Top Costa Rica Trips & Tours in August 2025

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Gandoca-Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge

1 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Spend a day exploring the Gandoca-Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge, home to over 360 species of birds and some of the best white sand beaches on the Caribbean coast. Explore the park with a guide as you spot manatees, dolphins, howler monkeys, sloths, iguanas, snakes, and poisonous frogs.

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from $124

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Puerto Viejo Canopy Zipline

½ Day Itinerary

Activities

Ziplining

Activity Level

Easy Active

This half-day, adrenaline-filled tour is an exciting way to explore the jungle and get a taste of what Costa Rica has to offer. Start your adventure with the longest zip line in Costa Rica, exploring the jungle canopy via ten different platforms and 12 landings. Take the final swing like Tarzan, or do a Superman-style jump for the bottom!

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from $132

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Poas Volcano, Doka Coffee Plantation and Sarchí

1 Day Itinerary

Activities

Village Visits

Activity Level

Relaxed

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from $101

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Manuel Antonio Damas Island Kayaking

½ Day Itinerary

• Kayak Damas mangrove canals
• Watch colorful birds fly overhead
• Observe unique ecosystems
• Spot diverse local wildlife

Activity Level

Easy Active

Start this half-day adventure on the Paquita River by kayaking to Damas Island. Along the way, your guide will point out numerous species of birds, snakes, anteaters, and white-faced monkeys. You may also see herons, kingfishers, ospreys, frigatebirds, and migratory birds.

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from $95

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Cahuita National Park Snorkeling and Hiking

½ Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Easy Active

This half-day tour offers an excellent introduction to the flora and fauna of the Caribbean coast. The Cahuita National Park has the largest coral reef system in Costa Rica. After snorkeling, you'll have an hour-long hike through the rainforest with a guide.

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from $77

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Manuel Antonio National Park Hike

½ Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Easy Active

The 1-day Manuel Antonio National Park hiking tour is a great way to explore the famed attraction in Costa Rica. Spend time hiking through the rainforest, spotting sloths, birds, reptiles, and orchids on a 2 mile hike. Enjoy a relaxing break on the secluded white sand beach within the park.

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from $88

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Manuel Antonio Snorkeling and Ocean Kayaking

½ Day Itinerary

• Kayak Costa Rica coastline
• Snorkel calm beach waters
• Spot dolphins and whales

Activity Level

Easy Active

Enjoy a half day of coral reef exploration in biodiverse Manuel Antonio. In the morning, board your kayaks and paddle to Biesanz Beach. As you paddle around inlets and small islands, keep your eyes open for whales, dolphins, and many bird species. Once you reach the beach, enjoy snorkeling before heading back for a great meal!

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from $74

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Lake Arenal Kayaking

½ Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Easy Active

This half-day kayaking tour is the perfect way to experience the best of what Lake Arenal has to offer. Enjoy a peaceful ride on the calm waters of this volcanic lake, marvel at the views of the majestic Arenal Volcano, and take in the lush mountain scenery. Keep your eyes peeled for a variety of tropical bird species and other wildlife that call this home.

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Monteverde Coffee

½ Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Visit the Trapiche Coffee Farm, a local family farm established in Monteverde in 1948. You'll learn all about coffee and sugarcane production, with delicious tastings included in the tour!

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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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Danta Beach Coastal Adventure

1 Day Itinerary

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

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Playa Hermosa / Playa Hermosa

Activities

Kayaking, Snorkeling

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.

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from $188

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Sunset Sailing on the Timarouba Catamaran

1 Day Itinerary

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

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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.

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from $164

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Palo Verde Boat Ride

1 Day Itinerary

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

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.

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from $143

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Manuel Antonio Catamaran Adventure

1 Day Itinerary

Activities

Whale Watching

Activity Level

Moderate

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from $131

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Lankester Garden and Irazu Volcano

1 Day Itinerary

Activities

Hiking

Activity Level

Easy Active

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from $126

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Guanacaste Mountain and Beaches Adventure

1 Day Itinerary

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

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.

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from $113

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Guanacaste’s Sloth & Animal Sanctuary Adventure

1 Day Itinerary

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

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.

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from $102

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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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