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

Costa Rica, Central & South America
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Titi Canopy Tour, Zipline, Rappel down, Tarzan swing

Located in the heart of the Naranjo Biological Corridor in the Central Pacific of Costa Rica and in which Manuel Antonio National Park is also …More

Located in the heart of the Naranjo Biological Corridor in the Central Pacific of Costa Rica and in which Manuel Antonio National Park is also...

2 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (666)
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$90
The Original Canopy Tour Monteverde, Zipline

The Original Canopy Tour offers Canopy Tour, Rappel, climbing a Hollow tree, Tarzan Swing, and an exhilarating opportunity to soar through the treetops high above …More

The Original Canopy Tour offers Canopy Tour, Rappel, climbing a Hollow tree, Tarzan Swing, and an exhilarating opportunity to soar through the treetops high above...

2 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,290)
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$90
Rainforest Night Walk in La Fortuna with Authentic Dinner

This tour is ideal for those who want to take advantage of every minute in Costa Rica, discovering some of the country’s nocturnal wonders in …More

This tour is ideal for those who want to take advantage of every minute in Costa Rica, discovering some of the country’s nocturnal wonders in...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (189)
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$92
White Water Rafting (Class III) with lunch - Arenal Area

The northern zone of Costa Rica is blessed with the most beautiful landscapes and incredible rivers for rafting. With an excellent level of water throughout …More

The northern zone of Costa Rica is blessed with the most beautiful landscapes and incredible rivers for rafting. With an excellent level of water throughout...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (109)
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$93
Venado Caves Underground Experience from La Fortuna

Going deep into the insides of the earth is possible with this tour. Underground trails will lead us through grottoes and chambers exploring a world …More

Going deep into the insides of the earth is possible with this tour. Underground trails will lead us through grottoes and chambers exploring a world...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (131)
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$94
Deluxe Private Manuel Antonio Park Tour

The tour is completely PRIVATE. Manuel Antonio Park is considered to be one of the most diverse habitats in the world. The high number of …More

The tour is completely PRIVATE. Manuel Antonio Park is considered to be one of the most diverse habitats in the world. The high number of...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (537)
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$95
Birdwatching Tour: unlock the wonder, whether beginner or advanced

This tour focuses on birdwatching and can be tailored to fit the needs and level of the person or group. It lasts about 4 hours …More

This tour focuses on birdwatching and can be tailored to fit the needs and level of the person or group. It lasts about 4 hours...

4 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (51)
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$95
Timarouba Catamaran Sunset Cruise with Open Bar Lunch& Snorkeling

The Ti Marouba is a catamaran specifically designed to be the ultimate in day charters. Moored in the bay off Playa Tamarindo in Guanacaste, Costa …More

The Ti Marouba is a catamaran specifically designed to be the ultimate in day charters. Moored in the bay off Playa Tamarindo in Guanacaste, Costa...

5 hours Free Cancellation
4.6 (446)
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$97
Day Trip to Caño Negro Including Río Frio Boat Experience from La Fortuna

Hey, Nature Lovers! Travel through the calm waters of the Frío River and immerse yourself in the exuberant beauty of the Caño Negro National Wildlife …More

Hey, Nature Lovers! Travel through the calm waters of the Frío River and immerse yourself in the exuberant beauty of the Caño Negro National Wildlife...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (55)
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$101
Palo Verde Boat Safari

Embark on a captivating 1 hour and 20-minute boat safari through Palo Verde National Park, where you'll encounter Costa Rica's rich wildlife, from crocodiles to …More

Embark on a captivating 1 hour and 20-minute boat safari through Palo Verde National Park, where you'll encounter Costa Rica's rich wildlife, from crocodiles to...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.6 (160)
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$105
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
ATV Tamarindo to Pirates Bay

This ATV tour starts right in Tamarindo located right in front of Banco Nacional and rides out to Guanacaste's most beautiful beach Pirates Bay, riding …More

This ATV tour starts right in Tamarindo located right in front of Banco Nacional and rides out to Guanacaste's most beautiful beach Pirates Bay, riding...

3 hours
4.9 (54)
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$115
Rafting Pacuare River from Turrialba

This class III and class IV rapids cover about eighteen miles some of the most breathtaking scenery in all of Costa Rica. You will enjoy …More

This class III and class IV rapids cover about eighteen miles some of the most breathtaking scenery in all of Costa Rica. You will enjoy...

6 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (140)
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$120
Volcano Hike, Waterfall Swim & Hot Springs Combo on Rincon de la Vieja

A full day tour exploring the flora, fauna and natural wonders of Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park. The day consists of a moderate …More

A full day tour exploring the flora, fauna and natural wonders of Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park. The day consists of a moderate...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (741)
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$125
Puntarenas Shore Excursion: Rainforest Skywalk & Tarcoles River

This is a premium 5-6-hour shore excursion meticulously designed for cruise passengers. It combines exploring Costa Rica's lush rainforest canopy from above with witnessing the …More

This is a premium 5-6-hour shore excursion meticulously designed for cruise passengers. It combines exploring Costa Rica's lush rainforest canopy from above with witnessing the...

5 hours Free Cancellation
4.6 (131)
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$125
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
Whitewater Rafting Savegre Class II-III plus Waterfall Manuel Antonio

A journey of unsurpassed beauty, jungle vegetation and exploding whitewater.  For the adventuresome beginner and experienced rafter the Class  II and III rapids will have …More

A journey of unsurpassed beauty, jungle vegetation and exploding whitewater.  For the adventuresome beginner and experienced rafter the Class  II and III rapids will have...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (795)
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$130
Morning Arenal Volcano Hike & Mistico Hanging Bridges Combo

Enjoy the most extreme hike of the area in the jungle (rainforest), plus beautiful waterfalls. Bring out your inner child in the volcanic mud ponds, look for …More

Enjoy the most extreme hike of the area in the jungle (rainforest), plus beautiful waterfalls. Bring out your inner child in the volcanic mud ponds, look for...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (131)
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$131
Naranjo River Rafting Class III IV - From Jaco

A transportation service will pick you up from Jaco area  and drive aprox 1 hour to the river put in for a great adventure. …More

A transportation service will pick you up from Jaco area  and drive aprox 1 hour to the river put in for a great adventure....

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (39)
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$133
Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth Sanctuary & Llanos de Cortes Waterfall Tour

Llanos de Cortes Waterfall To start your day, we will take you to Llanos de Cortes Waterfall in Bagaces, where you can relax and take …More

Llanos de Cortes Waterfall To start your day, we will take you to Llanos de Cortes Waterfall in Bagaces, where you can relax and take...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (1,134)
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$135
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
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