Hot springs, a rain forest, an active volcano, crystalline rivers, coffee plantations, pasture lands, vegetable plantations and dairy farms are what you will see or experience today. Travel to San Ramon, one of the most historic towns of the Central Valley. San Ramon's agricultural expansion and protected areas are the perfect contrast as both take place simultaneously, without conflicting one an... more info

The Atlantic Rain Forest Aerial Tram and the Canopy Tour provide the best opportunity to explore the Caribbean Rain Forest from the ground up to the canopy and down again. The Costa Rican Ministry of Environment and Energy gave the Ecological Flag award to this eco-tourism destination, declaring it of public and national interest. You may first start your adventure at the Canopy experience receivi... more info

A picturesque two-hour ride over the Pan-American Highway brings you to the Central Valley’s rich farmlands, green hills and tropical forest mountains. Stop at the colonial city of Heredia, home of Café Britt’s Coffee Tour. At Britt, a group of professional actors, performing as a typical Costa Rican farmer family, will take you through the coffee field, where you will learn ho... more info

Enjoy the most exciting adventure in the natural wonderland of Costa Rica. Board the Pacific Rain Forest Aerial Tram to literally fly through the rainforest canopy and take an exhilarating jungle cruise on the Tarcoles River. The Pacific Rain Forest Aerial Tram is the only tour that provides a unique exploration of the canopy in the Transitional Tropical Rain Forest on Costa Rica's mid-Pacific coa... more info

Explore Costa Rica’s newest eco-attraction, Turubari. This nature park is designed to allow visitors to commune with nature. It demonstrates how land-use changes can help preserve the planet and provide economic support to the surrounding community by using the beauty of nature and culture. Visionary conservationists have transformed this once-barren valley into a beautiful and lush eco-p... more info

This tour goes places in Costa Rica where most vehicles dare not venture. Your adventure begins when you walk up the gangway to board an all-terrain vehicle that is one of a kind in Costa Rica and head south along the coast that connects Limón with the Panama border. After leaving the main road, you will come upon the small village of Bananito where you will learn about the history of the ... more info

Costa Rica’s topography is among the world’s most diverse. Rolling hills, high mountains, plains, valleys, and riverbeds are just part of the gorgeous landscape that make you think “paradise.” Your sightseeing drive will start by heading south on the Coastal Highway to the town of Orotina, and includes some stretches along the Pacific Ocean. At Orotina your tour bus will... more info

Sarchi is the home of Costa Rica’s finest craftsmanship. This scenic town is located in the west area of the Central Valley just 40 miles away from Puntarenas. It is an area surrounded by coffee and sugar cane plantations. This is a great place to learn about how important farming is in this country. As you pass through the town of Sarchi, discover the Costa Rican farmer’s most impo... more info

Poas Volcano National Park is one of the most beautiful areas of the Central Valley of Costa Rica. As you travel by deluxe air-conditioned motor coach, discover that several picturesque small towns surround the Central Valley. The landscape is amazing and green as you pass by some of Costa Rica's largest coffee and sugar cane plantations. All of a sudden, you'll find yourself looking at this count... more info

Travel the Pan-American Highway through small towns to San Jose. You will pass by La Sabana Park, the National Stadium and the Metropolitan Cathedral, and stop at the National Museum and the famed National Theater. See the National Park and the National Library. Then, a privately-owned colonial retreat located in Valle del Sol (Sunny Valley) will be your venue for a buffet luncheon, accompanied by... more info

Visit the Sky Walk in the Forest, consisting of trails and five cable bridges to see birds and animals living in the treetops. More than 120 species of birds have been identified as well as kinkajou, agoutis and coatis. The 11⁄2 hour walk downhill is moderate to strenuous and affords breathtaking views of the coastline. Trails may be muddy sometimes as it rains frequently. A one-hour driv... more info

About 1½ hours by motor coach from the Puntarenas pier, you will find a reserve with cascading 40-foot waterfall, giant rain forest trees and panoramic views of the ocean. Board an eight-seater, open- air gondola with canvas awnings and a naturalist guide, and enjoy the ride as the wonders of the forest unfold before your eyes. The tram is an adventurous, unique, ecotourism sightseeing exp... more info

A horseback and nature adventure awaits in the town of Cascajal de Orotina, just 45 minutes from Puntarenas. Local expert horsemen will be waiting for you in the corral of an old hacienda that once comprised part of an extensive cattle farm. Sunshine and shade will refresh your spirit as you ride the trails to El Faro, the highest point on the ride. From here, you’ll descend to the Machuc... more info

Experience the raw power of the rain forest on the Sky Walk walking tour that lets you observe a wide array of exotic flora and wildlife firsthand. More than 400 species of birds have been catalogued here, from scarlet macaws to cotingas to the black-hooded antshrike. The Sky Walk will take you into a world of green rain forests. Abundant wildlife inhabits the forest surrounding the Tarcoles Ri... more info

The Guacalillos Estuary and the Tarcoles River are noted for mangrove forests that make an excellent habitat for native birds such as the mangrove cuckoo, hummingbirds, vireo, the Panama flycatcher, herons and egrets. This particular mangrove forest is important for the conservation of the endangered scarlet macaw. 250 species of crocodiles, insects and birds also make this area their home. The... more info

Travel back in time and deep into Costa Rica’s culture. You’ll board the historic Pacific Railroad that was used to transport the country’s valuable coffee harvests from the highlands to the coastal ports. This guided train ride will take you through small towns and past rural and tropical scenery. Large picture windows allow you to experience all the beauty of Costa Rica̵... more info