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Rainforest Horseback Riding & Crocodile Safari Boat Tour

San José · Central Valley & San José

Rainforest Horseback Riding & Crocodile Safari Boat Tour

3.2from 5 traveler ratings10hPrivate tour

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About this experience

This tour is an essential, high-value product because it seamlessly blends two of Costa Rica’s most popular activities into a single, highly efficient full-day itinerary from San José. By combining an immersive equestrian rainforest trail to pristine natural pools at Vista Los Sueños with an up-close river wildlife safari on the Tárcoles River, it delivers maximum biodiversity and variety—from lush mountain jungles to rich mangrove ecosystems—without requiring an overnight beach stay. Designed as an all-inclusive private experience complete with luxury transport, certified naturalist guides, and an authentic Costa Rican buffet, this tour offers exceptional value, broad appeal for families and couples, and striking "bucket-list" wildlife encounters that make it an undeniable standout in any travel portfolio.

Description supplied by the tour operator via Viator.

Getting there

Hotel pickup in San José

Picks up at 44 listed locations, including:

  • Hotel 710
  • Hotel Plaza
  • Hotel Don Carlos
  • Morazan Hotel & Casino
  • Hotel Castillo
  • Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
  • +38 more

Pickup details are confirmed with the operator during booking.

Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.

Where

Tarcoles

What you'll do

  1. Puntarenas is one of the most important tourism regions in Costa Rica. Its coastline is full of islands, inlets, beaches, and very beautiful natural treasures, all which make it an excellent tourist destination. There is a multitude of attractions based around the beaches, as well as protected areas, both land based and around its islands. The area’s center is located at Puntarenas which acts as a place for lodging, distribution, port of call, and excursions. The city of Puntarenas is rich in history, traditions and customs. Historically, it was the most important port in the Costa Rican Pacific, through which the main exports that allowed the development of the country during the 19th century and part of the 20th century took place. Due to its coastal position, it was an important center for the arrival of immigrants towards the middle of the 20th century. Its boom as a tourist destination dates back to 1940.

    Drive past, no stop

  2. Vista Los Sueños Adventure Park is a premier eco-adventure complex located near Costa Rica’s Central Pacific coast, just minutes from Jacó and Playa Herradura. Designed for both adrenaline seekers and families, this lush rainforest park blends exciting outdoor activities—such as canopy zip-line tours, off-road ATV and Buggy trails, guided horseback riding, and chocolate tastings—with relaxing natural waterfall experiences. Featuring world-class amenities, highly safe trails, and a strong focus on sustainable tourism, it stands as an ideal destination to experience the best of Costa Rica’s nature and adventure all in one place.

    2h hereAdmission included

  3. Enjoy a pleasant boat tour with a professional naturalist tour guide and enjoy its rich and abundant wildlife. It is a habitat for American crocodiles, while the marshes located at the river's mouth have many waterfowl and wading birds. Among the many herons and egrets are the boatbill and bare-throated tiger heron, and other birds found here include double-striped thick-knee, mangrove warbler and American pygmy kingfisher. The total list known of birds well exceeds 320 species including the little known Guacalillo Canals. The avian biodiversity is substantial including rare birds such as Agami Heron, Rufous-necked Woodrail, Jabiru, Yellow-billed Cotinga and recently found an Orinoco Goose. It's also home of Howler and White-faced Capuchin Monkeys. Less commonly seen are Silky Anteater, Sloths, Grinson, Jaguarundi, River Otter and Northern Tamandua

    1.5h here

What's included

Included

  • Bottled water
  • Visit a souvenir store and restaurant
  • 2 hours rain forest horseback riding tour
  • Lunch
  • All Fees and Taxes
2 more included
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • 1 hours boat tour in Tarcoles River

Not included

  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Tips for your tour guide

Good to know

  • Easy physical level
  • Infants sit on laps

Guided in en, es.

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour is exclusive for cruise ship passengers. If you are not arriving by cruise ship please do not book this tour

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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