Costa Rica Tours & Trips
Few places hit the nature button quite like Costa Rica. Ever dreamed of hiking with views of the Arenal Volcano, or weaving your way through stunning Monteverde Cloud Forest? How about white water-rafting down the imposing Pacuare River, or relaxing on stunning Samara Beach? Head to San Jose and soak up the culture while trying mouthwatering dishes. Costa Rica is where adventure meets culture.
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Leigh • traveled in February, 2026
There was one disappointing event. Our last day guided hike Manuel Antonio National Park disappeared from our itinerary on the Travel Key App, so we missed this tour as we were not ready for pickup. I did check the night before this tour and it did not appear on the App so we assumed that it was cancelled. Very disappointing!!! We should at least get a refund for this proposed tour for Feb 18
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George • traveled in January, 2026
Organization was great. Transport always on time and super friendly. Rafting and Horseback riding were fantastic.
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Shiela • traveled in February, 2026
Overall the tour was enjoyable. The maximum number of participants (16) made the travel and excursions more cumbersome than other tours I have been on. The tour guide was very accommodating and easy going. I was disappointed in the wildlife and nature excursions. They were definitely underwhelming and too crowded. The action type activities (zip lining and river rafting) were great. The accommodations were quite comfortable except for the first night. That place was definitely substandard to what I’ve experienced on tours of this kind. All in all another experience and great memory of the Costa Rican people and country.
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Essential Costa Rica - Package with Manuel Antonio National Park
139 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“All parts of CR were beautiful in unique ways. Totally recommend the tour.”
Lucinda, traveled in March
Costa Rica's premier destinations await - from Tortuguero's turtle nesting beaches to Arenal Volcano's hot springs. Guests stay at Pachira Lodge, walk Monteverde Cloud Forest's hanging bridges, and visit Manuel Antonio National Park's wildlife-rich trails. Includes 9 breakfasts and specialized naturalist guides.
Duration 10 days Destinations San Jose, Tortuguero National Park, Arenal Volcano National Park, Monteverde, Manuel Antonio National Park Age Range Ages 10+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator Destination Services Costa Rica From $1,975
10% Off- US$1,778You save $198
Raft, Hike and Explore Costa Rica
32 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Awesome organization of transportation and activities.”
Brenda, traveled in March
Adrenaline meets natural wonder on Costa Rica's premier adventure tour. Class 3-4 rapids on Pacuare River, Arenal Volcano's thermal springs, and Monteverde Cloud Forest's zip-lines create excitement. Country Inn San Jose, Arenal Montechiari Hotel, and Monteverde Country Lodge offer daily breakfast.
Duration 7 days Destinations San Jose, Arenal Volcano National Park, Monteverde Age Range Ages 12+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator Green World Adventures From $1,595
10% Off- US$1,436You save $160
Costa Rica Quest
212 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This was a great tour to get to see and experience. A lot of the highlights, both cultural and scenic that Costa Rica has to offer!”
Elisabeth, traveled in May
Costa Rica unfolds from Arenal Volcano to Manuel Antonio National Park's beaches. Nighttime walks illuminate the cloud forest, while Mi Cafecito Coffee Plantation reveals local culture. Distinctive properties like Hotel Historias Lodge serve as bases for guided tours with private transportation.
Duration 9 days Destinations San Jose, La Fortuna, Arenal Volcano National Park, Monteverde, Manuel Antonio National Park Age Range Ages 12+ Operator G Adventures From $1,319
20% Off- US$1,055You save $264
Costa Rica Family Vacations
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Wonderful experience, our accommodation were very comfortable.”
Salena, traveled in June
Natural wonders abound from Arenal Volcano's hanging bridges to Tambor's pristine beaches. Cool waters await at La Fortuna Waterfall, while Arenal National Park's trails lead to adventure. Snorkeling at Tortuga Island's reefs rounds out this package, costing around $2,000 with 4-star lodging.
Duration 6 days Destinations San Jose, Arenal Volcano National Park, Tambor Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Operator Green World Adventures From
20% Off- US$2,259
Costa Rica Classic 12 Day - One Life Adventures
69 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“From volcanoes and the cloud forest to the beach, I got to experience many beautiful and completely different places.”
Pia, traveled in February
Costa Rica's biodiversity spans from Poás Volcano to Manuel Antonio National Park. Visit 6 destinations over 12 days, including sloth encounters at Proyecto Asis Wildlife Centre and night safaris in Monteverde Cloud Forest. Includes eco-lodge stays, traditional cooking classes, and Pacific kayaking for approx. $150 daily.
Duration 12 days Destinations San Jose, Poas Volcano National Park, Sarapiquí, La Fortuna, Monteverde, Playa Santa Teresa, Manuel Antonio National Park Age Range Ages 18-59 Operator One Life Adventures From $2,475
15% Off- US$2,104You save $371
Costa Rica Adventure
575 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Her energy and smile is so contagious. She's an absolute asset to tru travels!”
Pri, traveled in April
This 10-day Costa Rican odyssey, rated 4.8/5 by 600+ travelers, winds from San Jose through La Fortuna's hot springs, Monteverde's cloud forests, and Santa Teresa's beaches. Local homestays, night wildlife safaris, and cloud forest ziplining create memories for around $1,900.
Duration 10 days Destinations San Jose, La Fortuna, Monteverde, Playa Santa Teresa, Montezuma, Cabuya Age Range Ages 18-39 Operator TruTravels From $1,750
20% Off- US$1,400You save $350
Costa Rica Family Experience
9 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We had tons of fun visiting waterfalls, soaking in hot spring pools, kayaking in Lake Arenal.”
Jie, traveled in December
Family adventures blend nature at Manuel Antonio National Park and Monteverde Cloud Forest with paddleboarding on Lake Arenal and rainforest night walks. The package includes 8 nights in hotels, guided hikes, and local experiences like tortilla-making in La Fortuna.
Duration 9 days Destinations San Jose, La Fortuna, Arenal Volcano National Park, Monteverde, Manuel Antonio National Park Age Range Ages 6+ Operator G Adventures From $2,199
25% Off- US$1,649You save $550
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- Spring 2026
Spring offers ideal conditions for nature tours combining Tortuguero's waterways with mountain experiences. Early boat rides let you watch river otters and manatees while morning mist rises from the water. Many guests pick tours mixing volcanic areas with beach time - you'll relax in Tabacón's mineral pools before heading to Tamarindo's surf spots. The spring shoulder season means fewer people on Tenorio Volcano's blue river trails and Mistico Park's hanging bridges. Our local guides are really good at finding tree frogs, tropical birds and also three-toed sloths along forest paths.
- March 2026 225 tours
- April 2026 popular 246 tours
- 238 tours
- Summer 2026
Summer brings out Costa Rica's green landscapes and cultural life. Popular routes begin at San José's local markets, then head to Sarchi's craft workshops and La Fortuna's activity hub. The afternoon rains actually create great conditions for rafting and canyoning. Many guests love our Monteverde night walks where guides find sleeping birds, active sloths and also rare nocturnal animals. The warm weather works well for mixing forest hikes with beach time - from July through September you'll see nesting sea turtles in Tortuguero before visiting Manuel Antonio's quiet bays.
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- July 2026 popular 254 tours
- August 2026 252 tours
- Fall / Autumn 2026
Fall is prime time for seeing wildlife across different terrains. Our most popular routes include Corcovado's rainforest trails where guests often see scarlet macaws, spider monkeys and coatis. Many tours combine Arenal volcano views with boat trips through Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge, known for excellent bird watching. Fall timing works perfectly for coffee plantation visits in Monteverde, where you'll see traditional processing and try fresh roasts. Several trips include time in Osa Peninsula's quiet beaches for snorkeling with tropical fish, whale watching and also seeing sea turtle hatchlings between September and December.
- 244 tours
- popular 257 tours
- November 2026 241 tours
- Winter 2026 / 2027
Winter in Costa Rica really shines with wildlife and thermal springs. Our most-booked routes mix time at Arenal's volcanic hot springs with guided walks in Monteverde Cloud Forest, where our travelers regularly spot quetzals and sloths hanging in the misty canopy. The cool weather makes hiking especially nice - you'll walk Manuel Antonio's paths seeing capuchin monkeys, toucans and also tropical birds before heading to white sand beaches. Many guests stay with local families in Santa Rosa de Pocosol to learn traditional cooking and help with daily farm work. The dry season creates perfect conditions for waterfall rappelling near La Fortuna and ziplining through Monteverde's forest canopy.
- December 2026 popular 196 tours
- January 2027 152 tours
- February 2027 148 tours
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