Top Central Pacific Day Trips

A guided tour enriches your experience in Manuel Antonio National Park by providing information about the park’s plant and animal life and expert navigation between the park and your regional hotel. Plus, this tour offers a stress-free way to visit one of Costa Rica’s must-see destinations in just one day.

Whether you're looking to relax or enjoy something more active, this full-day catamaran excursion to Tortuga Island from Jacó will accomplish your goals. The island has some of the most pristine beaches in Costa Rica, ideal for swimming and snorkeling. Make use of the hot tub on board and take a fun banana boat ride if you wish. It is an ideal fun day for couples and groups of friends.

The lush rainforest and white-sand beaches of Isla Tortuga are part of the Islas Negritos Biological Reserve, and are located along the eastern coast of the Nicoya Peninsula. With this tour, you'll set sail aboard a large cruise ship, admire views of Isla San Lucas and Isla Tortuga from the water, and enjoy time on the island to swim, snorkel, or relax on the beach.

Experience an extreme adventure with a combination of a canopy tour and the hanging bridges walk on this 6.5-hour guided adventure. Also included in the package is a visit to one of the biggest butterfly gardens in Costa Rica. If you are looking for extreme adventures and amazing rides, Selvatura Park's canopy and hanging bridges tour is your best choice.

Discover Costa Rica's enchanting Pacific rain forest from the air and water on this combo shore excursion from Puntarenas. Walk through the treetops on a series of hanging bridges at a private biological reserve, and then cruise down the Tarcoles River, home to a famous community of crocodiles. In between the eco adventures, enjoy time to shop and snack at a quaint replica of a Spanish colonial settlement.

Discover the incredible birds and biodiversity of Palo Verde National Park on this boat tour with lunch. Spot native wildlife such as crocodiles, iguanas, monkeys, and a colorful parade of bird species during a 1-hour and 20 minutes cruise down the Tempisque River led by a naturalist guide. Afterward, discuss your sightings with fellow travelers over a traditional Costa Rican lunch at a local restaurant.

Discover the beautiful cascading waterfalls of Nauyaca, deep in the Costa Rican jungle, during this full-day tour from Quepos. Join a small group and head to the park where you must embark on a short hike to reach the falls. Enjoy time to take a refreshing dip in the natural pools and capture photos of your surroundings before heading back.

Encounter the best of Costa Rica's wildlife, cuisine, and famous natural beauty on a combo shore excursion from Puntarenas. Watch adorable white-faced monkeys playing in the trees, and spot crocs and birdlife on a pontoon cruise down the Tarcoles River. Learn the history of the bustling Puntarenas port, and indulge your taste buds with locally grown fruit fresh from the farm, a typical lunch at a local restaurant, and a chance to buy authentic Costa Rican coffee.

Getting off the beaten track is even more fun on this rain forest booze cruise from Jaco. Rumble through untouched forest and traditional towns far from tourist zones on board a rugged safari vehicle, all while enjoying an included case of beer and shot of Costa Rican moonshine.

Navigate the trails of Manuel Antonio National Park on this incredible hiking tour from Jaco. Wander the rugged terrain of the park's scenic peninsula, stroll on beautiful beaches and explore tropical rainforest and stunning coastlines. This tour is ideal for active outdoorsmen who want to experience the beauty of Costa Rica's diverse landscapes and incredible wildlife. 

Stopping at both Curi Cancha Reserva and Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, this guided birding tour will show you the diversity and multitude of species in each one. Totaling 4-5 hours, you’ll try to find the most birds you can. This is a private tour for your group, so you have the flexibility in time, as your guide and driver will arrange all the logistics on tour.

This well-rounded tour is the perfect way for nature lovers to experience the best of Costa Rica's outdoor beauty. Enjoy a scenic boated on the Rio Frio with departure near the border of Nicaragua. Cruise through the Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge and see the incredible biodiversity that makes this nation to unique. You'll have up close encounters with birds, snakes, herons and other animals, as well as various species of monkeys and sloths.

Maximize your port day in Puntarenas with this jam-packed combo tour that introduces you to the best of the Gulf of Nicoya. Drive through the Costa Rican countryside to a nature reserve, explore the rain forest canopy on hanging bridges, and spot crocs on a cruise down the Tarcoles River. Check out local culture with shopping stops at a replica Spanish Village and fun souvenir store, and finish with a city sightseeing tour.

Explore Costa Rica’s most beautiful and popular destination, on this Arenal Volcano Combo Trip from Jaco. Swim at the refreshing waters of La Fortuna Waterfall and admire the lush rainforest that surrounds this natural wonder. Hike on lava trails at the base of Arenal Volcano and get the best views of this beautiful conic-shaped mountain on clear days. Towards the end of your tour, relax in the thermal mineral waters of Paradise Hot Springs and Gardens, a truly relaxing experience at the foothills of Arenal Volcano.

Explore Manuel Antonio en esta excursión guiada a caballo. Diseñada para no más de 10 personas, esta excursión le permite recorrer un rancho local para observar la fauna y flora de la zona. También incluye una caminata donde tendrá la oportunidad de visitar una cascada. Se proporciona además un delicioso almuerzo costarricense.

Costa Rica’s famous wilderness can’t be seen from the side of the road. Get off the beaten track to access little-known waterfalls, patches of rain forest, tropical beaches, and more on this 6-hour ATV tour from central Jaco, which includes select commentary from your guide for adventurous sightseeing.

Spend a full day exploring the beauty of the Gulf of Nicoya on Isla Tortuga, starting in Jaco. First stop at the Tarcoles River and watch the crocodiles from the bridge, then have a safety speech, and hop on a boat to the island. On the way visit Negritos Island to see spider monkeys and dolphins, then to the Nicoya stone arch for photos, and on to snorkel and have lunch.

Visit Carara Adventure Park on an action-packed day tour from Puntarenas. Travel by air-conditioned minivan to the privately owned reserve, which contains lush rain forest and sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean. Experience the rain forest canopy up close as you fly down the zipline course, which features 12 cables and three hanging bridges. Then take a 1-hour boat cruise to look for crocodiles, monkeys, and more.

Explore one of the most serene spots in Tenorio Volcano National Park: Rio Celeste. You’ll receive private transportation to the park and hike alongside a bilingual guide. Venture into the park to see two craters, walk across suspension bridges, and see where the Rio Celeste’s waters originate. After the visit, you’ll leave the park to enjoy a Costa Rican lunch at a restaurant then swim in a nearby river.

Discover the natural delights of Manuel Antonio National Park on this day tour from Jaco. One of Costa Rica's most-visited parks, Manuel Antonio is known for its white-sand beaches, diversity of wildlife, and mangroves and other vegetation. Look for monkeys, sloths, birds, and more on this small peninsula. Lunch and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Costa Rica is one of the most biodiverse spots on the planet—and if all you have is one day to soak it in, try this whirlwind tour. You’ll start in the near-mythical Monteverde Cloud Forest, walking amongst the treetops; after lunch, you’ll move to the Curi-Cancha Reserve for some wild bird-spotting. Finish your adventure with a night hike at Monteverde Wildlife Refuge, communing with sloths, armadillos, and more unbelievable creatures.

Escape the beach for a jungle adventure on this full-day tour from Jaco. Explore off-the-beaten-track in a 4x4, stopping along the way to marvel at waterfalls, trek through the rainforest, and cool off in natural swimming holes. Lunch is included.

We run small group tours with dedicated and very knowledge guides. this tour includes the highlights of the area with the minimal driving time. you will learn a lot of the country.

On this full-day tour for nature lovers, cruise through the largest mangrove system in Central America to the richly biodiverse Corcovado National Park. Sail from Sierpe through the Térraba-Sierpe wetlands to reach the park, where a nature guide leads a trek along forested trails. Look for wildlife on the way to the refreshing San Pedrillo waterfall, and recharge with a provided picnic lunch.