Costa Rica Leisure Tours
Exploration doesn’t need to be exhausting, and Costa Rica has much to offer for those who want to recharge and enjoy the country at a leisurely pace. Whether you choose a sunset cruise, an aerial tram, a walk through the rainforest on a suspension bridge, or an afternoon soaking in a volcanic hot spring, there are many relaxing ways to experience Costa Rica’s diverse beauty. Many hotels also offer a variety of creative and traditional spa treatments, and the country’s pristine beaches are some of the best in the world for a quiet afternoon of exploration and reflection.
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Montezuma Waterfall
From $213Take a hike to see some of the natural wonders hidden in the Montezuma forest. You’ll cross aerial bridges and swim in waterfall pools.
Explore TourTabacon Hot Springs
From $137Set amidst a rainforest near the base of the Arenal Volcano, the Tabacón Hot Springs are a fantastic place to unwind. Tabacón was one of the first hot springs resorts in the Arenal region.
Explore TourTortuga Island Tour
From $88Take 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.
Explore TourTortuga Island BBQ Tour
From $313On 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.
Explore TourVandara Nature Pass
From $77Vandará offers an array of relaxing services on their grounds that harness all the relaxing powers of the Costa Rican landscape. This half-day tour includes lunch at the restaurant.
Explore TourPanache Catamaran Sailing Regular Tour
From $102Head off for a day of sailing, snorkeling, and swimming on this tour. You’ll sail up the coast from Playa Flamingo and explore some of the Nicoya Peninsula’s most beautiful coastal areas.
Explore TourTitoku Hot Springs Entrance Fee
From $35The Titoku Hot Springs are located 5.5 km from La Fortuna downtown and about 15km from the Arenal Volcano National Park. The facilities are brand new and are part of the Arenal Kioro Hotel and Resort but are located on a separate property than the hotel.
Explore TourBaldi Hot Springs Admission Fee
From $53Bask in the tranquility of natural hot springs with a tropical cocktail in hand and the Arenal Volcano in plain view at the Baldi Hot Springs. This tropical oasis features 25 different pools, the temperatures increasing as you go up in elevation.
Explore TourTamarindo Catamaran Tour
From $94The Marlin del Rey Catamaran Tour is a great activity for family and friends to enjoy ocean breezes and coastline scenery while sipping delicious tropical drinks. Feel the wind in your hair and bask in the sun while sailing silently past beautiful bays and sandy beaches.
Explore TourSky Tram Monteverde
From $62Enjoy a peaceful and scenic ride aboard the Sky Tram, a slow-moving aerial lift that takes you above the lush canopy of Monteverde’s cloud forest. This tour is perfect for travelers seeking a relaxed yet stunning way to experience the treetops and take in breathtaking panoramic views.
Explore TourOne Day Baldi Hot Springs
From $409This one-day tour offers travelers a chance to shop for handicrafts, soak in hot springs, and enjoy beautiful views of the Arenal Volcano. This tour leaves from San José and visits Sarchí, Arenal, and the Baldi Hot Springs.
Explore TourRainforest Birdwatching Tour
From $330This three-hour tour will take you into the rainforest to see an incredible variety of birds. This is an early-morning tour that begins at 5:00 am.
Explore Tour4 in 1 Tour - Safari Float, La Fortuna Waterfall, Volcano Hike and Tabacon Hot Springs
From $713This 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.
Explore TourWaterfall Rapelling and Rafting Tour
From $395Combining two of the country’s most adrenalin-packed activities, this tour will have you rappelling down waterfalls and surging over white-water rapids! Set in Costa Rica’s Northern Lowlands near the base of the Arenal Volcano, the scenery for this tour couldn’t be any more beautiful.
Explore TourCorcovado National Park Day Tour
From $1,279Hike through the lush rainforests of Corcovado National Park and spot an incredible amount of biodiversity on this exciting all day tour.
Explore TourBuena Vista Mega Combo Adventure
From $649This 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.
Explore TourLake Arenal and El Castillo - Road Cycling Tour
From $276On this road biking trip around Lake Arenal, riders will coast along rolling hills and enjoy stunning scenery. This wonderful excursion is perfect for beginners and intermediate riders.
Explore TourSensoria Tour of Rincón de la Vieja
From $345This tour of the Rincón de la Vieja forest is an idyllic hike past waterfalls and pools of bright blue water. It begins with a drive through the fields of Guanacaste, and then the landscape will suddenly transform into a lush forest.
Explore TourPure Trek Canyoning Costa Rica
From $121This family friendly excursion, will begin with a 30-minute 4x4 trek through tropical rain forest while beneath the shadow of the Arenal Volcano.
Explore TourRafting on the Savegre River
From $263The Savegre River, one of the most pristine rivers in the country and surrounded by lush vegetation and meandering waters, features class II and III rapids that are perfect for beginner rafters.
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Suspension Bridges
Take a hike to see some of the natural wonders hidden in the Montezuma forest. You’ll cross aerial bridges and swim in waterfall pools.
From $213
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