Top 10 Full-day Tours in Puntarenas

Destination: Puntarenas.
Escape the crowds and discover Isla Tortuga. While others go straight to the island, we take you on a wildlife adventure to spot Spider Monkeys, magnificent frages birds and dolphins before relaxing on exclusive private beach spot on Isla Tortuga. Includes a gourmet lunch, unlimited refreshments! Spend 5 hours on the island with one hour of snorkeling tour. Zero Stress: From the lighthouse to the lunch table, everything is handled by the expert crew.
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Duration: Around 8 hours.

Destination: Puntarenas.
⚡ Adrenaline Meets Wildlife on This Unique Costa Rican Experience Get the best of both worlds in one exciting day! This private adventure tour combines the thrill of a zipline canopy experience with a scenic crocodile safari along one of Costa Rica’s most wildlife-rich rivers. Jungle Crocodile River Safari Begin your journey with a covered boat ride on the Tárcoles River, famous for its massive American crocodiles. ✔️ Spot crocodiles, monkeys, herons, and scarlet macaws ✔️ Expert bilingual naturalist guides ✔️ Safe, shaded boat with great photo opportunities ⚡ Zipline Canopy Adventure Next, head into the rainforest for a thrilling zipline tour through the treetops! ✔️ Multiple cables and platforms with breathtaking views ✔️ Safety equipment and trained staff ✔️ Suitable for beginners and families Scenic Drive & Local Insights
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Duration: Around 6 hours and a half.

Destination: San Jose.
️ Tropical Beaches, Rainforest Trails & Wildlife in One Unforgettable Day Escape the city and discover Manuel Antonio National Park, one of Costa Rica’s most stunning natural gems. Known for its white-sand beaches, lush rainforest, and abundant wildlife, this private day trip from San José offers a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. Guided Nature Walk in the National Park Enjoy a peaceful hike with a certified naturalist guide who will help you spot: ✔️ Sloths, white-faced monkeys, iguanas, raccoons, and toucans ✔️ Beautiful flora and medicinal plants ✔️ Breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean The trail is easy and family-friendly, with shaded paths leading to scenic beaches. ️ Beach Time at Manuel Antonio After your walk, relax or swim at one of the most beautiful beaches in Costa Rica, located within the national park. ✔️ Calm waters, perfect for swimming ✔️ Optional lunch stop at a local restaurant with ocean views
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Destination: Puntarenas.
Guided morning walk inside the Monteverde cloud forest that will show you the secrets and jewels that live in these mountains such as the glowing Quetzal or the bellbird , plus a great overview from our guides about the ecosystem that the activity is carried out. Finally a small visit to the hummingbird garden where you can see up close more than 7 species of these wonderful birds.
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Duration: Around 3 hours and a half.

Destination: Puntarenas.
Experience Tortuga Island with Costa Cat Cruises - All-Inclusive Fun from Los Sueños Marina Cruise with Costa Cat for a perfect day trip to the breathtaking Tortuga Island. Departing daily from the world-class Los Sueños Marina, our 55 ft air-conditioned catamaran ensures a comfortable journey across the Gulf of Nicoya. Upon arrival, dive into adventure with included activities like snorkeling, a thrilling banana boat ride, and an eco hike that offers stunning views of the island. Throughout the day, enjoy refreshing margaritas and rum punch as you relax under swaying palms on the beach. Our world-famous lunch features delicious Costa Rican dishes to keep you energized. With everything included for the perfect day and an awesome crew at your service, Costa Cat Cruises guarantees an unforgettable experience on Tortuga Island.
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Duration: Around 8 hours.

Destination: Puntarenas.
Your adventure begins at a monkey habitat, where you'll get up close with playful monkey in their native environment. Next, satisfy your taste buds with a stop at a local fruit stand, sampling exotic flavors like juicy mangoes, sweet pineapples, and creamy guanábanas. From there, we’ll take a scenic drive through town of Orotina leading us to the famous Tárcoles River, home to Costa Rica’s largest crocodiles. Glide through the waters on a river cruise, witnessing diverse wildlife, including colorful birds and lush mangroves. The adventure continues as we ascend a mountain viewpoint, where you can spot magnificent toucans and soak in panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. Then, indulge in an authentic Costa Rican lunch, savoring traditional dishes that showcase the rich flavors of the region. Before heading back, enjoy a little shopping time for souvenirs, where you can find handcrafted treasures to remember your trip. As a final touch, we’ll take you on a city tour of Puntarenas!
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Duration: Around 8 hours.

Destination: San Jose.
In just one day, you’ll experience three of Costa Rica’s most unique highlights: the force of an active volcano, the richness of rainforest wildlife, and the story behind one of the world’s most famous coffees. At Poás Volcano, you’ll stand at the edge of one of the world’s largest active craters, a rare opportunity to see geology in action. La Paz Waterfall Gardens then surrounds you with nature at its best—towering waterfalls, exotic wildlife, and vibrant gardens that reveal the country’s biodiversity in one place. Finally, Hacienda Alsacia offers an inside look at Starbucks’ only coffee farm, where sustainable practices meet the tradition of Costa Rican coffee, ending with a cup enjoyed against sweeping mountain views.
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Destination: Puntarenas.
Live a day full of adventure in the Gulf of Nicoya with a committed local agency that has all the navigation permits, our boats have very powerful engines, the tour includes a certified guide in English and Spanish, we start with a safety talk, the tour starts with the possible sighting of bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitation, possible sighting of humpback whales (depending on the season), in our tour you can find the island of spider monkeys, some of the different islands of the Gulf of Nicoya, the arrival to the turtle island is at 10 am (approx), the first activity to do is the snorkeling tour including the equipment with a duration of 30 min to 40 min, our company has an exclusive area for our clients in the island, we include a delicious lunch prepared on the island, dessert, coffee or tea with accompaniments, if your group is more than 7 passengers could be made private
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Normal Price: 100 USD.
Current Price: 90 USD.

Destination: Puntarenas.
Enjoy like a local a all-inclusive full-day tour to Tortuga Island, on a exclusive boat, with local experts. Escape the overcrowded commercial boats. Enjoy on a private beachfront spot, small groups, and 100% personalized service in the paradise of Tortuga Island. This tour include one-hour snorkeling adventure, spider monkey tour, island's finest lunch, prepared with fresh, local ingredients away from the masses, unlimited non alcoholics drinks, snacks, fruits, and a traditional coffe for a total relaxation and fun.
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Duration: Around 7 hours.

Destination: Puntarenas.
Pick up at cruise terminal and/or hotels of Puntarenas area. We ensure a personal experience on small group tours, wildlife interaction as alllows by law of Costa Rica which is very into protecting wildlife and agree on that 100%… and deep inclusion to the rain forest ecosystem by profesional nature guides, easy exploration by mostly drive due the average cruise passengers special needs, also premier transportation with a/c, wifi, large reclining and very comfortable seats great leg room, high roof for easy walking to seats in the bus, also we do NOT use more than 80% of the passengers capacity of our tour vans/coaches based our total satisfaction guarantee. With 18 years leading the best experiences we are the local experts and still with a big passion of showing the nicest sights of beautiful Costa Rica, we have earned the certificated of excellence by TripAdvisor since 2011 when they created it till now, the only agency in town with such an award.
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Duration: Around 8 hours.