The best family-friendly activities in Costa Rica for parents and kids (Updated October 2026)

Costa Rica, Central & South America
Guachipelin Volcano Combo: Zipline, River Tubing & Hot Springs

The best all day adventure combo on Rincon de la Vieja Volcano that includes ziplining, river tubing, full lunch, hot springs, and volcanic mud bath. …More

The best all day adventure combo on Rincon de la Vieja Volcano that includes ziplining, river tubing, full lunch, hot springs, and volcanic mud bath....

8 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,513)
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$145
Coffee and Chocolate Tour in La Fortuna

Don Juan Tours Arenal is a family business that through its tours teach visitors the whole process behind two very important products worldwide, Coffee and …More

Don Juan Tours Arenal is a family business that through its tours teach visitors the whole process behind two very important products worldwide, Coffee and...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (948)
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$62
Fundive Catalina Islands (2 dives, only for certified divers)

TamaDive is focused on safety and personalized service. Don’t worry about anything; that's our job! We offer Scuba Diving for inexperienced water enthusiasts up to …More

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TamaDive is focused on safety and personalized service. Don’t worry about anything; that's our job! We offer Scuba Diving for inexperienced water enthusiasts up to...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (356)
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$165
Manuel Antonio Park Tour and its Amazing Wildlife and Beaches

This knowledgeable and entertaining 100% local tour operator is always looking to provide the best experiences and filling all the needs our clients deserve Come …More

This knowledgeable and entertaining 100% local tour operator is always looking to provide the best experiences and filling all the needs our clients deserve Come...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (1,064)
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$25
La Fortuna: Mistico Park Hanging Bridges Guided Tour

The experts will induce you to discover the wonderful secrets of this forest that is a natural sanctuary. One of the benefits of having the guidance …More

The experts will induce you to discover the wonderful secrets of this forest that is a natural sanctuary. One of the benefits of having the guidance...

1 to 3 hours
4.8 (1,478)
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$54
Surf Lessons Manuel Antonio Beach

The perfect option for anyone seeking a short but intense introduction into the world of surfing. After picking you up at your hotel, we bring …More

The perfect option for anyone seeking a short but intense introduction into the world of surfing. After picking you up at your hotel, we bring...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (512)
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$79
Zipline & Guided Hanging Bridges Tour in Monteverde Cloud Forest

Begin your adventure with a peaceful guided walk through the cloud forest, crossing eight hanging bridges ranging from approximately 150 to 510 feet in length. …More

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Begin your adventure with a peaceful guided walk through the cloud forest, crossing eight hanging bridges ranging from approximately 150 to 510 feet in length....

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (120)
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$212
Small Group Sunset Sail for the Sophisticated Traveler

Our Lucky 13 charters are great for smaller groups looking to escape the "booze-cruise". We only take up to 13 people on our spacious 50 …More

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Our Lucky 13 charters are great for smaller groups looking to escape the "booze-cruise". We only take up to 13 people on our spacious 50...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (225)
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$128
Chocolate Tour Standard #1: Transportation included without lunch

We offer more than just chocolate, Firstly, the chocolate tour begins with the cultural and biological background of cacao in Costa Rica. It further introduces …More

We offer more than just chocolate, Firstly, the chocolate tour begins with the cultural and biological background of cacao in Costa Rica. It further introduces...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (1,101)
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$59
Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in Drake Bay as seen on National Geographic

Featured on National Geographic, Animal Planet, Discovery Channel, Travel Channel and more, the Divine Dolphin has been providing life changing opportunities to encounter wild Dolphins …More

Featured on National Geographic, Animal Planet, Discovery Channel, Travel Channel and more, the Divine Dolphin has been providing life changing opportunities to encounter wild Dolphins...

6 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (200)
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$135
Afternoon Arenal Volcano Tour & Natural Hot Springs River

Spend your afternoon exploring two of La Fortuna’s most iconic experiences—Arenal Volcano and its rejuvenating natural hot springs. Begin your journey with a guided hike …More

Spend your afternoon exploring two of La Fortuna’s most iconic experiences—Arenal Volcano and its rejuvenating natural hot springs. Begin your journey with a guided hike...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (252)
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$54
Volcano-Waterfall and Hot Springs Private Tour

This tour offers the perfect balance of a little activity in contact with nature hiking in a tropical rainforest and witnessing volcanic activity from a …More

This tour offers the perfect balance of a little activity in contact with nature hiking in a tropical rainforest and witnessing volcanic activity from a...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (263)
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$225
Palo Verde Boat Tours, Ortega

Palo Verde Boat Tours® is a family-owned company with over 34 years of experience in rural and nature tourism in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Enjoy an …More

Palo Verde Boat Tours® is a family-owned company with over 34 years of experience in rural and nature tourism in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Enjoy an...

3 hours 10 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (425)
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$69
Morning Arenal Volcano Hike, Lunch & Natural Hot Springs River

SStart your day with an exhilarating adventure in La Fortuna! This tour kicks off with a guided hike around the Arenal Volcano, where you’ll explore …More

SStart your day with an exhilarating adventure in La Fortuna! This tour kicks off with a guided hike around the Arenal Volcano, where you’ll explore...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (218)
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$62
Monteverde Hanging Bridges Day Trip from San Jose

Explore the lush Cloud Forest of Costa Rica on this Monteverde Day Trip from San Jose. Hike on the best hanging bridges of the country …More

Explore the lush Cloud Forest of Costa Rica on this Monteverde Day Trip from San Jose. Hike on the best hanging bridges of the country...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (181)
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$229
Beginner Surf Lessons In Tamarindo - Shared or Private

Your certified surf instructor will coach you step by step on how to stand up on a surfboard and start flying on water! We will …More

Your certified surf instructor will coach you step by step on how to stand up on a surfboard and start flying on water! We will...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (125)
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$55
ATV and UTV Beach Tour from Tamarindo, Flamingo and Conchal Beach

Enjoy an exciting 2-hour ATV Semi-Automatic machine Or UTV Side by Side tour as your guide takes you on an exciting trip across the dry …More

Enjoy an exciting 2-hour ATV Semi-Automatic machine Or UTV Side by Side tour as your guide takes you on an exciting trip across the dry...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (464)
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$61
ATV Beach and Mountain Tour

ATV Beach and Mountain tour is the most popular tour in the area! We will start at playa Brasilto and make our way north from …More

ATV Beach and Mountain tour is the most popular tour in the area! We will start at playa Brasilto and make our way north from...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (380)
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$109
Arenal Volcano Guided Hike, Hot Springs Optional

The tour takes place in the northwestern region of the Arenal Volcano, the site of one of the most significant eruptions ever recorded in Costa …More

The tour takes place in the northwestern region of the Arenal Volcano, the site of one of the most significant eruptions ever recorded in Costa...

2 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (125)
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$79
Manuel Antonio with Mauro / Tickets not Included!

- DONT BOOK THIS TOUR WITHOUT HAVING YOUR PARK TICKETS FIRST OR WITHOUT CHECKING OUT THEIR AVAILABILITY DURING DEC, JAN, FEB, MAR AND APRIL. - …More

- DONT BOOK THIS TOUR WITHOUT HAVING YOUR PARK TICKETS FIRST OR WITHOUT CHECKING OUT THEIR AVAILABILITY DURING DEC, JAN, FEB, MAR AND APRIL. -...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (203)
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$30
Private Natural History Walk by Pasión Costa Rica

A private tour with a seasoned guide is the best way to make the most of your time in Monteverde at either the Monteverde Reserve …More

A private tour with a seasoned guide is the best way to make the most of your time in Monteverde at either the Monteverde Reserve...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (146)
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$29
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