5 3-Hour Experiences in Costa Rica Worth Booking

1.3-Hour Shuttle Service from San Jose Airport to La Fortuna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 177 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $50Our pick

Take a shared, air-conditioned shuttle from SJO Airport or downtown San Jose to La Fortuna for $50 per person. The trip includes a stop at Mi Rancho Restaurant in San Ramón for bathrooms, snacks, and a stretch. Drivers such as Randall, Alexander, Francis, and Yeibin Perez have received very different feedback, so allow extra time for traffic and group delays.

“Pick up on time. Friendly & kind driver who looked after us well. Drove with care and consideration. Nice 15 min stop en route through lovely scenery. Arrived on time and dropped off at accommodation. Would recommend.”

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2.3 hours of the Longest and Highest Extreme Zip line Experience in Monteverde

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 72 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $104

You’ll cross 4.2 kilometers of Monteverde forest on nine ziplines, including cables up to 1 kilometer long, plus two Superman rides, a rappel, hammock bridge, and Tarzan swing. The three-hour course includes safety gear, insurance, hotel pickup, and steep hikes between platforms.

“I zip lined at Monteverde Extremo about 10 years ago. It was such a great experience that I went again on my second trip to Costa Rica, and it was every bit as wonderful!”

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3.3-hour canoe tour through Tortuguero National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $24Best value

Join PabloToursTortuguero for a three-hour canoe trip through Tortuguero National Park. Guides such as Pablo and Abel paddle with you through quiet channels, pointing out birds, American crocodiles, caimans, monkeys, snakes, trees, and plants. The group has no more than eight people, and the tour returns to its starting point.

“Excelente día con Pablo. Se ha esforzado en darnos a conocer el entorno y mostrarnos la fauna y flora local explicando sus interacciones. Ha estado en contacto y pendiente de nosotros incluso antes de llegar a Tortuguero ofreciendo su ayuda para cualquier cosa que pudiéramos necesitar. Gracias Pablo por la fabulosa experiencia que nos has ofrecido.”

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4.3 Hour ATV + Waterfalls, Private Beach & Panoramic Ocean Views

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $99

Start with bilingual safety instruction and practice laps, then ride an ATV across rivers, jungle trails, farms and lookout points near Jaco. Stop at private waterfalls for swimming, with a panoramic sky platform and private beach visit possible if time allows. Guides such as Mary, Glen and Dorian help beginners feel at ease.

“Glen was awesome! He made us feel welcome and comfortable from the moment we arrived. We only had 4 people in our group (myself and one other were more experienced) and the two others were beginners. Glen made this tour extremely fun for all of our skill levels. We never felt bored and the beginners never felt out of control. Lots of fun hill climbs, riding through streams, and fantastic views! Thanks Glen!”

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5.3 Hour ATV Secluded Beach Tour from Tamarindo, Flamingo, Conchal & Grande

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 54 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $125

Spend three hours driving an ATV through Guanacaste’s back roads, forest and river crossings to Playa Mina, Pirate Beach and Puerto Viejo. Guides such as Roberto, Jason and Mike have led this route. You can drive a single ATV or share a double, then swim, take photos and enjoy quiet beaches.

“Probably the most fun we had on our trip. Prepare to drive through some water and mud if you are there in the rainy season. This was part of the fun. We visited 3 beaches where we could explore, take pictures, and get in the water. They are mostly visited by locals instead of tourists. We saw howler monkeys and stopped for photos. The tour was just the 3 of us. We were on single driver ATVs. The ATVs were in very good working order and easy to drive. The shorter 2 hour tours seem to be more popular. I am an experienced driver however my family is not. Most…”

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