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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Poás Volcano, Doka Coffee & La Paz Waterfalls Day Tour
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Poás Volcano, Doka Coffee & La Paz Waterfalls Day TourVisit three Costa Rican landmarks in one day: tour a working coffee plantation on Poás's slopes, stand at the volcano's crater rim.
330 reviews
4.46★
Duration
10h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 155per person
Horseback Riding in Samara: Jungle and Beach
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Travelers' pick
Horseback Riding in Samara: Jungle and BeachRide through jungle and along Buena Vista Beach near Samara with a guide who matches the horse to your level. Pickup from your hotel included, morning or sunset departure.
328 reviews
4.93★
Duration
2h 30m
Mon–SatLive guide EN · FR · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 64per person
Rafting Class 2-3 Balsa River: La Fortuna white water
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Travelers' pick
Rafting Class 2-3 Balsa River: La Fortuna white waterPaddle Class II and III rapids on the Balsa River near La Fortuna with a local guide, hotel pickup.
326 reviews
4.90★
Duration
4h
start times · Every day
3
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 93per person
Tarcoles River: Jungle Crocodile Safari & Birdwatching Tour
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Travelers' pick
Tarcoles River: Jungle Crocodile Safari & Birdwatching TourFeel the thrill of a Tarcoles River boat safari: see wild crocodiles, spot rare birds, and learn from local guides. Includes wheelchair access and live commentary.
324 reviews
4.83★
Duration
1h 45m
start times · Every day
4
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 40per person
Manuel Antonio National Park: Wildlife & Beach Walk from Quepos
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Manuel Antonio National Park: Wildlife & Beach Walk from QueposManuel Antonio National Park tour from Quepos with professional guide, wildlife spotting and white-sand beach. Hotel pickup included, groups up to 15, all fitness levels.
323 reviews
4.81★
Duration
3h–4h
start times · Every day except Tuesday
3
Live guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 75per person
Ziplining in Arenal Volcano: Canopy, waterfall, hot springs
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Ziplining in Arenal Volcano: Canopy, waterfall, hot springsZipline across 7 rainforest cables with a guide, then soak in volcanic hot springs and mud baths. Full-day adventure including lunch and transport.
322 reviews
4.92★
Duration
8h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 194per person
San Jose: National Theater & Central Market Walking Tour
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San Jose: National Theater & Central Market Walking TourSmall-group walking tour of San Jose's National Theater, Central Market, and historic neighborhoods. Includes guide, coffee, water, and souvenir. Around 4 hours.
322 reviews
4.94★
Duration
3h
start times · Every day
12
Live guide EN · FR · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 45per person
La Paz Waterfall Gardens tour: Waterfalls and wildlife
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Travelers' pick
La Paz Waterfall Gardens tour: Waterfalls and wildlifeTour from San Jose with hotel pickup, professional guide, buffet lunch and skip-the-line entry to La Paz Waterfall Gardens.
319 reviews
4.81★
Duration
8h–9h
Every day
08:00
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 135per person
Snorkeling Catamaran in Quepos: Manuel Antonio with Water Slides
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Travelers' pick
Snorkeling Catamaran in Quepos: Manuel Antonio with Water SlidesThree-and-a-half hours on a 100-foot catamaran with snorkeling gear, two water slides, lunch or dinner, and four drinks included: hotel pickup from Quepos or Manuel Antonio.
316 reviews
4.38★
Duration
3h 30m
Every day
09:00
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 86per person
Manuel Antonio National Park wildlife spotting tour with scope
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Best value
Manuel Antonio National Park wildlife spotting tour with scopeWalk Manuel Antonio's main trails with a certified guide who spots wildlife for you to photograph through a spotting scope.
316 reviews
4.96★
Duration
2h 30m
start times · Every day except Tuesday
9
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 28per person
Flamingo Beach: Catamaran Snorkel Tour with Waterslide & Lunch
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Flamingo Beach: Catamaran Snorkel Tour with Waterslide & LunchSet sail from Flamingo Beach for a relaxed catamaran cruise, snorkeling with guides, a wild waterslide, and grilled lunch: family-friendly fun with shaded comfort.
314 reviews
4.98★
Duration
4h
Every day
14:00
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 103per person
La Fortuna Night Tour: Rainforest Wildlife & Nocturnal Hike
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Travelers' pick
La Fortuna Night Tour: Rainforest Wildlife & Nocturnal HikeGuided night hike in La Fortuna rainforest with ICT-certified guide, wildlife spotting, and park entry. Groups up to 8, well-maintained trails, closed-toe shoes required.
313 reviews
4.83★
Duration
2h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 49per person
Jaco ATV Tour: Mountain Trails & Waterfall Rides
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Jaco ATV Tour: Mountain Trails & Waterfall RidesATV tours in Jaco from 1 to 4 hours. Mountain ridge views, waterfall swims, rainforest trails. Bilingual guide, gas included, pickup from town center.
313 reviews
4.76★
Duration
1h–8h
start times · Every day
14
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 90per person
Costa Rica: Tamarindo Monkey Jungle Zipline & Wildlife Sighting
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Travelers' pick
Costa Rica: Tamarindo Monkey Jungle Zipline & Wildlife SightingFeel the rush ziplining near Tamarindo, spot monkeys in the Costa Rican jungle, and end with fresh fruit. Includes all gear and local guide. Book your adventure today.
311 reviews
4.86★
Duration
1h–4h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 65per person
Tamarindo Estuary: Mangrove Kayak Tour & Wildlife Spotting
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Tamarindo Estuary: Mangrove Kayak Tour & Wildlife SpottingPaddle through mangrove forest in Tamarindo with a naturalist guide. Spot crocodiles, monkeys, iguanas and 175 bird species. Includes water, fruit and hotel pickup.
308 reviews
4.79★
Duration
2h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 45US$ 41per person
Peñas Blancas River: Wildlife Safari Float & Farm Snack
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Travelers' pick
Peñas Blancas River: Wildlife Safari Float & Farm SnackFloat quietly down Costa Rica’s Peñas Blancas River, spot wildlife, and share homemade snacks at a local farm: includes hotel pickup and local guide.
302 reviews
4.87★
Duration
5h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 83per person
2-Day Corcovado Sirena Tour from Drake Bay: Rainforest Wildlife
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Travelers' pick
2-Day Corcovado Sirena Tour from Drake Bay: Rainforest WildlifeTwo-day rainforest tour from Drake Bay to Corcovado National Park's Sirena station with guide, lodging, meals and park fees included.
297 reviews
4.93★
Duration
2d
Every day
06:00
Live guide EN · ESfromUS$ 365per person
ATV Riding near Puntarenas: Private Waterfalls & Swimming
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ATV Riding near Puntarenas: Private Waterfalls & SwimmingRide ATVs through Costa Rican mountains and rural villages to three private waterfalls where you can swim. Includes a guide, lunch stop at El Tigre.
297 reviews
4.93★
Duration
4h
start times · Every day
14
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromUS$ 130per person
Manuel Antonio Park: Wildlife Tour & Beach with Telescope
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Travelers' pick
Manuel Antonio Park: Wildlife Tour & Beach with TelescopeTwo-hour guided wildlife tour in Manuel Antonio National Park with naturalist guide, spotting scope, and beach access. Park entry included, small groups.
297 reviews
4.95★
Duration
2h–3h
start times · Every day except Tuesday
5
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 53per person
La Fortuna safari float: Wildlife on the Peñas Blancas River
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Travelers' pick
La Fortuna safari float: Wildlife on the Peñas Blancas RiverFloat the Peñas Blancas River near La Fortuna spotting wildlife in rainforest, then return for organic lunch and a sugarcane demo where you taste fresh juice.
296 reviews
4.94★
Duration
4h
Every day
09:30
Live guide EN · DA · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 65per person
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