Can't Decide What to Do While in Costa Rica?
There is no shortage of things to do in Costa Rica.
Whether you enjoy extreme activities, relaxing and recharging, or anything else, Costa Rica has the activity for you!
Below, you will find some of our favorite things to do and many of our guests top activities. Use these as a guide to build your vacation. If you have questions about any of these, don’t hesitate to reach out to us for more information.

Things to Do in Costa Rica by Location
Costa Rica Jungle Activities
- Canyoning & Rappelling
- Ziplines & Tarzan Swinging
- Hanging Bridges
- ATV Rides
- Mountain Biking
- Horseback Riding
- Hiking
- Spelunking (Caves)
- Birdwatching
- Waterfall Hikes
- Sky Tram
- National Parks
- MMA Jungle Workouts
Costa Rica River Activities
- Whitewater Rafting
- Whitewater Kayaking
- Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP)
- Mangrove Kayaking Tours
- Fishing
- Safari Boat Tour
- Nature Rafting Tour
- Tubing
- Kayaking & Rolling Lessons
- Whitewater/Swiftwater Rescue Training
Costa Rica Ocean Activities
- Whale/Dolphin Watching
- Surfing & Surf Lessons
- Snorkeling
- Boogie Boarding
- Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP)
- Deep Sea Fishing
- Sea Kayaking
- Kayak Surfing
- Sailing
- Catamaran Tour
- Beach horseback ride
- SCUBA Diving & Certification
Other Popular Things to do in Costa Rica
There are more things to do in Costa Rica than high adventure and play. We work to schedule service trips, youth groups, and more. These activities can be coordinated as the primary goal of the trip or added on before, in between or after visiting other locations and activities. For example, we might schedule a morning of kayaking or canyoning, then schedule some spa time in the afternoon to help guests recover from the morning adventures and refresh for the next day. Check out some of the additional things you can schedule during your upcoming trip to Costa Rica:
- Humanitarian & Service Projects
- Spanish Immersion Programs
- Spa & Massage Packages
- Volcano Tours
- Sloth Tours
- Butterfly Farm
- Botanical Gardens
- Basilica Tour
- Archeological Sites
- Yoga
- Hot Springs
- MMA Workouts
- Turtle Experience
- Coffee and Chocolate Tour
- Wildlife Refuge Tours
- Dance Classes
- Pacayitas Cultural Day
- Night Hike
- Rainforest Waterfall Tours
- Cloud Forest Hikes
- Educational Sightseeing
- Culture & Food Tours
- Cooking Classes
- Farm Experience
- BriBri Cultural Tour
- Museums
- Crocodile Tour




We have longstanding relationships with activity providers giving our clients preferred pricing. We have vetted all activity providers and only recommend those who will provide you with high quality, safe, enjoyable activities.
Whether you choose one of our group packages or want to create your own custom vacation, we’re here to help give you ideas and advice. Contact us today to get started planning your vacation.
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Don’t see your favorite activity in Costa Rica listed above? Let us know what’s missing in the comments or by contacting us and we will add it to the list!
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