Top Costa Rica Outdoor Activities

Q: I need a ride! Which Costa Rica Outdoor Activities have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These Costa Rica Outdoor Activities include Hotel Pickup: Authentic Coffee and Chocolate Tour at North Fields All Inclusive Catamaran Eco Adventure from Manuel Antonio Tamarindo Estuary Boat Safari Manuel Antonio Canopy Tour - Longest Twin Zip Line in Central America Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth Sanctuary & Llanos de Cortes Waterfall Tour View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

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Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Costa Rica?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in Costa Rica are: Costa Rica Outdoor Activities Costa Rica Luxury & Special Occasions Costa Rica Luxury Tours Costa Rica Tours & Sightseeing Costa Rica Hiking & Camping View all tour styles in Costa Rica →

Manuel Antonio with Mauro / Tickets not Included!

- DONT BOOK THIS TOUR WITHOUT HAVING YOUR PARK TICKETS FIRST OR WITHOUT CHECKING OUT THEIR AVAILABILITY DURING DEC, JAN, FEB, MAR AND APRIL. - …More

Quepos, Costa Rica

5.0 (203)

Manuel Antonio with Mauro / Tickets not Included!

- DONT BOOK THIS TOUR WITHOUT HAVING YOUR PARK TICKETS FIRST OR WITHOUT CHECKING OUT THEIR AVAILABILITY DURING DEC, JAN, FEB, MAR AND APRIL. -...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (203)

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$30

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

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)

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$95

Learning how Fun surfing can be for all ages. Visiting the best surf spot in all of Costa Rica for learning …More

Jaco, Costa Rica

5.0 (491)

Surf Lessons with Pro Team in Jacó

Learning how Fun surfing can be for all ages. Visiting the best surf spot in all of Costa Rica for learning...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (491)

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$49

Palo Verde Boat Tours® is a family-owned company with over 34 years of experience in rural and nature tourism in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Enjoy an …More

4.9 (426)

Palo Verde Boat Tours, Ortega

Palo Verde Boat Tours® is a family-owned company with over 34 years of experience in rural and nature tourism in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Enjoy an...

3 hours 10 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (426)

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$69

Monteverde Hanging Bridges Day Trip from San Jose

Explore the lush Cloud Forest of Costa Rica on this Monteverde Day Trip from San Jose. Hike on the best hanging bridges of the country …More

San Antonio De Belen, Costa Rica

4.8 (181)

Monteverde Hanging Bridges Day Trip from San Jose

Explore the lush Cloud Forest of Costa Rica on this Monteverde Day Trip from San Jose. Hike on the best hanging bridges of the country...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (181)

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$229

Is a great fishing trip, our boats running great on the water and we do the best of us to make you pass a great …More

Santa Teresa, Costa Rica

4.8 (52)

Inshore Fishing trip in Santa Teresa

Is a great fishing trip, our boats running great on the water and we do the best of us to make you pass a great...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (52)

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$360

Chocolate Tour Standard #1: Transportation included without lunch

We offer more than just chocolate, Firstly, the chocolate tour begins with the cultural and biological background of cacao in Costa Rica. It further introduces …More

Quepos, Costa Rica

5.0 (1,122)

Chocolate Tour Standard #1: Transportation included without lunch

We offer more than just chocolate, Firstly, the chocolate tour begins with the cultural and biological background of cacao in Costa Rica. It further introduces...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (1,122)

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$59

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 (135)

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 (135)

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$125

Enjoy many different activities in one day for one price this place called Buena Vista is located in the slope of the Rincón de la …More

Liberia, Costa Rica

4.9 (120)

Mega Combo / All Day Adventure

Enjoy many different activities in one day for one price this place called Buena Vista is located in the slope of the Rincón de la...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (120)

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$220

Our Jungle Night Tour is an educational and informative experience, our small groups and personalized attention is what sets us apart from most other local …More

Quepos, Costa Rica

4.8 (120)

All-Inclusive Jungle Night Tour

Our Jungle Night Tour is an educational and informative experience, our small groups and personalized attention is what sets us apart from most other local...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (120)

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$59

Bijagua is a unique town in a privileged location. We have access for this tour limited to a certain number of people per day so …More

La Fortuna, Costa Rica

4.8 (109)

Rainforest Secrets & Wildlife Adventure

Bijagua is a unique town in a privileged location. We have access for this tour limited to a certain number of people per day so...

1 to 2 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (109)

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$30

Monteverde Night Tour with a Certified Tour Guide (6 PM or 8 PM)

Our certified Tour Guides are locals who've lived in Monteverde all their life. They've visited the Monteverde Night Tour trail system thousands of times, and …More

Monteverde, Costa Rica

4.3 (100)

Monteverde Night Tour with a Certified Tour Guide (6 PM or 8 PM)

Our certified Tour Guides are locals who've lived in Monteverde all their life. They've visited the Monteverde Night Tour trail system thousands of times, and...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.3 (100)

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$55

Manuel Antonio National Park: Ticket Include Private & Group Tour

Looking to spot wildlife and enjoy an unforgettable adventure in Manuel Antonio National Park? Join us for a guided group or private tour led by …More

Quepos, Costa Rica

4.9 (166)

Manuel Antonio National Park: Ticket Include Private & Group Tour

Looking to spot wildlife and enjoy an unforgettable adventure in Manuel Antonio National Park? Join us for a guided group or private tour led by...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (166)

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$29

Zipline Tour Arenal + Indigenous culture + FREE Thermal pools

Fly high over the zipline of the rain forest and feel what adrenaline means for nature lovers. After the tour you going to have the …More

Alajuela, Costa Rica

4.9 (146)

Zipline Tour Arenal + Indigenous culture + FREE Thermal pools

Fly high over the zipline of the rain forest and feel what adrenaline means for nature lovers. After the tour you going to have the...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (146)

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$65

White Water Rafting (Class III) with lunch - Arenal Area

The northern zone of Costa Rica is blessed with the most beautiful landscapes and incredible rivers for rafting. With an excellent level of water throughout …More

La Fortuna, Costa Rica

4.9 (109)

White Water Rafting (Class III) with lunch - Arenal Area

The northern zone of Costa Rica is blessed with the most beautiful landscapes and incredible rivers for rafting. With an excellent level of water throughout...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (109)

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$93

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 (191)

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 (191)

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$92

Morning Arenal Volcano Hike & Mistico Hanging Bridges Combo

Enjoy the most extreme hike of the area in the jungle (rainforest), plus beautiful waterfalls. Bring out your inner child in the volcanic mud ponds, look for …More

La Fortuna, Costa Rica

4.7 (131)

Morning Arenal Volcano Hike & Mistico Hanging Bridges Combo

Enjoy the most extreme hike of the area in the jungle (rainforest), plus beautiful waterfalls. Bring out your inner child in the volcanic mud ponds, look for...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.7 (131)

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$131

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)

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$450

I give a totally personalized and private service, I make the experience more comfortable and entertaining and professional. …More

Tamarindo, Costa Rica

5.0 (86)

Private tours and transfer Costa Rica

I give a totally personalized and private service, I make the experience more comfortable and entertaining and professional....

1 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (86)

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$150

Frequently Asked Questions

These answers are based on answers previously given to Cool Shore Excursions customers' questions.

What are the best options for Costa Rica Outdoor Activities?

What are the best kid-friendly options for Costa Rica Outdoor Activities Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly Costa Rica Outdoor Activities are:

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Which Costa Rica Outdoor Activities have Instant Confirmation?

Costa Rica Outdoor Activities with Instant Confirmation include:

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Which Costa Rica Outdoor Activities have Free Cancellation?

Costa Rica Outdoor Activities with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

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I need a ride! Which Costa Rica Outdoor Activities have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more Costa Rica trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Costa Rica?