Costa Rica Eco Tours 2024/2025

Costa Rica is a shining example of a country embracing ecotourism as a means to protect its natural wonders. The country boasts nearly five percent of the world's known species, and it is making great strides in protecting them and their habitat. On a Costa Rican eco tour, you can visit national parks such as Corcovado and Tortuguero which are committed to protecting the lush rainforests and elusive wildlife such as sloths, jaguars and sea turtles. There are also a variety of eco-friendly activities to try. Enjoy a zip-line ride through the forest canopy, go on a white-water rafting expedition, snorkel among marine creatures, or simply relax at a natural hot spring in Arenal Volcano. Throughout your Costa Rica eco tour, stay in eco lodges and forest retreats. Travel while keeping your carbon footprint is low. The Costa Rican way of life is ‘Pura Vida,’ which means pure life lived in harmony with nature. The spirit of ‘Pura Vida’ resonates throughout our Costa Rica eco tours, teaching you to appreciate and preserve the delicate balance between nature and humankind.

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8 day adventure trip in Costa Rica, visiting San Jose, Monteverde and La Fortuna. Read More
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13 day explorer trip to San Jose, Arenal and 5 other destinations traveling through Costa Rica and Panama. Read More
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  • Age Range 8-95 yrs
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  • Anonymous
“We started off San Jose and explored the culture. Food was amazing. Next we headed out to Pacuera River to whitewater raft for two days. Got to stay in the rainforest with huts and the guides/volunteers were Amazing. So attentive, knowledgeable and kind. They kept us well fed. Our next trip took us to LA Fortuna....long drive but worth it. The hanging bridges, waterfall, and hot springs all were very enjoyable. We were lucky enough to see spider monkeys and other native wildlife ssooo cool! We then went to Quepas near Manuel Antonio to enjoy the Pacific beach. Beautiful as well. The water is very warm. Other wildlife we saw were macaws, iguanas, chipocun monkeys. Last destination back to San Jose. Enjoyed walking around the market streets. Our drivers, guides, and meals were all great.”
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  • Fiachra O Brolachain
“Had an amazing time on this tour. Manu, our tour guide, was a legend he made was part of making our tour group a family. The activities, transport, accommodation and everything else were all flawless. The whole thing greatly exceeded my expectations.”
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  • Anonymous
“I loved this trip! Our tour leader Vicky was the best, very knowledgeable but also fun and joined even most optional activities. It's a very active trip with loads of possibilities to spot the famous Costa Rican wildlife.”

Costa Rica Eco Tours

You can see a white sandy beach near Junquillal on a Costa Rica eco tour.
Explore the natural landscape of Costa Rica on an eco tour.

With so many awesome Costa Rica eco tours to try out, we thought we’d share the best ones.

  • Eco tour in Manuel Antonio National Park: Home to some of the most diverse wildlife in Costa Rica, Manuel Antonio National Park is a wonderland for nature lovers. Wander through sloth-filled forests, check out the best beaches in the country, and hike to amazing vantage points looking out across the Pacific Ocean. Take a guided tour with a biologist to learn more about conservation efforts.
  • Explore Monteverde on an eco tour: Monteverde Cloud Forest is one of the biggest attractions in Costa Rica and a conservationist haven. Fly through the forest canopy on an adrenaline-fuelled zipline, hike the many nature trails, or head to the legendary red suspension bridges and look out for the monkeys, birds, and other animals that call the canopy home. With an eco tour, you leave minimal impact behind, including offsetting your carbon, so you can relax and enjoy your trip in good conscience. 
  • Eco tour in San Jose: Take in the culture, history, and vibrancy of Costa Rica’s capital city on this eco tour to San Jose. Visit the Pre-columbian Gold Museum, the architecturally-astounding National Theater, before grabbing locally-sourced lunch at the Central Market. Talk to the locals about the nearby farms and businesses that keep this area thriving. This walking tour vibe is a great way to soak up the atmosphere of San Jose and keep your carbon footprint low!

Costa Rica eco tours by age

Enjoy an eco-tour in Costa Rica at any age.

A family rafting in Pacuare River on a sunny day on an eco tour.
Costa Rica eco tours for the family:
As a family on a Costa Rica eco tour, you might be boating in Tempisque River, safari in Braulio Carrillo National Park, or volunteering near La Fortuna wildlife center.
A hiker crosses a suspension bridge in the jungle of Monteverde.
Costa Rica eco tours for 18–39 years:
If you’re on an 18–39 eco tour in Costa Rica, you might raise your heart rate on a zipline in Monteverde, staying in homestays and having comfortable transfers between each stop.

Costa Rica eco tours based on budget

  • Luxury eco tours in Costa Rica: Luxury eco-resorts are plentiful across Costa Rica, and many operate as part of local eco tours. A luxury eco tour is all about exclusivity and comfort while remaining sustainable. It will include excursions, such as private kayaking through the mangroves at Manuel Antonio, yoga retreats in Santa Teresa, and guided nature walks in Monteverde. Stay in eco-resorts and rest easy with sustainable products, tasty local breakfasts, and offset carbon emissions.
  • Budget eco tours in Costa Rica: If you want a budget eco tour in Costa Rica, you can make it happen. Stay in eco-friendly hostels and homestays that help you to connect with the local culture. Travel by public bus between locations is a way to travel as a budget- and eco-conscious traveler. There are also plenty of ways to enjoy the natural beauty and national parks without spending a fortune on guides.

Costa Rica eco tours based on popular travel theme

As such a varied and versatile country, many different eco-tour types exist. Here are some of them.

A hummingbird drinking the nectar from flowers in Costa Rica.
Costa Rica is a super biodiverse country. Join an eco tour to see the stunning range of wildlife up close and in the best way.
A tourist ziplining in a forest in Costa Rica with safety gear.
Whether you love sustainable zip lines, snorkeling, surfing, yoga, or hiking volcanoes, Costa Rica will surely get your blood pumping.

Duration-based Costa Rica eco tour packages

You can sustainably enjoy Costa Rica, no matter how many days you have to spare.

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Travel experience and benefits of Costa Rica eco tours

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Relax on a beach in Uvita on an eco-tour of Costa Rica.
A view of Catarata Fortuna waterfall in Costa Rica.
Hike to see Catarata Fortuna waterfall in Costa Rica.
  • Take a boat tour with local conservation experts and get up close to humpback whales in the picturesque town of Uvita.
  • Enjoy a relaxing soak in La Fortuna’s natural hot springs, taking in the sounds of the birds and wildlife around you. This is a soul-touching, eco-friendly vacation in Costa Rica.
  • Eco tours in Costa Rica actively contribute to protecting the conservation efforts and wildlife of the area for years to come.
  • Swim in a waterfall at Catarata Fortuna and reconnect with nature. Hike down to the waterfall's base, take the plunge, and pinch yourself that you’re really here.

Tips for Costa Rica eco trips

  • When you’re on a Costa Rica eco trip, bring a reusable bottle. It’s hot and humid, so even if it’s overcast, you’ll need to stay hydrated. Tap water is safe here.
  • Public buses in Costa Rica are an easy, affordable, and largely eco-friendly way to travel. They’re super popular and run between all the main cities and towns.
  • If you can, donate to conservation efforts in the area. There’s normally a donation box in addition to the entry fee at national parks.

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