San Jose Beach 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.

San Jose Beach Tour: Volcanoes, Nature And Caribbean, Self-drive

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Volcanoes, Nature And Caribbean, Self-drive

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Explore Costa Rica´s spectacular nature, imposing volcanoes, and the pristine Caribbean beaches in this round-trip adventure that begins and ends in the capital city, San Jose. Enjoy nine days of memorable experiences, walking around Arenal Volcano National Park, discovering Tortuguero National Park, and relaxing on the Southern Caribbean Coast. Get to know a different side of Costa Rica, whose local population boasts Afro-Caribbean heritage. Explore the pristine beaches, hike through the emblematic rainforests, and admire the reef system during an unforgettable snorkelling tour. This journey is sure to impress, offering you memories to last a lifetime.

Active and outdoor

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Eco Lodge, Lodge

Age Range

6-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

San Jose, Alajuela, Arenal, Aren

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

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Duration9 days

From

USD 1,354

USD 1,116

Saving

USD 238

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San Jose Beach Tour: Essential Costa Rica - Package With Guanacaste, Self-drive

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Essential Costa Rica - Package With Guanacaste, Self-drive

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Uncover essential Costa Rica during this 10-day exotic adventure. Beginning and ending in the capital, San Jose, this self-drive tour offers you the chance to discover different aspects of this emblematic destination. Visit the most predominant natural areas of Costa Rica, including Arenal Volcano National Park, and the cloud forest of Monteverde. Enjoy an unforgettable excursion in Tortuguero, in a shared shuttle and boat, and spend precious time in mesmerising Tamarindo, one of Costa Rica’s most famous beaches, indulging in the fun surf town atmosphere and getting closer to the inspiring local culture and adventurous spirit.During the trip, keep an eye out for a variety of animals and don’t forget to mingle with the friendly locals for an all-round experience.

Active and outdoor

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Eco Lodge, Lodge

Age Range

6-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

San Jose, Alajuela, Tortuguero

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

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Duration10 days

From

USD 1,420

USD 1,171

Saving

USD 249

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San Jose Beach Tour: Surf Costa Rica, Self-drive (on Request)

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Surf Costa Rica, Self-drive (on Request)

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This 10-day self-drive tour is the perfect combination of surfing and driving on your own. With miles of white sand beaches and unparalleled waves, Costa Rica is a world-class surfing destination. You can relax and surf in places like the tiny village of Jacó with beaches of volcanic sand and Tamarindo where a reputation has been forgotten by the beauty of this city and its beaches and end to San José Costa Rica’s vibrant capital city was founded in the mid-18th century, boasting great cultural and historical landmarks.

Self-drive or vehicle rental

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

6-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

San Jose, Tamarindo, Jaco, Dominical

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Duration10 days

From

USD 1,474

USD 1,215

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USD 259

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San Jose Beach Tour: Treasures Of Costa Rica, Private Tour

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Treasures Of Costa Rica, Private Tour

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Uncover the treasures of Costa Rica during this eight-day exotic tour. Beginning and ending in the capital, San Jose, this tour offers you the chance to discover different aspects of this emblematic destination. Visit the most predominant natural areas of Costa Rica, including Arenal Volcano National Park, and the cloud forest of Monteverde. Spend precious time in the most beautiful gems of Costa Rica, Manuel Antonio Reserve. Sit back and relax on the endless beaches and enjoy a kayak adventure on the open Pacific Ocean. Manuel Antonio Natural Park is a real treasure of Costa Rica, and its buzzing wildlife will attract all-natural world enthusiasts.

Active and outdoor Beach

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge, Villa

Age Range

6-99 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

San Jose, Alajuela, Arenal, Mont

San Jose, Alajuela, Arenal, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve, Manuel Antonio

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Duration8 days

From

USD 1,640

USD 1,353

Saving

USD 288

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San Jose Beach Tour: Magic Costa Rica 9 Days, Self-drive

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Magic Costa Rica 9 Days, Self-drive

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Enjoy the highlights of Costa Rica on this nine-day itinerary. Beginning and ending in the capital, San Jose, this tour offers you the chance to discover different aspects of this emblematic destination. Visit the most predominant natural areas of Costa Rica, such as Arenal Volcano National Park, and spend precious time in mesmerising Tamarindo, one of Costa Rica’s most famous beaches. Enjoy the comfort of the rented car for part of the tour so you can explore on your own the Guanacaste province which has so much to offer.

Active and outdoor Beach

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge

Age Range

6-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

San Jose, Tortuguero, Arenal, Tamarindo

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Duration9 days

From

USD 1,130

USD 932

Saving

USD 198

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San Jose Beach Tour: Beaches And Nature With Tambor, Self-drive

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Beaches And Nature With Tambor, Self-drive

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This comprehensive 15-day tour takes you to some of the most exotic and picturesque areas of the stunning country of Costa Rica. Relax on the sunny shores of Tambor as well as throughout the tour, enjoy an unforgettable excursion in Tortuguero, in a shared shuttle and boat, and take advantage of the freedom to choose optional excursions in the different destinations. From soft sandy beaches to fascinating cloud forests and vibrant volcanoes, this memorable tour will allow you to discover the real Costa Rica while experiencing its incredible wildlife and interesting culture.

Active and outdoor

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Eco Lodge, Lodge, Resort

Age Range

6-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Liberia City, Tamarindo Beach, S

Liberia City, Tamarindo Beach, Sarapiqui, Arenal, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve, Samara Beach, Tambor Beach, San Jose, Tortuguero, Tortuguero National Park

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Duration15 days

From

USD 2,302

USD 1,898

Saving

USD 404

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San Jose Beach Tour: Treasures Of Costa Rica, Self-drive

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Treasures Of Costa Rica, Self-drive

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Enjoy the highlights of Costa Rica on this eight-day itinerary, including wonderful rainforests, volcano, cloud forests, tropical beaches and wildlife. 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 beaches of Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica really is a nature lover's paradise.

Active and outdoor Beach

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge

Age Range

6-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

San Jose, Arenal Volcano Nationa

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

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Duration8 days

From

USD 829

USD 683

Saving

USD 145

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Design your own personalized Beach 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.

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Travel Expert in Costa Rica
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Costa Rica Pura Vida

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Enjoy the best of Costa Rica with this six-day trip and cover destinations like San José, La Paz Waterfall Gardens, Tortuga Island, Irazu Volcano and Cartago city. Discover the lush, incredible beauty of Costa Rica and learn more about why this part of the world is also called the ‘Rich Coast.’ This adventure takes you into the heart of a country whose people are all about ‘pura vida’ (pure life). To ensure that you never get bored during your Costa Rica stay, we have included a variety of activities during this trip, ranging from a national park visit to a catamaran ride. Scroll down to the itinerary section for more details.

Waterfalls

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

1-90 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

San Jose, La Paz Waterfall, Tortuga Island

Duration6 days

From

USD 1,999

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San Jose Beach Tour: Costa Rica & Manuel Antonio 7 Days, Self-drive

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Costa Rica & Manuel Antonio 7 Days, Self-drive

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Uncover Costa Rica during this seven-day exotic self-drive adventure. Beginning and ending in the capital, San Jose, this tour offers you the chance to discover different aspects of this emblematic destination. Spend precious time visiting the Manuel Antonio National Park, one of the most stunning conservation areas on the planet.

Active and outdoor

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Villa

Age Range

6-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

San Jose, Alajuela, Arenal Volca

San Jose, Alajuela, Arenal Volcano National Park, Manuel Antonio

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Duration7 days

From

USD 583

USD 481

Saving

USD 102

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Essential Costa Rica - Package With Manuel Antonio National Park, Self-drive

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Uncover essential Costa Rica during this 10-day exotic adventure. Beginning and ending in the capital, San Jose, this tour offers you the chance to discover different aspects of this emblematic destination. Enjoy an unforgettable excursion in Tortuguero, in a shared shuttle and boat and then visit the most predominant natural areas of Costa Rica, including the Arenal Volcano National Park, and the cloud forest of Monteverde. Spend precious time visiting the Manuel Antonio National Park, one of the most stunning conservation areas on the planet. During the trip, keep an eye out for a variety of animals, bugs, as well as plants and don’t forget to mingle with the friendly locals for a versatile experience.

Active and outdoor

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge, Eco Lodge, Villa

Age Range

6-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

San Jose, Alajuela, Tortuguero

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

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Duration10 days

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Fantasy On Beaches And Volcanoes, Self-drive

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Enjoy the highlights of Costa Rica on this seven-day itinerary, including wonderful rainforest and volcano, tropical jungles 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 or relaxing on the charming beaches of Tamarindo, Costa Rica really is a nature lover's paradise.

Active and outdoor Beach

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Resort

Age Range

6-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

San Jose, Arenal Volcano Nationa

San Jose, Arenal Volcano National Park, Tamarindo

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Duration7 days

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Volcanoes, Nature And Caribbean, Self-drive

Essential Costa Rica - Package With Guanacaste, Self-drive

Surf Costa Rica, Self-drive (on Request)

Treasures Of Costa Rica, Private Tour

Magic Costa Rica 9 Days, Self-drive

Beaches And Nature With Tambor, Self-drive

Treasures Of Costa Rica, Self-drive

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

Costa Rica Pura Vida

Costa Rica & Manuel Antonio 7 Days, Self-drive

Essential Costa Rica - Package With Manuel Antonio National Park, Self-drive

Fantasy On Beaches And Volcanoes, Self-drive

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All San Jose Beach Trips

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