
SAN JOSE TOURS
Arenal Volcano by Night & Hot Springs
(ONE DAY)

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Price : $79.00 U.S.D.
Pick up time : 10:00 a.m. approximately.
Duration : 11 hours
Our most popular tour! The Arenal Volcano is one of the most active volcanoes in the Americas . From our observation point, you will feel the ground tremble and see the night sky explode with ash and lava in a natural display of fireworks. Next, we will visit the hot springs of the volcano, where you can relax in the soothing waters and be caressed by the cool night air while observing the stars and the incredible night sky above the volcano. At a convenient time after your arrival, we will treat you to a splendid dinner. This is absolutely an evening you will not want to miss in Costa Rica ! On this tour we will also visit the town of Sarchí , well known for the beauty of the handcrafts that they produce. (Lunch and dinner included).
Suggested Equipment: swimsuit, comfortable walking shoes (if there is good weather), sweater, insect repellent, and a towel (optional).
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Carara Biological Reserve & Beach Resort (ONE DAY) ( minimum 4 pax )
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Price: $75.00 U.S.D.
Pick up time : 6:40 a.m. approximately
Duration : 10 hours.
Highly recommended! We begin with a delicious breakfast and a comfortable ride to the pacific town of Tarcoles . Here we will explore one of the most fascinating National Parks of the Tropical Forest in Costa Rica . The Park is famous for its abundance of flora and species of fauna. Crocodiles, ocelots, sloths , monkeys, scarlet macaws, toucans, trogons and many other species of the Tropical Forest can be seen. There is also time to relax and enjoy the nearby beach. If you came to Costa Rica to enjoy the splendid tropical plants and wildlife, this is one tour you will not want miss! (Includes: Breakfast & lunch). Suggested Equipment: insect repellent, camera, binoculars, rubber soled walking shoes (only in the rain season), rain coat, sunscreen, swimsuit and towel . |
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Poás Volcano National Park
(ONE DAY)
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Price :$36.00 U.S.D.
Pick up time :8:30 a.m. approximately.
Duration:5 hours
The Poás Volcano is one of the world's largest geysers with an awesome crater, over 1.5 km. wide! The volcano is active, but completely safe for viewing. This tour begins with a beautiful drive through the lush coffee plantations and flower farms of the area. In addition to the volcano, the Poás National Park is a 9,884-acre reserve with rich tropical vegetation and animal life. The tour includes a hike through the surrounding forest that is teeming with typical plant life and exotic birds. The hike concludes at a restful, emerald green, tropical lagoon. Suggested Equipment: Sweater, camera, binoculars , comfortable shoes , rain coat . |
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Lankester Gardens & Orosi Valley
(ONE DAY)
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Price: $42.00 U.S.D. (with lunch)
Pick up time: 10:30 a.m. approximately
Duration: 6 hours
After our visit to the Basílica de Los Angeles we will drive to the Lankester Gardens . The Lankester Gardens are a Tropical Paradise featuring over 800 varieties of exotic orchids, various tropical flowers, and plant life. This tour continues with a ride through the unique beauty of the famous Orosi Valley and Reventazón River . The area is noted for its rich soil, abundant plant life, and the outstanding coffee plantations. We will have a stop for lunch in a restaurant surrounded by beautiful coffee plantations and an excellent view to the Cachí Lake . Along the way, we will visit one of the oldest colonial churches and see the enchanting "Dreamers House". Suggested Equipment: Sweater, camera, binoculars, comfortable walking shoes, rain coat. |
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Isla Tortuga ( Pacific Island Cruise)
(ONE DAY)

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Price: $99.00 U.S.D.
Pick up time: 6:30 a.m. approximately
Duration:11 hours
Costa Rica is famous for its romantic day cruises to its exotic Pacific Islands! After a comfortable ride to the Pacific coast, you will board a luxurious yacht for the Pacific Island adventure. Our final destiny, the Tortuga (Turtle) Island which is famous for pristine white sand beaches, crystal clear water and superb snorkeling . A wonderful seafood buffet will be served on the beach. You will not want to miss this island paradise adventure! (Includes snack & lunch). Suggested Equipment: Sweater, camera, binoculars, swimsuit, sun block and towel. |
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The Best of Costa Rica (4 in One)
(ONE DAY)

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Price :$79.00 U.S.D.
Pick up time: 6:30 a.m. approximately
Duration:11 hours
We begin our journey driving by the monument "El Agricultor " and the Juan Santamaria International Airport . During the drive you will begin to feel at home in Costa Rica as we enter the City of Alajuela , with the second largest population in the country. The city of Alajuela is proud to display the monument of our National Hero "Juan Santamaria ". While appreciating the history of the monument, not far away is the well-known park of "Los Mangos" and the old military headquarters which has been transformed into a museum and school of technical teaching.
As we continue our drive north, we begin to observe the vast difference between the construction of city homes to the ones that encompass the green countryside. These homes are surrounded by strawberry farms, huge ferns, and flower plantations, which compliment the massive coffee fields.
We now begin our assent to the national park where we will soon relax and enjoy an authentic cup of Costa Rican coffee accompanied by a delicious tropical breakfast. You will feel a change in temperature and the lush vegetation becomes apparent, preparing us for the pleasures of the exuberant cloud forest of the Poás Volcano. On a clear day the view of the main crater is admired by all visitors, with its diameter is considered one of the widest in the world. After this we will enjoy a quick hike on a trail which leads us to the Botos Lagoon (an extinct crater), where many different ecosystems exist and where some of the many species of flora and fauna of this cloud forest can be observed. After leaving the National Park we will be able to observe some dairy farms which have become the pride of Costa Ricans, due to the quality and the rich tasting products that are currently being exported to several other Latin American countries.
As we continue towards the Caribbean zone, we will stop to discover La Paz Waterfall Gardens , a Nature Park where we will walk on the truly spectacular trails that will lead us to Magia Blanca Falls (the largest and the most spectacular of the falls in the area). At the Park you will also witness the largest enclosed butterfly observatory in the world with a beautiful collection of tropical jewels. After a terrific lunch we will continue to Sarapiquí and on our way we come across the La Paz Waterfall, where we take some time to enjoy the splendid view. Less than a mile away we will encounter yet another waterfall surrounded by virgin forest, which becomes a great photo opportunity.
As our journey continues we have the pleasure of observing the unique characteristics of the Atlantic area. We come across quaint towns and farmhouses that are encompassed by beautiful pineapple, yuca , coco, and heart of palm plantations. One could never miss the tropical plants that enhance this picturesque view. Once we arrive at Puerto Viejo ( Old Port ), we will be ready to enjoy a relaxing boat ride on the Sarapiquí River , just sit back and observe the wildlife that is around you. The monkeys, iguanas, crocodiles, and the variety of birds will allow you to relax and concentrate on the scenery. During the boat ride our guide will also explain to us about life style of the friendly people that live at the river margins. Before returning to San Jose we will drive through the unforgettable rain forest of Braulio Carrillo National Park, one of the most important rainforest reserves for Costa Rica .
INCLUDES: Breakfast, visit to coffee fields, Poás Volcano National Park craters and cloud forest trails, Botos Lagoon, visit to La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park and all its natural wonders , La Paz , Magia Blanca and San Fernando Falls . lunch , jungle ride on the Sarapiquí River , visit to a butterfly and tropical frogs garden, snacks, and sightseeing the 45,899 ha. Braulio Carrillo National Park . Suggested Equipment: Hat, light jacket, raingear, walking shoes, insect repellent, binoculars, and camera. |
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Monteverde Biological Reserve
(ONE DAY) ( minimum 4 pax )

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Price : $125.00 U.S.D.
Pick up time: 6:00 a.m. approximately
Duration:13 hours
Monteverde is well known for the beauty and exuberance of the Cloud Forest Reserve; which is famous worldwide. It offers the visitor a large variety of trees, flowers and birds. The Canopy, from the top of the trees, is absolutely incredible! You will finish this day with great lasting memories to share with your loved ones! (Includes breakfast and lunch). Suggested Equipment: Sweater, camera, binoculars, comfortable walking shoes, rain coat, insect repellent. |
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Braulio Carrillo National Park
( ONE DAY ) ( minimum 3 pax )

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Price :$78.00 U.S.D.
Pick up time : 7:15 a.m. approximately.
Duration:8 hours
The tour includes an exciting walk through various hiking trails in the Braulio Carrillo National Park ; one of the most important rain forest reserves in Costa Rica . We will have a boat tour through the Sarapiquí River , known for the many species of fauna that can be seen at its margins. (Lunch included). Suggested Equipment: comfortable walking shoes, sweater, rain coat, binoculars. |
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Canopy Tour
(ONE DAY)

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Price :$77.00 U.S.D.
Pick up time : 9:00 a.m. approximately.
Duration:6 hours
Early in the morning we will leave the busy city and head up to the mountains surrounding our Central Valley . Along the way you will be able to drive by some typical Costa Rican Towns and enjoy the variety of vegetation, and the scenery of coffee fields and ornamental plants. As we ascend you will experience the climate changes, a common characteristic of our country. The canopy Tour is a once in a lifetime experience, consisting of sliding in a cable between platforms over the forest. The total length of the wires is more than 2 kms . between 12 platforms. The San Lorenzo Canopy has one of the longest cables in all Central American Canopies with a little more than 700 meters long. During the tour, you will have the opportunity to appreciate the valley and the tropical forest, while you enjoy our two groups of cables: The Forest and the Adventure Cables. Finishing the tour, after a short walk to La Gran Vista Restaurant, enjoy a delicious lunch and a great view. Suggested Equipment: Camera, Light clothing, Comfortable hiking shoes , Repellent . |
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Tortuguero National Park
(ONE DAY)

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Price : $75.00 U.S.D.
Pick up time : 6:00 a.m. approximately.
Depart from San José accompained by your bilingual naturalist guide. Driving first past coffe plantations, we'll head into the mountains of Braulio Carrillo National Park where steep slopes are covered with thick cloud forest and beatiful waterfalls can be seen from the road. Just after Braulio Carrillo National Park , we stop for a typical Costa Rican breakfast, fresh fruit, coffee, eggs and the popular gallo pinto. Following breakfast, we continue to a Banana Plantation, where we visit a Banana Packing Plant. Your guide will explain the process of growing and exporting tha fruit. We later abandon our bus and embark on the most exiting part of this tour: the boat trip into the jungle on the Caribbean Canals to the world famous Tortuguero National Park . We will enjoy a hearty, typical lunch to please the hungriest of appetites. After lunch we will take a tour to Tortuguero Town where you will have a chance to interact with the local people as you walk on the beach. Returning to the bus, we head back to San José , making a rest stop along the way and arriving around 6:30pm |
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For honeymoon travel,
family travel,
and non surf trips,
we recommend
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