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San José Province Private tours

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San Jose: Walking Nature Tour with Sloths, Birds, and Trees

1. San Jose: Walking Nature Tour with Sloths, Birds, and Trees

Departing from the nearby meeting point, visit the University of Costa Rica campus, home to some of the largest patches of forest in San Jose. Guided by young biologists, discover the nature hiding in the middle of Costa Rica's largest city. Experience wildlife you wouldn't have imagined existed minutes away from downtown.   On the first stop, you’ll look for resident and migratory birds, lots of incredible insects and amazing flowers. Then, see the largest indigenous stone sphere in San Jose, thought to derive from the extinct Diquis culture. Lastly, visit the main campus to seek out the friendly sloths climbing freely. The goal of this tour is to change the way tourism is done in Costa Rica, while supporting young scientists, researchers, and local entrepreneurs.

San José: Irazú and Turrialba Volcanoes with Guayabo Tour

2. San José: Irazú and Turrialba Volcanoes with Guayabo Tour

After getting picked up at your hotel, head to the Irazú Volcano National Park where you can admire and even enter the crater of the highest volcano in the country. You will also be able to experience the unique miniature fauna and flora of Paramo, a tropical dwarf forest nestled in the highlands. Afterward, take the back road to Turrialba Volcano. Here, visit the "Central Town" located at the foot of the volcano. Enjoy time to explore and take some photos of the eerily abandoned town, still filled with farmhouses and buildings. Next, stop for dinner at a family-run grill house for a traditional Costa Rican lunch. Finally, before beginning the drive back to San José visit the Archaeological Site of Guayabo, declared a Civil Engineering World Heritage landmark and the most important milestone of pre-Hispanic culture in the country.

From San Jose: Airport to La Fortuna Private Transfer

3. From San Jose: Airport to La Fortuna Private Transfer

Forget about the hassle of looking for a last-minute transfer or waiting in line for a taxi after a long flight. Secure your private ride to La Fortuna and meet your driver upon arrival at the San Jose Airport. Sit back and enjoy the view as you ride in an air-conditioned vehicle. Look for your English-speaking driver right outside the airport and allow them to help with your luggage. Reach the modern van and let go of your worries by riding safely toward your accommodation. Drive out of the Central Valley to La Fortuna with a convenient bathroom stop halfway through. Purchase a snack or simply stretch your legs before hopping back in the car for the last portion of your trip. Take in the mesmerizing views as you reach the northern plains of Costa Rica. Finally, get dropped off at your accommodation in La Fortuna downtown.

Welcome to San Jose: Private Tour with a Local Host

4. Welcome to San Jose: Private Tour with a Local Host

Benefit from pick-up at your hotel or Airbnb accommodation in San Jose city center, and then discover the best places to eat and buy groceries in your local neighborhood. Alternatively, meet at a central landmark to start your walking tour with a local host. Get tips about the easiest ways to get around, learn where to find hidden gems and more. After booking, a local representative will contact you to ask questions and discuss your needs to select the right host based on your interests. Get a completely customized itinerary, created exclusive to you and your group. Avail of the inside knowledge of a San Jose resident who is passionate about where they live and loves to meet travelers to share what they love the most. Learn what it’s like to live in the city, chat about cultural differences, hear about local events and much more. Feel more comfortable navigating the city on your own, confident that you have all the information you need by the end of your experience.

San Jose: City Highlights Walking Tour with Local Guide

5. San Jose: City Highlights Walking Tour with Local Guide

San Jose offers you the chance to discover a secluded location in the Central Valley of Costa Rica with its skyline dominated by the majestic Talamanca Mountains, hugging the city to the south, and a volcano ridge to the north. Why Costa Rica is a trendy destination for ecotourism and adventure travel? Is that true that San Jose have not street addresses? Which is the Costa Rican influence at The National Theater? What means Pura Vida? Gaze at San Jose’s local architecture which reflects strong Spanish colonial influence manifested in places like Catedral Metropolitana in Calle Central, and the neoclassical National Theater presiding over downtown’s Plaza de la Cultura. Get ready to experience Costa Rica from a different perspective. A local charismatic guide will reveal interesting facts about San Jose. Pura Vida!

San José: Transfer between Hotels & Juan Santamaría Airport

6. San José: Transfer between Hotels & Juan Santamaría Airport

Enjoy a stress-free transfer between Juan Santamaría International Airport and your hotel. Choose from either a hotel to airport transfer or an airport to hotel transfer depending on whether you are departing or arriving in the city. Relax on a private airport-hotel transfer and enjoy quality service. Take advantage of private service between Juan Santamaría International Airport and your San José hotel. Experience a relaxing transfer where transport units are authorized to load and unload passengers at the airport with proper tourism permits, and modern transport units. Take comfort in the provided insurance policy in case of an accident for the transfer of tourists. Be met at the airport or your hotel by a driver with extensive experience and a sign with his name to better locate you, and then proceed to your destination. Provide flight details for arrival or departure upon booking to ensure the transfer is properly scheduled to arrive on time.

Monteverde: Transfer to La Fortuna via Lake Arenal

7. Monteverde: Transfer to La Fortuna via Lake Arenal

Travel easy, safe, and fun between Monteverde and La Fortuna De Arenal! Also known as the Taxi-Boat-Taxi or Jeep-Boat-Jeep, this is the fastest and most popular route between Monteverde and Arenal, combining the excitement of an adventure trip with the convenience of a transport service. Experience the beauty of the Arenal Volcano National Park, a boat ride on Lake Arenal, and incredible views of the mountains and villages. Travel easily between Monteverde and La Fortuna de Arenal. This service is provided daily from Monteverde to Arenal. We will gladly pick you up from the door of your hotel, then you will get transported by vehicle to the lake and then board a boat for approximately one hour to cross the lake. Once you reach the other side, one of our professional representatives will help you load the luggage, board the vehicle, and take you to the door of your hotel. The Shared Arenal Lake Crossing operates daily. However, shared shuttles are by no means public bus transportation. Another nice feature of our shared shuttle is that there is at least one stop along the way where passengers can stretch, pose for photographs, use the facilities, and get food. The Private Arenal Lake Crossing can be scheduled anytime you wish and from any airport, hotel, private home, or identifiable landmark in Costa Rica. Another nice feature of our private transport is that it allows one hour of free wait time for the journey, giving your group opportunities to coordinate a road adventure, pose for photographs, take bathroom breaks, or enjoy a meal. Enjoy your way with Wi-Fi inside the vehicles to share every adventure of your trip. Our local drivers and guides who are eager to help your group move safely around the country will show you our amazing country. Trust is earned. Give us the opportunity to earn yours. We will be happy to be part of your next trip!

La Fortuna: One-Way Transfer from/to SJO International Ato

8. La Fortuna: One-Way Transfer from/to SJO International Ato

Enjoy a relaxing and comfortable transfer between your hotel in La Fortuna or Tabacon to Juan Santamaria International Airport or from Juan Santamaria International Airport to your hotel located in La Fortuna and the Tabacon area. Travel safely in a licensed vehicle with a professional driver. Choose a one-way private transfer to the airport or return service. Let your driver navigate you through the traffic smoothly. Take a hassle-free ride without worrying about hotel shuttles or taxis.

La Fortuna: Van and Water Taxi Transfer to Monteverde

9. La Fortuna: Van and Water Taxi Transfer to Monteverde

Enjoy a stress-free transfer from La Fortuna to Montverde. Travel aboard a comfortable and airconditioned van to the water taxi and glide across the lake. Transfer to a van on the other side and be whisked away to your destination in Montverde. Choose from a shared option or a private option with no additional stops for other passengers along the way. Skip the hassle of arranging transportation while on vacation with a convenient pre-booked and professional transfer service. Meet your driver at your doorstep in La Fortuna and relax on the drive to the water taxi. Feel the thrill of cruising across the lake on a ride that lasts about an hour. Admire views of the shore along the way. Arrive at the other side of the lake and transfer to a comfortable van for the journey to your hotel in Montverde.

La Fortuna de Arenal: San José Transfer

10. La Fortuna de Arenal: San José Transfer

Take the hassle out of getting to San José from La Fortuna de Arenal with a pre-booked transfer service. Enjoy hotel pickup and drop-off, and choose between private or shared transfer options. Begin with pickup at your hotel in La Fortuna. Meet your professional driver, then set off toward San José in an air-conditioned van. Enjoy a convenient and economical transfer before being dropped off at the location of your choosing in San José.

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What people are saying about San José Province

Cello, our amazing guide From Oropopo Experience Tour Co. promptly picked us up at the hotel in a very comfy van. There were only three people on the tour which was great because it made us feel like we were on a private tour. Previously, we had tours from a different company where they jammed 16-18 people on a small bus. Cello was very patient, knowledgeable, and passionate about his job. During our tour of the Carara National Park, Cello pinpointed monkeys, toucans, and various species of insects. Next, he took us to Tarcoles River for a boat tour. In this relaxing cruise on the river, we encountered multiple crocodiles, a wide variety of bird species including hundreds of pelicans on tree tops. After the boat ride, Cello took us to a small family-owned restaurant by the beach for an excellent lunch. After lunch, he drove us to a secluded beach taking a short trail to the beach enjoying beautiful scenery, huge rock formations, and surrounding mountain greenery. Amazing day!

Wonderful afternoon with a great guide. I’m so sorry, I didn’t catch his name! He was really knowledgeable and interested in what he shared with us. He knew we were focused on the sloths but made sure everyone became interested (if they weren’t already) in the birds, plants, and even ants that we saw first. We spotted several sloths so everyone was happy! He also booked an Uber for us as we had no internet at the end of the trip and stayed to make sure we were picked up. Fantastic!

Our guide was very knowledgeable about the animals and plants that we were seeing. He did a very good job of setting the telescope, and enabling us to take pictures with it. We enjoyed this immensely. Highly recommend this tour.

Very good combination of the activity in the day. Nice tour guide, small group, very convenient.

Rigo was an amazing tour guide! Learned so much from him and he takes the best pictures!