3 Day Costa Rica Tours & Trips
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10 best Costa Rica 3 day tour packages
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- Puerto Viejo Beach, Short Break
- Monteverde Cloudforest Essences, Short Break
- Fun in the Sun at Tamarindo Beach, Short Break
- Uvita Beach, Short Break
- Sarapiqui with White River Rafting, Short Break
- Arenal Volcano Getaway, Short Break
- Samara Beach, Short Break
- Jaco Beach, Short Break
- Costa Rica Unique Stay at Naranjo, Short Break (On Request)
- Tortuguero jungle experience
Puerto Viejo Beach, Short Break
1 person loves this itinerary“The accommodation was lovely. I've had a great trip.”
Kristina, traveled in March
The Caribbean coast beckons on this 3-day Costa Rican trip covering 230km from San Jose to Puerto Viejo. A 7km hiking trail in Cahuita National Park reveals local wildlife. Two nights' accommodation, daily breakfasts, and guided wildlife viewing with expert naturalists included.
San Jose Costa Rica
92 miPuerto Viejo de Talamanca Costa Rica
92 miSan Jose Costa Rica
From $650
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A compact three-day tour spans 125km from San Jose to Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve. Two nights' accommodation, guided nature walks, and daily breakfast included. Air-conditioned transport provides comfortable round-trip transfers.
San Jose Costa Rica
56 miMonteverde Costa Rica
56 miSan Jose Costa Rica
From $479
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Coastal luxuries abound in this 3-day getaway covering 700km from San Jose to Tamarindo Beach. Two nights at beachfront hotels, luxury catamaran cruise, and professional guided activities in Guanacaste's coastal region included.
San Jose Costa Rica
122 miPlaya Tamarindo Costa Rica
122 miSan Jose Costa Rica
From $602
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Coastal wonders highlight this three-day adventure from San Jose to Uvita, spanning 420km. A full day at Caño Island's coral reefs offers 2.5 hours of snorkeling at two prime spots. Two nights at either Vista Ballena Hotel or Cristal Ballena Resort, with breakfasts and picnic lunch.
San Jose Costa Rica
58 miUvita Costa Rica
32 miCano Island Costa Rica
32 miUvita Costa Rica
58 miSan Jose Costa Rica
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The rushing waters await on this 3-day tour from San Jose to Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui, covering 180km. Tackle 2.5 hours of Class III rapids, join two-hour nocturnal wildlife walks at La Tirimbina, and rest at either La Quinta or Sarapiqui Rainforest Lodge.
San Jose Costa Rica
36 miPuerto Viejo de Sarapiqui Costa Rica
36 miSan Jose Costa Rica
From $617
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Spectacular views unfold on this three-day tour from San Jose to La Fortuna, covering 240km. Walk Mistico Park's hanging bridges, swim at La Fortuna Waterfall, and take in Arenal Volcano's grandeur. Two nights' accommodation with breakfast included.
San Jose Costa Rica
53 miLa Fortuna Costa Rica
3 miArenal Volcano National Park Costa Rica
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La Fortuna Costa Rica
3 miArenal Volcano National Park Costa Rica
56 miSan Jose Costa Rica
From $612
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Coastal delights await on this 3-day escape spanning 440km from San Jose to Samara Beach. Two nights at Hotel Sol Samara or Hotel Leyenda, dolphin watching safaris, and snorkeling at Isla Chora, with daily breakfast included.
San Jose Costa Rica
98 miSamara Costa Rica
98 miSan Jose Costa Rica
From $625
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Pacific adventures unfold in this 3-day tour covering 85km from San Jose to Jaco Beach. Two nights at Club de Mar Hotel, 3.5km zipline adventure across 12 platforms, and Costa Rica's vibrant Pacific coast included.
San Jose Costa Rica
43 miJaco Costa Rica
43 miSan Jose Costa Rica
From $551
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Coffee culture comes alive in this 3-day tour covering 30km from San Jose to Naranjo's coffee region. Two nights at Chayote Lodge, 6-hour cultural tour of Espiritu Santo Coffee plantation, Municipal Market, and Basilica Nuestra Señora de las Piedades included.
San Jose Costa Rica
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Wildlife and wonder fill three days of rainforest hikes, boat tours, and village exploration. San Jose and Tortuguero National Park connected by two nights at Evergreen Lodge or Pachira Lodge. Eight meals and expert naturalist guidance included.
San Jose Costa Rica
57 miTortuguero Costa Rica
57 miSan Jose Costa Rica
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What people love about 3 Day Costa Rica Tours
- Tortuguero National Park Adventure 3D/2N
Experience with Bamba was not TOP! Took them more than a week to confirm availability. The tour itself with the local crew in Costa Rica was just TOP!
- Tortuguero Jungle Expedition, Short Break (On Request)
This tour was well organised and the activities were excellent for wildlife enthusiasts. Alex, our tour guide, was friendly, informative and took the time to check on us all individually. It is important to check which activities are included in your tour as there are some extra activities available(pay at the hotel). I would thoroughly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Costa Rica
- Tortuguero: A natural paradise in Costa Rica
Really great tour. Sebastian, our guide, was great and really knowledgeable about everything in the area. The tours were fun and the transportation was really convenient. The trip to the town was ok, it was kind of obligatory. You can do the tours and kayaking in two days though.
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