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Experience the heart of Central America with our 70 diverse Costa Rican tours slated for 2025. Costa Rica, a land where the whispers of the ocean waves complement the chorus of the rainforest, offers an unparalleled blend of adventure and tranquility. From the serene beaches that stretch along the Pacific to the verdant rainforests teeming with life, each tour promises a symphony of experiences. Whether you're climbing through the canopy of a giant kapok tree, snorkeling amidst vibrant coral reefs, or rafting down the spirited Pacuare River, the activities are as varied as the landscapes. With a range of easy active to moderate activity levels, these tours cater to the spirited adventurer as well as those seeking a more relaxed pace. Starting at $46, you can immerse yourself in the natural splendor of Costa Rica, where every day offers a new opportunity to connect with the wild heart of this enchanting country. To craft your own tale of adventure in the land of 'Pura Vida', contact one of adventure Life's Costa Rica specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Discover stunning waterfalls in the jungle
from $1,908
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Beaches & Rainforest

8 Day Itinerary
  • Climb a giant kapok tree
  • Raft the Pacuare River
  • Snorkel a large coral reef system
  • Hike through the rainforest
Activity Level
Easy Active
This 8-day Costa Rica tour explores the Caribbean coast, Cahuita National Park, & the Pacuare River. Whitewater rafting, hiking, climbing, and snorkeling will highlight your experience in the lush tropical rainforest, wild rivers, jungle lodges, and beautiful beaches of Costa Rica.
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Howler monkey and baby
from $2,030
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Costa Rica Quest

8 Day Itinerary
  • Observe nesting sea turtles
  • Hike in the rainforest at night
  • Raft the Sarapiqui River
  • Explore nearby Arenal Volcano
Activity Level
Easy Active
This exciting 8-day tour of Costa Rica takes you to Tortuguero National Park, rafting on the thrilling Sarapiqui River, and up the slopes of the active Arenal Volcano! You'll have opportunities to take a night hike in Tirimbina Biological Reserve and learn about the tropical wildlife that inhabits Costa Rica.
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Arenal and flowers
from $2,357
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Adventure Pacifica

9 Day Itinerary
  • Hike near Arenal Volcano
  • Zip-line through cloud forest
  • Raft the Rio Savegre
  • Explore Manuel Antonio's beaches
Activities
Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Easy Active
Enjoy a 9-day version of our classic Adventure Pacifica tour. Experience all that Costa Rica has to offer with opportunities to hike, raft, search for wildlife, zip-line and more. The tour includes visits to Arenal Volcano, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, the rainforest jungles of Manuel Antonio, and whitewater rafting on the Rio Savegre.
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Horses on pasture near Arenal Volcano
from $2,689
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Costa Rica's Mountains and Beaches

8 Day Itinerary
  • Enjoy views of Lake Arenal
  • Relax on the beach
  • Watch for unique bird life
  • Explore Costa Rica's hidden gems
Starts / Ends
Hotel Arenal Manoa / Liberia
Activities
Village Visits
Activity Level
Relaxed
Explore Costa Rica's beaches and mountains on this active 8-day vacation. From wildlife viewing to zip-lining, rainforest canopy tours, and relaxation time, you'll enjoy the best that Costa Rica has to offer. Rincon de la Vieja National Park, Playa Hermosa, Monteverde Cloud Forest, & Arenal Volcano await.
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Wildlife of Costa Rica - colorful tree frog
from $2,877
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Discover Costa Rica

Multisport Adventure Tour - 9 Day Itinerary
  • Raft Class III-IV rapids
  • Bike through an agricultural center
  • Sample local foods from the field
  • Kayak to Ballena Island
Activities
Biking
Activity Level
Easy Active
This thrilling 9-day Costa Rica multisport adventure tour takes you whitewater rafting on the Pacuare River, biking through tropical plantations, hiking the cloud forest at the Savegre Reserve, zip-lining through the canopy at Hacienda Baru, snorkeling & kayaking in Ballena National Park, and strolling along the beaches of the Pacific coastline.
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Rafting the Pacuare River!!
from $2,965
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Costa Rica Family Vacation

9 Day Itinerary
  • Hike near Arenal Volcano
  • Zip-line through the cloud forest
  • Raft the Rio Savegre
  • Explore Manuel Antonio's beaches
Activity Level
Easy Active
Enjoy this 9-day guided Costa Rica adventure tour from San Jose to Arenal Volcano, Monteverde cloud forest, the rainforests of Manuel Antonio National Park, and whitewater of the Savegre River. Experience rivers, rainforests, cloud forests, and volcanoes as you hike, raft, zip-line, and view wildlife in this tropical paradise.
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Rapelling waterfalls on the canyoning tour in Arenal
from $3,470
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Coast to Coast Multisport

10 Day Itinerary
  • Plunge through the Pacuare's rapids
  • Rappel down waterfalls
  • Kayak off the Pacific coast
  • Hike lowland tropical forest
Activities
Wilderness Lodge Exploration
Activity Level
Moderate
Explore Costa Rica from coast to coast on this active 10-day multisport vacation. From river rafting, snorkeling, kayaking, and canyoning to relaxation time, you'll enjoy the best that Costa Rica has to offer while staying in sustainable eco-lodges and reserves. Visit Cahuita National Park, La Tirimbina Reserve, the Pacuare River, & Arenal Volcano.
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Red-eyed tree frog on flower
from $2,292
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Costa Rica Highlights

6 Day Itinerary
  • Skytram and Skytrek Tour
  • Navigate class III rapids tubing
  • Relax on the beaches of Costa Rica
  • Riding at Hacienda Guachipelin
Starts / Ends
Arenal / Liberia
Activities
Whitewater Rafting, Ziplining, Hiking, Spa Relaxation
Activity Level
Relaxed
Explore western Costa Rica's highlights during this 6-day vacation. Glide through the Arenal Rainforest Reserve on the Skytram and Skytrek Tour. Experience Rincon de la Vieja with the Adventure Pass at Hacienda Guachipelin, then unwind at Playa Panamá. Explore Tamarindo's marine wonders with a kayaking and snorkeling tour.
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La Paz Waterfall Gardens in the most visited privately owned ecological attraction in Costa Rica
from $13,113
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Costa Rica Escape

9 Day Itinerary
  • Helicopter over volcanoes
  • Watch the sun set over the Pacific
  • Raft the Sarapiqui River
  • Take a sunset bird watching cruise
Activities
Helicopter Tours
Activity Level
Easy Active
This extraordinary 9-day luxury tour of Costa Rica takes you on a thrilling helicopter ride over Costa Rica's volcanoes, then to La Paz Waterfall, Arenal Volcano and hot springs, the rainforest canopy tram, and to Quepos and Manuel Antonio National Park, where you'll actively explore this rainforest paradise. This trip is like no other!
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Agami Heron at nesting site in Pacuare Reserve
from $2,149
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Wild Costa Rica Corcovado

8 Day Itinerary
  • Whitewater raft the Pacuare River
  • Search for scarlet macaws
  • Camp on sandy beaches
  • Hike along paths in Corcovado
Activity Level
Moderate
Experience an 8-day Costa Rica vacation package that immerses you in the natural wonders of Central America. After a two-day whitewater rafting trip on the Pacuare River, explore the Osa Peninsula and Corcovado National Park, where you can go horseback riding, hiking, kayaking, surfing, snorkeling, whale watching, or take a rainforest canopy tour.
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Holding a baby sea turtle
from $2,425
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Turtles & Rainforest Pacuare Reserve

Pacuare - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Assist biologists on turtle rounds
  • Learn about rainforest ecology
  • Ride horseback through family farms
  • Raft down the Pacuare River
Starts / Ends
San Jose / San Jose
Activities
Volunteering
Activity Level
Easy Active
This 8-day eco-tour of Costa Rica combines nature and adventure as we join biologists to study giant leatherback sea turtles for two nights at Pacuare Nature Reserve. Then we head to Selva Bananito Lodge for a rainforest trip and finish with a whitewater rafting adventure on the raging rapids of the Pacuare River.
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Spot stunning wildlife in the tree canopy
from $4,536
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Wild Costa Rica Escape

6 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest
  • Navigate Costa Rica’s Guanacaste
  • Discover diverse tropical ecosystem
  • Enjoy Isla Tortuga’s beaches
  • Explore volcanic landscapes
Starts / Ends
San Jose / San Jose
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Horseback Riding
Activity Level
Variable
Discover the treasures of one of Costa Rica’s richest regions, Guanacaste, on a 6-day voyage aboard National Geographic Quest. As you venture from uninhabited isles to wildlife-rich jungles and friendly surf towns, bask in the “pura vida” that infuses this ecologically rich country.
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Kayaking the Central Pacific coast in Costa Rica
from $2,678
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Costa Rica Multisport

9 Day Itinerary
  • Raft the Pacuare River
  • Hike through the cloudforest
  • Zip line through the rainforest
  • Kayak and snorkel around Ballena
Activity Level
Challenging
On this active 9-day Costa Rica vacation you'll explore the rainforest by raft, hike, zip-line, and kayak - from Los Cusingos Biological Reserve to the summit of Chirripo Peak and down to the coastal beaches of Ballena National Marine Park & Terraba Sierpe Mangrove Swamps.
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Visit the lush jungle and stunning waterfalls
from $2,314
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Wild Costa Rica

Nicuesa - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Spend two days rafting the Pacuare
  • Camp along the river
  • Tour the jungle with a naturalist
  • Take a night walk to see wildlife
Activities
Fishing
Activity Level
Easy Active
This exhilarating 8-day tour takes you first on a thrilling two-day whitewater rafting trip along the Pacuare River and then into the lush jungle to learn about the birds, monkeys, sloths, and other animals that live there. This is followed by a 3-day trip to Playa Nicuesa, where you can see beautiful macaws before heading back to San Jose.
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Panama adventure
from $1,960
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Panama to Costa Rica

8 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Visit the Caribbean world
  • Swim & snorkel at the Pearl Islands
  • Enjoy Isla Tortuga’s beaches
  • Discover diverse tropical ecosystem
Starts / Ends
Balboa / Puerto Caldera
Activities
Rainforest Exploration, Snorkeling, Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise exploring Panama and Costa Rica's natural beauty and rich history. Before landing at Puntarenas, enjoy a few days of leisurely sailing. Explore deserted islands, wildlife-rich jungles, and welcoming seaside towns. Climb the Star Clipper's mast for awe-inspiring vistas throughout Central America.
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from $2,031
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Turtles & Rainforest

Tortuguero - 8 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Easy Active
Enjoy Costa Rica's incredible wildlife with a tour of Tortuguero National Park and visit one of the most important nesting sites for the green sea turtle in the Western Hemisphere. Follow that with a rainforest retreat to Selva Bananito Reserve. Finish this Costa Rica vacation with an exciting whitewater adventure down the Pacuare River!
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A local fisherman pulls his boat ashore at sunset in Costa Rica
from $2,781
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Caribbean Adventure - Bocas Town

8 Day Itinerary
  • Raft down the Pacuare River
  • Hike deep into the jungle
  • Snorkel the marine-rich coral reef
  • Tour Panama's vibrant capital city
Activities
Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Easy Active
This 8-day land-based tour highlights the best of Costa Rica and Panama! Whitewater excitement and rainforest exploration in Costa Rica couple with relaxation amidst the turquoise waters of Panama for a perfectly paced vacation. Climb into the rainforest canopy, bask in the sunshine of Bocas del Toro, and fall into the rhythm of the Caribbean!
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Rafting in Costa Rica
from $2,170
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Pura Vida

6 Day Itinerary
  • Raft down the Pacuare River
  • Find wildlife in the rain forest
  • Explore the Arenal Volcano area
  • Hike along the old lava flows
Activity Level
Easy Active
This 6-day Costa Rica trip takes you rafting on the beautiful and challenging Pacuare River, exploring the active Arenal Volcano and its amazing hot springs before ziplining through lush rainforest canopy at the famous rainforest tram. Contact us about customizing this action-packed Costa Rica adventure tour.
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