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From San Jose: Zipline, Horseback, ATV, Surfing, & Chocolate Tour

From San Jose: Zipline, Horseback, ATV, Surfing, & Chocolate Tour

4.7
(120)
10h
$161
per person
SJO airport to Los Suenos Marriott transportation

SJO airport to Los Suenos Marriott transportation

4.7
(29)
1h
$149
per person
Arenal Volcano Canopy Tour, 50 meters Rappeling and Hot Springs

Arenal Volcano Canopy Tour, 50 meters Rappeling and Hot Springs

4.7
(100)
2h
$88
per person
Venado Caves Underground Experience from La Fortuna

Venado Caves Underground Experience from La Fortuna

4.7
(138)
4h
$94
per person
Afternoon Arenal Volcano Tour & Natural Hot Springs River

Afternoon Arenal Volcano Tour & Natural Hot Springs River

4.7
(275)
4h
$54
per person
Río Celeste Full Day Pass Tubing and Horseback Riding.

Río Celeste Full Day Pass Tubing and Horseback Riding.

4.7
(7)
6h
$125
per person
Private Day Trip from San Jose to Cahuita National Park (Caribbean Coast)

Private Day Trip from San Jose to Cahuita National Park (Caribbean Coast)

4.7
(7)
12h
$265
per person
Wildlife Refuge La Paz Waterfall Gardens Day Trip from San Jose

Wildlife Refuge La Paz Waterfall Gardens Day Trip from San Jose

4.7
(110)
7h
$135
per person
Day Trip from San Jose to Tabacon Hot Springs Resort & Spa

Day Trip from San Jose to Tabacon Hot Springs Resort & Spa

4.7
(17)
13h
$365
per person
Views Of heaven, peasant afternoons Volcano & Lake

Views Of heaven, peasant afternoons Volcano & Lake

4.7
(71)
2h
$45
per person
Poas Volcano + Coffee Plantations & La Paz Waterfall Gardens Trip from San Jose

Poas Volcano + Coffee Plantations & La Paz Waterfall Gardens Trip from San Jose

4.7
(50)
11h
$199
per person
3-Hour Downtown San Jose Walking Tour

3-Hour Downtown San Jose Walking Tour

4.7
(20)
2h
$40
per person
White Water Rafting Pacuare River From San José

White Water Rafting Pacuare River From San José

4.7
(217)
10h
$121
per person
Arenal Hanging Bridges Hiking Tour

Arenal Hanging Bridges Hiking Tour

4.7
(69)
4h
$67
per person
Ultimate Mega Zipline Adventure: 18 Lines Over 11 Waterfalls

Ultimate Mega Zipline Adventure: 18 Lines Over 11 Waterfalls

4.7
(127)
3h
$109
per person
San Jose ART Walking Tour - small groups, creative experience

San Jose ART Walking Tour - small groups, creative experience

4.7
(39)
2h
$35
per person
Tortuguero National Park and Canals Day Trip from San Jose

Tortuguero National Park and Canals Day Trip from San Jose

4.7
(81)
12h
$230
per person
Caño Negro by Boat Incl. traditional Costa Rican lunch

Caño Negro by Boat Incl. traditional Costa Rican lunch

4.7
(58)
7h
$148
per person
San Jose Airport to Jaco Beach Private Shuttle

San Jose Airport to Jaco Beach Private Shuttle

4.7
(16)
Duration varies
$170
per person
Chocolate Tour at Tirimbina Reserve. Private Tour from San Jose

Chocolate Tour at Tirimbina Reserve. Private Tour from San Jose

4.7
(16)
7h
$265
per person
Rio Celeste Waterfall Hike from Arenal

Rio Celeste Waterfall Hike from Arenal

4.7
(35)
6h
$108
per person
Night Walk Experience at Natura Eco Park, (frogs snakes mammals insects birds)

Night Walk Experience at Natura Eco Park, (frogs snakes mammals insects birds)

4.7
(57)
2h
$56
per person
All-inclusive package 7 nights 8 days in the best destinations in Costa Rica

All-inclusive package 7 nights 8 days in the best destinations in Costa Rica

4.7
(101)
8d
$1,558
per person
Morning Arenal Volcano Hike & Mistico Hanging Bridges Combo

Morning Arenal Volcano Hike & Mistico Hanging Bridges Combo

4.7
(160)
8h
$131
per person
Manuel Antonio National Park one day tour from San Jose

Manuel Antonio National Park one day tour from San Jose

4.7
(25)
13h
$165
per person
Hanging Bridges, Arenal Volcano, Waterfall, Hot Springs Full day

Hanging Bridges, Arenal Volcano, Waterfall, Hot Springs Full day

4.7
(180)
10h
$155
per person
Day Trip from San Jose to Sloths & other wildlife Rescue Center

Day Trip from San Jose to Sloths & other wildlife Rescue Center

4.7
(40)
4h
$150
per person
6 in 1 Full Day Pass: Aerial Tram & Zipline-Braulio Carrillo Park

6 in 1 Full Day Pass: Aerial Tram & Zipline-Braulio Carrillo Park

4.7
(81)
5h
$104
per person
Shuttle from San Jose to La Fortuna

Shuttle from San Jose to La Fortuna

4.7
(54)
4h
$55
per person
Arenal Park Self-Guided Experience

Arenal Park Self-Guided Experience

4.7
(15)
1h
$27
per person
La Fortuna Birds and Frogs 2 Guided Tours combo.

La Fortuna Birds and Frogs 2 Guided Tours combo.

4.7
(15)
3h
$150
per person
7-Cable Zipline Canopy Tour Over La Fortuna Waterfall

7-Cable Zipline Canopy Tour Over La Fortuna Waterfall

4.7
(12)
4h
$95
per person
San Jose City Tour & Costa Rican Specialty Coffee Workshop

San Jose City Tour & Costa Rican Specialty Coffee Workshop

4.7
(6)
2h
$65
per person
Day pass Iral Cloud Forest trails and lunch

Day pass Iral Cloud Forest trails and lunch

4.7
(6)
8h
$56
per person
4h Cooking Class in San José with 9 Recipes & Bottomless Drinks

4h Cooking Class in San José with 9 Recipes & Bottomless Drinks

4.7
(6)
3h
$85
per person
Half-Day Local Experience — Central Valley Off the Beaten Path

Half-Day Local Experience — Central Valley Off the Beaten Path

4.7
(6)
3h
$399
per person
Mistico Park Arenal Hanging Bridges & Volcano Walk

Mistico Park Arenal Hanging Bridges & Volcano Walk

4.7
(3)
3h
$169
per person
Full day kayaking and hot springs with lunch at Arenal Volcano from San Jose

Full day kayaking and hot springs with lunch at Arenal Volcano from San Jose

4.7
(3)
8h
$154
per person
Rio Celeste Hike

Rio Celeste Hike

4.7
(3)
8h
$141
per person
Full day to Monteverde from San Jose with Canopy and Reptil Amphibians watching

Full day to Monteverde from San Jose with Canopy and Reptil Amphibians watching

4.7
(3)
8h
$178
per person
Rafting Balsa River level II - III + Canopy Tour & Organic Lunch From San José

Rafting Balsa River level II - III + Canopy Tour & Organic Lunch From San José

4.7
(3)
9h
$180
per person
Horseback Riding and Wellness Ride and Clay Mask in Arenal

Horseback Riding and Wellness Ride and Clay Mask in Arenal

4.7
(3)
2h
$73
per person
Jungle & Maleku's ATV Arenal Tour (Double ATV)

Jungle & Maleku's ATV Arenal Tour (Double ATV)

4.7
(3)
2h
$155
per person
Arenal Hanging Bridges From Arenal

Arenal Hanging Bridges From Arenal

4.7
(3)
4h
$90
per person
Morning Volcano Hike, Lunch & Hot Springs

Morning Volcano Hike, Lunch & Hot Springs

4.7
(79)
6h
$60
per person
Combo Arenal : Suspension Bridges + Hot Springs + Fortune Falls

Combo Arenal : Suspension Bridges + Hot Springs + Fortune Falls

4.7
(79)
12h
$249
per person
Monteverde Rain Forest Night Walk

Monteverde Rain Forest Night Walk

4.7
(383)
2h
$41
per person
Arenal Volcano Guided Hike, Hot Springs Optional

Arenal Volcano Guided Hike, Hot Springs Optional

4.7
(132)
2h
$79
per person

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Central Valley , Costa Rica

The Central Valley of Costa Rica is a vibrant and culturally rich region that serves as the country's political, economic, and cultural hub. Nestled between the surrounding mountains, it offers a unique blend of urban life, colonial charm, and access to stunning natural landscapes.

Quick Facts

Nickname

The Heart of Costa Rica

Population

3,500,000

Climate

Tropical - The Central Valley has a mild and pleasant climate year-round, thanks to its high elevation. It experiences a dry season from December to April and a wet season from May to November, with temperatures ranging from 15°C to 28°C (59°F to 82°F).

Best Time to Visit

Peak Season

December to April

The dry season offers sunny days, clear skies, and ideal conditions for outdoor activities. This is the most popular time to visit, with vibrant festivals and numerous cultural events.

Shoulder Season

May to November

The wet season brings lush greenery, fewer tourists, and lower prices. However, rain showers are frequent, and some activities may be limited due to weather conditions.