Tours in San Jose

You can always count on Tico Paradise transportation for providing reliable, safe, affordable and comfortable transfer service for anywhere in Costa Rica. Our chauffeurs are friendly, professional, punctual and always available to provide interesting information about Costa Rica, pick out fascinating wildlife along the way or even teach you a few words in Spanish!

Leaving San José the tour traverses the majestic scenery of Braulio Carrillo National Park and arriving at Sarapiqui we will enjoy two adventurous attractions: the Canopy Tour in the middle of a secondary forest with trees of high altitude and after lunch the White Water Rafting in the agitating waters of the Sarapiqui River. The Canopy Tour takes about one and a half hour. We go through nine cables of different lengths, stretching over the forest, with the last one crossing the Sarapiqui River. The rafting at Sarapiqui River has different levels between class II and class III, presenting a vibrant scenery to those who want to participate in this exciting activity. Nine miles of unexpected rapids in combination with calm and relaxing intervals makes this an unforgettable experience for bird watchers, nature, and adrenaline lovers. In lieu of the white-water rafting, you may opt for a horseback riding tour.

An off of the beaten path activity, the exploration of Hacienda Ébano, a Natural Reserve and Ranch. The customer will experience a 1km / 0.6 mile short hike through the rainforest, 2 gorgeous waterfalls with natural pools, also stunning mountains and ocean views. In the trip, the client will have the opportunity to see wildlife such as birds, frogs, and monkeys, also many types of plants, flowers, and trees. The transportation is in a comfortable and safe 4x4 Safari style Truck - the best tool to travel the 10km / 6.2 miles through the big mountains. The perfect end is to refresh us and swim in the Jade Waterfall, also enjoy next to the river, a Costa Rican authentic lunch wrapped in banana leaf. All in a small group, with the company of local experienced guides committed with client service. Please remember to bring: • Hiking shoes, tennis or water-shoes (do not use flip flops) • Swimsuit • Insect Repellent

As you explore this enchanting city, you'll discover a perfect blend of old-world charm and modern vibrancy. Our knowledgeable guides will lead you through the streets, sharing captivating histories and transporting you back in time. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of the National Theater, a true masterpiece showcasing artistic brilliance. Admire its neoclassical façade, intricate details, and breathtaking murals that bring the culture to life. Prepare to be amazed at the Central Market, a bustling hub where vibrant colors, aromatic scents, and lively sounds come together. Indulge your taste buds with local delicacies and tropical fruits that will transport you to paradise. Allow us to be your guide, your storyteller, and your companion as we unlock the secrets of this mesmerizing destination. Book your tour today. San Jose is waiting to capture your heart!

Learn about local life in San Jose through its architecture, history and food. This 3-hour walking tour shows you the typical lifestyle of the capital as you stroll through the streets with a knowledgeable local guide. Get to know the city through its markets and coffee history, ending at Mercado Central (Central Market) where you’ll taste an ice cream and sample some tasty food. Numbers are limited to 12 people, ensuring an intimate experience with a small group.

Spend your afternoon exploring two of La Fortuna’s most iconic experiences—Arenal Volcano and its rejuvenating natural hot springs. Begin your journey with a guided hike around the base of the magnificent Arenal Volcano, one of Costa Rica’s most famous landmarks. As you walk through lush rainforest trails, your guide will share fascinating stories of the volcano’s history and point out local wildlife, including tropical birds, monkeys, and other creatures that inhabit the area. After your adventure-filled hike, unwind in a serene natural hot springs river, where you can soak in the warm, mineral-rich waters. Surrounded by tropical scenery, this is the perfect way to relax and let the soothing waters melt away any tension, offering a peaceful end to your day. Highlights: Afternoon hike around the base of Arenal Volcano Learn about the volcano's history and spot wildlife Relax in a natural hot springs river Ideal for those seeking adventure followed by peaceful relaxation

You'll be hang around with a local friend sharing a local experience. The price is per reservation and includes from 1 to 4 passengers. We choose to go off the beaten path to offer something new and exciting. There is nothing written in stone for this tour and others, this is the fun part of this service. The service includes a personal driver on 4WD car who will pick you and show you accordingly to the point of interest you want to go. There’s an alternative option on a Van up to 12 passengers available.

This tour has been designed with a view to offering a relaxing day at one of the most popular beaches in the country surrounded by an active and vibrant trade to enjoy the warm tropical climate, the long beach bathed by the Pacific Ocean and the pools included among the facilities and services offered by the beach hotel South Beach . Its proximity to the capital city makes the city of Jacó one of the most important holiday destinations in the country, where the offer of tourist services is extremely varied allowing you to enjoy all kinds of adventure, nature and entertainment activities to the fullest.  Tour includes: Profesional bilingual guide Comfortable air conditioning transportation Use of facilities Bottled water 2 Hours ATV Adventure Lunch Free wifi

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**Minimum 2 persons from San José or May pay for 2 persons if solo** All inclusive tour includes a private driver that will pick you up at your specified hotel (pick up times will be confirmed the evening before the tour). We will stop for a typical Costa Rican breakfast and take you to the river by private car. Once we have arrived to the Pejivaje River, you will be greeted by your guides and given instructions to keep your group safe while enjoying the thrill of the river. We will provide bottled water to keep you hydrated during the excursion, fresh towels to dry off with, pictures taken during your experience, and lunch to keep your energy up! The tour will include 2 laps of the river, and approx. 3 hours floating and riding the rapids while taking in the beautiful jungle surroundings. Once finished we will bring you back to your hotel!

Truly bilingual, professional drivers, with years of experience. Our drivers have customer service training, and are very knowledgeable about the area, Costarican geography, biodiversity, and culture. Comfortable vehicles with A/C, WiFi, and free courtesy beverages. Private transportation ensures you can stop to take pictures, bathroom breaks, and strategic stops to get snacks, lunch or fruits along the way. Car seats and booster seats available upon request.

Our tour is the only one in Costa Rica that takes you to enjoy a delicious dinner at the best viewpoint in the city in San José, our guides will make you feel at home and you can enjoy a typical Costa Rican folk dance show, drink a good wine and learn about the history and culture of Costa Rica, we will pick you up at 05:00 p.m., it is ideal if you leave work as a visitor in Costa Rica and have little time to learn about our traditions. It is also the perfect opportunity to have a romantic dinner in a magical place, or to enjoy with your family or friends. You will love this tour, we have many gardens, museums and viewpoints to take incredible photos. In addition, our restaurant was built in a typical Costa Rican house from the 19th century, without a doubt it is a unique experience that you cannot miss.

You will visit the Doka Coffee Plantation, to enjoy a delicious breakfast and a guided tour of the coffee plantation where you will learn about the techniques used by experts to process and produce one of the best coffees in Costa Rica. Then continue towards Poás Volcano. This 2708-meter-high colossus is active. Admire its impressive crater and gas emissions, in addition to learning about its volcanic activity and different ecosystems found in this beautiful national park. Continue to La Paz Waterfalls, walk a beautiful path and enjoy the different attractions of the park including the aviary, the largest butterfly observatory in the country, the hummingbird gallery, the serpentarium, the frog, monkey and cat exhibition. At the end, a delicious buffet lunch awaits you. The total stay inside the Poás Volcano National Park will be 40 minutes: 10 minutes on the walk to the viewpoint of the crater, 20 minutes of stay on the viewpoint and 10 minutes on the exit walk.

• Benefit from a private transfer from San Jose to Uvita or Dominical Beach • Avoid the hassle of waiting in line for a taxi or public transportation • Relax and enjoy the views along the way

Great Low Prices - Competitive pricing on all transfer services. No hidden surcharges of any kind! Always Available – We care about our customers and strive to make your experience with us the best ever. We are available 24/7 for any questions and problems you may have. Free Wifi Onboard– We provide free wifi on our vans

Delicious Costa Rican food and drink .Oh, we need to say more? Alright, well, there’s also a ton of culture and history, a tasty local dinner, and the chance to experience San Jose’s nightlife with a local. Best. Night. Ever.

Our company focuses on going beyond what first meets the eye, this means that we'll guide you through the jungle with a naturalist spirit, full of curiosity and wonder. We have designed this experience to go deep into the tropical forest and also have a dose of relaxing but exciting time while jumping on a boat ride that will leave you amazed by the biodiversity and richness of a mostly overlooked destination. We carefully design every stop in order to support local families and businesses to get you closer to the costarican culture and to let our Pura Vida lifestyle embrace you. • The only birdwatching and wildlife One Day Tour to Carara National Park • Walk the trails of the most important forest in the Central Pacific side-by-side with our biologists • Embark with us on a boat journey • A percentage of the earnings goes to Funga Conservation, a non-profit foundation. • Small-group tour with a maximum of 4 people ensures an intimate experience

This shuttle is scheduled to leave regardless of the minimum number of bookings. All of our vehicles are custom-designed so that you can sit comfortably and so that your luggage can be stored inside. We equipped the shuttles with comfortable reclining seats as well as a comfortable, clean pillow. Enjoy our onboard WiFi and under-the-seat power outlets, so you can stay connected during your ride.

Get to know one of the most active volcanoes in Costa Rica, the Poás Volcano with 2,708 m high, which is located just a few minutes from the city of San José, where we pick you up directly where you can find lodged to take you to see the Great Colossus On the way to the Volcano you will be able to delight in the beautiful views of the Milk, Strawberry and ornamental plants farms as well as the large coffee plantations which stand out for the large amount observed on the way, once we arrive at the Volcano. We will take you to enjoy a delicious typical Lunch which is included in the tour. Once we are satisfied we will go to La Peace Waterfalls where you will be amazed with the immense this waterfall that this area gives us. You can not loose of visiting the Coffee Farm and learning everything about one of the best coffee in the world.

Experience San Jose in a unique way, visiting historical landmarks, parks, and neighborhoods. Taste some local flavors while you get to know the city. San Jose is the heart of our Nation and the best way to discover it is on two wheels, with zero emissions, and lots of emotions. The tour includes an experienced bilingual guide during the 2-hour bicycle ride, empanadas, and specialty coffee brewed by a local barista. It also includes an urban bike and a helmet.

On the top of the volcano you can observe the main craters and on a clear day Pacific Oceans and Caribbean Sea. 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. Surrounded by rainforest and lush vegetation, La Hacienda Orosi has been blessed by mother earth with nascent thermal mineral water. These rich springs of mineralthermal “telluric” waters (non-magmatic or volcanic ), are filtered between the layers of the earth and spring in the middle of the rainforest at more than 65 degrees Celsius.

Please give us the pickup time for your transfer. As well, please give us the number of people for the transfer and very importantly the number of flight landing to CR. *Special note: The price is set for 4 people (every additional person after 4 is $10 per person). Enjoy a pleasant and safe drive with a professional transfer service. This is a three hours drive and our driver can stop at any place a long the route for you to enjoy some of the strategic areas, such like the Tarcoles River where you can easily observe the amazing large crocodiles from the bridge and take pictures of them, you can also stop at typical restaurants or souvenir stores (no additional charges). Our vans have wifi and our driver will take a cooler with cold bottle waters. Even if you wan to arrange a tour during you activity. Then we would be happy to accomodate it for you.

Private ground transfer from San Jose, Alajuela, Heredia or from Airport Juan Santa María with welcome service to  Uvita, or if you need back from Uvita to San Jose just give us your hotel at Uvita, where you need your pick up to take you back to San Jose.

Enjoy with us a safe trip to your destination, we have all insurance and permits by law, so you can be sure that you will be 100% covered. Free WiFi and water on board, just hop on, relax and enjoy your trip. All our drivers have a Basic or Intermediate English, do not hesitate to talk to them, they will be pleased to advise you with details about your journey. Book your transfer with time, to have the chance to stop for a souvenir or to take a picture on the way. Our fleet is 2017 + with special features for your comfort and relax. We love to offer the best of us, if you are traveling with kids, or seniors members who need special attention, please let know during your booking to take note of it and make your service unforgettable. Perhaps we are not the cheapest one, but we can guarantee to you that we offer one of the best services. Take a look of our reviews and get ready to have a great experience with us.