Day trips

Day Trips

These day trips make the most of a coastal base. Drive times are typical; the listing confirms pickup.

Updated: October 30, 2026. Schedules, prices and conditions change; always confirm on the booking page.

Rock arch on the Pacific coast, Costa Rica · Photo: WildPhotography.com

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Destination	Typical drive	Transport in listing
Carara National Park	25–30 min	Meet at park entrance
Tárcoles River	25–30 min	Varies by operator
Manuel Antonio	1 h 15 min – 1 h 30 min	Pickup on the hiking tour listed below
Tortuga Island	Boat from Herradura	Varies

JacóViator

Manuel Antonio National Park Hiking Tour from Jacó

Manuel Antonio from Jacó.

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JacóViator

Guided visit to Carara National Park (Ticket included)

Carara guided visit.

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TárcolesViator

Crocodile Man Tour - THE ORIGINAL Tarcoles River Experience

Tárcoles crocodile boat.

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Southern PacificViator

Tortuga Island Snorkel and Sunset Cruise from Jacó

Tortuga Island.

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