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The Original Canopy Tour Monteverde
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Get your heart racing on this cloud forest adventure on a private reserve in Monteverde. Ride ziplines over the forest canopy, rappel down to the forest floor, climb inside of a tree, and more, for a family-friendly excursion that brings you closer to nature.
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* A traveler said: "An incredibly fun and thrilling canyoning tour. Absolutely recommend! Tarzan swing, repelling, hiking, and ziplining were all included and the guides were very friendly and personable."
Zipline and Hanging Bridges Combo Tour in Monteverde Cloud Forest
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Exchange the sun and surf for for a high-flying adventure in the misty Monteverde Cloud Forest on this full-day combo tour from Tamarindo. Fly through the forest canopy on a 15-cable zipline course featuring a gravity-defying Superman cable and a Tarzan swing, and slow down for a closer look at Monteverde's rich biodiversity while walking through the tree tops along a series of hanging bridges. In between adventures, replenish your energy with a typical Costa Rican lunch.
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* A traveler said: "Gustavo was a great guide (Native way tours) . He was patient and knowledgeable about the rain forest, both flora and fauna."
Tortuga Island Tour with Costa Cat
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Sneak in a tropical island getaway during your Costa Rica vacation on this cruise from Jaco to Tortuga Island. Swim, snorkel, hike, drink, and dine on this all-inclusive tour, with the option to rent even more of your favorite watersports equipment like waverunners and paddleboards. Bookend your tour with a catamaran cruise across the beautiful Gulf of Nicoya.
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* A traveler said: "The crew was so kind and hospitable. We were picked up, taken to the marina, and provided with breakfast, lunch, and unlimited drinks. The views and beach were so beautiful. So many fun activities to do on the beach, too!"
Surf and hike in Montezuma Costa Rica
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$61.54
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Pop up on a surfboard and catch your first waves in Montezuma with a professional surf lesson. Learn the basics of surfing rules and etiquette on the shore, and then jump in the water to try out fundamental moves with the help of your guide. A big sandbar makes Montezuma a great place for beginners to safely and comfortably try a new sport, and all equipment is included so you don’t need to fuss with any rentals.
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Sky Walk- Sky Tram & Sky Trek Zipline From Monteverde
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$120.00
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Explore Monteverde's magnificent cloud forest from the air on this combo canopy tour at Sky Adventures. Cross the Costa Rican rain forest on a series of hanging bridges during the Sky Walk, glide through the treetops in a gondola on the guided Sky Tram, and then soar through through the misty canopy on the thrilling Sky Trek zipline course. No need to choose—do all three of the park’s top activities in a single day with this complete package.
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* A traveler said: "Great overall time; incredible views, amazing ziplines, wonderful service. Overall great experience, would strongly recommend to anyone looking for a blend of scenic nature walks and exhilarating adventure."
Ultimate 10 in 1 Puntarenas Highlights & Scenic Lunch
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Discover Costa Rica with the #1 tour company on TripAdvisor.
Our award-winning tours include places and amenities that travelers cannot find anywhere else!
Have lunch at an exclusive mountain top location overlooking the Carara Rainforest & Pacific Ocean. Explore the Tarcoles River & Mangrove Forest and witness up to 50 species of birds and American crocodiles and encounter wild-friendly monkeys up close! We take you off the beaten paths were large buses cannot enter and show you amazing places on our quality small group tours.
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* A traveler said: "Johnathan and Carlos were awesome tour guides. They allowed us to enjoy all the activities at our own pace. I highly recommend this tour."
Coffee, Chocolate & Sugar Cane Tour (Regular)
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$45.00
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This 3 in 1 tour will take you to know the incredible process of 3 very important products worldwide.
With one of our guides you will see the coffee, cocoa and sugar cane plants, we will explain you all the processes of these 3 products and also to taste each one of them.
One of our main features is the infrastructure, where all of the trails are made of cement, which will allow the tour on sunny or rainy days. Families with children who need to take their stroller or people with some physical limitation will not have trouble walking with a walker, crutches or wheelchair.
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Feel the adrenaline rush of soaring over 11 different waterfalls on this small-group canopy tour at Adventure Park Costa Rica. Enjoy breathtaking views over the ocean, mountains, and rainforest on 25 zipline cables, the longest in Costa Rica. Led by a professional guide, this tour emphasizes safety and provides all the necessary equipment. Lunch and bottled water are included. Transportation to and from this Costa Rica zip line tour is an available option. Participants must be at least seven years old and weigh less than 280 pounds (127 kg).
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* A traveler said: "Flying through the jungle on the zip lines, seeing howler monkeys in the trees, rappelling down the waterfall cliffs, and the amazing views in the jungle."
Monteverde Reserve Morning Walk -Monteverde Wild-
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$21.54
$14.36 savings
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All our tours are private, personalized tour, local experts naturalist and bilingual guides, easy to book, professional service.
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* A traveler said: "Our guide Oscar was very informative and friendly. He knew all the different types of animals we saw and was able to spot them miles away. Be aware there is an additional $25 park entrance fee per person, this is only for the guide; however well worth it."
Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve guided Tour
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Let an expert naturalist guide show you highlights of one of the world’s most biodiverse forests on a guided tour of the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve. Hike along the park’s nature trails and suspended bridges to observe all levels of this amazing Costa Rican ecosystem, from the forest floor to the treetop canopy. Look for native wildlife and exotic birds that make their home in the cloud forest, including the elusive resplendent quetzal.
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Rainforest Skywalk & Tarcoles River Eco Cruise Tour Puntarenas Shore excursion
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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.
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* A traveler said: "Commentator was excellent who was with Genius. Enjoyed the scenery and the bridge walk. Feeding the alligator"
Monteverde Cloud Forest Nature Tour
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Situated atop the Continental Divide, the high-altitude Monteverde Cloud Forest Preserve is literally shrouded in clouds. Experience the full breadth of Monteverde’s flora and fauna on this nature walk, during which your naturalist guide provides useful insight and helps navigate through the forest. Plus, this small-group tour is limited to six participants so you can escape crowds and immerse yourself in nature.
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Tropical Forest Night Tour
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Is a auntentic nature tour in a great area of Monteverde with a really well maintained trails, the pleace is a amazing area to see stuff like, Owls, Tarantulas, Frog and Sloths and many more Wilde-life.
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Tortuga Island Day Tour, Puntarenas.
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Explore with us the jewels of the Gulf of Nicoya, Costa Rica, traveling in speedboats that count with the "healthy puntarenas shield seal" awarded by the Puntarenas Chamber of Tourism, recognition granted to those company who comply with the protocols for the prevention of the transmission of COVID 2019.
In this tour you and your companions will find white sand beaches, will enjoy bathing in their stunning turquoise waters, rest under the shade of coconut palms, in your own hammock, tasting the best tropical fruits in the region.
Escape from the routine on one of these paradisiacal islands, where you will feel like the owner of an tropical paradise.
In our comfortable boats, we create lasting moments and memories, our certified guides will be with you throughout the tour, you can also enjoy the company of dolphins during part of your trip and you will have the opportunity to meet a beautiful family of spider monkeys in their natural habitat.
Discover the paradise where "EL PURA VIDA" begins! And feel the warmth.
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* A traveler said: "Fun crew, interesting stories, beautiful sights and a very tasty lunch :) All the best on one ship: the best captain, the best assistant and the best guide. Puravida guys :)"
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You will encounter nature with the fun of riding ATVs with our bilingual guides who provide the highest level of security while you ride and make sure at the same time you have the time of your life!
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Monteverde E-Bike Adventure
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$75.00
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For the vast majority of riders, e-bikes vastly increase travel range and keep heart rates more stable. This lets you focus on the adventure. Also, the efficient electric engines leave practically no carbon footprint, so there is no damage to the environment. This brand new activity looks to help mitigate the use of diesel powered transport vehicles, noisy trucks, and inefficient 4x4s in Monteverde.
A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE
Riding a high-end E-bike, visiting amazing places, and having contact with truly undisturbed NATURE!
EVERYONE AT THE SAME LEVEL
Whether you are an experienced cyclist, an enthusiast, or a beginner, we’ll all get to the same beautiful places at the same time
THE LOW IMPACT WAY TO MOVE
Not only is this a ZERO emissions ride, these modern and plush e-bikes also have a very low trail impact, and, as a matter of fact, they are the quietest method of transportation. Quiet mobility means that you’ll avoid scaring off the native fauna
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* A traveler said: "Went with my son.. Roy was excellent! We watch sunset had a glass of wine . The climb can be a bit strenuous for an older person nevertheless I made it!! This is a unique excursion. Try it you won’t regret it!! Thank you for the memories 😊"
Bird-Watching Tour Curi-Cancha
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Go birdwatching in Monteverde on a half-or full-day private tour led by an experienced naturalist guide. Choose between early morning and afternoon departures, then watch for resplendent quetzals, black guan, silvery-fronted tapacul, and more. This 3-hour or 6-hour private birding tour includes pickup and drop-off in Monteverde, with the flexible, personal experience of a private guide.
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* A traveler said: "Excellent tour, Johnny was fantastic. So knowledgable! We learnt lots about the birds, plants and other wildlife. We saw a quetzal! Great value for money."
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$85.00
Costa Rica is home of more than 900 species of birds, as a result it includes local and migratory species. We offer a personalized and interactive tour. On the other hand, we motivate national and international tourist to discover and explorer our exotic biodiversity of mammals and birds that are found inside the Cloud Forest and in transition areas. Meanwhile, a guaranteed wonderful experience within one of the most beautiful places in our gorgeous Costa Rica.
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* A traveler said: "Very knowledgeable tour guide and great location. Large park so plan on touring park after bird watching."
Full Day Tour to Tortuga Island from San José
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We are a pioneer company in the tours of the gulf islands, for which we have the highest quality standards, our boats being one of the largest in the country to mobilize tourists.
We have highly qualified personnel so that your experience is the best in the tours that the company offers you.
We have all the permits issued by the Costa Rican government authorities.
You and all the passengers will enjoy the best service you can find on a tour of our country.
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* A traveler said: "It's was a wonderful tour. Food was good beach was awesome and water was clear. Snorkeling and banana boat pull was fun. We had a great time"
Monteverde Cloud Forest Horseback Riding
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Animal and nature lovers will enjoy exploring the Monteverde Cloud Forest on a horseback tour. Tours depart at three different times, with each being best for a different type of activity: bird watching, clear landscape views, or sunset skies. Cover a lot of ground without getting tired when traveling on a horse. Look out for toucans, parrots, monkeys, and other wildlife as you peacefully trek through the forest.
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* A traveler said: "Beautiful landscapes and very friendly tour guide! We ended up being late (add at least an extra 30 min to the estimated drive time!) and others in our group left before us. However, this company left someone behind so we could still enjoy this experience. That was truly special, and we were so happy to get to enjoy the tour!"
Private Night Walk
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Its a private tour in the Refugio de Vida Silvestre trails where will be no more people in the forest it will be only for us. We will look for animals who a completely nocturnal activity in the silence of the late night.
Good chance to see sloths, frogs, bugs and manny more...
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9-Day Best of Northwest Costa Rica from San Jose: Arenal Volcano National Park, Monteverde Cloud Forest and Guanacaste
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$1,274.00
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Discover the extraordinary natural beauty and amazing biodiversity of Costa Rica on this 9-day tour of the country’s northwestern region. Departing from San Jose, visit Arenal Volcano National Park, Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge, the cloud forest of Monteverde, Tamarindo’s famed beaches, and Vida Aventura Nature Park in Guanacaste. The tour includes 8 nights of accommodation, all transfers, exciting activities, and many meals so you can skip the stress of planning and simply enjoy your spectacular Costa Rica vacation.
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* A traveler said: "Excellent trip! Hotel choices, the tours, and trips were all very well planned. The punctuality of tour guides was very impressive. We had a wonderful time and highly recommend it!!"
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Guided Night Walk
This walk takes around 2 hours, where we'll walk on the trails of this private reserve looking for all kind of criatures, most of those active at night time, but being able to possibly spot some day time active fauna sleeping too.
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Private Night Hike In The Woods
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We invite you to explore the forest at night, book with a local guide in a PRIVATE walk and get an unforgettable experience searching for insects, frogs, snakes, sloth, tarantulas, armadillo, sleeping birds and more. Book with us and find out about the fascinating night creatures!
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