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.

Check out our favorite eco tours in Costa Rica below.

12 Eco trips in Costa Rica

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Costa Rica Five Star Experience

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  • Tour Type Private Tour
  • Activities Rainforest and jungle visits & Zip lining +3 more
  • Accommodation Hotel, Lodge, Bungalow & Eco Lodge
  • Transport Boat, Flight & 4WD Jeep
  • Age Range 12-79 yrs
  • Operated in English
days11 From US$ 5,780 View Tour
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  • Mar 31
  • Apr 01
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Jungle & Culinary Experience

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8 day active and outdoor trip in Costa Rica, visiting San Jose, Arenal and Tamarindo Beach. Read More
  • Tour Type Group Tour
  • Activities Active and outdoor & Food tours
  • Accommodation Hotel & Resort
  • Transport Boat
  • Age Range 10-99 yrs
  • Operated in Spanish, English
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Premium Costa Rica

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9 day luxury tour in Costa Rica, visiting San Jose, La Fortuna and Monteverde. Read More
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Luxury & Rainforest and jungle visits +1 more
  • Accommodation Hotel, Resort & Lodge
  • Transport Boat & Private Vehicle
  • Age Range 15-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
days09 From US$ 4,280 US$ 3,638
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Best of Costa Rica

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10 day beach trip to San Jose, Savegre and 2 other destinations in Costa Rica, Cuba and Panama. Read More
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Beach & Trekking and Hiking +1 more
  • Accommodation Lodge & Hotel
  • Transport Boat & Private Vehicle
  • Age Range 15-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
days10 From US$ 2,795 View Tour
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  • Jul 20 10+ seats left
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Cycle Nicaragua to the Panama Canal

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As mentioned previously this was an ambitious itinerary. Chris the leader made it work, so I feel ve ...
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Active and outdoor & Cultural, religious and historic sites +2 more
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport Boat, Bus & Ferry
  • Age Range 16-95 yrs
  • Operated in English
days14 From US$ 4,300 View Tour
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Pura Vida Costa Rica - Premium Adventure

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13 day natural landmarks sightseeing tour in Costa Rica, visiting San Jose, Tortuguero and La Fortuna. Read More
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Natural landmarks sightseeing & Cultural, religious and historic sites
  • Accommodation Hotel, Lodge & Resort
  • Transport Boat
  • Age Range 16-95 yrs
  • Operated in English
days13 From US$ 7,650 View Tour
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  • Nov 09 Only 2 seats left
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Corcovado Classic Experience, Short Break

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4 day active and outdoor tour in Costa Rica, visiting Osa Peninsula, San Jose and Palmar Sur. Read More
  • Tour Type Group Tour
  • Activities Active and outdoor & Trekking and Hiking +1 more
  • Accommodation Lodge & Hotel
  • Transport Boat & Flight
  • Age Range 10-99 yrs
  • Operated in English, Spanish
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Premium Costa Rica in Depth

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12 day explorer tour through San Jose, Tortuguero, La Fortuna and 4 other destinations in Costa Rica. Read More
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Explorer
  • Accommodation Hotel, Bungalow & Lodge
  • Transport Boat, Bus & Private Vehicle
  • Age Range 15-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
days12 From US$ 7,150 US$ 5,720
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Best of Mexico & Costa Rica

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24 day city sightseeing tour to Mexico City, Oaxaca and 13 other destinations traveling through Mexico and Costa Rica. Read More
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities City sightseeing & Cultural, sightseeing, food tours +1 more
  • Accommodation Hotel & Lodge
  • Transport Boat, Private Vehicle, Flight & Bus
  • Age Range 15-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
days24 From US$ 7,725 View Tour
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Costa Rica: Tortuguero, La Fortuna & Rio Celeste

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8 day explorer tour in Costa Rica, visiting San Jose, Tortuguero and Tortuguero National Park. Read More
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  • Activities Explorer
  • Accommodation Hotel, Lodge & Resort
  • Transport Boat, Private Vehicle, Bus & Minibus
  • Age Range 12-95 yrs
  • Operated in English
days08 From US$ 3,599 View Tour
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Costa Rica: The Osa Peninsula & Manuel Antonio National Park

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8 day explorer tour in Costa Rica, visiting San Jose, Irazú Volcano and Puerto Limón. Read More
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  • Activities Explorer
  • Accommodation Hotel, Tent & Lodge
  • Transport Boat & Private Vehicle
  • Age Range 12-95 yrs
  • Operated in English
days08 From US$ 3,699 View Tour
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Costa Rica North and South: National Parks, Wildlife & Hot Springs

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15 day explorer trip through San Jose, Tortuguero, La Fortuna and 4 other destinations in Costa Rica. Read More
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  • Activities Explorer
  • Accommodation Hotel, Lodge, Resort & Tent
  • Transport Boat, Private Vehicle, Bus & Minibus
  • Age Range 12-95 yrs
  • Operated in English
days15 From US$ 7,299 View Tour
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  • Lauren Farrell
“Laura is an amazing travel ninja. She is so attentive, friendly, informative. She is so approachable and makes everyone feel comfortable and safe. She went above and beyond to do everything for us and to keep us safe. Overall tour was great but a lot of the additional activities could have been included as everyone did them.”
Costa Rica Trip was incredible
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  • Emily Shore
“Costa Rica was absolutely incredible and I’ll be recommending it to everyone! The itinerary was jam packed and it was amazing to see so much of Costa Rica in such a short time. Lau really made the trip in Costa Rica! Her extensive knowledge on Costa Rica coupled with her open and enthusiastic personality really made me feel at ease. She always provided helpful tips and was always open on answering any questions I had. Because of Lau, I’ll be open to doing more tours like this. Having a guide that is so welcoming and happy really helped keep the mood boosted on those long days!”
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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.”

Costa Rica Eco Tours

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

A view of a beach in Costa Rica on an overcast day.
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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