Tours and Trips in Costa Rica

Experience the thrill of navigating class III and IV white waters on this incredible 2.5-hour tour of Tenorio River. Get an up close look at local wildlife as you paddle your way through raging rapids. Ideal for first-timers and experienced travelers alike. This popular tour is sure to be an adrenaline rush!

Soak up some of the very best views of Arenal Volcano from the water on a kayaking tour of Lake Arenal. It's a great way to get a different perspective of the famous peak while observing native Costa Rican plants and animals near the lakeshore. Beginners are welcome, as you'll get a lesson in basic paddling techniques and safety before launching onto the lake with a guide.

Explore the pitch-black maze of an underground river on an extreme caving adventure from Arenal. Grab a flashlight and strap on boots and a helmet to enter the Venado Cave system, where a guide leads you on a wet and winding route deep inside the labyrinth. Get ready to squeeze through passages, encounter bats, and pass through mysterious waterfalls while learning about Costa Rica's ancient geologic history.

Make the most of your time (and your money) with an all-day pass to Diamante Eco Adventure Park, which includes access to ziplines, hanging bridges, ocean activities, a native botanical garden, and the largest animal sanctuary in Guanacaste Province "” all in one location near the region's most popular cities. This pass also includes lunch, fruit drinks, and coffee so you can stay all day.

Turn an ordinary walk into an educational adventure with a guided nature walk in Manuel Antonio National Park, widely considered one of the most beautiful parks in Costa Rica. Go with a guide who can help you spot sloths, monkeys, iguanas, and more while providing commentary about their lives and behaviors in the rain forest.

Exchange the sun and surf for for a high-flying adventure in the misty Monteverde Cloud Forest on this full-day combo tour from Tamarindo. Fly through the forest canopy on a 15-cable zipline course featuring a gravity-defying Superman cable and a Tarzan swing, and slow down for a closer look at Monteverde's rich biodiversity while walking through the tree tops along a series of hanging bridges. In between adventures, replenish your energy with a typical Costa Rican lunch.

Explore the forests of Arenal Volcano National Park on a 4-hour walking tour, with the option to soak away the afternoon in the park's nearby thermal springs. Follow your guide between towering trees, and discover the devastation left by the powerful lava slides and volcanic activity. Enjoy views of Arenal volcano and the Tilarán Range, and learn about the area's nature, wildlife and history. Finish the tour with return to your hotel or visit the hot pools of your choice, where Costa Rica's simmering geology creates a stunning natural spa. 

Discover Costa Rican history through a dazzling collection of ancient artifacts at the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum, conveniently located in central San Jose. Jewelry, coins, and icons preserved from across the centuries tell the story of fallen civilizations and the emergence of modern life in Central America. Explore displays at your own pace for a great introduction to the country's past and present.

Unleash your inner daredevil as you tackle the hair-raising rapids of the Sarapiqui River on this full-day tour from either San Jose or La Fortuna. Hurtle downstream over class II and III rapids like the "˜Roller Coaster' and "˜Superman'; marvel over the dramatic scenery of the Sarapiqui canyon, then cool off with a swim. After 2.5-hours of adrenaline-fuelled fun, tuck into lunch by the riverside, before heading back to the city.

Experience popular Costa Rican activities on this combination adventure tour. First, hop on an off-road buggy and hit the area's rugged terrain, riding through rivers and over mountain trails. You'll head to a sloth rescue refuge, which rehabilitates injured, orphaned, or confiscated wildlife. The habitats are designed to provide a natural setting for the animals and allows visitors to experience up-close, safe viewing of sloths, monkeys, jaguars, toucans, pumas, and more. The tour ends with a stop at different area beaches.

Take a 30-minute or 1-hour horseback ride with a professional guide on this tour from Diamante Eco Adventure Park, with options suitable for beginner and advanced riders alike. Choose to ride along the beach or through a tropical dry forest, learning about native wildlife and taking in the views of Costa Rica's diverse wilderness along the way.

Experience the best of Costa Rica and Nicaragua on an 8-day, 7-night grand tour through the countries' most remarkable cities and landscapes. Explore alongside an experienced guide and professional photographer as you raft tropical rivers and soak in volcanic hot springs, ride horses and follow ziplines through the jungle. Visit colonial Granada and discover the islands of Lake Nicaragua, then look into the steaming caldera of the Masaya volcano. Enjoy a blend of luxury and adventure as you discover these scenic countries with top-notch service and accommodations in 4-star hotels.

Get views of the surrounding rain forest as you make your way down the Sarapiqui River in double kayak. Led by expert guides, you'll be able to choose to navigate challenging sections (for intermediate kayakers) or stick to the calmer parts. All equipment, snacks, and round-trip hotel transportation provided.

If you're searching for all-age fun, then this private 9-hour tour of Dino Park and the Blue River Resort and Hot Springs is for you. Marvel at life-sized dinosaurs at Dino Park, set amid lush rain forest, and enjoy access to the luxurious facilities of Blue River Resort, home to natural hot springs, a botanical garden, and butterfly park. Lunch and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Leave behind the calm of the ocean in lieu of a white-water rafting adventure on the Tenorio River in the heart of Guanacaste. Navigate Class III and IV rapids along with your guide and your group as you take in views of the lush surroundings and spot native wildlife. This tour includes round-trip transportation from your hotel, all entrance fees, and lunch.

Experience the "˜pura vida' of Costa Rica's traditional farming lifestyle with this half-day nature and agriculture tour. Look for native wildlife like morpho butterflies and anteaters on a trek through a private rain forest reserve, and then tour fields of banana, yucca, vanilla, and other crops at a family-run farm. Taste the bounty of the land with a farm-fresh lunch of local, organic products prepared on a wood-burning stove.

Get a bird's-eye view of Arenal's amazing biodiversity on a hanging bridges hike. Cross a series of 15 suspended and swinging walkways engineered for safety, moving at a leisurely pace to observe native wildlife including lizards, snakes, monkeys, sloths, and hundreds of bird species. You'll get the vantage point of a canopy tour while being able to slow down and really appreciate life in the Costa Rican rain forest.

This Jaco ATV tour may be short, but it doesn't skimp on adventure, making it a great choice for exploring the Costa Rican rain forest in just a couple of hours. Get behind the wheel of an ATV and follow your personal guide over rugged mountainous terrain, past ocean vista points, and right by a small waterfall.