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Costa Rica Day Trips & Extensions


Below are Goway’s Costa Rica day tours and extensions listed in alphabetical order by city (there are many more options we haven’t listed). They combine well with our Costa Rica stopovers/city breaks. As experts in customizing itineraries to suit your personal interests, time available and budget, we look forward to being of service to you for your Costa Rica vacation.

Day Trips

  • Arenal: Canyoning Half Day Tour

    Take an exciting excursion to the canyons of the Arenal Volcano. Rappel down the side of waterfalls into the volcanic canyon, hike rainforest trails, and observe the abundant plant and animal life that call the area beneath the volcano home.
    Duration:
    4.5 Hours
    Prices:
    On request
    Trip Type:
    Day Trips
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  • Arenal: Volcano & Hot Springs Full Day Tour

    Take a day to explore one of the natural wonders of Costa Rica: the Arenal Volcano. Hike along rainforest trails to view exotic plants and wildlife and witness volcanic rock formations before heading to nearby hot springs to relax in thermal baths warmed by the heat of the volcano.
    Duration:
    7 Hours
    Prices:
    On request
    Trip Type:
    Day Trips
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  • Arenal: White Water Rafting the Rio Balsa Half Day Tour

    Raft the white-water rapids of the Balsa River on this adventure excursion in the Arenal area. Paddle down 10 kilometres of breathtaking river, rolling over tranquil pools and frothing rapids, as well as spotting incredible wildlife like monkeys, sloths, and colourful tropical birds.
    Duration:
    8 Hours
    Prices:
    On request
    Trip Type:
    Day Trips
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  • Guanacaste: Palo Verde National Park Boat Full Day Tour

    Embark on a boat tour through one of the most important wetlands in Central America. Travel along the Tempisque River of Palo Verde National Park to observe this landscape of rivers, lagoons, mangroves, marshlands, and floodplains, and to spot all assortment of critters, from crocodiles and iguanas to cormorants and monkeys.
    Duration:
    7.5 Hours
    Prices:
    On request
    Trip Type:
    Day Trips
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  • Manuel Antonio: Manuel Antonio National Park Hiking Half Day Tour

    Explore one of Costa Rica’s most versatile national parks, Manuel Antonio National Park. Hike through rainforest in the company of an expert guide, encountering monkeys, sloths, and tropical birds, exploring incredible natural landscape, and learning about the park’s storied history.
    Duration:
    3.5 Hours
    Prices:
    On request
    Trip Type:
    Day Trips
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  • Manuel Antonio: Ocean Kayak & Snorkeling Half Day Tour

    Take to the waters off the coast of Costa Rica and enjoy an ocean kayaking and snorkeling experience. First, kayak past island nesting grounds and explore hidden bays before snorkeling the coastline near Bisanz Beach and observing the bountiful marine life that populates the waters.
    Duration:
    4 Hours
    Prices:
    On request
    Trip Type:
    Day Trips
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  • Monteverde: Natural History Hike at Monteverde Reserve Half Day Tour

    Take a nature hike through the cloud forest of Monteverde. On this hike, you’ll have the opportunity to observe hundreds of species of mammals, amphibians, and reptiles, as well as the countless birds that call the park home, such as the Quetzal and hummingbird.
    Duration:
    4 Hours
    Prices:
    On request
    Trip Type:
    Day Trips
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  • Monteverde: Nature Night Tour

    Explore the famous cloud forest of Monteverde by flashlight, spotting incredible animals like snakes, spiders, and tree frogs that thrive at nighttime. This nature hike is a great way to engage with animals in their own environment and an unforgettable glimpse of the rainforest at night.
    Duration:
    2 Hours
    Prices:
    On request
    Trip Type:
    Day Trips
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  • San Jose: Arenal with La Paz Waterfall Half Day Tour

    Explore the scenic La Paz Waterfall Gardens on this half-day tour from San Jose. You'll hike trails that take you alongside spectacular waterfalls, spot hummingbirds, reptiles, and butterflies at wildlife exhibits, and experience the gardens' stunning natural beauty.
    Duration:
    5 Hours
    Prices:
    On request
    Trip Type:
    Day Trips
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  • San Jose: Pacuare River Rafting Full Day Tour

    Embark on an exciting adventure down the white-water rapids of the Pacuare River. Traversing the 29 kilometres between San Martin and Siquirres, you’ll pass rainforest gorges and cascading waterfalls, giving you a view of Costa Rica’s breathtaking wilderness as well as a heart-pounding adventure.
    Duration:
    8 Hours
    Prices:
    On request
    Trip Type:
    Day Trips
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