Costa Rica tours, things to do and tickets

Discover the dense forests and volcanic landscapes of La Fortuna on a day trip. Enjoy a guided hike to sights like the La Fortuna waterfall and end your journey with a hot springs soak and cocktail.

Explore several attractions and sites on this full-day Arenal Volcano Combo Tour from San Jose. Enjoy views of waterfalls, volcanoes, rainforests, plantations, and wildlife on the way to Arenal. Learn about Costa Rican Coffee and food; taste some of the best coffee in the world and Costa Rican authentic cuisine. Do zip lining & rappelling in the rainforest and learn about the indigenous culture of Costa Rica. Relax in the thermal mineral waters of the Arenal Hot Springs at the base of the volcano, near the town of La Fortuna. Lunch and dinner are included.

Learn how to surf with Tamarindo's #1 Surf School since 1989. All skill levels welcome. We are located directly in front of a beach break and we are Tamarindo’s original surf shop! We are highly experience, having taught over 100,000 surf lessons in the 30 years we have been operating. All of our staff members are friendly, bilingual and very experienced professionals. Over half of our staff has been with us for over 10 years! We cater specifically to each and every customer’s needs and it is our goal to have every customer leave 100% satisfied and we put a huge emphasis on safety. We are a fully insured company with properly trained instructors in water and surf safety, CPR and First Aid.

Take part in 3 amazing activities on 1 tour from La Fortuna. Hike the paths of the Arenal Volcano, see the cascades of La Fortuna waterfall and walk through the rainforest canopy on the suspension bridges of the Arenal Hanging Bridges park.

The regular group is of 6 to 8 people max.
The tour is a nature walk in the Manuel Antonio National Park with a nature specialist.

Manuel Antonio Park is considered to be one of the most diverse habitats in the world. The high number of species per square meter is countless.

Monkeys, sloths, lizards, toucans, humming birds, lizards and a lot more.
Our naturalist tour guides have a professional spotting scope for observing the wildlife and with the telescope you can also take memorable photographs by taking your own pictures through our optical equipment.

Witness the natural beauty of Costa Rica on a sightseeing trip to Arenal. See the volcano and delight in zip lining, rappelling, indigenous culture, hot springs, and local food around La Fortuna.

Guided by passionate biologists, discover a hidden ecosystem in the middle of the city. See native sloths, birds, butterflies, and variety of plants and insects living wild and free. Join a small group tour on the grounds of the University of Costa Rica.

Costa Cat cruises daily to beautiful Tortuga island from the world class Los Suenos Marina. A short shuttle from Jaco or the surrounding areas and you will be greeted by a complimentary light breakfast onboard prior to departing in comfort across the Gulf of Nicoya in our 55 ft air conditioned catamaran. Upon arrival at the island our guests have the option of going snorkeling or just relaxing under the swaying palms in their beach chairs and enjoying paradise. Next, our world-famous lunch is served, with both vegetarian and vegan options as well as standard Costa Rican fare. The next activities planned are some fun in the water on our banana boat ride, or a nature hike to explore the island and it’s epic sea views from the higher viewpoints of Tortuga Island.

Our Full Day Waterfall Adventure really is a tour like no other from top to bottom. Our attention to detail on every aspect of this tour is second to none. There is very limited hiking on this tour with easy access to each of the 5 locations, so this tour is perfect for large families ranging in ALL ages as well as athletic capabilities so that no one needs to be excluded. We have perfectly curated this tour to combine that "outside your comfort zone" sense of adventure without compromising you or your families safety! You are given the opportunity to SAFELY and EFFICIENTLY do some things you may other wise not have the chance to do by licensed and EXTREMELY capable tour guides. However, you will NEVER be forced to do anything you do not wish to do, only encouraged to try something you may not normally do! Safety and detail are what we hold in highest regard on our Waterfall Adventure and you will see what we mean first hand when you book with Paddle 9!

The Adventure Pass is Diamante’s most popular pass allowing guests to “Experience It All” with the perfect combination of Adventure, Nature & Culture at the best value.

The Adventure Pass combines multiple tour options into one outstanding package giving guests the ultimate flexibility to enjoy everything at Diamante at their pace with activities for everyone of all ages.

A Diamante fun-filled day includes a fantastic zip line course with the longest ride times and features a nearly mile-long ocean view line, a 30-foot free fall “Quick Jump” and a Hanging Bridge over Crocodiles. 

The Sanctuary is home to a large variety of Costa Rican animals placed in our care and managed by a team of qualified and dedicated professionals. The Animal Sanctuary is home to frogs, snakes, crocodiles, monkeys, sloths, beautiful birds, butterfly observatory and a variety of cats including pumas and jaguars.

Hike to the Arenal for panoramic views of the volcano, Arenal Lake and the surrounding area. Afterward, enjoy a soak in the hot springs.

A trip to Tamarindo is not complete without a day spent on the ocean, and there is no better way to enjoy the beauty and wonder of the Costa Rican sea than aboard the Blue Dolphin, a 40-foot sailing catamaran. Blue Dolphin is the original sailing tour company in Guanacaste, operating continuously since 2004. Whether you're traveling solo, with family and friends or as part of a large group, the Blue Dolphin crew will make you feel welcome and part of our family, so come aboard, relax and enjoy the ride.

Tours during high season are likely to sell-out, so book early.
Reservation cut-off times:
*morning tours are 5 pm the day prior to the tour.
*afternoon tours are 11:30 am day of tour.

The best all day adventure combo on Rincon de la Vieja Volcano that includes ziplining, horseback riding, river tubing, full lunch, hot springs, and volcanic mud bath.

Ziplining
The course takes you into a steep canyon where you will go down 8 zip line cables, 18 platforms, a rock climbing wall, a hanging bridge, rappel, and a tarzan swing! (wall, rappel & swing optional)

Horseback Riding - 45-minute ride through the forest viewing the local flora and fauna of the volcano

River Tubing - You will have the time of your life bouncing down Rio Negro’s crystal clear and fun rapids in your individual rafting “tube” for over 5 kilometers.

Lunch includes a salad bar, many choices of entrees and sides, dessert bar, fresh juice, coffee and tea. All dietary resctrictions can be accommodated

After lunch you will driven to the Hot Springs & Mud Bath. Surrounded by tropical dry forest, the Río Negro Hot Springs feature ten pools with waters heated naturally by the Rincón de la Vieja Volcano.

BEFORE booking please notice that:

1- Park is closed every Tuesday
2- Park entry is $18.08 (adult) and $5.65 (kids) additional to the price
3- Instructions how to buy your Park tickets ONLINE will be specified in the Viator/TripAdvisor confirmation email, in the tab "Before You Go"
4- If you show up to the tour with NO TICKETS and for some reason the tickets are sold the tour is cancelled with no refund, rescheduling could be an option BUT upon availability
5- If you need transportation from your lodging place please inquiry

SMALL groups GUARANTEED, PRIVATE TOUR is also available!

This knowledgeable and entertaining 100% local tour operator is always looking to provide the best customized tour experiences for visitors to Manuel Antonio

Come and explore the Manuel Antonio National Park with the experts, we are certified and local guides and we are ready for a lifetime experience during your visit to Manuel Antonio, don't miss the chance we are happy to take you and enjoy our office!

Explore the Manuel Antonio National Park and its white-sand beaches on this day trip from San Jose. Enjoy the included breakfast and lunch, and stop to look for crocodiles and scarlet macaws.

The Original Canopy Tour offers Canopy Tour, Rappel, Tarzan Swing and  an exhilarating opportunity to soar through the treetops high above the forest floor on the adventure of a lifetime. Here you will view the jungle life from a perspective previously reserved for a selected group of researchers and photographers. Everything wa designed for your fun but always preserving the forest.

Visit 100% Aventura adventure park, during this 2-hour experience in the Costa Rican rainforest. This combo canopy tour includes the park's most popular attractions: zipline course (10 cables), the Superman (two cables), rope bridge, rappel, buggy ride, and, last but certainly not least, the Mega Tarzan Swing. Select a morning or afternoon departure time when booking.

Enjoy a full-day Rio Celeste tour. Experience the natural beauty of Tenorio Park as you navigate trails that wind through stunning landscapes.

Step off the tourist trail into the safe hands of Shawna and Rod and their incredible team. Every detail is taken care of, meaning you can relax and get into the Pura Vida spirit.

Our award winning tour will take you through the stunning, pristine, primary forest and across the open farm land of this 1300 plus acre private reserve. Surrounded by an amazing array of flora and fauna. A perfect combination of riding, nature exploration, relaxation and fun. A completely unique experience

Discover one of most enthralling nature experiences in Costa Rica during a tour of Manuel Antonio National Park. Spot monkeys, sloths, and toucans in the wild.