Arenal Volcano and Thermal Hot Springs from San Jose
Your adventure begins in the picturesque town of Sarchí, recognised as the artisan heart of Costa Rica. Discover family workshops where master craftsmen create colourful hand-painted oxcarts, wooden furniture, and souvenirs reflecting generations of tradition.
Next, travel through Costa Rica's fertile countryside of vast pineapple, mango, and banana farms and traditional cattle farms. Arrive in La Fortuna for a typical lunch at a restaurant with panoramic views of Arenal Volcano. This iconic 1,633-meter-tall volcano dominates the horizon and defines the region's landscape.
After lunch, immerse yourself in a unique thermal experience. The La Fortuna area is world-renowned for its natural hot springs, heated by Arenal Volcano's geothermal activity. Many pools are connected by small waterfalls and thermal water slides for a complete sensory adventure.
Finish your day with a delicious dinner while contemplating Arenal's silhouette against the sunset sky before returning to San José.
Duration: 13 hours
- Free cancellation
San Jose Walking Nature Tour: Sloths, Birds and Trees
You will absolutely love San José after this experience. Guided by young biologists you will discover nature hiding in the middle of Costa Rica's largest city. You will get to experience with all your senses, wildlife you wouldn't have imagined existed minutes away from downtown. We are an organization called Oropopo Experience, looking to change the way tourism is done in Costa Rica while supporting young scientists, researchers, and local entrepreneurs.
Additional notes:
** From May to November we recommend booking the morning slot, however, afternoons are also great.
• The only San Jose walking nature tour.
• Explore one of the last green patches inside the city on foot with a local biologist.
• See, smell, taste, touch, and listen to nature.
• Find colorful birds, edible plants, and a wild sloth population on campus.
• A percentage of the earnings goes to Funga Conservation, a non-profit foundation.
• Small-group tour with a maximum of 10 people ensures an intimate experience
Duration: 2 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
4 Days Tour Costa Rica: Tortuguero, Arenal, Monteverde, M Antonio
One of Costa Rica's most popular eco-tourism destinations, The Rio Celeste Waterfall at Tenorio Volcano Park are abundant with exciting plant and wildlife species. Venture out of the city and explore the park, looking out as you go.
Hike in one of the most spectacular destinations in Costa Rica, the Arenal Volcano! As the most active volcano in the country, don't be surprised if you hear a crackling noise or smoke coming out of its mouth.
Manuel Antonio National park tour provides a perfect combination of nature, wildlife and pristine beaches. Explore the Manuel Antonio National Park on foot, and before ... just relax and sunbathe on the beach during this spectacular trip.
Important: Minimum person to operate the tour is two people per booking
You can request a change for another destination during day one available Rio Celeste (Tenorio Volcano)
Manuel Antonio entry for Booking with cancellation of 24 hours before start the tour please contact us.
3 Nights Accommodation
Duration: 4 days
- Free cancellation
Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose
Explore the world famous Manuel Antonio National Park on this full day tour from San Jose. Enjoy some of the most beautiful white sand beaches of Costa Rica and discover the abundant wildlife at the rainforest trails of the park, like monkeys, sloths, agoutis, iguanas, exotic birds and others. Stop on the way to Manuel Antonio at the crocodile bridge; at the town of Tarcoles to search for scarlet macaws in their natural habitat; and at the Jaco Beach look-out point to explore a little of the most popular beach town of Costa Rica.
Duration: 12 hours
- Free cancellation
San Jose : Night Tica Gastronomy and Folk Dance in Costa Rica
Experience an authentic night in the heart of Costa Rica. Enjoy a vibrant show that will take you through the traditions and culture tica, accompanied by live music, typical dances and a festive atmosphere. Immerse yourself in an experience where the color, joy and flavor of our land come together to offer you an unforgettable night. Ideal for those who want to feel the soul of Costa Rica and discover the essence of its people.
Duration: 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Skip the line
San Jose Walking and Bus City Tour
This city tour provides a bird’s eye view of San Jose enhanced with an authentic cultural experience with on-board folkloric music. The tour includes guided city walks in important historic landmarks like the National Theater, the National Monument and San Jose’s Central Market, Gold Museum and others. It is also important to mention that our tour has been declared of “cultural interest” by the Ministry of Culture of Costa Rica.
Duration: 5 hours
- Free cancellation
Small Group Cultural Walking Tour in San Jose Costa Rica
As you explore this enchanting city, you'll discover a perfect blend of old-world charm and modern vibrancy.
Our knowledgeable guides will lead you through the streets, sharing captivating histories and transporting you back in time. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of the National Theater, a true masterpiece showcasing artistic brilliance. Admire its neoclassical façade, intricate details, and breathtaking murals that bring the culture to life.
Prepare to be amazed at the Central Market, a bustling hub where vibrant colors, aromatic scents, and lively sounds come together. Indulge your taste buds with local delicacies and tropical fruits that will transport you to paradise.
Allow us to be your guide, your storyteller, and your companion as we unlock the secrets of this mesmerizing destination. Book your tour today. San Jose is waiting to capture your heart!
Duration: 3 hours
- Free cancellation
Shared Shuttle from San Jose City or Airport to La Fortuna (PM)
Travel from San Jose to La Fortuna, home of the stunning Arenal Volcano, with this shared shuttle service. In just about 2.5 hours, or up to 3 hours depending on traffic, enjoy a comfortable journey accompanied by experienced and friendly drivers. The shuttle departs from either San Jose City (13:30) or Juan Santa Maria Airport (14:30), making it a convenient option for all travelers. Relax and soak in the rich landscapes of Costa Rica as you head towards one of the country’s most iconic destinations. Perfect for budget-conscious adventurers and families alike, this service guarantees a hassle-free transfer with great value.
- Affordable rates starting at just $44 for adults
- Departures from San Jose Airport and downtown at convenient times
- Spacious vehicles equipped with comfortable seats and Wi-Fi
- Bilingual drivers ensuring a smooth and friendly ride
Duration: 3 hours
- Free cancellation
Volcano, Waterfalls, Zipline, Hot Springs Full Day Tour
Discover many beautiful attractions of Costa Rica on this Combo Tour from San Jose. Fly over the Rainforest Canopy on a zip lining course and rappel down 50 meters (150 feet). Visit 2 beautiful waterfalls in the Rainforest; admire wildlife of Costa Rica at the exotic birds’ viewing point and the Iguanas Center. Learn about coffee of Costa Rica and taste the delicious local cuisine. Participate of a native tribe presentation. Relax in thermal mineral hot springs pools at the base of Arenal Volcano. Lunch and dinner are included.
Duration: 14 hours
- Free cancellation
La Fortuna Zipline and Volcano Hike with Thermal River
Embark on a full day of adventure and relaxation in La Fortuna. Start with an exhilarating zipline tour featuring 9 cables and 10 platforms, offering stunning vistas of Arenal Volcano and Cerro Chato. Follow this with a guided hike through Parque Ecológico Volcán Arenal's scenic trails, perfect for active travelers eager to explore Costa Rica's diverse ecosystem. Conclude your day by unwinding in a natural thermal river, soaking in warm waters surrounded by lush nature. This combo tour includes transportation, certified guides, a traditional lunch, and all necessary equipment for a truly memorable experience.
- Enjoy a full day of adventure with ziplining, hiking, and thermal relaxation
- Zip across 9 cables, with lengths from 80 to 550 meters, perfect for all experience levels
- Hike on moderate trails in Parque Ecológico Volcán Arenal while learning about the ecosystem
- Relax for 40 minutes in a natural thermal river, ideal for rejuvenation after your activities
Duration: 7 hours
- Free cancellation
3 hours of Longest & Highest Extreme Zipline in Monteverde
Included at no extra cost:
- 9 regular ziplines,
- 2 superman ziplines,
- 1 hammock bridge,
- 1 rappel
- 1 mega Tarzan swing
-Safety gear and insurance
- The maximum weight for a person to participate in the canopy tour is 253 pounds (115kgs) and it is necessary that the harness fits properly
-The maximum weight for a person to participate in the Superman, Rappel and Tarzan Swing activities is 220 pounds (100kgs), and it is necessary that the harness fits properly
-The minimum weight required is 110 pounds (50kgs).
You will experience a fairly intensive hike between each cable, so please be prepared.
Duration: 3 hours
Day Trip from San Jose to Arenal Hanging Bridges & Baldi Hot Springs Resort
Unforgettable experience...!! Be amazed by the volcanic colossus of Arenal, though it has not erupted recently, this cinder cone on the Costa Rican skyline is considered one of the world's most active volcanoes. Also, visit The Arenal Hanging Bridges (Mistico Park) a series of suspension bridges in the Volcan Arenal National Park area, offering views of Lake Arenal and Volcan Arenal, finally soak up in the thermal benefits in the mineral-rich waters at Baldi hot Springs Resort & Spa
Duration: 13 hours
- Free cancellation
Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner
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.
Duration: 14 hours
- Free cancellation
- Skip the line
Private One Way Transfer from San José (Airport SJO) to Manuel Antonio, Quepos
Please give us the pickup time for your transfer.
As well, please give us the number of people for the transfer and very importantly the number of flight landing to CR.
*Special note: The price is set for 4 people (every additional person after 4 is $10 per person).
Enjoy a pleasant and safe drive with a professional transfer service. This is a three hours drive and our driver can stop at any place a long the route for you to enjoy some of the strategic areas, such like the Tarcoles River where you can easily observe the amazing large crocodiles from the bridge and take pictures of them, you can also stop at typical restaurants or souvenir stores (no additional charges).
Our vans have wifi and our driver will take a cooler with cold bottle waters.
Even if you wan to arrange a tour during you activity. Then we would be happy to accomodate it for you.
Duration: 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
Chocolate Making and Tasting at a Local Factory in San José
In the hands of experts you will discover in an entertaining way the entire process of cocoa to become chocolate, you will also receive all the supplies to manufacture and carry your own personalized chocolates.
Duration: 2 hours
- Free cancellation
Caribbean Costa Rica: 5-Day Tour with Tortuguero National Park and Puerto Viejo
Our eco experience begins on the Caribbean side of Costa Rica, in wildlife-rich Tortuguero National Park, known as Costa Rica’s “little Amazon”, here you stay three days two nights in the village with a private nature guide. Enjoy a local boat tour through the rainforests backwaters canals and look for tropical animals such as monkeys, caimans, colorful birds and green iguanas. Then continue to the south Caribbean beaches. Cahuita is a village on Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast, near the border with Panama. It's a gateway to Cahuita National Park, which has coral reefs and the white-sand beach of Playa Blanca.
Included:
2 Nights in Tortuguero National Park
2 Nights in Puerto Viejo Beach
Meals as per itinerary (5 Breakfast - 4 lunches - 2 dinner)
Professional Bilingual guide
Comfortable air conditioning transportation throughout the itinerary
Excursions as as detailed on itinerary - All taxes
Duration: 5 days
- Skip the line
Two-Day Rafting Tour on the Pacuare River Transportation included
DAY 1
After picking you up early in the morning at your hotel in San José we head to the first capital of the country, Cartago. Typical breakfast before starting the adventure of class III and IV rapids.
Lunch will be on the river bank or at the camp, buffet style before arriving at the camp where you can explore the treasures of the forest.
In the evening, enjoy a pre-dinner Happy Hour by candlelight. A couple of drinks and "mouths" should open your palate for the delicious menu and glasses of wine with which you will close the first day of your trip through the Pacuare.
DAY 2
On the second day, wake up to the song of the river and a delicious fresh coffee that will be waiting for you with breakfast.
At the end you will be able to change before heading back to San Jose where we will return you to your hotel in San Jose around 6:00 pm.
Duration: 2 days
- Free cancellation
Tortuguero National Park and Canals Day Trip from San Jose
This enchanted and secluded park is the save heaven of many different species of while life not only native of Costa Rica, but to the Americas. Travelling through the waters of the hidden lagoons and canals as the flowering vine covered trees blend in with their own water reflection we will have the unique experience of observing as close as possible several species of flora and fauna. It is easy to observe several species of crocodiles, toucan, monkeys, slots, macaws, iguanas and some others. Among such species we find the majestic green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) which has in Tortuguero 21 miles of beach to nest in (July to October); the largest nesting site of the western hemisphere. Tortuguero is considered the most important nesting site on the western half of the caribbean for the green turtle that comes to the beach to nest every year. . Please note that the nesting tour only takes place at night and you will not see turtles nesting on the beach during this one day tour.
Duration: 12 hr 30 min
- Free cancellation
Arenal : Suspension Bridges + Hot Springs + Falls from San Jose
Experience the best of Arenal in one day, without complications.
Escape from San Jose and immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience: jungle, waterfalls, wildlife and hot springs on a tour designed to take advantage of every minute.
Start with the imposing La Fortuna Falls, a natural gem over 70 meters high. Go down a trail surrounded by jungle to its base and cool off in its crystal clear waters.
Then, explore the rainforest from the heights on the Arenal Suspension Bridges. Walk among the treetops and discover monkeys, toucans and sloths in freedom.
To close with a golden snap, relax in an exclusive hot spring spa, surrounded by greenery and with direct views of the majestic Arenal Volcano.
All inclusive: comfortable transportation, entrance fees, expert guide and food. Just book and enjoy.
Book today and transform an ordinary day into an extraordinary adventure, excellent value for money.
Duration: 12 hours
- Free cancellation
10 Nights and 11 Days – Beaches of Charm
Discover Costa Rica through a 10-night and 11-day experience that combines exuberant nature, culture, adventure, and relaxation in some of the country's most fascinating destinations. The tour starts in San José and continues to Tortuguero, known as the small "Amazon" of Costa Rica, where the tropical forests and abundant wildlife create a unique setting; subsequently, it ventures into South Caribbean to enjoy its tropical essence and Afro-Caribbean cultural richness. The adventure continues in Arenal, with the imposing presence of the Arenal Volcano and the scenic beauty of La Fortuna Waterfall, before ending on the paradisiacal beaches of Manuel Antonio or Punta Leona, where nature and relaxation meet in a privileged setting. A carefully designed program to discover the diversity of Costa Rica, from its jungles and volcanoes to its beaches and cultures, enjoying authentic and memorable experiences throughout the trip.
Duration: 11 days
San Jose By Night: Farm to Table Dinner & Cocktail Class
A complete evening in one unforgettable experience! More than a typical food tour, this night out combines an authentic local vibe, a short historical walk, an interactive cocktail workshop, and a live Chef’s Table culinary experience. As you learn to mix iconic Costa Rican drinks, the chef will prepare delicious traditional bocas (Costa Rican tapas)—including pollo caribeño, crispy patacones, and savory enyucados—right before your eyes, serving them perfectly paired with every drink you make. You’ll also get hands-on by making your own Empanada Arreglada You aren't just making a snack; you're diving into local culinary traditions!, and mastering local drinks like the Morenito, more than just a drink, this delicious coffee-based cocktail is a tribute to Costa Rica’s world-famous coffee culture, Mojito de Cas, a refreshing Classic Michelada, and famous and legendary Chiliguaro, a slightly spicy, savory local favorite that is an absolute must-try in Costa Rica!
Duration: 4 hours
- Free cancellation
Quetzales Route: Naturalist Exploration in the Cloud Forest
The Quetzales route takes us to Los Quetzales National Park to explore one of the country's most fascinating ecosystems: the cloud forest. Accompanied by a naturalist guide, we will traverse its trails interpreting the forest from a holistic perspective: its flora, birds, adaptations, ecological interactions, and the altitude and humidity conditions that shape this unique ecosystem.
The experience extends to Dota and points of interest in the páramo and high-altitude forests, revealing different landscapes and ecosystems of the region.
The resplendent quetzal (Pharomachrus mocinno) gives its name to our experience. We will tour territories that are part of its natural habitat, where each day offers a new opportunity to discover it in the wild.
With small groups and specialized interpretation, discover the cloud forest, the páramo, and the high-altitude landscapes of Costa Rica: an experience to observe, understand, and connect with nature.
Duration: 10–12 hours
- Free cancellation
Private Manuel Antonio National Park Tour from San José
Enjoy a private tour to Manuel Antonio National Park from San José with a naturalist guide and professional photographer. Includes high-quality photos, drone videos, private transport, and time to relax at Espadilla Beach. Support local businesses and travel stress-free.
Duration: 10–12 hours
- Likely to sell out
- Private tour
Premium Adventure from San Jose Arenal Volcano Waterfall and Thermal
This is not just any excursion: it is a premium adventure, designed for those who value comfort and authentic experiences. More than a tour, it is an intimate trip through the natural wonders of Costa Rica.
Super-small groups and premium transport guarantee you comfort, flexibility and personalized attention throughout the tour.
We observe lava pourings, stop at hidden viewpoints and explore the legacy of the imposing Arenal Volcano.
We stop at local places: postcard waterfalls and hidden viewpoints, where you will try typical fruits and dishes (meals not included so you have freedom of choice).
We enjoy everything from a hidden river of hot water to the thermal pools of a resort with excellent amenities.
️ Our guide not only knows the route, he lives it. Natural, attentive and close narrator, because in a world full of generic tours, this trip feels like with a local friend who wants to show you the best of his land.
Duration: 10–12 hours
- Free cancellation