A printable boutique planner: eight private and small-group experiences with terms and meeting points, five itineraries and the best months for each place.
| Experience | Duration | Starting Price | Verification | Departure & Pre-Booking Check | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Catamaran Charter, Anna Holala, Playas del Coco | 4 hr 30 min | From $395 | Verified on Viator | The crew meets you on the beach at Playas del Coco and takes you out by dinghy (contact them by WhatsApp before arrival) — Check: Non-refundable, and confirmed by the operator after booking. | See Availability ↗ |
| Manuel Antonio National Park Private Hiking Tour | 2–3 hrs | From $95 | Verified on Viator | Parking area in front of El Avión restaurant, Manuel Antonio, or pickup in Manuel Antonio / Quepos — Check: Non-refundable. Solo travellers pay a private-guide fee; park parking is extra. Closed Tuesdays. | See Availability ↗ |
| Monteverde Private Guided Afternoon Nature Walk | 3 hrs | From $97.44 | Verified on Viator | Forest Alive Expeditions, Plaza Monteverde shopping centre, Local #3, Santa Elena — Check: Non-refundable, and confirmed by the operator after booking. Reserve entrance is not listed as included. | See Availability ↗ |
| Coffee & Chocolate Tour at North Fields, La Fortuna | 2 hr 30 min | From $46 | Verified on Viator | Pickup from downtown La Fortuna and the main hotel zone — Check: Confirmed by the operator after booking. Wheelchair accessible. | See Availability ↗ |
| Hacienda Alsacia (Starbucks) Coffee Tour | 1 hr 30 min | From $30.77 | Verified on Viator | Hacienda Alsacia, Dulce Nombre, Alajuela (15 km north of the Alajuela courts); meet on site — Check: Non-refundable. No transport included. Wheelchair accessible. | See Availability ↗ |
| La Paz Waterfall Gardens Day Trip from San José | 8–9 hrs | From $135 | Verified on Viator | Pickup from hotels in downtown San José, Heredia or Alajuela (times vary by area) — Check: 8–9 hours. The operator lists smart-casual dress. | See Availability ↗ |
| Peñas Blancas River Wildlife Safari Float, La Fortuna | 3 hr 30 min | From $71 | Verified on Viator | Pickup in La Fortuna town; or park at the operator's meeting point — Check: Minimum 2 adults per booking. Runs in all weather. | See Availability ↗ |
| Private Surf Lesson with Local Pros, Tamarindo | 2 hrs | From $59.73 | Verified on Viator | Sea Native Surf Co, left of the lifeguard tower by Pico Bistro, Tamarindo — Check: Children from age 3 (child rate). | See Availability ↗ |
Charter, snorkel, sunset.
Coffee estate and waterfalls near the airport.
Float, taste, walk.
Tastings, a float and a lesson.
Private guide, private boat.
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