Costa Rica Walking Trips in 2025/2026

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BudgetSimple stays with essential amenities. Typically guesthouses, hostels or hotels rated below 3 stars — clean, no-frills, and great for value-conscious travelers.
Mid-rangeComfortable and reliable 3-star stays. Expect private rooms, en-suite bathrooms, and solid amenities — a great balance between comfort and cost.
PremiumUpscale 4-5 star hotels and lodges. Enjoy high-end service, refined comfort, and premium locations — ideal for travelers seeking extra indulgence.

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Highlights of Costa Rica

4.2

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Itinerary listed more activities than were actually presented. A few hotels were very good and a couple were very disappointing.

Active and outdoor Wildlife

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge, Resort

Age Range

16-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

San Jose, Arenal, Monteverde, Manuel Antonio

Duration8 days

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Highlights of Costa Rica + Beach Extension

3.9

(7 reviews )

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The trip really packed in some iconic elements of Costa Rica, and lived up to its name in terms of seeing the highlights. It was great to experience the contrast of the Caribbean lowlands, rain forest and the pacific coast. And seeing the abundance of wildlife was incredible, as well as the delicious local dishes and wonderful people we me along the way. The guide was great, really personable and had good knowledge and a keen sense to show us as much as possible, often stopping en route when he had spied interesting animals from the van. The Manuel Antonio and the La Fortuna accommodation was great. The Authentico hotel was fine for passing through but we had paid for an additional night in San Jose, and for this purpose the hotel wasn’t in the best of locations as it was on the edge of the city with not much around in terms of restaurants so we felt a bit stuck in the hotel at the end.

Wildlife Active and outdoor

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge, Resort

Age Range

16-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

San Jose, Manuel Antonio Nationa

San Jose, Manuel Antonio National Park, Arenal, Monteverde, Manuel Antonio

Duration10 days

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Beaches & Nature Adventure 8D/7N

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Seeking the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation? The Beaches & Nature Adventure 8D/7N tour in Costa Rica delivers just that. Set off from San Jose to discover pristine beaches, verdant rainforests, and abundant wildlife in places like Punta Arenas and La Fortuna. This guided small group trip features activities such as snorkeling in crystal-clear waters, scenic hikes, and wildlife observation in their natural habitats. Travelers will also experience authentic local culture, taste regional cuisine, and visit stunning national parks—all while enjoying comfortable accommodations and seamless logistics. The tour’s relaxed pace makes it ideal for young adults, experienced travelers, and nature lovers eager for both excitement and downtime. The unique highlight of this adventure is its immersive combination of Costa Rica’s coastal charm and lush interior, offering the best of both worlds in one expertly curated package.

Adventure Walking tours Explorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Hostel

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

San Jose, La Fortuna, Monteverde

San Jose, La Fortuna, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve, Punta Arenas

Duration8 days

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Costa Rica Highlights Adventure 8D/7N

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Prepare for an adventure that’s as thrilling as it is diverse—the Costa Rica Highlights Adventure 8D/7N packs lush rainforests, cascading waterfalls, and vibrant wildlife into one unforgettable tour. Designed for young adults and the young at heart, this relaxed-paced journey includes zip-lining through canopies, white-water rafting, and soaking in Arenal’s rejuvenating hot springs. Explore Monteverde’s biodiverse cloud forests and unwind on Tamarindo’s picturesque beaches. Along the way, engage in immersive cultural experiences and marvel at Costa Rica’s natural wonders. Accommodations, transport, and meals are all seamlessly arranged for peace of mind. What makes this tour package stand out is its balance of adrenaline-fueled activities and awe-inspiring nature, ensuring every traveler walks away with lasting memories and a taste of Costa Rica’s wild beauty.

Adventure Wildlife Walking tours

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge, Hostel

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

San Jose, Tortuguero National Pa

San Jose, Tortuguero National Park, La Fortuna, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve

Duration8 days

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Costa Rica Adventure & Beach - 11 Days

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Looking for an exhilarating blend of adventure and relaxation? The Costa Rica Adventure & Beach tour spans 11 days, combining national parks, volcanoes, rainforests, and serene beaches. Peer into Irazu Volcano’s crater, trek the trails of Arenal, and enjoy white-water rafting on the Pacuare River. Zipline in Rincon de la Vieja National Park and unwind on Samara’s sandy shores. The USP: an active itinerary packed with thrilling outdoor experiences, balanced by downtime on picturesque beaches—tailored for experienced travelers and seniors who want it all.

National parks Walking tours

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

San Jose, Irazú Volcano, La Fort

San Jose, Irazú Volcano, La Fortuna, Arenal, Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park, Playa Samara

Duration11 days

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San Jose City Half Day Tour From San Jose

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During this journey you will visit the National Theater, also known as “The jewel of San José”, a masterpiece in art and architecture built by Costa Ricans and completed in 1897. Then visit the Museum of Gold , then the Central Market, place full of the Costa Rican cultural heritage and traditions, where you will be able to browse and buy some local art crafts. You will also visit the Metropolitan Cathedral. As we travel around the city, we will point you out several historically important or main buildings in our city, for example The Costa Rica University, The Old Train Station, The National Liquor Factory, The National Supreme Election Bureau, the Asamblea Legislativa, The Metallic Building, some parks and various sites of interest. This will be an introduction to our Capital City, and information about our economy, cultural, politics, religion and general current events. Also, we will visit an Art Gallery, where you will be able to get some souvenirs to take back home.

Explorer Bus tours

Tour Type

Group Tour

Age Range

6-99 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

San Jose

Duration5 hours

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Gastronomic Experience: Traditional Costa Rican Cuisine From Monteverde

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You can participate in the whole process, from the dish preparation to the tasting. Classes are held in an area that has been very well equipped, each participant is given a personalized apron and hair covered. The experience takes place on a family farm in the surroundings of Santa Elena and Monteverde. The family is the one that assists you and will present the experience of Tica cuisine. All the ingredients and utensils for the cooking class will be provided to each participant. ´´Achiotada´´ chicken, chicken with vegetables, rice with chicken, ´´vigorones´´ (pork meat), rice and beans with Caribbean chicken, tortillas, meat pot, chorreadas, prestiños, etc. are some of the different recipes we must prepare, accompanied by a natural drink with fresh fruit Seasonal, coffee, chocolate, or aguadulce.

Bus tours Walking tours

Tour Type

Group Tour

Age Range

4-99 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

Punta Arenas

Duration4 hours

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Arenal Hanging Bridges From Arenal

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The 3.1 km (2 mi.) circuit trail will cross 15 impressive bridges, some suspended over the forest canopy and others, which are stationary. The bridges have different lengths and altitudes and were designed to offer different perspectives from which to observe the flora and fauna, as you pass through several levels of the forest. From the bridges, you will have views of the treetops making it easier to locate animals and birds.The topography of the terrain is relatively simple with some short slopes, suitable for all ages and ability levels. Some of the animals that we may observe in this type of forest are 3 different species of monkeys, multiple species of birds, snakes, peccaries, and frogs, among others.

Bus tours Walking tours

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

8-99 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

La Fortuna

Duration4 hours

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Caño Negro & Río Frío Boat Tour From Arenal

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Here you can find a great variety of resident and migratory birds plus three different species of monkeys, also iguanas, sloths, turtles and caymans. Along the river we can see howler monkeys, spider monkeys, white-faced monkeys, also the three-toed sloth and some reptiles like caimans, Jesus Christ lizard and turtles. This trip includes a typical Costa Rican lunch, regional fruit, natural juices and coffee, all served for our client’s comfort at our Río Frío Restaurant; natural juices, bottled water, fruits and cookies.

Walking tours

Tour Type

Group Tour

Age Range

4-99 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

Cano Negro

Duration9 hours

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Hanging Bridges Adventure San Luis From San Jose

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Navigate trails through the canopy of trees, and marvel at the cloud forest, hummingbird garden, and butterfly garden. The route of suspension bridges of Parque Aventura San Luis is carried out on a path with a distance of 1800 meters, it is circular and allows us to pass through 6 suspension bridges located at different heights in the forest and with distances of (29, 44, 117, 34, 70 and 77 meters.)

Explorer Bus tours Walking tours

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

6-99 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

Alajuela

Duration7 hours

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Beaches & Nature Adventure 8D/7N

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San Jose City Half Day Tour From San Jose

Gastronomic Experience: Traditional Costa Rican Cuisine From Monteverde

Arenal Hanging Bridges From Arenal

Caño Negro & Río Frío Boat Tour From Arenal

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