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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 316 reviewsSurf Lessons in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica
Enjoy tropical nature, feel the Pura Vida life and catch waves in Costa Rica with experienced local surfers! This is designed to teach how to feel safe, comfy and have fun with your surfboard!
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 373 reviewsHike & Enjoy Ten Waterfalls & pools in the Jungle
Go on a magical and real stress-free adventure at the waterfalls & natural pools hidden in the Jungle. Looking for wildlife and learning about the tropical rain forest- Like a Jurassic Park Adventure.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 145 reviewsLearn how to catch waves and surf!
Let the ocean change your life! Learn surfing skills with experienced instructors.
5 out of 5 average rating, 462 reviewsHike 10 Hidden Waterfalls with a Local Naturalist
Explore 10 waterfalls deep in the Costa Rican rainforest with a local guide, swim in natural pools, discover tropical nature and challenge yourself on an authentic jungle adventure.
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 159 reviewsHorseback Riding through the jungle and beach
Experience an unforgettable horseback ride through the jungle and along the beach. If we're lucky, we can observe amazing wildlife like sloths, monkeys, macaws, iguanas, and more.
5 out of 5 average rating, 130 reviewsThe Ultimate Coffee & Chocolate Sensory in Grecia
The "Hidden Gem" Experience Escape the tourist crowds and join us in the heart of Grecia for an authentic, family-run farm experience. Our tour is a deep dive into the soul of Costa Rican culture.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 207 reviewsTio Jose Coffee Tour
Discover the secrets of coffee with a local farmer.
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 1088 reviewsKayak glowing waters with local hosts
Paddle through bioluminescent waters in a cozy night kayak session near Paquera!
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 61 reviewsWatch dolphins and snorkel at Samara Beach
Hop aboard a catamaran to see playful dolphins and underwater sea life in clear waters.
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 315 reviewsExplore Monteverde Night tour
Walk through Monteverde’s forest, discovering nocturnal wildlife with a local guide.
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New place to stayPaint Costa Rican scenes in studio
Sit with a fine arts graduate to learn color mixing, depth and texture, complete a Costa Rican-inspired painting, then capture photos with coffee and cookies.
New place to stayRío Celeste Waterfall with lunch and swimming
We'll visit the Río Celeste Waterfall and hike for 3 hours along the forest trails. Afterwards, we'll enjoy a delicious typical lunch and have time to swim in the Río Celeste.
5 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviewsSpot, identify & learn about La Fortuna’s birds
Let’s explore La Fortuna’s birdlife! We’ll listen for calls, watch for movement, and learn to identify species while discovering facts about their behavior, habitats, and role in the ecosystem.
New place to stayQuick Sloth Watching with a Local Guide
We walk 15 minutes through a town to the mountain edge to look for sloths, we watch sloths for 30 min with a telescope and binoculars, take photos, then walk 15 minutes back to the meeting point.
5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviewsSloth Watching & Authentic Costa Rican Cooking
Taste Costa Rica with a local welcome drink, hands-on cooking and dessert, then explore Bogarin Trail to spot sloths, frogs, owls, snakes and more wildlife.
5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviewsSloths & Wildlife Paradise - Bogarin Trail
Explore the largest biological corridor near La Fortuna with a guide, a telescope, and a fruit tasting. Enjoy two days of admission and discover the fascinating wildlife of the tropical forest.
New place to stayExplore Monteverde’s cloud forest at night
Led by José, a local zoologist and naturalist, this small-group night walk invites you to observe the forest with a scientist’s eye you will learn and understand why protecting this ecosystem matters.
New place to stayNight walk at Rancho don Gerardo
Explore the rainforest after dark on a guided night walk in La Fortuna. Search for frogs, snakes, insects and other nocturnal wildlife while discovering the magic of the tropical forest.
5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviewsTasty Costa Rican cooking classes
They will cook, share and enjoy together while preparing delicious Costa Rican dishes. Surrounded by nature, they will experience Costa Rica and take home recipes to repeat the experience.
New place to stayNight Ecology with a Field Naturalist
Enter the rainforest at La Fortuna after dark and learn to see what others miss. We’ll track movement, sounds and clues while discovering frogs, reptiles, insects, mammals and their hidden world.
