Private Tours & Trips in Costa Rica
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- Customized 9 Days Costa Rica Honeymoon Package, Daily Start and Private Guide
- Customized 11 Days Costa Rica Private Guided Tour for Nature Lover, Daily Start
- Pura Vida - Costa Rica up close (private tour) (10 destinations)
- Adventure Costa Rica Deluxe Private Tour
- Natural wonders of Costa Rica private tour
- Costa Rica Highlights Adventure 8D/7N
- Costa Rica & Manuel Antonio 7 Days, Self-Drive
- The Best of Costa Rica, Self-Drive
- Costa Rica Road Trip: Jungle beats & Ocean Waves
- Mountain & Volcano Costa Rica Tour
Duration 9 days Destinations San Jose, Tortuguero, La Fortuna, Arenal Volcano National Park, Manuel Antonio National Park Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Agate Travel From
- NZ$7,692
Duration 11 days Destinations San Jose, Tortuguero, Arenal Volcano National Park, Monteverde, Guanacaste National Park, Liberia Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Agate Travel From
- NZ$9,675
Duration 11 days Destinations San Jose, Manuel Antonio National Park, Golfito, Corcovado National Park, Los Quetzales National Park, Turrialba, Sarapiquí, La Fortuna Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator MEIERS WELTREISEN From
- NZ$7,062
This premium tour costs around $6,400 with a private German-speaking guide, featuring stays at National Geographic's Pacuare Lodge, boutique Hotel Aguas Claras, and luxury Nayara Tented Camp. Private transfers connect Costa Rica's diverse regions.
Duration 9 days Destinations San Jose, Turrialba, Pacuare River, Siquirres, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Cahuita, Arenal Volcano National Park, La Fortuna Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator DERTOUR From
- NZ$11,210
This 10-day expedition through Costa Rica features a private guide and vehicle. Highlights include Poas Volcano's crater, wildlife viewing in Manuel Antonio, and Arenal's thermal regions, with upscale accommodations and daily breakfast.
Duration 10 days Destinations San Jose, Poas Volcano National Park, Manuel Antonio National Park, Arenal Volcano National Park Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator DERTOUR From
- NZ$10,814
Costa Rica Highlights Adventure 8D/7N
8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We had an amazing time in Costa Rica discovering two very different national parks.”
Yvonne, traveled in July
Eight days of wildlife encounters await with private transfers from San Jose Airport. Intimate tours through Tortuguero National Park and Arenal Volcano hikes complement your stay at Evergreen Lodge, featuring customized meals and English-speaking guides.
Duration 8 days Destinations San Jose, Monteverde, La Fortuna, Arenal Volcano National Park, Tortuguero National Park Age Range Ages 10+ Operator Bamba Travel From
- NZ$3,733
Costa Rica & Manuel Antonio 7 Days, Self-Drive
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Costa Rica is a beautiful country. We had a great time!”
Paula, traveled in January
A 7-day private escape features accommodations at Park Inn San Jose and Los Lagos Arenal. The trip includes visits to Zarcero village, Arenal hot springs, and Villa Vanilla Spice Plantation, with a Daihatsu Bego rental offering unlimited mileage.
Duration 7 days Destinations San Jose, Arenal Volcano National Park, Manuel Antonio National Park Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Destination Services Costa Rica From $1,230
10% Off- NZ$1,107You save $123
The Best of Costa Rica, Self-Drive
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was Awesome Tour and tourradar support was available at any point of time with quick response.”
Deepak, traveled in January
Private transfers from San Jose Airport lead to comfortable stays at Turtle Beach Lodge and Casa Luna Hotel. Intimate wildlife viewing in Tortuguero combines with self-paced Arenal exploration and tailored Monteverde activities.
Duration 10 days Destinations San Jose, Tortuguero National Park, Arenal Volcano National Park, Monteverde, Tortuga Island Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Operator Destination Services Costa Rica From $2,969
10% Off- NZ$2,672You save $297
Costa Rica Road Trip: Jungle beats & Ocean Waves
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The mix of jungle, beaches, and the Arenal Volcano was stunning. Highly recommended!”
Sarah, traveled in August
Duration 9 days Destinations San José, La Fortuna, Playa Tamarindo Age Range Ages 99+ Operator Journaway From $3,298
31% Off- NZ$2,271You save $1,026
Mountain & Volcano Costa Rica Tour
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We especially loved the activities, and appreciated the way we never had to worry about our transfer transportation.”
Emily, traveled in July
Your Costa Rican adventure adapts to your preferred pace. Pick your ideal time for Monteverde ziplining, Arenal Observatory visits, and wildlife viewing along Tortuguero's waterways.
Duration 7 days Destinations San Jose, Monteverde, La Fortuna, Arenal Volcano National Park, Tortuguero National Park Age Range Ages 15+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator Marvelus Travel From
31% Off- NZ$2,070
What people love about Private Tours in Costa Rica
- Mountain & Volcano Costa Rica Tour
This is the first time I travel alone and purchasing this package made it that much easier for me to enjoy my time and not worry. I do wish there was a way to have an option to upgrade hotels if you wanted to or add on tours right from the website since I did have a few time slots available but nonetheless this was great for the price and II enjoyed every single day.
- The Best of Costa Rica, Self-Drive
The tour is very well planned. The hotels picked were excellent and the service was great from everyone we dealt with. Noteworthy items: Costa Rican drivers are very polite and somewhat slow drivers. Driving is very easy throughout the country. We loved driving ourselves and having the freedom to go where we wanted. In tortugero the rooms don’t have AC and you can hear your neighbors. The resort is beautiful and we are glad we went, but I wish we brought electric fans. We asked to be moved to a room with no one next to us.
- Costa Rica Highlights Adventure 8D/7N
Tour was awesome. We saw far more than we would have ourselves. Be prepared for long bus journeys and late collections/ delays. Once you are okay with that then you will have an amazing time.
What our customers ask about Private Tours & Trips in Costa Rica
When is the best time to take a Private tour in Costa Rica?
Costa Rica's prime touring seasons differ across regions. The Pacific coast areas of Manuel Antonio and Tamarindo see the best weather from December to April. On the Caribbean coast near Tortuguero visitors find favorable conditions in February, March September and October. Clear morning views of Arenal Volcano are most reliable from December to April. A TourRadar traveler noted: "We went in February and had perfect weather for both rainforest exploration and beach time plus our private guide could adjust the schedule around occasional afternoon showers."
What's the typical cost range for a Private tour in Costa Rica?
Daily rates for private Costa Rica tours run between $150-300 depending on your choices. A 10-day tour visiting Tortuguero Arenal and Manuel Antonio averages $2776 per person. This price point includes stays at premium properties like Evergreen Lodge in Tortuguero private vehicles dedicated guides most meals and exclusive activities. One TourRadar traveler shared: "While pricier than group tours the flexibility and personalized attention of our Private tour was worth every penny."
How much wildlife can I expect to see on a Private Costa Rica tour?
The wildlife viewing possibilities are extensive with dedicated guide attention. Tortuguero National Park offers chances to see green sea turtles from July through October along with howler monkeys and hundreds of bird species. Private guides lead specialized quetzal spotting in Monteverde while Corcovado National Park houses 140 different mammals including jaguars and tapirs. A TourRadar traveler mentioned: "Having a private guide in Manuel Antonio meant we could spend extra time tracking sloths and monkeys spotting way more wildlife than we expected."
What kind of accommodations can I expect on a Private tour in Costa Rica?
Accommodations focus on upscale properties tailored to each location. Options range from Casa Luna Hotel & Spa with volcano views in La Fortuna to the beachfront Tamarindo Diria Resort. Nature-focused stays like Evergreen Lodge in Tortuguero provide private bungalows set in rainforest surroundings. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The private accommodations were carefully selected each offering unique experiences from rainforest immersion to beachfront luxury."
How flexible are the itineraries on Private Costa Rica tours?
Daily schedules remain adaptable while covering key destinations like Arenal Volcano and Manuel Antonio National Park. Visitors can modify activity timing pace and specific experiences based on their interests. This might mean extended wildlife viewing in Tortuguero or adding an impromptu sailing excursion in Tamarindo. One TourRadar traveler commented: "Our guide was incredibly accommodating adjusting our schedule when we wanted to spend more time at certain locations or add spontaneous stops."
What's included in the meal plan for Private Costa Rica tours?
Standard meal plans cover daily breakfast at select hotels like Hotel Presidente in San José with additional lunches and dinners at quality restaurants. Lodges such as those in Tortuguero typically provide all meals featuring local ingredients. The private format allows easy accommodation of dietary needs when arranged in advance. One TourRadar traveler mentioned: "The private dining experiences were exceptional from gourmet rainforest lodges to intimate beachfront restaurants."