Rainforest Aerial Tram
(1 Day )

This attraction is a unique ecotourism and research facility that takes visitors through the rain forest canopy and its hanging gardens of plants and hidden animals. Home to two-thirds of all rain forest species, the rain forest canopy is a little-known world of tremendous beauty and extraordinary biological diversity. Once we get to the Aerial Tram, we will go to the Visitors Center, where you will watch an explanatory video and prepare to enjoy a 45 minute walk through the trails which are enjoyed by birdwatchers from all around the world, accompanied by a naturalist guide.

Now we take the Aerial Tram for approximately 90 minutes. During the first part of the trip, we’ll travel through the inferior and medium levels of the forest. On the way back we pass through the best part of the tour: the top part of the forest – the canopy. The highest point is 35 meters from the ground. Once back at the boarding area, we will go for lunch and later return to San Jose right on time to rest and prepare for a great night in the city.
Price per person of one day tour U.S.D. 85.00 includes: lunch, transportation, entrance fee biligual guide and taxes. Departures 9:00 a.m., Aprox. 6:00 hrs.

Rafting Pacuare
( 1 Day )
(Class III - IV)

The tour starts between 6:00 and 7:00 a. m when our microbuses pick up the adventurers in the main hotels of the metropolitan area.
A Costa Rican breakfast is offered at around 8:00 a.m. in a Paraíso, Cartago town restaurant with a spectacular view of the Orosi Valley.
Then we arrive to Tres Equis, Turrialba, a town where our guides wait for us with the equipment to start this wonderful adventure.
Each participant will receive a life jacket, a helmet and a paddle. One of the guides will give a safety speech and a small practice before facing whitewater rafting like Huacas, Cimarrones and Dos Montañas.
Pacuare is considered the most beautiful river in Costa Rica, and worldwide one of the best whitewater rafting rivers due to the scenic beauty, waterfalls, hiking trails and diversity of flora and fauna, among which participants will observe blue morpho butterflies, sloths, tucans, red frogs and great variety of birds. Thus, nature is present throughout the route.

This is a 3.5-hour journey with approximately 18 miles length. The minimum age for participants is 12 years old.

Once the river journey is finished, our customers are moved to a restaurant in Siquirres, Limón for a shower and a typical lunch.

We return to San José and leave rafters in their hotels between 5:30 and 6:30 p.m.

Rafting Reventazon
( 1 Day )

Reventazón River - Pejibaye River

“Born in the foothill of Cordillera de Talamanca, extended throughout the Jiménez canton and surrounded by the picturesque Tucurrique and Pejibaye towns is the beautiful Pejibaye river, one of the most important natural areas in this region due to its crystalline water and its rain forest. It is adequate for rafting as people of any age can enjoy completely by mixing adrenaline with landscape beauty. ”

The tour starts in Alajuela, crossing San José and the Cartago province (the first capital of the country); we take a look at the Apóstol Santiago Ruins and the Los Ángeles Virgin Bassilica that keeps Los Ángeles Virgin, the Costa Rican Patron. Immediately, we arrive at Sanchirí Restaurant and Mirador in Paraíso de Cartago for an excellent typical breakfast. Then, we continue to the Pejibaye town crossing the Cachí Hydroelectric Dam (the first in our country) and observe plantations of “chayotes”, “pejibayes”, ferns and coffee as well as the majestic Velo de Novia waterfall.
At around 9:30 a.m. we meet the rest of the team in Taus, a town where rafting guides and kayakers deliver life jackets, helmets and paddles. They will be waiting for you enthusiastically to offer a day full of emotions through the water of this wonderful river. They will also give a safety speech and once you are prepared into the boat, your life adventure is about to start!

This section of the Pejibaye river has class II and III rafting ideal for nature lover adventurers and for family joy. During the two hour journey you can admire a great variety of birds like: toucans, herons and cormorants, and the end of the journey will be a peaceful rest crossing La Angostura Dam lake in Turrialba, where we can leave the paddles and enjoy the beautiful site. We will dock beside the lake for a shower, change clothes and transportation to Sanchirí
Restaurant & Mirador crossing Turrialba. Their personnel will be waiting for us with a delicious lunch and then, we will return to San José using the same departure route.

Arenal Volcano &
Baldi Hot Springs
(One day)

Departure time: 9:00 a.m. approx.
Length of tour: 12 hours

Located north of Costa Rica, the impressive Arenal Volcano is a natural phenomenon that attracts thousands and thousands of tourists due to its permanent, extraordinary and trusted volcanic activity, which on clear nights can seem like fireworks with intermittent explosions of ash and lava.
In order to get to this wonder from nature we must go to the north of the country, and inevitably we must make a stop in the famous town of Sarchi, of international fame, it has earned the name Birthplace of Costa Rica’s Artisans. As we continue our trip we will go thru diverse plantations with agricultural products, ornamental plants and cattle ranches until we arrive at La Fortuna, for lunch in a cozy restaurant right in front of the volcano. This excellent location will allow us the best view in order to catch any volcanic activity.

Before entering the beautiful gardens where the thermal springs are located we will visit Arenal Lake. Here we can easily walk on a road next to the Park where we will look for toucans, monkeys, coatimundis and other animals. Due to security reasons we will not enter the park.
Later we will relax in one of the best thermal water places in the area where you will be able to enjoy an optional massage or other treatment that you will have reserved ahead of time.

Last, a wonderful dinner will be served with a great view of the volcano so you will not miss any opportunities of to look out for the incandescent light explosions.
After dinner we will begin our return trip to the city of San Jose.

We recommend: swim suit, mosquito repellent, sweater and towel.

Irazú Volcano, Orosi Valley &
Lankester Gardens
(One day)

Departure: 8:00 a.m. approx.
Length of tour: 9 hours

We take the Panamerican Highway South, to start ascending the large “Iztaru”. The winding road travels through fertile lands cultivated with all kinds of vegetables as we observe a lovely panoramic view. On the top of the volcano you can observe the main craters and on a clear day both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans can be seen.

As we descend to the city of Cartago we will stop at the Virgin of the Angels Basilica that according to religious custom is a peregrination site for many believers. After visiting the Basilica we will stop at Lankester Gardens, a University of Costa Rica Center for investigation that protects more than 800 species of orchids and bromeliads and countless species of other plants.

We will continue on to the Valley of Orosi where creation overflows in unparallel beauty. We will be able to visit one of the few remaining colonial churches and we will stop for lunch in one of the local restaurants.
During our tour we will be able to observe La Casa Del Soñador an example of Costa Rican primitive art.

We recommend hat, jacket, walking shoes, insect repellent, binoculars and camera.

Canopy Tour San Lorenzo
(One day)

Departure Time 9:00 a.m. approx
Length of tour: 8 hours

Definitely an adventure you can’t miss. We depart the city towards the mountains that surround the Central Valley, with scenery of spectacular vegetation and extensive coffee plantations, ornamental plants and picturesque typical towns of Costa Rica. As we ascend, we will enjoy the climatic changes of our country.
This is an experience that is enjoyed only once, as we slide from one platform to the next flying thru the canopy. Canopy San Lorenzo is located in the middle of a tropical forest reserve in a beautiful area full of orchids, bromeliads and other ornamental plants.

The sliding cable is divided into two parts:
-The forest section, which starts with small cables so the passenger will acquire confidence while admiring the forest’s canopy and
- The adventure section, with much longer cables suspended from high platforms that require large doses of adrenaline.
The total length of the cable is 2500 meters or 8.202,10 ft. There are 19 platforms and the San Lorenzo Canopy offers a 750-meter or 2.460,63 feet cable, the longest one in the country.

From one platform to the next the guide will explain the most important features of the forest. Finally, after only a short walk, we will have a delicious lunch in the restaurant Gran Vista.

We recommend you bring camera, light clothes, comfortable shoes, insect repellent.and extra clothes.

El Pueblo Antiguo (Nightly Tour)
Offered only on Fridays and Saturdays

Departure time: 6:00 p.m. approx.
Length of tour: 3 hours

Costa Rican Night Tour, a spectacle that shows the turn of the XIX century traditions. Enjoy this show that combines beliefs, dress, architecture, music, dance and foods in a spectacle full of humor that will take you directly to the roots of Costa Rica. Visit Costa Rica Nights in Pueblo Antiguo.

Pueblo Antiguo is a theme park, which shows the architectural infrastructure that existed in San Jose in the beginning of the XX century. It is a scenario composed of recreations of old buildings. Besides activities such as folkloric dances, professional actors masquerades and other memories of a not so long past.

We recommend Sweater and camera

Tierra Tica, Show and Dinner
Mirador Ram Luna
(Night tour- only Wednesdays.)

Departure time: 6:00 p.m. aprox.
Length of tour: 4 hours

Enjoy a wonderful view of the Central Valley from the top of one of the mountains that surround it while you enjoy a delicious dinner buffet of typical Costa Rican food. Also included is an impressive masquerade traditional with typical dances and marimba music.

The night ends with the magic of a small firework spectacle. Some local artisans will be present to show us their wares and offer their beautiful creations.
Don’t miss out on this unforgettable night!

We recommend camera and sweater.

Poas Volcano – La Paz Waterfalls Gardens.
(One day)

Departure time: 8:00 a.m. approx
Length of tour: 8 hours

We take the Pan-American Highway towards the city of Alajuela. In route we go by the Agriculture Monument, the Monument to Juan Santamaria and the famous Mango Park. As we ascend towards the volcano we stop for a brief explanation on our golden bean, coffee, and then continue our trip through fern, flower and strawberry farms.

There is a noticeable change in temperature and vegetation, preparing us for the pleasure of the exuberant cloud forest of Poas Volcano.
At the Volcano we will have time to observe the impressive main crater with its sulfur fumaroles. Then we will hike on a trail to the beautiful Botos Lagoon that will allow us to learn about the different ecosystems in the park. We will continue our trip towards the Caribbean, stopping to discover La Paz Waterfall Gardens, a natural park where we will walk thru spectacular trails which will take us to White Magic Waterfall, the most spectacular one in the area. Inside the park we will also visit the largest butterfly observatory in the country that houses a collection of tropical jewels and the impressive hummingbird gallery, serpentarium,old house, bird house & frogs exhibit

Once we have finished our walk we will partake of a delicious lunch buffet and then begin our return trip to San Jose.

We recommend: hat, light jacket, walking shoes, insect repellent, binoculars and camera.

Poás Volcano National Park/Grecia/ Sarchí
(One day)

Departure time: 8:30 am approx
Length: 8 hours

We take the Pan-American Highway towards the city of Alajuela. En route we go by the Agriculture Monument, the Monument to Juan Santamaria and the famous Mango Park. As we ascend towards the volcano we stop for a brief explanation on our golden bean, coffee, and then continue our trip through fern, flower and strawberry farms. There is a noticeable change in temperature and vegetation, preparing us for the pleasure of the exuberant cloud forest of Poas Volcano.

At the Volcano we will have time to enjoy the impressive main crater with its sulfur fumaroles, and hike on a trail to the beautiful Botos Lagoon as we learn about the different ecosystems in the park. After visiting the volcano, we will have time to enjoy a delicious lunch in one of the typical restaurants of the area. Our third stop is beautiful Grecia. Considered one of the cleanest towns of Latin America, it is home to the only Metal Church in Central America and a national monument that fills its inhabitants with pride. In order to catch a glimpse of local lifestyle we will also visit the central market area.

Our last stop is Sarchi, known as the Cradle of Costa Rican Artisans because of its fine workshops. Here we will have time to enjoy the artistic work of the local artisans as they create the famous typical oxcart and you will be able to shop for that special souvenir to take home.

We recommend: light jacket, comfortable shoes, binoculars and camera.

Grecia & Sarchí (Oxcart Factory)
(One day)

Departure time: 11:00 a.m.
Length of tour: 5 hours

Located in the province of Alajuela and surrounded by cane fields we find Grecia, a beautiful town considered one of the cleanest in Latin America, it is home to the only Metal Church in Central America and a national monument that fills its inhabitants with pride.

We continue to Sarchi, known as the Cradle of Costa Rican Artisans because of its fine wood workshops. Here you will have time to enjoy the artistic work of the local artisans as they create the famous typical oxcart and you will be able to shop for that special souvenir to take home.

We recommend: light jacket, comfortable shoes, binoculars and camera.

White Water Rafting
(One day)

Pick up time: 6:00 a.m. aprox.
Departure time: 6:00 a.m. approx.

Experience the emotion and adventure of the rapids, an explosion of emotions, the scenery and vegetation are wonderful, and the power of the waters will take you to a great adventure.

All equipment will be supplied and a specialized guide will instruct you in how to handle the river’s strong currents.
(Breakfast and lunch included)

Suggested gear: camera, water sandals or tennis shoes, suntan lotion, towel and a change of clothes.

a. Sarapiqui, class III
Departure time: 6:00 a.m. approx
Length 10 hours

b. Pascua and Pacuare, class VI
Departure time: 6:30 a.m. approx
Length 10 hours

4 in 1 The best of Costa Rica.
(One day)

Departure time: 6:20 a.m. approx
Length: 11 hours

To begin this recommended tour, which should really be called Ten in One, we take the Pan-American road to Alajuela, where we go by the Agriculture Monument, the Monument to Juan Santamaria and the Mango Park.
A few later we stop for the first time at the famous Doka State.We take the Typical breakfast, visit the beautiful coffee plantation, the mill, and the roast room.
As we continue to climb to Poas Volcano we go by coffee plantations, flower and fern nurseries and strawberry fields.
There is a noticeable change in temperature and vegetation, preparing us for the pleasure of the exuberant cloud forest in Poas volcano, where we will have time to enjoy the impressive main crater with its sulfur fumaroles.

We continue our trip on the Caribbean slope, stopping to discover La Paz Waterfall Gardens, a natural park where we will walk in spectacular trails that take us to White Magic Waterfall, the most spectacular one in the area. Inside the park we will also visit the largest butterfly observatory in the country home to a collection of tropical jewels and the impressive hummingbird gallery. A buffet style lunch is included here.
After lunch we will continue on the Atlantic slope and once we arrive at Puerto Viejo we will be ready for a relaxing boat trip down the Sarapiqui River. Just sit down and enjoy the surrounds. During our boat ride our guide will unfold for us the simple life of the people who live along the riverbank.
Before returning to San Jose we will drive thru unforgettable Braulio Carrillo National Park, one of the most important tropical rain forest reserves in Costa Rica.
Tour includes breakfast, coffee plantation visit, craters and trails in Poas Volcano National Park, entrance fee to La Paz Waterfall Gardens, including Butterfly, Hummingbird Gallery and waterfall trails. Buffet lunch, boat trip on the Sarapiqui River with soft drinks on-board and drive thru Braulio Carrillo National Park.

We recommend: hat, a light jacket, comfortable shoes, insect repellent, binoculars and camera.

The best of the Pacific

Departure time: 6:20 a.m. approx
Length: 10 hours

We depart San Jose towards the Pacific coast via the Old Spanish Road of 1606, briefly stopping along the way for breakfast.
Once we arrive to our first destination, we will ride a boat along the Tarcoles River. Our guides will take us into a world of crocodiles, water and migratory birds.

After our boat ride we will visit one of the most beautiful protected areas, Punta Leona Resort, an exotic paradise surrounded by 750 hectares of transitional tropical wet forest to tropical dry forest, which is characteristic of this region. The beauty of its white sands and deep blue ocean are particular to the Pacific.
You will have all day free to enjoy this beautiful place and to enjoy the optional activities such as water sports, bathing in the crystal waters of the ocean or using the hotel pools. The tour includes a delicious lunch served in one of the local restaurants.

In the afternoon you may wish to enjoy an optional guided walk thru the jungle. Taking only one and a half hours it is a good opportunity to observe wild life such as reptiles, amphibians and scorpions.

Sunset in Punta Leona is an extraordinary experience, which we will enjoy, and after this spectacular view we will return to San Jose.

What to bring:
For the river: hat, sun block, insect repellent, binoculars and camera.
For the resort: shorts, sandals, towel and swimsuit.
For the jungle (optional) walking shoes.

PANACA Theme Park

PANACA is a Theme park strategically located in San Mateo (only 1 hour away from San Jose and other important destinations), which main goal is to turn the attention towards the countryside, in such an interactive way that the city people can understand the importance of the agricultural and animal sector in the economical and social development of our countries.

PANACA is a full day visit, with 5 spectacular animal shows and 6 different stations, providing unique experience where through educational, interactive, and leisure processes all visitors come into sensory contact with the largest collection of animals from the domestic zoology (over 3500 animals from more than 3000 races) and with agriculture, nature, and all resources the park provides, as well as the agroindustrial productive processes.