Top Things to Do in Costa Rica

Group on quad bikes exploring scenic countryside with Arenal Volcano in the background.

4x4 exotic quad ride Arenal Volcano National Park

Ride 4x4 quad bikes through the tropical jungle to exotic plantations and a spectacular waterfall.

Suspension bridge stretching through lush rainforest canopy at Arenal Hanging Bridges.

Arenal Hanging Bridges Arenal Volcano National Park

Cross the hanging bridges of Arenal to discover the tropical rainforest canopy up close.

Arenal volcano framed by vibrant pink and red flowers under a bright blue sky in Costa Rica.

Arenal Volcano Hike & Hot Springs Arenal Volcano National Park

Hike through the tropical vegetation on the slopes of the Arenal Volcano and learn all about the Mountain of Fire.

Scenic boat ride along the Rio Frio, surrounded by lush vegetation in the Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge.

Cano Negro & Rio Frio Arenal Volcano National Park

Cruise past the banks of the Rio Frio, a biodiverse area home to exotic wildlife and vegetation.

A red-capped manakin perched on a branch in Costa Rica's Carara Biological Reserve, a haven for birdwatchers and wildlife lovers.

Carara Biological Reserve & Villa Lapas Sky Walk San Jose & Alajuela

Discover a bird-watchers paradise, keeping your eyes peeled for scarlet macaws.

A worker in a sunhat handpicks ripe coffee cherries into a pink basket at Doka Coffee Plantation in Costa Rica.

Doka Coffee Plantation San Jose & Alajuela

Learn all about the entire coffee production process and enjoy a full sensory guided tasting session.

Doka Coffee Plantation Sarapiqui

Learn all about the entire coffee production process and enjoy a full sensory guided tasting session.

Silhouetted riders on horseback raise their arms against a golden Costa Rican sunset on an open grassy field.

Horse Riding Monteverde Cloud Forest

Enjoy a leisurely horse ride along scenic trails through the natural beauty of a local farm.

Emerald-green crater lake at Irazu Volcano, surrounded by rugged cliffs and alpine vegetation in Costa Rica.

Irazu Volcano & Lankester Botanical Gardens San Jose & Alajuela

Enjoy scenic vistas of the valley and volcano and visit the exotic Lankester Botanical Gardens.

Two owl butterflies perched on a branch, their patterned wings creating perfect camouflage at La Paz Waterfall Gardens in Costa Rica.

La Paz Waterfall Gardens San Jose & Alajuela

Observe a variety of beautiful butterflies and hummingbirds up close and marvel at spectacular waterfalls.

La Paz Waterfall Gardens Sarapiqui

Observe a variety of beautiful butterflies and hummingbirds up close and marvel at spectacular waterfalls.

Travelers scan the treetops in Tortuguero, spotting exotic birds in lush Cosa Rican jungle.

Manuel Antonio Hike Manuel Antonio National Park

Explore the rich diversity of Manuel Antonio National Park on a guided hike.

Lush green canopy of the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve stretching over rolling hills beneath misty skies.

Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve Monteverde Cloud Forest

Discover the rich biodiversity and natural splendour of the cloud forest on a guided hike.

Adventurers paddle through white-water rapids on the Pacuare River in Costa Rica, all geared up in a bright yellow raft.

Pacuare River Rafting San Jose & Alajuela

Take on some of the continent's finest rapids on an adrenaline-fuelled rafting adventure.

A dramatic view of Poas Volcano's smoking crater with vivid turquoise waters surrounded by steep rocky walls in Costa Rica.

Poas Volcano San Jose & Alajuela

Peer into the smouldering crater of an active volcano in the Central Valley, not far from San Jose.

Poas Volcano Sarapiqui

Peer into the smouldering crater of an active volcano in the Central Valley, not far from San Jose.

Visitor glide above lish rainforest in an open air tram, spotting wildlife and enjoying panoramic views of Costa Rica's jungle canopy.

Rainforest Aerial Tram San Jose & Alajuela

Glide through the verdant rainforest canopy to savour the sights and sounds of the jungle.

Group navigating white-water rapids on a rafting adventure through lush Costa Rican wilderness.

River Rafting in Costa Rica Arenal Volcano National Park

A high octane way to enjoy the flourishing rivers of the region, on rapids to suit varying experience levels.

The striking yellow facade of the National Museum in San Jose, Costa Rica-an iconic landmark revealing the capital's cultural and historic charm.

San Jose Tour San Jose & Alajuela

Gain an in-depth perspective on Costa Rica's rich history and local culture in the company of a local expert.

Close-up of a brown owl butterfly with eye-like markings resting on vibrant red flowers in Costa Rica's butterfly garden.

Selvatura Walkway & Butterfly Garden Monteverde Cloud Forest

Cross the canopy walkways and observe beautiful butterflies in this biodiverse conservation area.

A suspension bridge stretches through the dense green canopy of Costa Rica's cloud forest, offering a scenic treetop view.

Sky Walk Monteverde Cloud Forest

Gain a vision of the forest from a different perspective as you cross seven hanging bridges.

Adventurer ziplining high above the rainforest canopy in misty Costa Rican jungle.

Zip Wire Arenal Volcano National Park

An unforgettable experience as you enjoy an adrenaline-fuelled ride through the forest canopy.

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Things to do in Costa Rica