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All Inclusive Catamaran Eco Adventure from Manuel Antonio

Cruise along the Manuel Antonio National Park coastline on this family-friendly 3.5-hour catamaran adventure. Snorkel and swim in the warm tropical waters of Bahia Biezans, …More

Quepos, Costa Rica
4.7 (573)

All Inclusive Catamaran Eco Adventure from Manuel Antonio

Cruise along the Manuel Antonio National Park coastline on this family-friendly 3.5-hour catamaran adventure. Snorkel and swim in the warm tropical waters of Bahia Biezans,...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (573)
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$86
Waterfall Ziplining & Canyoning

Experience more than 10 exciting elements in 1 mind blowing adventure! Immerse yourself in this magnificent property located in the heart of Costa Rica’s protected …More

Quepos, Costa Rica
5.0 (821)

Waterfall Ziplining & Canyoning

Experience more than 10 exciting elements in 1 mind blowing adventure! Immerse yourself in this magnificent property located in the heart of Costa Rica’s protected...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (821)
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$168
Manuel Antonio National Park Wildlife Tour

Our job is the best in the World! We show people not only some of the most amazing landscapes in Costa Rica, but we get …More

Quepos, Costa Rica
4.8 (618)

Manuel Antonio National Park Wildlife Tour

Our job is the best in the World! We show people not only some of the most amazing landscapes in Costa Rica, but we get...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (618)
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$69
San Jose By Night: Sights & Culture Tour with Local Dinner

Delicious Costa Rican food and drink .Oh, we need to say more? Alright, well, there’s also a ton of culture and history, a tasty local …More

San Jose, Costa Rica
4.6 (246)

San Jose By Night: Sights & Culture Tour with Local Dinner

Delicious Costa Rican food and drink .Oh, we need to say more? Alright, well, there’s also a ton of culture and history, a tasty local...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.6 (246)
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$76
Timarouba Catamaran Sunset Cruise with Open Bar Lunch& Snorkeling

The Ti Marouba is a catamaran specifically designed to be the ultimate in day charters. Moored in the bay off Playa Tamarindo in Guanacaste, Costa …More

Tamarindo, Costa Rica
4.6 (450)

Timarouba Catamaran Sunset Cruise with Open Bar Lunch& Snorkeling

The Ti Marouba is a catamaran specifically designed to be the ultimate in day charters. Moored in the bay off Playa Tamarindo in Guanacaste, Costa...

5 hours Free Cancellation
4.6 (450)
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$97
Half-Day San Jose Evening Bus Tour with Dinner and Pickup

This 5-hour evening tour will begin with pick you up at your hotel, our personalized city tour provides a bird’s eye view of San Jose …More

San Antonio De Belen, Costa Rica
4.2 (101)

Half-Day San Jose Evening Bus Tour with Dinner and Pickup

This 5-hour evening tour will begin with pick you up at your hotel, our personalized city tour provides a bird’s eye view of San Jose...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.2 (101)
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$80
Night Turtle Nesting Tour from Tamarindo

On this Tamarindo Turtle Nesting tour, you will have the rare chance to see Olive Ridley and Green Pacific sea turtles, dig their nests, lay …More

Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
4.4 (188)

Night Turtle Nesting Tour from Tamarindo

On this Tamarindo Turtle Nesting tour, you will have the rare chance to see Olive Ridley and Green Pacific sea turtles, dig their nests, lay...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.4 (188)
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$46
Arenal Hanging Bridges Hiking Tour

The Hanging Bridges Forest Reserve covers an area of 243 hectares (600 acres) of protected forest. This adventure is ideal for those who want to …More

La Fortuna, Costa Rica
4.7 (68)

Arenal Hanging Bridges Hiking Tour

The Hanging Bridges Forest Reserve covers an area of 243 hectares (600 acres) of protected forest. This adventure is ideal for those who want to...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (68)
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$67
Small Group Sunset Sail for the Sophisticated Traveler

Our Lucky 13 charters are great for smaller groups looking to escape the "booze-cruise". We only take up to 13 people on our spacious 50 …More

Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica
5.0 (225)

Small Group Sunset Sail for the Sophisticated Traveler

Our Lucky 13 charters are great for smaller groups looking to escape the "booze-cruise". We only take up to 13 people on our spacious 50...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (225)
from
$160
Afternoon Arenal Volcano Tour & Natural Hot Springs River

Spend your afternoon exploring two of La Fortuna’s most iconic experiences—Arenal Volcano and its rejuvenating natural hot springs. Begin your journey with a guided hike …More

La Fortuna, Costa Rica
4.8 (252)

Afternoon Arenal Volcano Tour & Natural Hot Springs River

Spend your afternoon exploring two of La Fortuna’s most iconic experiences—Arenal Volcano and its rejuvenating natural hot springs. Begin your journey with a guided hike...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (252)
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$54
Jaco Sunset Cruise to Playa Fantasia

Our Jaco sunset cruise takes you on a unique experience at Playa Fantasia. Playa Fantasia is a beach that is a secret hidden gem, left …More

Jaco, Costa Rica
4.9 (191)

Jaco Sunset Cruise to Playa Fantasia

Our Jaco sunset cruise takes you on a unique experience at Playa Fantasia. Playa Fantasia is a beach that is a secret hidden gem, left...

4 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (191)
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$159
Morning Arenal Volcano Hike, Lunch & Natural Hot Springs River

SStart your day with an exhilarating adventure in La Fortuna! This tour kicks off with a guided hike around the Arenal Volcano, where you’ll explore …More

La Fortuna, Costa Rica
4.8 (218)

Morning Arenal Volcano Hike, Lunch & Natural Hot Springs River

SStart your day with an exhilarating adventure in La Fortuna! This tour kicks off with a guided hike around the Arenal Volcano, where you’ll explore...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (218)
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$62
Arenal Volcano Guided Hike, Hot Springs Optional

The tour takes place in the northwestern region of the Arenal Volcano, the site of one of the most significant eruptions ever recorded in Costa …More

La Fortuna, Costa Rica
4.8 (125)

Arenal Volcano Guided Hike, Hot Springs Optional

The tour takes place in the northwestern region of the Arenal Volcano, the site of one of the most significant eruptions ever recorded in Costa...

2 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (125)
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$79
Deluxe Private Manuel Antonio Park Tour

The tour is completely PRIVATE. Manuel Antonio Park is considered to be one of the most diverse habitats in the world. The high number of …More

Quepos, Costa Rica
5.0 (541)

Deluxe Private Manuel Antonio Park Tour

The tour is completely PRIVATE. Manuel Antonio Park is considered to be one of the most diverse habitats in the world. The high number of...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (541)
from
$95
San Jose on Foot: Market Food Delights and City Sights Tour

Learn about local life in San Jose through its architecture, history and food. This 3-hour walking tour shows you the typical lifestyle of the capital …More

San Jose, Costa Rica
4.8 (215)

San Jose on Foot: Market Food Delights and City Sights Tour

Learn about local life in San Jose through its architecture, history and food. This 3-hour walking tour shows you the typical lifestyle of the capital...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (215)
from
$46
Puntarenas Shore Excursion: Rainforest Skywalk & Tarcoles River

This is a premium 5-6-hour shore excursion meticulously designed for cruise passengers. It combines exploring Costa Rica's lush rainforest canopy from above with witnessing the …More

Puntarenas, Costa Rica
4.6 (134)

Puntarenas Shore Excursion: Rainforest Skywalk & Tarcoles River

This is a premium 5-6-hour shore excursion meticulously designed for cruise passengers. It combines exploring Costa Rica's lush rainforest canopy from above with witnessing the...

5 hours Free Cancellation
4.6 (134)
from
$125
Private Natural History Walk by Pasión Costa Rica

A private tour with a seasoned guide is the best way to make the most of your time in Monteverde at either the Monteverde Reserve …More

Monteverde, Costa Rica
5.0 (146)

Private Natural History Walk by Pasión Costa Rica

A private tour with a seasoned guide is the best way to make the most of your time in Monteverde at either the Monteverde Reserve...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (146)
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$29
Rainforest Night Walk in La Fortuna with Authentic Dinner

This tour is ideal for those who want to take advantage of every minute in Costa Rica, discovering some of the country’s nocturnal wonders in …More

La Fortuna, Costa Rica
4.8 (190)

Rainforest Night Walk in La Fortuna with Authentic Dinner

This tour is ideal for those who want to take advantage of every minute in Costa Rica, discovering some of the country’s nocturnal wonders in...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (190)
from
$92
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 …More

San Antonio De Belen, Costa Rica
4.5 (333)

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...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.5 (333)
from
$80
Magic of the rainforest

Our tours are the most easy inexpensive private way to customize your tours offering safety and comfort. We let you suggest modifications to ower tours …More

Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
5.0 (99)

Magic of the rainforest

Our tours are the most easy inexpensive private way to customize your tours offering safety and comfort. We let you suggest modifications to ower tours...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (99)
from
$450

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