Costa Rica Tours
Adventure Add‑Ons Alba Can Arrange
Lodges and Hotels Throughout Costa Rica
Sport fishing trips — Jaco, Quepos, Guanacaste, Golfo Dulce, Drake Bay
ATV jungle tours & waterfall visits
Zip‑lining & canopy tours (Manuel Antonio, Monteverde, Arenal, Osa)
White‑water rafting (Pacuare River, Savegre, Sarapiquí)
Kayaking & paddle boarding (Damas Mangroves, Lake Arenal, Golfo Dulce)
Volcano tours (Arenal, Poás, Irazú, Tenorio)
Night walks & wildlife tours
Surf lessons & board rental — Dominical, Jacó, Santa Teresa, Tamarindo
Alba can help you plan your entire trip: recommending hidden beaches, trusted hotels, authentic local restaurants, and the best places to avoid crowds. Want to surf? She knows breaks from Dominical to Santa Teresa. Looking for wildlife? She’ll help you spot sloths, monkeys, and even elusive snakes most tourists miss.
For beer lovers: ask Alba about Costa Rica’s craft beer scene! From San José’s lively taprooms to beach‑town breweries in Jacó, Dominical, and Arenal, she can map out a tasting route featuring local favorites like Costa Rica’s Craft Brewing Co., Treinta y Cinco, and Lake Arenal Brewery.
Trip Planning and Guiding
Favorite Places & Tours
Turtle nesting in Tortuguero, volcano hikes in Arenal, cloud forests of Monteverde, beaches of GuanacasteCarara National Park (great day trip from Jacó)
Poás & Irazú Volcano day tours
Tortuguero canal boat rides
Cultural and walking tours in San José
Surf & sunset days in Dominical or Tamarindo
Coffee plantation tours
Organic and craft markets in San Jose and other towns
Personalized Tours
Downtown San Jose Walking Culture or Craft Beer Tour
Explore the heart of Costa Rica’s capital with an insider: stroll historic Barrio Amón, check out artisan markets, and visit top craft breweries in San José and Escalante. Learn about local art, coffee culture, and sip on beloved Costa Rican brews like Costa Rica Craft Brewing Co. and Treinta y Cinco.
Half/Full Day Hike - Carara National Park (near Jaco) and/or Waterfalls Trek
Just 30–40 minutes from Jacó, Carara is a transitional forest and birdwatcher’s paradise, famous for scarlet macaws. Enjoy a 2–3 hour hike led by Alba—tracking monkeys, sloths, iguanas, reptiles, and over 400 bird species. Perfect for early birds and wildlife lovers. In the afternoon you can cool off with a trek to multi-tier cascades like Bijagual or Nauyaca, and enjoy cliff-jumping, swimming in natural pools. Afterwards let Alba show you her favorite beachside restaurant, wine bar, or craft brew pub! She can also arrange surf and paddle board lessons, ATV tours, fishing trips for you. Don't book Jaco activities with rando's, let Alba be your local insider!
Half/Full Day Tour – Manuel Antonio National Park & Beach
Explore Costa Rica’s most famous national park on the stunning southern Pacific coast. Walk rainforest trails with Alba to spot sloths, monkeys, iguanas, and colorful birds, then relax on one of the country’s most beautiful white‑sand beaches. After your nature walk, shop for local souvenirs or enjoy lunch at one of Manuel Antonio’s many ocean‑view restaurants. Perfect for travelers who want wildlife, beach time, and local flavor — all in half a day. There are a lot of wonderful hotels and activities in Manuel Antonio to navigate, so let Alba point you to the best places to stay and reputable activities and tours.
Tortuguero & Caribbean Wildlife Expedition
Explore the “Little Amazon” by boat, spotting monkeys, turtles, and reptiles along Tortuguero’s lush canals. Alba guided here for several years, and it’s a place close to her heart. Her experience means you’ll enjoy expert wildlife spotting and storytelling — making this more than just a tour, but a real ecological journey.
Northern Wonders: Volcanoes, Forests & Lakes
Discover Northern Costa Rica’s iconic landscapes on a week-long guided adventure. Hike hanging bridges at Arenal Volcano, soak in natural hot springs, and wander through the misty cloud forests of Monteverde. Continue to Rio Celeste’s striking blue waters and explore Lake Arenal’s craft towns and hidden waterfalls. Along the way, Alba helps you spot toucans, monkeys, and even shy sloths — sharing local legends, ecology, and the best roadside eats only locals know. Add a few days and explore some of the lesser-know beaches along Guanacaste’s beautiful coastline.
Southern Secrets: Osa Peninsula, Corcovado & Pacific Beaches
Uncover Costa Rica’s wild south with Alba as your local guide for a week of adventure and discovery. Trek through Corcovado National Park, known for its untouched rainforest and incredible biodiversity. Relax on remote Pacific beaches, explore the Sierpe mangroves by boat, and visit hidden waterfalls and surf spots around Dominical and Uvita. Alba’s local insight brings every moment to life — from spotting scarlet macaws overhead to sharing stories of life on the Osa Peninsula.
