San Jose Tours
Adventure Combo - $102 per person
Costa Rica provides White Water Rafting experiences that take your adrenaline to top levels and fascinating Canopy Tours going high above the treetops. Now you can enjoy the two activities in an extraordinary way. Discover the natural marvels of Sarapiqui; an extensive territory located in the northeastern parts of the country, with a variety of crystal clear rivers, an abundance of beautiful tropical forests and villages inhabited by friendly and laborious people.
Leaving San José the tour traverses the majestic scenary of Braulio Carrillo National Park and arriving in Sarapiqui we will enjoy two adventurous attractions: the Canopy Tour in the middle of a secondary forest with trees of high altitude and after lunch the White Water Rafting in the agitating waters of the Sarapiqui River.
The Canopy Tour takes about an hour and a half and the nine cables of different length stretch over the forest with the last one crossing the Sarapiqui River.
The rafting at Sarapiqui River has different levels between class II and class III, presenting vibrant scenary to those who want to participate in this exciting activity. Nine miles of unexpected rapids in combination with calm and relaxing intervals makes this an unforgettable experience for bird watchers and nature lovers.
Tour includes:
- Transportation
- Bilingual guide
- Equipment for canopy
- Equipment for rafting
- Lunch
Arenal Volcano and Baldi Hot Springs - $94 per person
Located in the north of Costa Rica, the impressive Arenal Volcano is a natural phenomenon that attracts thousands and thousands of tourists due to its permanent and extraordinary volcanic activity, which on clear nights resembles fireworks with intermittent explosions of ash and lava.
On the way to the imposing Arenal Volcano there will be a stop in the famous town of Sarchi, known as the Birthplace of Costa Rica’s Artisans, the journey will continue passing by diverse plantations with agricultural products, ornamental plants and cattle ranches until arriving to La Fortuna Town, for lunch at a cozy restaurant right in front of the volcano. This excellent location will allow you the best view to see any volcanic activity. Later on, you will relax at one of the best hot springs in the area where it is also possible to enjoy an optional massage or other special treatment that must be reserved ahead of time. Before going back to San José, a wonderful dinner will be served with a great view of the volcano so that you do not miss any opportunity to look out for the incandescent light explosions.
Tour includes:
- Transportation
- Bilingual guide (English/Spanish)
- Entrance fee to Baldi Hot Springs
- Lunch
- Dinner
Zip Line Canopy Tour - $81 per person
Set into the placid cloud forests of Costa Rica's Central Valley region, the San Luis canopy tour will take you on an exhilarating and safe adventure through lush, green canopy and across the majestic Rio Cataratitas. Carried securely by a system of zip lines, you will soar weightlessly through the expanse of virgin forest that grounds the tour, and find yourself in intimacy with the habitats of Costa Rica's distinct cloud forest wildlife. The San Luis canopy tour also presents the "Elevator", a thrilling feature that securely lifts visitors high above the forest canopy, granting a paramount view of the surrounding area.
Though customer enjoyment is a central objective, San Luis canopy tour designates safety above all as a keystone principle: all personnel and facilities under their name carry up-to-date certification from the Costa Rica Institute of Tourism. San Luis canopy tour takes pride in their credentials and by them guarantees with confidence that this tour is among the most professional, informative, and enjoyable in Costa Rica.
Canopy with 12 different zip lines and 18 platforms.
Tarzan swing trails and fly like superman
Tour includes:
- Round Trip Transportation
- Bilingual guide (English/Spanish)
- Canopy tour
Tortugua Island Cruise - $119/person
After a 1 ½ hour drive from San José to Puntarenas Dock and a stop for breakfast on route, you will board the 71-foot Catamaran Manta Raya for an unforgettable trip to Tortuga Island (Turtle Island).
Tortuga is a paradisiac island with a white sand beach, coconut palms and a beautiful blue ocean, located in the Golf of Nicoya on the Central Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. On the way to Tortuga while cruising on the calm waters of the Gulf of Nicoya there is always a possibility of watching dolphins, sea turtles and aquatic birds.
Once at Tortuga Island you can bask on the beach, swim on the blue ocean, walk on the island trails or take an optional tour, before enjoying a succulent lunch served with chilled white wine and live marimba music.
The Manta Raya has an expansive deck area, fresh water showers and a bow ramp allowing an easy disembarkation directly onto the beach.
Tour includes:
- A/C Bus Transportation to Calypso´s private dock and coffee shop from San José,
Jacó, Quepos / Manuel Antonio and Monteverde
- Multilingual Guide
- Typical Costa Rican breakfast
(Served on the way to Puntarenas)
- Complementary service onboard Manta Raya
- Freshly brewed, hot Costa Rican coffee
- A selection of fresh tropical fruits
- Ice cold fruit juice and soft drinks
- Elegant dining at Tortuga Island
(Four courses-featured in Gourmet Magazine)
Appetizer :
- Calypso’s famous, prize winning Ceviche
- Salad Bar :
- Mixed green salad with Italian vinaigrette dressing
- Fresh carrot salad with raisins and orange juice
- Creamy pasta primavera salad
- Refreshing cucumber dill & sour cream salad
Entree :
- Freshly grated coconut encrusted breast of chicken cooked to perfection and covered in a delightful tropical sauce.
- Steamed rice and hot garlic bread
- Ice cold white wine
- Dessert :
- Piña Colada Cake
- Hot Costa Rican coffee
• Live Music
• Snorkeling Excursion
• Banana Boat
Combo Tour: Poás Volcano National Park / Doka Coffee Tour / La Paz Waterfall Garden - $92/person
To get to the different attractions included during this excursion we will drive by the city of Alajuela passing by the Agriculture Monument, the Monument to Juan Santamaria and the famous Mango Park.
As we ascend towards the Poás Volcano we will notice the change in temperature and vegetation; we will see coffee plantations as well as fern, flower and strawberry farms along the way, creating a beautiful landscape.
On the way to the volcano we will visit Doka Coffee Estate for a delicious breakfast and a coffee tour, in an actual coffee plantation where we will learn about the ancient techniques used by the experts to produce one of the best coffees in Costa Rica. Learn about the careful process involved on the cultivation, harvesting and roasting of the Golden Bean.
After the coffee tour we will continue to Poás Volcano where we will not only admire the impressive main crater with its sulfur fumaroles, but also learn about the different ecosystems in this beautiful national park.
Following the visit to the volcano we will continue to La Paz Water Fall Garden for lunch and tour. On arrival to the La Paz, we will walk through a trail, leading to a spectacular waterfall in the middle of the rainforest. Inside the park we will also visit the hummingbird gallery, the serpentarium, the bird house, the butterfly garden and the frog’s exhibit.
Tour includes:
- Transportation
- Bilingual guide (English/Spanish)
- Entrance fee to Poás Volcano National Park
- Entrance fee to La Paz Waterfall Gardens
- Entrance fee to Coffee Tour
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Doka -Grecia & Sarchi (Oxcart Factory) - $40/person
This tour begins with a wonderful drive through some of the largest coffee and sugar cane Doka plantations of Costa Rica. Arriving first at Grecia, we will see the famous metal church, that has a rare and beautiful architecture. Next, we will tour the fascinating craftsman factories of Sarchi; where they build the famous oxcarts of Costa Rica.
Splendidly decorated and in various sizes, these oxcarts are treasured worldwide for their unique beauty. You will not want to leave Costa Rica without one!
Tour includes:
- Transportation
- Guide
- Lunch
Irazu Volcano/Orosi Valley/Lankester Garden - $74/person
This tour is the combination of the Irazu Volcano National Park and the Orosi Lankester Garden tours. We will take the Panamerican Highway South, to start ascending the large “Iztaru”. The winding road travels through fertile lands cultivated with all kinds of vegetables as we observe a lovely panoramic view. At the top of the volcano you can observe the main craters and on a clear day, both Atlantic and Pacific Oceans can be seen.
As we descend to the city of Cartago we will stop at the Virgin of the Angels Basilica - a famous peregrination site for many believers. After visiting the Basilica we will stop at the Lankester Gardens, a University of Costa Rica Center for investigation that protects more than 800 species of orchids, bromeliads and countless species of other plants. We will continue to the Valley of Orosi where creation overflows in unparallel beauty. We will be able to visit one of the few remaining colonial churches and we will stop for lunch in one of the local restaurants. During our tour we will be able to observe La Casa Del Soñador, an example of Costa Rican primitive art.
Tour includes:
- Transportation
- Bilingual guide (English/Spanish)
- Entrance fee to Irazu Volcano National Park
- Entrance fee to Lankester Gardens
- Lunch
Rain Forest Adventure 3 in 1 - $105 per person
Drive to Sarapiquí area, through the extraordinary rain forest of Braulio Carrillo National Park, one of the most important rainforest reserves of Costa Rica. On arrival to Sarapiqui, a beautiful area known for its impressive natural richness, you will board a boat for a relaxing ride on the Sarapiqui River where you will feel in close contact with nature and admire the inspiring surroundings.
After the boat ride you will continue with a walk on Selva Verde eco lodge’s private trails which are a heaven for nature enthusiasts, hikers, bird and wildlife watchers. Following lunch and on route to San Jose, a visit to the famous Rainforest Aerial Tram is included, for a ride on a gondola through the tree canopy in company of a naturalist guide that will talk to you about the wonderful rainforest.
The Rain Forest Aerial Tram – Atlantic is a 475-hectares (1,200-acre) private reserve that shares a 10 km border with Braulio Carrillo National Park, constituting a buffer zone between the park and farming lands.
Tour includes:
- Transportation
- Bilingual guide (English/Spanish)
- Boat ride on the Sarapiqui River
- Guided walk on Selva Verde Trails
- Rain Forest Aerial Tram Tour
- Lunch
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