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Costa Rica Boat Tour

It’s well known that some of the best places to visit in Costa Rica are the most difficult to get to. Boat tours help visitors access a score of such places by providing easy transportation up rivers, across oceans and through estuaries. During these trips, tour takers may snorkel, swim or sunbathe; they might search for birds or mammals, fish for rainbow bass, or hike along an island’s jungle trails. An ecologically savvy guide, who can help explain the relationships between the varying organisms, often accompanies these tours. Meals are frequently provided, and all guests are equipped with any necessary equipment.

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Corcovado National Park Day Tour

Corcovado National Park Day Tour

From $219

Hike through the lush rainforests of Corcovado National Park and spot an incredible amount of biodiversity on this exciting all day tour.

Jungle Crocodile Safari

Jungle Crocodile Safari

From $40

The Jungle Crocodile Safari Tour will take you along a river teeming with wildlife-crocodiles, birds, reptiles and more! Have your eyes sharp and your camera ready as you enjoy this two-hour tour.

Caño Island Snorkeling

Caño Island Snorkeling

From $201

Spend your day snorkeling and swimming in the clear waters of the Caño Island Biological Reserve.

Tortuga Island Tour

Tortuga Island Tour

From $94

Take an adventurous, all-inclusive tour of the gorgeous coast of the Nicoya Peninsula. Along the way, you’ll have ample opportunity for spotting wildlife as well as relaxing in the natural beauty of Tortuga Island. This is an all-day tour—your boat departs at 9 AM from Montezuma and returns at 4 PM.

Cano Negro Wildlife Reserve

Cano Negro Wildlife Reserve

From $105

On this tour you’ll take a boat down the Frío River and explore the wetlands of the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge, located just a few miles south of the Nicaraguan border.

Damas Estuary Boat Trip

Damas Estuary Boat Trip

From $102

The Damas Estuary Boat Trip takes you on a covered boat tour through the complex and beautiful estuaries and mangroves surrounding Damas Island. Damas Island got its name because it is said that the shape of the island resembles a woman.

Caño Island Tour-

Caño Island Tour-

From $122

This tour leaves departs from Drake Bay at 7:00 AM and includes two dives off of Caño Island. Your guide will take you to some of the most popular dive sites in the area, where you can see a ton of pelagic fish as well as manta rays. Divers treasure this site because it’s so beautifully preserved – no one is allowed to fish or collect shells in a 3-mile radius surrounding the island.

Tortuga Island BBQ Tour

Tortuga Island BBQ Tour

From $157

On this boating trip, you’ll depart from the Nicoya Peninsula to see Tortuga Island. Peer over the hulle of the boat for the chance to see marine wildlife swimming past. You’ll also have the chance to try snorkeling and explore the island on your own.

Whale Watching Tour

Whale Watching Tour

From $155

Marine Mammals frequent the waters surrounding Osa Peninsula and the goal of this trip is to search for and observe animals in there natural habitat but not to disturb or disrupt them. It is common to find whales, dolphins, manta rays and sea turtles.

Mangrove Fishing Tour

Mangrove Fishing Tour

From $869

Damas Island is just off the coast of Manual Antonio National Park, and mangrove forest lines Damas Island's coast. For this tour you will board a high-tech motorboat and glide past mangroves, and eventually reach a good place to go fishing.

Marino Ballena Park Combination Tour (Whale - Dolphin combo Tour)

Marino Ballena Park Combination Tour (Whale - Dolphin combo Tour)

From $119

The Bahia Aventuras Combo Tour combines elements of some of the most popular tours - whale/dolphin watching and snorkeling - into one rip-roaring, exciting day of adventure.

Half Day Fun at the Ocean

Half Day Fun at the Ocean

From $887

This tour of the Papagayo Gulf will take you along the coast of Costa Rica’s Guanacaste region. Guanacaste is a tropical region with abundant fish near its coast.

Terraba Sierpe Mangrove and Wildlife Tour

Terraba Sierpe Mangrove and Wildlife Tour

From $110

Terraba Sierpe Mangrove and Wildlife Tour

Sunset Cruise on Arenal Lake

Sunset Cruise on Arenal Lake

From $134

On this 2-hour cruise you’ll get to see the sun set over the Arenal Lake. Along the way you’ll learn about your surroundings from a knowledgeable guide as you snack on wine and cheese.

Sarapiqui River Safari Guided Tour

Sarapiqui River Safari Guided Tour

From $87

The Sarapiqui River flows along the border between Costa Rica and Nicaragua and is home to some of the country's most gorgeous scenery. During this 2-hour river safari, you'll ride a comfortable boat down the Sarapiqui River and have ample opportunities to spot a range of wildlife.

Palo Verde National Park Tour

Palo Verde National Park Tour

From $154

Discover the highlights of Palo Verde in a single day. Cruise along the Tempisque River as you spot diverse wildlife, savor a traditional Guanacastecan lunch, and visit Guaitil to experience authentic Chorotega pottery in the renowned Nicoya Blue Zone.

Tortuga Island Tour

Tortuga Island Tour

From $154

Come explore the beautiful Tortuga Island on this full-day tour. You'll enjoy lovely landscapes, tasty meals, and fun activities like swimming, snorkeling, and volleyball.

Rainforest Birdwatching Tour

Rainforest Birdwatching Tour

From $257

This three-hour tour will take you into the rainforest to see an incredible variety of birds.

4 in 1 Tour - Safari Float, La Fortuna Waterfall, Volcano Hike and Tabacon Hot Springs

4 in 1 Tour - Safari Float, La Fortuna Waterfall, Volcano Hike and Tabacon Hot Springs

From $377

This 4-in-1 tour takes you to Arenal’s most impressive sights, and you’ll have the chance to splash around some of Arenal’s prettiest swimming spots along the way. Get ready to see the sights with an experienced guide who can point out some of the unusual flora and fauna.

Buena Vista Mega Combo Adventure

Buena Vista Mega Combo Adventure

From $216

This expedition at the Buena Vista Lodge allows tour members to enjoy canopy tours and horseback rides, and hot springs all in one day. Oh right and then there is that 400-meter waterslide through the forest.

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Nature Walk

Hike through the lush rainforests of Corcovado National Park and spot an incredible amount of biodiversity on this exciting all day tour.

From $219

Corcovado National Park Day Tour

Corcovado National Park Day Tour

Hike through the lush rainforests of Corcovado National Park and spot an incredible amount of biodiversity on this exciting all day tour.

Jungle Crocodile Safari

Caño Island Snorkeling

Tortuga Island Tour

Cano Negro Wildlife Reserve

Damas Estuary Boat Trip

Caño Island Tour-

Tortuga Island BBQ Tour

Whale Watching Tour

Mangrove Fishing Tour

Marino Ballena Park Combination Tour (Whale - Dolphin combo Tour)

Half Day Fun at the Ocean

Terraba Sierpe Mangrove and Wildlife Tour

Sunset Cruise on Arenal Lake

Sarapiqui River Safari Guided Tour

Palo Verde National Park Tour

Tortuga Island Tour

Rainforest Birdwatching Tour

4 in 1 Tour - Safari Float, La Fortuna Waterfall, Volcano Hike and Tabacon Hot Springs

Buena Vista Mega Combo Adventure

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Anywhere Costa Rica

Insider-led Costa Rica Design & Concierge

Your insider team designs the trip around what you care about, then supports you in-country with private logistics, vetted partners, and concierge help when plans change.

Anywhere Costa Rica

Private drivers; English-speaking available.

Avoid the crowds in private day tours.

Better stays, better pacing, better reservations.

Insider-only experiences and exclusive local partners.

24/7 in-country support by phone, text, and WhatsApp.

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