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Private Shuttle from San José Airport (SJO) to Jacó Beach
At Jacamar Naturalist Tours, we are experts to make your vacations pleasant and enjoyable. You do not have to worry about the driving distance and road conditions, just relax and enjoy your journey we will take care of all details of your ground transportation. Our private transfer is flexible and offers you the chance to enjoy panoramic views, stop in a local restaurant to enjoy the delicious Costa Rican food, or simply take bathroom breaks or some time to stretch up. Services are private, so, you can feel free to schedule the transportation at any time you wish. All our vehicles are modern, air-conditioned, and driven by punctual, and reliable professionals, that will assist you all along the road, making your journey smooth and enjoyable.
2 Day Pacuare River Rafting and Hiking Tour
This tour is one of the Top River Adventures in Costa Rica. Pacuare River is considered a world class river for the practice of whitewater rafting, even for beginners or professionals who need practice for international tournaments. It is located about 2.5 hours from San Jose. This scenic ride from San Jose is just spectacular, with beautiful views of rainforest and small villages along the way.The lodge, where you will stay overnight is enchanting. It is located right in the middle of a pristine rainforest. The rooms are rustic but have all the comfort for living a deep nature encounter. Paved trails are available to all those who want to explore the area and see the abundant wildlife species of the area such as howler monkeys, toucans, sloths and many more.
Costa Rica Adventure Package 10D/9N
Enjoy with us some of the best Costa Rica destinations, tours and experiences with this unique vacation package specially designed for nature lovers and adventurous people looking for an unforgettable experience in Costa RicaThis vacation package includes 10 days and 9 nights in high quality hotels, exclusive tours, meals listed in itinerary, professional naturalist tour guides, all entrance fees, deluxe transportation service and the visit the beautifulfollowing Costa Rican destinations: San José, Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs, Monteverde and Tamarindo Beach.
Coast to Coast Expedition 10D/9N Vacation Package
Enjoy with us some of the best Costa Rica destinations, tours and experiences with this unique vacation package specially designed for nature lovers and adventurous people looking for an unforgettable experience in Costa Rica!This vacation package includes 10 days and 9 nights in high quality hotels, exclusive tours, meals listed in itinerary, professional naturalist tour guides, deluxe transportation service and the visit the following beautiful Costa Rican destinations: San Jose, Tortuguero National Park, Sarapiqui, Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs and Manuel Antonio National Park.
Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs. Private Tour
Enjoy one of the best destinations in Costa Rica. La Fortuna Town, home of the impresive Arenal Volcano.Our tour is operated in a 100% private basis, with high quality transportation services and a professional naturalist tour guide that will pick you up directly from your hotel.Located 2.5 hours from San Jose, enjoy a scenic drive and learn about many products we produce along the way such as pinneaple, bananas, papaya and other.Once at La Fortuna, explore the town and take amazing pictures of the volcano before to enter to the beautiful Baldi Hot Springs complexThis is a perfect place with 25 thermo mineral hot water pools flowing from the volcano and ranging in temperatures from 93 F to 152 F. The purity of the water will make you feel like you are floating in an oasis of healing, with birds singing all around and the sound of falling water that invites you to relax and recover your wellness and quality of life.Buffet lunch, towels and lockers are included in our tour.
Costa Rica Fun Adventure 8D/7N Vacation Package
Enjoy with us some of the best Costa Rica destinations, tours and experiences with this unique vacation package specially designed for nature lovers and adventurous people looking for an unforgettable experience in Costa RicaThis vacation package includes 8 days and 7 nights in high quality hotels, exclusive tours, meals listed in itinerary, professional naturalist tour guides, all entrance fees, deluxe transportation service and the visit the beautifulfollowing Costa Rican destinations: San José, Pacuare River, La Paz Waterfalls Gardens, Arenal Volcano and Manuel Antonio Park.
Classic Costa Rica 8D/7N Vacation Package
Enjoy with us some of the best Costa Rica destinations, tours and experiences with this unique vacation package specially designed for nature lovers and adventurous people looking for an unforgettable experience in Costa RicaThis vacation package includes 8 days and 7 night in high quality hotels, exclusive tours, meals listed in itinerary, professional naturalist tour guides, all entrance fees, deluxe transportation service and the visit the beautiful following Costa Rican destinations: San Jose, Fortuna Town and Arenal Volcano and Manuel Antonio Beach in the central pacific coast of Costa Rica.Our program allows you the select your preferred tours from a list at each location. By this way, you can customize the trip accordingly with your specific tour´s preferences.Contact us. It will be a pleasure to assist you.
Between Oceans 14D/13N Vacation Package from San Jose
Enjoy with us some of the best Costa Rica destinations, tours and experiences with this unique vacation package specially designed for nature lovers and adventurous people looking for an unforgettable experience in Costa Rica.This vacation package includes 14 days and 13 nights in high quality hotels, exclusive tours, meals listed in itinerary, professional naturalist tour guides, all entrance fees, deluxe transportation service and the visit the beautiful following Costa Rican destinations: San José, Tortuguero National. Park, Sarapiqui, Arenal Hot Springs, Manuel Antonio National Park and Quepos Town.
Horseback Riding & Arenal Hot Springs. Private Tour
The best private tour you can take from San Jose Costa Rica. On this tour you will enjoy the beauty of Arenal Volcano. Enjoy a horseback ride into a private biological reserve, with an amazing view of the Arenal Volcano. The reserve preserves pristine rain forest and a rich biodiversity. After the nature walk, a short ride will take you to Baldi Hot Springs, where a great and delicious buffet lunch is waiting for you. After lunch, free time is allowed for enjoy the multiple thermal pools and have a relaxing afternoon before to start the return to your hotel in San Jose
Irazu Volcano and Small Towns. Private Tour
Enjoy the beautiful Cartago Province with this private tour. Visit the Summit of the Irazu Volcano, the second highest summit of Costa Rica. Learn about its history and past intense volcanic activity. After it, enjoy the beautiful countryside and the Orosi Valley with it emblematic Iglesia de San Jose de Orosi, which was built in 1743 and is the oldest church in the country still in use today. The church's whitewashed walls and classic Spanish-colonial architecture are a testament to the long hours and artistic dedication that went into this church's design.Continuing the journey, you will visit Las Ruinas de Ujarras. The Spanish colonial church was built between 1575 and 1580. Today, the ruins are surrounded by a beautiful garden and it is a perfect place for learning about the spanish settlements. Cachi Lake and La Basilica de Los Angeles are part of this cultural tour.
La Paz Waterfall Gardens & Coffee Tour. Private Tour
Enjoy an exclusive private day tour visiting 2 of the most popular attractions in Costa Rica. Doka Estate Coffee tour and La Paz Waterfalls Gardens. Our tour is operated in a 100% private basis, with high quality transportation services and a professional naturalist tour guide that will pick you up directly from your hotel.Embark on an Extraordinary Coffee Adventure at Hacienda Doka. Join us for a unique one-day experience that stands out as the best coffee tour in Costa Rica. Delve into the world of coffee, surrounded by the lush beauty of Hacienda Doka, and discover why our tour is a must-do for every coffee enthusiast and nature lover.After this experience, a short drive will take you into La Paz Waterfalls Gardens, the most popular nature tour featuring Five Famous Waterfalls and The Largest Animal Sanctuary in Costa Rica.Lush tropical rain forest, flowing white rivers, spectacular waterfalls, birds, butterflies, monkeys, hummingbirds, snakes, felines and frogs.
Rain Forest Aerial Tram Private Tour from San Jose
The Rain Forest Aerial Tram is an unique rain forest experience where you can admire the jungle from the same perspective of the birds. With the narration of your guide, learn all about the ecosystem and wildlife species present at this pristine forest.The cable car, built in the 90s by a biologist and researcher of the flora and fauna of the treetops, allows a 1-mile journey over the tropical rain forest. The beauty of nature is impressive and with the narration of the local naturalist guides, it becomes a true educational experience.The park is located at less than one hour from San Jose and besides the tram, you can enjoy diverse ecological experiences such a butterfly garden, nature walks, souvenir store and a restaurant.Our tour is operated in a 100% private basis, with high quality transportation services and a professional naturalist tour guide that will pick you up directly from your hotel.
3 in 1 Eco Tour Rain Forest Aerial Tram, River Cruise & Nature Walk Private Tour
You will be heading to the Caribbean Slope, crossing the beautiful Braulio Carrillo National Park until we arrive in the Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui Region.On arrival, you will board your private boat for a relaxing ride on the Sarapiqui River where you will feel in close contact with nature and admire the inspiring surroundings.After the boat ride, you will continue to The Rain Forest Aerial Tram, a 475-hectares (1,200-acre) private reserve that shares a 10 km border with Braulio Carrillo National Park, constituting a buffer zone between the park and farming lands.At this beautiful location you will enjoy a private nature walk with our naturalist tour guide, a delicious lunch and a 90 minute Aerial Tram ride over the pristine rain forest of the Caribbean. This unique Aerial Tram Tour lets you live first hand all the secrets the forest keeps while you fly above the treetops and experience magnificent views of the Braulio Carrillo Park and a private reserve.
Arenal Sloths Lovers & Baldi Hot Springs Private Tour
This tour is the perfect combination between nature and relaxation.The tour starts from your hotel in San Jose, with private and exclusive transportation for you and your family.Upon arrival at the Arenal Volcano area, you will visit the Danaus Eco Center, which is a site that offers ecological and educational experiences. Once in here explore the trails with a naturalist tour guide and have a close contact with many wildlife species including sloths.Later, you will relax in one of the best thermal water places in the area: Baldi Hot Springs. At Baldi Hot Springs you will find an endless dreamed stay, where the natural environment, colorful natural gardens, therapeutic waters, pure air and our care combine on a perfect state; the dream came true. The unique frame where your experience turns into the most unforgettable one. In here you will enjoy multiple thermal pools, a giant steam room, luxury pool bars, giant waterslides, relaxing areas and much more.
Zipline Canopy & Crocodile Safari Cruise. Private Tour
The tour begins with a trip to the Pacific coast towards Playa Herradura, just 90 minutes from San Jose and until you reach the Vista Los Sueños adventure park.Embark on an exhilarating adventure through the lush Costa Rican rainforest on our Zip Line Canopy Tour, gliding from platform to platform along a series of sturdy cables. Professional guides ensure your safety and provide fascinating insights into the rich biodiversity, starting with a 15-minute ride aboard our specially designed tractor. Once we reach the top of the mountain, we will explain step-by-step all the safety procedures you must follow. We then descend to the bottom via a series of zip lines, including 12 platforms and 10 cables with a total cable distance of 3.5 kilometers, among them the longest cable in the area (2400 ft.).After the tour, enjoy lunch before continue to Tarcoles River for a boat cruise, where you will admire the huge crocodiles and other wildlife species living in this river.
Chocolate Workshop. Private Tour from San Jose
Your breath-taking adventure begins with a pickup from your hotel and a relaxing private drive through the wonderful Costa Rican countryside on an air-conditioned deluxe transportation.The tour takes place in a private biological reserve located in Sarapiqui, a small town located in the Caribbean of Costa Rica and 2 hours from the capital.Join us on the best chocolate tour and taste one of the most delectable foods from the rainforest. During this tour you will be taken through Tirimbina´s rainforest across the longest hanging bridge in the region to a traditional cacao plantation. You will have the opportunity to taste the cacao bean at its different stages in the process of making chocolate and also be involved with different preparations of it, so make sure your appetite is ready!This is an interactive experience where you get to learn all about chocolate and make your own bar using many different local ingredients.
San Jose City Tour. Premium Experience with Lunch
Enjoy a beautiful day with our exclusive and 100% private tour. Our professional naturalist tour guide and deluxe transportation will pick you up directly from your hotel in San Jose.Our tour combines a vehicle tour of the city and short walks through the main streets of the capital to have direct contact with the main attractions.Our tour includes entry to the National Museum, one of the most important historical sites in Costa Rica. Here, our guide will take you on a tour of our history, from pre-Columbian times to the present.We will also visit the beautiful National Theater, Congress, the Post Office, the market area and main residential areas.Our tour includes a typical lunch with the main ingredients of Costa Rican cuisine.Our tour is the most complete. It is a 7-hour tour where you can truly get to know and appreciate our capital city.
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