Tours and Trips in Central Valley

Discover the extraordinary natural beauty and amazing biodiversity of Costa Rica on this 9-day tour of the country's northwestern region. Departing from San Jose, visit Arenal Volcano National Park, Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge, the cloud forest of Monteverde, Tamarindo's famed beaches, and Vida Aventura Nature Park in Guanacaste. The tour includes 8 nights of accommodation, all transfers, exciting activities, and many meals so you can skip the stress of planning and simply enjoy your spectacular Costa Rica vacation.

Discover the vast natural wonders of Costa Rica with a 13-day tour of the country's top national parks, and visit 7 national parks over 2 weeks. Hike through Quetzales National Park's cloud forest; relax on Manuel Antonio's white sand beaches; discover the rich flora and fauna of Carara National Park and trek Arenal Volcano National Park's incredible lava flow trail. Swim in natural pools, spot wildlife like scarlet macaws, iguanas and even American crocodiles and experience local nature and culture as you go. This multi-day trip includes comfy lodgings throughout.

Explore a protected tropical rainforest on a 4-hour hanging bridges tour from La Fortuna, and hike a 2-mile (3.1-km) circuit that crosses a series of 15 bridges with extraordinary views of the jungle canopy. Watch for brilliant birds, monkeys, boars and jewel-toned frogs as you follow your guide through the forest, and listen to the sounds of tropical birdsongs and trilling insects. Experience Costa Rica’s rich diversity and lush habitat in terrain that abuts the Arenal volcano, and discover a remarkable world hidden in thick rainforest canopy.

Enjoy two can't-miss Costa Rican experiences with a trip to Arenal Volcano (Volcan Arenal) and Baldi Hot Springs Resort. This overnight tour from San Jose gives you the chance to watch for lava flowing down an active volcano and then enjoy a relaxing soak in thermal waters. One night of accommodation is included.

Explore nature attractions in Costa Rica with this 8-day adventure-packed hiking tour. Starting in San Jose, you'll head to the impressive Toro Waterfall. From there, tackle some semi-challenging terrain on the way to the Cerro Chato Volcano near Arenal, followed by a possible dip in the pools of the Fortuna Waterfall. The tour also includes a visit to the Tenorio Volcano National Park, where you can spot wildlife. Finally, hike in the mountains of Quepos along the Costa Rican coastline.

Located in Mistico Park, Arenal Hanging Bridges is known as one of Costa Rica's most beautiful environmental projects - a combination of trails and bridges through the rain forest near Arenal Volcano. On this tour you can travel through the park and across elevated bridges, see views of the volcano, and enjoy close-up encounters with native flora and fauna. Your guide, a wildlife specialist, provides helpful narrative along the way.

Embark on a 4-day Arenal Adventure from San Jose, with drop-off at Liberia Airport. Set out from Costa Rica's capital city to La Fortuna, where you'll start the following day with a thrilling zip ride through lush rainforest canopy. Continue your outdoor activities on a Class II and III white water rafting trip down the Balsa River, keeping an eye out for playful monkeys, colorful toucans and lazy sloths as you go. This multi-day tour includes some meals, comfy lodgings and drop-off at Liberia International Airport for your flight home.

Find your bliss with a classic Costa Rican experience that combines a seismic dose of adventure and relaxation! On this full-day trip from San Jose, visit the very active Arenal Volcano and explore its base with a guided nature hike. Then, unwind with a soak in a variety of geothermal pools at the luxurious Tabacón hot springs. The tour also includes a stop at the artisan town of Sarchí, plus delicious lunch and dinner.

Spend a delightful day soaking in the dramatic vistas and relaxing hot springs of Arenal. Explore Arenal 1968 Park with an easy hike and take in awe-inspiring views of the active volcano and lush jungle. Then, unwind and give your muscles a good soak in the natural pools of nearby volcanic hot springs. Choose from three different hot springs to suit your style, and finish the night with a dinner of traditional Costa Rican cuisine.

On this guided 10-day tour, discover some of Costa Rica's must-see attractions, including the Tortuguero Canals, San Jose, the Arenal Volcano, and the Monteverde Cloud Forest. This set itinerary takes the guesswork out of planning an extended stay and offers enough free time to explore on your own. The tour includes all lodging, most meals, and transportation, and begins and ends at the San Jose International Airport.

Learn about the natural charms that make the Arenal area famous on this 4-hour hanging bridges tour. Walk with an expert guide along a series of 15 bridges, which vary in length from 16- to 130-feet long (5 to 100 meters), that allow for a unique perspective on the rain forest plants and animals. Your guide will point out wildlife along the way for a tour as entertaining as it is educational.

This all-inclusive tour from San Jose makes it easy to experience the majestic beauty and rejuvenating thermal waters of Arenal. Everything is arranged, from transport and a hotel reservation to meals with a view of Costa Rica's most impressive volcano. All you have to do is choose from one of four outdoor adventures and relax with a soak in one of Arenal's top-rated hot spring resorts.

See the best of Costa Rica in a single day on this 12.5-hour four-in-one tour that's perfect for outdoor adventurers. Cross the famous hanging bridges, where you'll experience the beauty of walking high above the jungle floor. Take in the incredible wonder of La Fortuna Waterfall and hike to the top of a nearby volcano where you'll capture incredible views of Costa Rican countryside. This tour includes a stop at Tabacon Hot Springs and a traditional meal of regional cuisine prepared in the home of a warm and welcoming local. It's the perfect way to experience the beauty, excitement and adventure of Costa Rica in a single day.

From the white-sand shores of the Pacific Ocean to the cloud forests and volcanic hot springs of the northern plains, Costa Rica is a country rightfully renowned for its natural beauty. See this small country's biggest attractions on a guided 7-night tour, which includes a mix of must-do activities and time to relax, as well as all transportation, accommodation, and a daily breakfast.

Go deep into the rainforest surrounding the Arenal volcano with a 7-hour, 2-in-1 combo tour that includes a safari float, canopy walk and the scenic La Fortuna waterfall. Watch for monkeys, sloths, iguanas and caymans while navigating a gentle river, then get a bird's-eye view of the forest as you walk between tree tops on a series of narrow suspension bridges. Continue to a jungle waterfall, slip into clear water fringed with lush foliage, then enjoy a traditional Costa Rican lunch and locally grown coffee before returning to your hotel.

Experience the very best of Costa Rica's northwestern provinces on this action-packed 8-day tour. Soak in bubbling natural hot springs with views of the active Arenal Volcano, cruise through the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge on a boat tour, catch some rays on the beaches of Guanacaste and enjoy the classic Costa Rican adventures of ziplining, horseback riding and mud baths. This perfectly planned tour includes 7 nights of accommodation, professional guides, many meals and all transport.

An all-inclusive tour is an efficient and affordable way to visit Costa Rica's essential highlights in just a week. Transportation, activities, meals, and lodging are included on your visits to Arenal Volcano, Monteverde Cloud Forest, Tortuguero Canals, and more. Plus, traveling with a guide means gleaning lots of insight into local culture and history that you might miss traveling alone. This tour is limited to just four people for a more personalized experience.

Experience Costa Rica without giving a thought to transportation or itineraries during this multi-experience, 12-day, guided, small-group trip with accommodations and skip-the-line access included. Nature-lovers and adrenaline-seekers can visit waterfalls, volcanoes, beaches and more in four different regions and wind down by taking in the sights and enjoying local food and the Costa Rican lifestyle.

Experience one of the most biodiverse places on the planet with this 11-day  tour of Costa Rica. Cruise through the tropical rain forests of Tortuguero National Park and soak up the sun on the pristine white sand beaches of Manuel Antonio. Discover the unique ecosystems of Monteverde's cloud forest and relax in natural hot springs at the base of an active volcano in Arenal. The tour includes all transport, park fees, many meals, and 10 nights of accommodation.

Visit the Arenal Volcano and the Tabacon Hot Springs in the northern lowlands of Costa Rica on this all-day guided tour. Arrive in the town of La Fortuna and enjoy lunch, which is included, while catching views of the Arenal Volcano. Then, visit the Tabacon Hot Springs, one of the area's popular relaxation spots.