San Jose Adventure Trips in 2025/2026

Accommodations

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.

Design your own personalized Adventure trip to San Jose with help from a local expert.

Work with a local expert to plan a seamless itinerary through San Jose and Costa Rica.

Jean Carlo IlamaTravel Expert in Costa Rica
Randall Jiménez Moreno
Travel Expert in Costa Rica
Ellen Zoe GoldenTravel Expert in Costa Rica
Olman RomeroTravel Expert in Costa Rica, Nicaragua & Panama
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San Jose Adventure Tour: From The Atlantic To The Pacific

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From The Atlantic To The Pacific

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Enjoy the highlights of Costa Rica on this eleven-day itinerary, including wonderful jungles, volcano and pristine beaches. This is a country of great natural beauty and every destination has something unique to offer. Whether you are watching the Arenal volcano whilst bathing in hot springs, exploring the dense jungle of Tortuguero or relaxing on the pristine beaches of Tamarindo and the Caribbean Coast, Costa Rica really is a nature lover's paradise.

Active and outdoor Adventure

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge, Resort

Age Range

6-99 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

San Jose, Tortuguero National Pa

San Jose, Tortuguero National Park, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Arenal Volcano National Park, Tamarindo

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Duration11 days

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USD 1,702

USD 1,403

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USD 299

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San Jose Adventure Tour: Jaco Beach, Short Break

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Jaco Beach, Short Break

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Enjoy a pleasing two-night stay at the vibrant Jaco Beach, where there is fun for everyone: It doesn’t matter if you’re travelling by yourself, with kids or with a large group of adrenaline-seeking adventurers. Jaco truly has something for everyone and becomes a beloved travel destination for all who visit. If you want to spend time in an area bustling with animated nightlife and friendly locals, make sure you add Jaco to your travel list.

Adventure Beach

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

6-99 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

San Jose, Jaco

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Duration3 days

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USD 552

USD 455

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USD 97

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San Jose Adventure Tour: Puerto Viejo Beach, Short Break

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Puerto Viejo Beach, Short Break

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The team were very helpful over e-mail and the accommodation was lovely. I've had a great trip.

Adventure Beach

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

6-99 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

San Jose, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

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Duration3 days

From

USD 650

USD 536

Saving

USD 114

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San Jose Adventure Tour: Wild Jungles And Secret Mountains Of Costa Rica (on Request)

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Wild Jungles And Secret Mountains Of Costa Rica (on Request)

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Enjoy the highlights of Costa Rica on this guaranteed deaprture 9-day tour, which includes incredible places like Savegre, ideal for adventurers, Turrialba and its volcano, Puerto Viejo with its amazing beaches and Arenal. This is the true paradise for nature lovers.

Adventure

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge, Villa

Age Range

6-99 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

San Jose, Savegre Cloud Forest

San Jose, Savegre Cloud Forest, Turrialba, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Arenal, Arenal Volcano National Park

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Duration9 days

From

USD 2,187

USD 1,803

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USD 384

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San Jose Adventure Tour: From The Atlantic To The Pacific, Self-drive

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From The Atlantic To The Pacific, Self-drive

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Active and outdoor Adventure

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge, Resort

Age Range

6-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

San Jose, Tortuguero National Pa

San Jose, Tortuguero National Park, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Arenal Volcano National Park, Tamarindo

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Duration11 days

From

USD 1,507

USD 1,242

Saving

USD 264

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San Jose Adventure Tour: Romantic Adventure In Costa Rica (on Request)

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Romantic Adventure In Costa Rica (on Request)

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Enjoy the highlights of Costa Rica on this eight-day itinerary, including wonderful sceneries to celebrate love: rainforests, volcanoes, romantic getaways, tropical jungles and pristine beaches. This is a country of great natural beauty and every destination has something unique to offer. Costa Rica really is a natural paradise for lovers.

Active and outdoor Adventure

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge, Resort

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

San Jose, Pacuare River, Arenal

San Jose, Pacuare River, Arenal Volcano National Park, Manuel Antonio

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Duration8 days

From

USD 3,577

USD 2,950

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USD 628

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San Jose Adventure Tour: Romantic Adventure In Costa Rica, Self-drive (on Request)

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Romantic Adventure In Costa Rica, Self-drive (on Request)

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Active and outdoor Adventure

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge, Resort

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

San Jose, Pacuare River, Arenal

San Jose, Pacuare River, Arenal Volcano National Park, Manuel Antonio National Park, Manuel Antonio

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Duration8 days

From

USD 3,372

USD 2,780

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USD 592

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San Jose Adventure Tour: The Best Of Costa Rica, Self-drive

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The Best Of Costa Rica, Self-drive

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Enjoy the highlights of Costa Rica on this ten-day itinerary, including wonderful rainforests, volcano, cloud forests, tropical jungles and a secluded Island. This is a country of great natural beauty and every destination has something unique to offer. Whether you are watching the Arenal volcano whilst bathing in hot springs, walking in the canopy of Monteverde’s cloud forest or relaxing on the pristine jungle of Tortuguero, Costa Rica really is a nature lover's paradise.

Active and outdoor Adventure

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge

Age Range

6-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

San Jose, Tortuguero, Arenal Vol

San Jose, Tortuguero, Arenal Volcano National Park, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve

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Duration10 days

From

USD 1,412

USD 1,164

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USD 248

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San Jose Adventure Tour: Real Guatemala To Costa Rica

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Real Guatemala to Costa Rica

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From the Guatemalan highlands to the cloud forests of Costa Rica (and all the surf spots in between), you’ll join a new group of soon-to-be friends and roll through four Central American countries for a taste of this diverse region. Discover tropical forests alive with jungle melodies, vast freshwater lakes and active volcanoes – this wildlife-rich pocket of Central America is ready to be explored. Turn your eyes to a volcanic crater in Cerro Verde, spot colourful birds on the facades of Granada, stand in the shadow of the mighty Arenal Volcano and search for sloths among the canopy of Monteverde Cloud Forest. This trip through Guatemala, El Salvador, Nicaragua and Costa Rica is perfect for those who like their adventures 'la forma natural'.

Adventure

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Hostel, Camping

Age Range

18-35 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

San Jose, Antigua, San Jorge La

San Jose, Antigua, San Jorge La Laguna, San Juan Del Sur, Monteverde, La Fortuna, Cerro Verde National Park, San Salvador, Leon, Granada, Ometepe Island

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Duration17 days

From

USD 1,820

USD 1,501

Saving

USD 319

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San Jose Adventure Tour: One Week In Costa Rica

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One Week In Costa Rica

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Calling all nature lovers, solo travellers and young adventurers! Spend a week in Costa Rica beginning in San Jose – the thriving urban centre with colourful markets, vibrant nightlife and spontaneous art fairs. Explore Monteverde’s Cloud Forest at your own pace, keeping your eye out for sloths and the elusive quetzal bird. Head to La Fortuna, shadowed by the immense Arenal Volcano, and enjoy free time to chase waterfalls and soak away your worries in the natural thermal hot springs. Explore Cahuita National Park with a hike and a swim, then enjoy some beach time on the Caribbean coast in Puerto Viejo. If you're lucky, spot sloths, hummingbirds, iguanas, monkeys, toucans, coatimundis, quetzals and racoons, then take a cooking class to learn the local cuisine. With a local leader with insider knowledge and a likeminded group of travellers – what better way to dive into Costa Rica?

Adventure

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-35 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

San Jose, Monteverde, La Fortuna

San Jose, Monteverde, La Fortuna, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

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Duration8 days

From

USD 695

USD 607

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USD 88

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San Jose Adventure Tour: Sarapiqui With White River Rafting, Short Break

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Sarapiqui With White River Rafting, Short Break

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Enjoy a lovely two-night-stay at the jungle of Sarapiqui; this is a well-known region for its amazing and rich biodiversity as well as for being an adventure seeker’s dream destination. Lying in the northeast of the country and bordered by Nicaragua in the north, Sarapiqui is a very popular tourist getaway for families and thrill-seekers alike.

Adventure

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge

Age Range

6-99 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

San Jose, Sarapiqui

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Duration3 days

From

USD 617

USD 509

Saving

USD 108

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San Jose Adventure Tour: Mystic Forests Of Costa Rica

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Mystic Forests Of Costa Rica

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Enjoy the best of Costa Rica on this 8-day guaranteed departure! Explore wonderful rainforests, volcanos, cloud forests and the exotic North Caribbean side of Costa Rica. Discover a country of great natural beauty, whether you are watching the Arenal volcano whilst bathing in hot springs, walking through the canopy of Monteverde's cloud forest or relaxing on the pristine beaches of Tortuguero. This is truly a nature lover’s paradise!

Active and outdoor Adventure

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Eco Lodge, Hotel, Lodge

Age Range

6-99 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

San Jose, Tortuguero, Tortuguero

San Jose, Tortuguero, Tortuguero National Park, Arenal, Arenal Volcano National Park, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve

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Duration8 days

From

USD 1,890

USD 1,559

Saving

USD 332

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From The Atlantic To The Pacific

Jaco Beach, Short Break

Puerto Viejo Beach, Short Break

Wild Jungles And Secret Mountains Of Costa Rica (on Request)

From The Atlantic To The Pacific, Self-drive

Romantic Adventure In Costa Rica (on Request)

Romantic Adventure In Costa Rica, Self-drive (on Request)

The Best Of Costa Rica, Self-drive

Real Guatemala to Costa Rica

One Week In Costa Rica

Sarapiqui With White River Rafting, Short Break

Mystic Forests Of Costa Rica

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All San Jose Adventure Trips

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