock formations.
36 reviews
4.94★
Duration
4h–6h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 139per person
Turtle spawning in Tortuguero: Watch nesting at night
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Turtle spawning in Tortuguero: Watch nesting at nightWatch green sea turtles nest on Tortuguero beach at night with a certified guide using red light technology. The park sets your departure time.
36 reviews
4.78★
Duration
2h
start times · Thu
2
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 30per person
La Fortuna: Hanging Bridges & Waterfall Hike with Lunch
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La Fortuna: Hanging Bridges & Waterfall Hike with LunchExplore Arenal Hanging Bridges and La Fortuna Waterfall in one day, guided hike, swim option, local lunch included, hotel pickup from La Fortuna area.
36 reviews
4.94★
Duration
7h
Every day
08:20
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 170per person
El Chorro White Water Rafting Class 4 Rapids, Manuel Antonio
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El Chorro White Water Rafting Class 4 Rapids, Manuel AntonioRaft Class 4 rapids on the upper Naranjo River near Manuel Antonio with a professional guide, hotel pickup, lunch and water included. See monkeys.
36 reviews
4.94★
Duration
4h
start times · Every day
2
Season until 30 NovLive guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 125per person
Río Celeste Waterfall Tour: Hike, Wildlife & Coffee Farm
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Río Celeste Waterfall Tour: Hike, Wildlife & Coffee FarmHike to Río Celeste's blue waterfall in Tenorio Volcano National Park, spot sloths in the rainforest, swim in natural pools.
36 reviews
5.00★
Duration
6h
start times · Every day
4
Live guide EN · PT · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 250per person
Scuba Diving in Tamarindo: No Certification Required
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Scuba Diving in Tamarindo: No Certification RequiredLearn to scuba dive in Tamarindo with theory and confined water training, then dive the Catalinas with a guide. Includes hotel pickup and equipment.
36 reviews
4.72★
Duration
5h
Every day
06:40
Live guide EN · DE · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 195per person
Snorkeling in Playa Flamingo: ATV ride to Playa Minas
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Snorkeling in Playa Flamingo: ATV ride to Playa MinasRide an ATV through forest to Playa Minas for an hour of snorkeling with gear and guide included. Hotel pickup from Playa Flamingo, three hours total.
36 reviews
4.89★
Duration
3h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 110per person
Caribbean Coast Costa Rica: Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Hike & Monkeys
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Travelers' pick
Caribbean Coast Costa Rica: Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Hike & MonkeysFull-day hike through Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge on Costa Rica's Caribbean Coast. See monkeys, sloths, birds and reptiles. Includes binoculars, snack, and hotel pickup.
36 reviews
4.94★
Duration
3h–4h
Every day except SaturdayLive guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 65per person
Cahuita National Park tour: Wildlife, chocolate & waterfall swim
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Travelers' pick
Cahuita National Park tour: Wildlife, chocolate & waterfall swimSix hours exploring Cahuita National Park with a naturalist guide, then learning to make traditional chocolate with a Bribri family and swimming.
36 reviews
4.92★
Duration
6h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 120per person
Manuel Antonio to SJO Airport Transfer: Private & Bilingual
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Travelers' pick
Manuel Antonio to SJO Airport Transfer: Private & BilingualPrivate transfer from Manuel Antonio (Quepos) to San José airport. Bilingual drivers, 2017+ fleet, free water & WiFi. Hotel pickup included, stops available.
35 reviews
4.97★
Duration
3h
Every dayHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 239per group
Río Celeste Waterfall Hike from La Fortuna: Turquoise lagoon
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Río Celeste Waterfall Hike from La Fortuna: Turquoise lagoonHike to Río Celeste waterfall in Tenorio Volcano National Park from La Fortuna with a local guide, hotel pickup and lunch included.
35 reviews
4.69★
Duration
6h
Every day
07:30
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 141per person
3-Day Arenal Volcano & Manuel Antonio Tour from San José
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3-Day Arenal Volcano & Manuel Antonio Tour from San JoséThree-day Costa Rica tour through Monteverde Cloud Forest and Arenal Volcano, ending in Manuel Antonio with guided rainforest hikes and wildlife viewing.
35 reviews
4.71★
Duration
3d
Mon–SatLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 699per person
Palo Verde National Park river safari: Wildlife and lunch
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Palo Verde National Park river safari: Wildlife and lunchNavigate the River Tempisque through Palo Verde National Park spotting monkeys, crocodiles and birds up close.
35 reviews
4.40★
Duration
6h–7h
Every day
07:30
Live guide EN · FR · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 140per person
SJO Airport to Los Suenos Marriott: Private Transfer
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Travelers' pick
SJO Airport to Los Suenos Marriott: Private TransferPrivate airport transfer from SJO to Los Suenos Marriott in air-conditioned van or coach with English-speaking driver. Flexible stops available en route.
34 reviews
4.68★
Duration
1h 15m
Every dayLive guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 149per group
Sloths & Limón Highlights: Wildlife & Culture Tour
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Travelers' pick
Sloths & Limón Highlights: Wildlife & Culture TourTrek Cahuita National Park's jungle trail with a guide explaining Caribbean Costa Rica's culture and ecology, plus visit a sloth rescue center on this 5.
34 reviews
4.85★
Duration
5h–7h
Tue–Sun
08:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 129per person
Eden Chocolate Tour with Lunch: Make Your Own Bonbons
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Eden Chocolate Tour with Lunch: Make Your Own BonbonsMake chocolate from cocoa beans at Eden's organic plantation near La Fortuna, then roast, grind and shape your own bonbons before lunch.
34 reviews
5.00★
Duration
2h 30m
start times · Every day
3
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 57per person
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