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Poás Volcano Half-Day Tour with Coffee Experience from San José

Poás Volcano Half-Day Tour with Coffee Experience from San José

4.5
(37)
6h
$110
per person
Poás Volcano, Café Doka and Peace Falls Day Tour

Poás Volcano, Café Doka and Peace Falls Day Tour

4.5
(304)
10h
$155
per person
Arenal Volcano Guided Hiking Tour – Lava Trails & Rainforest

Arenal Volcano Guided Hiking Tour – Lava Trails & Rainforest

4.5
(35)
4h
$78
per person
Rio Celeste Hiking from Arenal - National Park Guided Tour

Rio Celeste Hiking from Arenal - National Park Guided Tour

4.5
(11)
7h
$140
per person
Los Lagos Hot Springs Admission Ticket

Los Lagos Hot Springs Admission Ticket

4.5
(11)
2h
$55
per person
Arenal Hanging Bridges Self-Guided Walk at Mistico Park

Arenal Hanging Bridges Self-Guided Walk at Mistico Park

4.4
(431)
1h
$39
per person
San Jose By Night: Sights & Culture Tour with Local Dinner

San Jose By Night: Sights & Culture Tour with Local Dinner

4.4
(237)
4h
$80
per person
La Paz Waterfalls Gardens Tour (Half day)

La Paz Waterfalls Gardens Tour (Half day)

4.4
(28)
7h
$147
per person
Rio Celeste river waterfall, hike and hot springs tour from San Jose, Costa Rica

Rio Celeste river waterfall, hike and hot springs tour from San Jose, Costa Rica

4.4
(7)
1d
$149
per person
Bird Watching Tour Arenal Mundo Aventura

Bird Watching Tour Arenal Mundo Aventura

4.4
(7)
2h
$79
per person
Full-Day Arenal Inspirations Combo: Waterfall, Bridges, Volcano

Full-Day Arenal Inspirations Combo: Waterfall, Bridges, Volcano

4.4
(7)
9h
$175
per person
Cacao Ceremony and Medicinal Plants

Cacao Ceremony and Medicinal Plants

4.4
(7)
4h
$150
per person
Tortuga Island

Tortuga Island

4.4
(19)
12h
$190
per person
Day Trip from San Jose to Arenal Volcano & Baldi Hot Springs

Day Trip from San Jose to Arenal Volcano & Baldi Hot Springs

4.4
(12)
13h
$200
per person
The Authentic Tortuguero National Park One Day Tour

The Authentic Tortuguero National Park One Day Tour

4.4
(12)
10h
$225
per person
Half-day Poas Volcano

Half-day Poas Volcano

4.4
(12)
6h
$122
per person
3-Days Arenal Volcano Tabacon Resort -Monteverde - Manuel Antonio

3-Days Arenal Volcano Tabacon Resort -Monteverde - Manuel Antonio

4.4
(44)
3d
$850
per person
SLOTH PARK ADVENTURE La Fortuna

SLOTH PARK ADVENTURE La Fortuna

4.4
(50)
2h
$67
per person
White Water Rafting Sarapiqui River | Class II - III from San Jose

White Water Rafting Sarapiqui River | Class II - III from San Jose

4.4
(15)
10h
$105
per person
10 Days Essential Costa Rica - Package with Manuel Antonio National Park

10 Days Essential Costa Rica - Package with Manuel Antonio National Park

4.4
(5)
10d
$1,679
per person
Uvita Coffee Tour

Uvita Coffee Tour

4.4
(5)
3h
$60
per person
San Jose City Tour and central Market with local food

San Jose City Tour and central Market with local food

4.4
(36)
2h
$75
per person
Arenal Volcano and Thermal Hot Springs from San Jose

Arenal Volcano and Thermal Hot Springs from San Jose

4.4
(235)
13h
$195
per person
Sloth Watching Tour in Arenal – Easy Nature Walk for All Ages

Sloth Watching Tour in Arenal – Easy Nature Walk for All Ages

4.4
(8)
4h
$79
per person
Orosi & Lankester From San José

Orosi & Lankester From San José

4.4
(8)
7h
$96
per person
San Jose Guided City Tour: Architecture, Culture, Food and History

San Jose Guided City Tour: Architecture, Culture, Food and History

4.4
(8)
3h
$150
per person
Baldi Hot Springs Arenal Volcano Fortuna Waterfall from San José

Baldi Hot Springs Arenal Volcano Fortuna Waterfall from San José

4.4
(8)
12h
$195
per person
San Jose Walking and Bus City Tour

San Jose Walking and Bus City Tour

4.4
(346)
5h
$80
per person
9-Day Best of Northwest Costa Rica from San Jose: Arenal Volcano National Park, Monteverde Cloud Forest and Guanacaste

9-Day Best of Northwest Costa Rica from San Jose: Arenal Volcano National Park, Monteverde Cloud Forest and Guanacaste

4.4
(11)
9d
$2,109
per person
Photography Tour at Natura Eco Park

Photography Tour at Natura Eco Park

4.4
(14)
3h
$130
per person
La Paz Waterfall Gardens From San José

La Paz Waterfall Gardens From San José

4.4
(31)
7h
$134
per person
VIP City Bus From San José

VIP City Bus From San José

4.4
(31)
5h
$79
per person
Arenal 1968 Trail Park Admission Ticket

Arenal 1968 Trail Park Admission Ticket

4.4
(17)
3h
$40
per person
Tortuguero : All Inclusive Package 2 Nights 3 Days from San Jose

Tortuguero : All Inclusive Package 2 Nights 3 Days from San Jose

4.4
(77)
3d
$479
per person
Private Transfer: Liberia International Airport from|to Hotels

Private Transfer: Liberia International Airport from|to Hotels

4.3
(42)
1h
$85
per person
Private Shuttle from San José Intl Airport to La Fortuna

Private Shuttle from San José Intl Airport to La Fortuna

4.3
(9)
Duration varies
$241
per person
Coffee Tour Los Sauces

Coffee Tour Los Sauces

4.3
(6)
2h
$60
per person
One-Way Private Transfer from San Jose, CR Intl Airport to La Fortuna (Arenal)

One-Way Private Transfer from San Jose, CR Intl Airport to La Fortuna (Arenal)

4.3
(6)
3h
$218
per person
Arenal Hanging Bridges and Hot Springs Private Tour from San Jose

Arenal Hanging Bridges and Hot Springs Private Tour from San Jose

4.3
(6)
12h
$295
per person
San Jose City Half Day Tour from San Jose

San Jose City Half Day Tour from San Jose

4.3
(6)
5h
$86
per person
Private transportation: Jaco to San José or vice versa

Private transportation: Jaco to San José or vice versa

4.3
(3)
1h
$200
per person
Arenal Volcano & Baldi Hot Springs one day tour from San Jose

Arenal Volcano & Baldi Hot Springs one day tour from San Jose

4.3
(3)
13h
$199
per person
Tortuga Island Adventure – White Sand Paradise from San José

Tortuga Island Adventure – White Sand Paradise from San José

4.3
(3)
9h
$179
per person
Irazú Volcano National Park (Half Day)

Irazú Volcano National Park (Half Day)

4.3
(103)
6h
$99
per person
One Day Tour 2 Activities to choose (Zipline, ATV and more) From San Jose

One Day Tour 2 Activities to choose (Zipline, ATV and more) From San Jose

4.3
(22)
10h
$195
per person
Maleku Indigenous Reserve Tour

Maleku Indigenous Reserve Tour

4.3
(16)
6h
$110
per person
Natura Eco Park Costa Rica - Plus Admission, Wildlife Sanctuary

Natura Eco Park Costa Rica - Plus Admission, Wildlife Sanctuary

4.3
(37)
2h
$55
per person
Arenal Volcano & Hot Springs Full-Day Tour from San José

Arenal Volcano & Hot Springs Full-Day Tour from San José

4.3
(17)
11h
$197
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.