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Costa Rica Tours & Experiences

Top-rated tours for travelers from the USA — volcanoes, cloud forests, beaches, and wildlife. Book with free cancellation on most departures.

21 experiences found

Tour and Night Walk La FortunaFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Costa Rica

Tour and Night Walk La Fortuna

2 hrs👥 Varies
5.0 (177 reviews)
From$54/person
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Tubing in Rio CelesteFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Costa Rica

Tubing in Rio Celeste

1 hr👥 Varies
5.0 (162 reviews)
From$50/person
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Costa Rica The Chela Cooking ExperiencePopularEasy
Experience·Costa Rica

Costa Rica The Chela Cooking Experience

2 hrs👥 Varies
5.0 (145 reviews)
From$60/person
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Surf Lesson + Beach day in Jaco Beach!Free cancellationEasy
Experience·Costa Rica

Surf Lesson + Beach day in Jaco Beach!

2 hrs👥 Varies
5.0 (114 reviews)
From$52/person
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Surfing Classes Manuel AntonioFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Costa Rica

Surfing Classes Manuel Antonio

2 hrs👥 Varies
5.0 (107 reviews)
From$105/person
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White Water Rafting Half Day Naranjo River (Apr. 15th-Jan. 10th)Free cancellationEasy
Experience·Costa Rica

White Water Rafting Half Day Naranjo River (Apr. 15th-Jan. 10th)

3.8 hrs👥 Varies
5.0 (104 reviews)
From$105/person
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2-Hour Surf Lesson in MontezumaFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Costa Rica

2-Hour Surf Lesson in Montezuma

2 hrs👥 Varies
5.0 (100 reviews)
From$73/person
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Specialized Group Surf Lesson in Playa HermosaFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Costa Rica

Specialized Group Surf Lesson in Playa Hermosa

1.5 hrs👥 Varies
5.0 (87 reviews)
From$100/person
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Half day surf and adventure in MontezumaFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Costa Rica

Half day surf and adventure in Montezuma

4 hrs👥 Varies
5.0 (85 reviews)
From$70/person
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Beginners surf lessons on tamarindo beachFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Costa Rica

Beginners surf lessons on tamarindo beach

2 hrs👥 Varies
5.0 (83 reviews)
From$80/person
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Lake Arenal Private Paddle Board ExperienceFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Costa Rica

Lake Arenal Private Paddle Board Experience

2.5 hrs👥 Varies
5.0 (82 reviews)
From$70/person
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Guided Walking Street Art & Graffiti Tour in Jaco Costa RicaFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Costa Rica

Guided Walking Street Art & Graffiti Tour in Jaco Costa Rica

2 hrs👥 Varies
5.0 (78 reviews)
From$39/person
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White Water Rafting class VFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Costa Rica

White Water Rafting class V

6 hrs👥 Varies
5.0 (77 reviews)
From$150/person
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ATV Hidden Beaches TourFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Costa Rica

ATV Hidden Beaches Tour

3 hrs👥 Varies
5.0 (76 reviews)
From$140/person
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Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediatesFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Costa Rica

Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates

2 hrs👥 Varies
5.0 (75 reviews)
From$65/person
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Jaco Birdwatching and Photography with SergioFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Costa Rica

Jaco Birdwatching and Photography with Sergio

3 hrs👥 Varies
5.0 (74 reviews)
From$102/person
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Awesome Fun Rafting Class 3 Balsa River 5-Hour Tour in La FortunaFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Costa Rica

Awesome Fun Rafting Class 3 Balsa River 5-Hour Tour in La Fortuna

5 hrs👥 Varies
5.0 (73 reviews)
From$88/person
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Ebano Waterfalls and Rainforest Safari TourFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Costa Rica

Ebano Waterfalls and Rainforest Safari Tour

4 hrs👥 Varies
5.0 (72 reviews)
From$85/person
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Private Guided Walking Tour in Hacienda Baru TICKET NOT includedFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Costa Rica

Private Guided Walking Tour in Hacienda Baru TICKET NOT included

2 hrs👥 Varies
5.0 (70 reviews)
From$88/person
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Observation of Turtles in their Natural Habitat in TortugueroFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Costa Rica

Observation of Turtles in their Natural Habitat in Tortuguero

1 hr👥 Varies
5.0 (68 reviews)
From$34/person
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Costa Rica Descents Organic FarmFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Costa Rica

Costa Rica Descents Organic Farm

1 hr👥 Varies
5.0 (63 reviews)
From$59/person
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Live inventory · prices in USD

Travel guide

Planning Costa Rica tours

Costa Rica is one of the easiest tropical destinations for travelers from the USA, Canada, and the UK — short flights, strong tourism infrastructure, and thousands of bookable experiences across beaches, volcanoes, and cloud forest.

Use this catalog to compare live Viator tours by destination, then save favorites to your trip plan. Prices shown are starting rates in USD until you confirm dates and party size.

How to choose a tour

  • Start with a destination hub (La Fortuna, Jacó, Manuel Antonio / Quepos, Monteverde) if your itinerary is fixed.
  • Filter by duration and difficulty so adventure days match your fitness and schedule.
  • Prefer free-cancellation options when your flights or lodging are still flexible.

New to the country? Read our Visit Jacó hub for a Central Pacific example of how a city page ties tours, transfers, and tips together.

Good to know

FAQs about Costa Rica tours

Do I need to book Costa Rica tours in advance?

For dry-season weeks and popular activities (Arenal, Manuel Antonio, Tortuguero packages), booking ahead is smart. Shoulder season is more flexible, but top-rated tours still sell out on weekends.

Are prices in USD?

Yes — listings show starting prices in USD via Viator. Final checkout confirms the total for your dates and group size.

Can I cancel if my plans change?

Many experiences offer free cancellation up to a stated cutoff. Always check the product page before you pay — policies vary by operator.

  • Look for the free-cancellation badge on tour cards when comparing options.
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