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Best Tours in Costa Rica

This 20 Must Do list is the ultimate in Costa Rica Tours. It is the definitive list for every adventure seeker looking for a thrill ride in Costa Rica or to simply get out and see a little bit more of the country and a relaxing fashion. 

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1. ATV Tours

1. ATV Tours

An ATV tour is a must when in Costa Rica & can be found in a number of locations across the country.

2. Canopy Zip Line

2. Canopy Zip Line

It doesn’t get anymore traditional than the Canopy Zip Line tour. Found  everywhere it’s a true classic!

3. Surfing

3. Surfing

Surfing in Costa Rica is world-class. Many beaches along the Pacific coast offer the best breaks.

4. Arenal Volcano National Park

4. Arenal Volcano National Park

Visiting the Arenal Volcano National Park is a great way of seeing the old lava flows, don’t get too close!

5. Hanging Bridges

5. Hanging Bridges

The Hanging Bridges in Arenal & Monteverde are a great way to get a birds-eye view of the wildlife.

6. Birdwatching

6. Birdwatching

Birdwatching in Costa Rica is some of the best in the world with currently 877 species to be spotted!

7. Cultural Coffee Tour

7. Cultural Coffee Tour

Nothing beats the delicious taste of fresh Costa Rican Coffee in the morning, now see how it’s made.

8. Isla Tortuga Day Trip

8. Isla Tortuga Day Trip

Isla Tortuga makes one of the best day trips in Costa Rica from Jaco or San Jose with its perfect beach and catamaran cruise.

9. Lake Kayaking

9. Lake Kayaking

Kayaking on Lake Arenal is a great way of seeing the active Arenal Volcano from a different angle.

10. La Fortuna Waterfall

10. La Fortuna Waterfall

When in Arenal checking out the La Fortuna Waterfall is a must! Simply beautiful & is very Costa Rica!

11. Manuel Antonio National Park

11. Manuel Antonio National Park

Monteverde is famous for its cheese & of course the lush cloud forest. A true gem at 1600m high.

13. Mountain Biking

13. Mountain Biking

Mountain biking tours are now taking off in Costa Rica, especially in the active regions such as Arenal.

14. Whitewater Rafting

14. Whitewater Rafting

When in Costa Rica no visit is complete without rafting the rapids of some of the country's best rivers.

15. Waterfall Rappelling 

15. Waterfall Rappelling 

Waterfall Rappelling is a great way to see the rainforest, as well as enjoying an adrenaline rush too!

16. Celeste River Hike

16. Celeste River Hike

The Rio Celeste is a truly magical place to visit. The volcanic chemicals make this river a natural blue.

17. Scuba Diving

17. Scuba Diving

Scuba diving, especially on the Pacific coast offers the chance to see some exciting aquatic life.

18. Sportfishing

18. Sportfishing

Sportsfishing is very popular in Costa Rica on most of the Pacific Coast from the Osa to Papagayo.

19. La Paz Waterfall Gardens

19. La Paz Waterfall Gardens

The Waterfall Gardens make a perfect stopping point on the way to the Arenal Volcano from San Jose.

20. Natural Hot Springs

20. Natural Hot Springs

There is no better way to relax after a adventurous day, than to sooth your muscles in the thermal volcanic hot springs. Bliss.

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