Top Costa Rica Tours & Cruises in 2027

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Monteverde Hidden Valley Night tour

½ Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore the jungle this evening as Monteverde's wildlife comes alive. Your naturalist guide will explain the different sights and sounds you observe throughout your hike. Snakes, spiders, tarantulas, tree frogs, coatimundis, agoutis, sloths, kinkajous, and the highly endangered olingo are among the many species you may spot along the way.

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from $2,312

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Costa Rica Self-Drive Adventure

9 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Liberia / Liberia

Activities

Whitewater Rafting, Ziplining, Village Visits

Activity Level

Easy Active

Embark on a 9-day adventure across Costa Rica, driving to each destination. Explore Rincon de la Vieja's volcanoes and rivers, zipline through Arenal's rainforest, and relax on Central Pacific beaches. Discover artisan villages and experience Costa Rican culture, from wildlife encounters to thrilling outdoor activities.

• Raft the Cucaracho River
• Zipline through Arenal’s rainforest
• Drive Arenal Volcano scenic routes
• Relax on Nicoya Peninsula beaches
• Drive Costa Rica’s landscapes

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Chirripo Hike

3 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Challenging

This 3-day highland tour takes you into the paramo ecosystem and to the summit of Mt. Chirripo. Each day features significant climbs in elevation, taking you through various biomes en route to the peak, but it is physically demanding, so being in good shape is paramount. Your evenings will be spent in the comfort of Pelicano Mountain Lodge.

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Danta Beach Coastal Adventure

1 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Playa Hermosa / Playa Hermosa

Activities

Snorkeling, Kayaking

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience the beauty of Costa Rica through a family-friendly 2-hour kayaking adventure. Explore Playa Danta and Dantita Bay, encounter diverse marine life, and create lasting memories with safety and enjoyment in mind.

• Kayaking along Playa Danta
• Snorkel around Playa Dantita
• Encounter diverse marine life

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Sunset Sailing on the Timarouba Catamaran

1 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Playa Hermosa / Playa Hermosa

Activity Level

Relaxed

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with the Timarouba catamaran tour in Playa Tamarindo. Snorkel in crystal-clear waters, savor a delectable buffet, and capture the sunset's magic.

• Dive into crystal-clear waters
• Enjoy amazing views and sunset

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Palo Verde Boat Ride

1 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Playa Hermosa / Playa Hermosa

Activity Level

Relaxed

Join an immersive 4-hour journey through Palo Verde National Park's water basin, exploring RAMSAR-listed wetlands. Encounter the largest bird in Costa Rica, giant crocodiles, and diverse wildlife. An unforgettable adventure awaits, culminating in a delicious culinary experience.

• Explore Palo Verde National Park
• Witness crocodiles and largest bird
• Encounter array of exotic wildlife

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Guanacaste Mountain and Beaches Adventure

1 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Playa Hermosa / Playa Hermosa

Activities

Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Moderate

Discover the ultimate ATV adventure in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Enjoy a 3-hour mountain tour, starting from Panama Beach, with breathtaking ocean views and wildlife encounters. Watch out for playful monkeys, birds, cows, and horses causing unexpected traffic.

• ATV tour on beaches and forest
• Stop in Sardinal town
• Watch out for wildlife encounters

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Guanacaste’s Sloth & Animal Sanctuary Adventure

1 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Playa Hermosa / Playa Hermosa

Activities

Wildlife Viewing

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore Guanacaste’s Animal Sanctuary, home to rescued two-toed sloths. Observe these delicate animals in an open habitat and learn about their recovery, care, and life cycle. Attend scheduled feedings for close-up views and insight from on-site caretakers dedicated to sloth rehabilitation.

• Observe rescued sloths up close
• Learn from sloth caretakers
• Watch scheduled sloth feedings

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Monteverde Cloud Forest Hanging Bridges

Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

This hanging bridges 1/2-day tour consists of 8 bridges ranging in length from 150-510 feet. High above the Monteverde cloud forest floor, you can see the flora & fauna actively moving about down below. As you make your way on this 2-mile hike, your guide will point out an array of bird life that make their homes in the cloud forest.

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Monteverde Serpentarium

Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Enjoy the reptiles and amphibians of Costa Rica with your naturalist guide on this half day tour. You can see more than 35 species including venomous and non-venomous snakes, reptiles, lizards, iguanas, amphibians and land turtles all in naturally simulated terrariums. Learn about the history, habitat and individual characteristics of each species.

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from $11,709

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Costa Rica Escape

9 Day Itinerary

Activities

Rainforest Exploration, Helicopter Tours, Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Easy Active

This extraordinary 9-day luxury tour of Costa Rica takes you on a thrilling helicopter ride over Costa Rica's volcanoes, then to La Paz Waterfall, Arenal Volcano and hot springs, the rainforest canopy tram, and to Quepos and Manuel Antonio National Park, where you'll actively explore this rainforest paradise. This trip is like no other!

• Helicopter over volcanoes
• Watch the sun set over the Pacific
• Raft the Sarapiqui River
• Take a sunset bird watching cruise

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from $3,907

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Corcovado Trekking

9 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Moderate

Explore Costa Rica's remote Corcovado National Park on this 9-day active hiking tour. Spend two days on the whitewater of the Pacuare River and hike in the jungle of Corcovado. One of the most biodiverse regions on the planet, you will spot countless birds, reptiles, and other rainforest wildlife. An active Costa Rica trip for the avid explorer.

• Spend two days rafting the Pacuare
• Camp on the remote beaches
• Hike trails in search of wildlife
• Hike, snorkel, kayak or whale watch

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Corcovado Lodge Adventure

6 Day Itinerary

Activities

Fishing, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Scuba Diving, Whale Watching

Activity Level

Easy Active

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from $2,498

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Beaches & Rainforest

9 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Easy Active

Enjoy this active and varied 9-day Costa Rica vacation that is suitable for almost any age of traveler. Plunge down the whitewater of the Pacuare River, experience the jungle adventures of Selva Bananito Lodge, and end with a few relaxing days on a Caribbean beach. Snorkeling, kayaking, and rainforest exploration highlight this trip.

• Climb a giant kapok tree
• Relax on white sand beaches
• Snorkel and kayak in the Caribbean
• Raft the Pacuare River

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Arenal Volcano

3 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience Costa Rica’s Arenal Volcano on this 3-day adventure. Start with a transfer from San Jose to Arenal, where you’ll stay in bungalows with volcano views. Enjoy a rainforest tram tour spotting wildlife and panoramic views of Arenal and Lake Arenal. Finish with an exhilarating zipline descent. Return to San Jose.

• Explore Costa Rica’s Arenal Volcano
• Ride a scenic tram
• Observe native plants and wildlife
• Experience a canopy tour

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from $7,461

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Costa Rica and the Panama Canal

Eastbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest

Activities

Horseback Riding, Hiking, Land & Sea Exploration, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Discover Costa Rica & Panama on this wonderful 8-day expedition cruise aboard the National Geographic Quest. Venture into remote wilderness and hike among monkeys, sloths, and tropical birds, explore idyllic islands, snorkel over a vibrant coral reef, and take an expedition landing craft cruise through mangroves.

• Observe animals in their habitat
• Kayak through magical mangroves
• Transit the historical Panama Canal
• Explore Gulf of Panama beaches

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from $3,787

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Caribbean Adventure

Tranquilo Bay - 9 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Easy Active

Experience the Caribbean from Costa Rica to Panama on this 9-day land-based adventure tour. Whitewater rafting and rainforest exploration along Costa Rica's Pacuare River combine with relaxation amidst the turquoise waters of Panama. Climb into the rainforest canopy, bask in the sunshine of Bocas del Toro, and snorkel & dive among the Caribbean reefs!

• Raft down the Pacuare River
• Hike into the jungle for a swim
• Marvel at the Panama Canal
• Snorkel, kayak, hike, or relax

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Manuel Antonio

4 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

This highly customizable 4-day tour takes you into the tropical jungle/ Pacific coastal region of Manuel Antonio, where you can enjoy deep sea fishing, canopy ziplining, mangrove kayaking, horseback riding, sailing tours, ATV tours, snorkeling tours or relax at the beach. You can also explore Manuel Antonio National Park each day.

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