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

Costa Rica, Central & South America
Hiking Lovers (Hanging Bridges + La Fortuna Waterfall + Volcano Hike)

Do you really love hiking trails? We have combined three of the best hikes in Arenal into one nature-packed tour. …More

Do you really love hiking trails? We have combined three of the best hikes in Arenal into one nature-packed tour....

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (96)
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$205
Manuel Antonio Park Private or Group Guided Tour Experience

Are you looking to spot wildlife and enjoy an unforgettable adventure? Join us at the Main Entrance of Manuel Antonio National Park, where your ICT …More

Are you looking to spot wildlife and enjoy an unforgettable adventure? Join us at the Main Entrance of Manuel Antonio National Park, where your ICT...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (93)
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$30
Mistico Hanging Bridges Park from La Fortuna

Admire the Forest from a different angles, thanks to the structure of the bridges, walk through a primary Rainforest trying to find the most wildlife …More

Admire the Forest from a different angles, thanks to the structure of the bridges, walk through a primary Rainforest trying to find the most wildlife...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (66)
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$82
ATV Hidden Beaches Tour

This is a very popular ATV tour. We start in Brasilito and hit south from there along the beaches and through the dry forests of …More

This is a very popular ATV tour. We start in Brasilito and hit south from there along the beaches and through the dry forests of...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (72)
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$140
Tour en Español de Café y Chocolate North Fields

Somos un negocio familiar de locales, donde ofrecemos más que un tour una experiencia única y autentica sobre la cultura del café y chocolate costarricense. …More

Somos un negocio familiar de locales, donde ofrecemos más que un tour una experiencia única y autentica sobre la cultura del café y chocolate costarricense....

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$46
Puerto Limon Highlights. 6 in 1 combo Tour. Shore Excursion

Experience the definitive journey through Puerto Limón, Costa Rica. Led by a professional naturalist guide, this comprehensive 6-in-1 expedition is designed to immerse you in …More

Experience the definitive journey through Puerto Limón, Costa Rica. Led by a professional naturalist guide, this comprehensive 6-in-1 expedition is designed to immerse you in...

6 hours Free Cancellation
4.4 (69)
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$125
Arenal Hanging Bridges, Guided Walk, Hot Springs Optional

Explore the different levels of the tropical forest through suspension bridges. Trails adapted for the enjoyment and safety of all physical conditions. More levels of …More

Explore the different levels of the tropical forest through suspension bridges. Trails adapted for the enjoyment and safety of all physical conditions. More levels of...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (78)
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$87
Snorkeling and Cruises

We have the best crew in Playas del Coco! They will be there helping you create memories to last a lifetime. …More

We have the best crew in Playas del Coco! They will be there helping you create memories to last a lifetime....

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$150
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
Adrenaline Pack (Zipline + Rafting)

You have the opportunity to combine adventure, wildlife experience and adrenaline in a one day trip. You will fly through the air in an exciting …More

You have the opportunity to combine adventure, wildlife experience and adrenaline in a one day trip. You will fly through the air in an exciting...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$166
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
Zipline Canopy Tour & Tortuguero Canal Boat tour. Shore Excursion from Limon

Enjoy the marvelous experience of taking the tour that will give you the opportunity of crossing the “jungle” like a monkey in its habitat. You …More

Enjoy the marvelous experience of taking the tour that will give you the opportunity of crossing the “jungle” like a monkey in its habitat. You...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$175
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
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$133
ATV Tour Top Of The World Adventure

This is a 3 hour tour that takes you around the North Pacific of Costa Rica. This activity is good for the ones with a …More

This is a 3 hour tour that takes you around the North Pacific of Costa Rica. This activity is good for the ones with a...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (53)
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$140
Manuel Antonio National Park Guided Tours

This company was created to share the love of our family has for this natural jewel of the pacific as is the Manuel Antonio National …More

This company was created to share the love of our family has for this natural jewel of the pacific as is the Manuel Antonio National...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (309)
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$68
Private Morning Sail & Snorkel Tour

We have the best crew in Playas del Coco! They will be there helping you create memories to last a lifetime. …More

We have the best crew in Playas del Coco! They will be there helping you create memories to last a lifetime....

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (26)
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$188
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
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
La Fortuna 4-in-1 Tour: Bridges, Volcano, Waterfall

Best of La Fortuna Combo Tour. Perfect for travelers with limited time, this experience lets you discover the region’s top attractions in one unforgettable day. …More

Best of La Fortuna Combo Tour. Perfect for travelers with limited time, this experience lets you discover the region’s top attractions in one unforgettable day....

10 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (118)
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$145
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
Arenal Volcano Expeditions Walk 1968

We begin the tour by heading to the El Silencio Private Reserve, to get as close to the base of the volcano as possible. Next, …More

We begin the tour by heading to the El Silencio Private Reserve, to get as close to the base of the volcano as possible. Next,...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (33)
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$58
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