Top Costa Rica Trips & Tours in August 2026

from $148

EXPLORE

Jaguar Rescue Center and Chocolate Plantation

½ Day Itinerary

Activities

Wildlife Viewing

Activity Level

Relaxed

Visit Jaguar Rescue Center which houses monkeys, snakes, sloths, and jungle cats. Tour the chocolate plantation where the Bri-Bri indigenous make the chocolate from scratch. At the end of the tour, you have the chance to buy homemade chocolate and local handicrafts.

Tour Details

0

from $146

EXPLORE

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.

Tour Details

0

from $136

EXPLORE

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!

Tour Details

0

from $107

EXPLORE

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.

Tour Details

0

from $48

EXPLORE

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.

Tour Details

0

from $50

EXPLORE

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.

Tour Details

0

from $236

EXPLORE

Ecotermales Hot Springs and Arenal Volcano

½ Day Itinerary

Activities

Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Relaxed

The best way to appreciate the beauty of Costa Rica's majestic Arenal Volcano is from up close. This exciting half-day adventure begins with a 90-minute walk through the rainforest, as you learn about local plants and wildlife. Take in the sights with a guided tour before enjoying some relaxation time in natural hot springs at dinnertime.

Tour Details

0

from $188

EXPLORE

Pacuare River Rafting

1 Day Itinerary

Activities

Whitewater Rafting

Activity Level

Moderate

Tour Details

0

from $170

EXPLORE

La Paz Waterfall Gardens

1 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Tour Details

0

from $133

EXPLORE

Poas Volcano, Doka Coffee Plantation and Sarchí

1 Day Itinerary

Activities

Village Visits

Activity Level

Relaxed

Tour Details

0

from $101

EXPLORE

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.

Tour Details

0

from $99

EXPLORE

Cahuita National Park Snorkeling and Hiking

½ Day Itinerary

Activities

Snorkeling

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.

Tour Details

0

from $93

EXPLORE

Manuel Antonio Snorkeling and Ocean Kayaking

½ Day Itinerary

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

Activities

Kayaking

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!

Tour Details

0

from $77

EXPLORE

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.

Tour Details

0

from $150

EXPLORE

Manuel Antonio Catamaran Adventure

1 Day Itinerary

Activities

Whale Watching

Activity Level

Moderate

Tour Details

0

from $137

EXPLORE

Lankester Garden and Irazu Volcano

1 Day Itinerary

Activities

Hiking

Activity Level

Easy Active

Tour Details

0

from $76

EXPLORE

San Jose City

½ Day Itinerary

Activities

Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Discover San Jose’s cultural gems on this relaxed half-day tour. Visit Sabana Park, Paseo Colon, historic government buildings, the National Museum, and the iconic National Theatre. End with a stop in Moravia to browse or shop local crafts. A perfect introduction to Costa Rica’s capital with a bilingual guide.

Tour Details

0

from $96

EXPLORE

Horseback riding near Manuel Antonio

1 Day Itinerary

Activities

Horseback Riding

Activity Level

Relaxed

Tour Details

0