River Cruises in San Jose
Compare 21 river cruises in San Jose, with prices from €34. Top rated: The Wonders of Cano Island Snorkeling Tour (4.9★).
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O6400CFraquelh·2026-11-02·
★ 5.0
Peninsula of Life Natural Experience with Humpback Whales
Excelente 👌 experiencia
Fue una experiencia maravillosa Los guías fueron espectaculares. Es la única experiencia en viajes nacionales e internacionales donde realmente se han preocupado por mi alimentación y la adaptaron a mis restricciones. Los detalles increíbles pensaron en todo !!! Es una experiencia maravillosa
Y7656ITgk·2026-08-25·
★ 5.0
Tortuguero + Pacuare (3 Days / 2 Nights)
Excelente!
The tour was arranged pefectly. Rafting was the highlight, thanks to Esteban for his safe guidance.
Scott982·2026-07-07·
★ 5.0
Great!
We really enjoyed our three day, two night expedition to Tortuguero. Because we were staying just outside of San Jose, we had to meet up with the transport at 5:20 in the morning, before we drove around and picked everyone else up. After a 1.5-2 hour ride, including through the cloud forest of Braulio Carillo, we had a delicious breakfast in Siquirres before hopping on another 1.5 hour ride to the river/canals. Carla was our guide on the drive and was very informative and helpful. On the hour-long boat ride to Tortuguero we saw crocodiles and a basilisk and toucans. Once in Tortuguero, Roots took over our tour, providing accommodations and guides. Where we stayed had wonderful AC and delicious breakfasts. David (and his dog Sascha) gave us a great tour of the town and the next morning Fabien took us on a canoe tour and later a walking tour through the national park, pointing out and teaching us about dozens of different types of birds, lizards, frogs, bugs, etc. He did a fantastic job. We paid extra for the turtle nesting tour, knowing it was only the second night of the nesting season and we might not see anything. Raquel was our guide and we were able to see five different green sea turtles that had come up on the beach to nest. It was really incredible. The only thing that could have been improved was communication ahead of time. We had a vague idea of what the tour included, but didn't know specifics or times. We also had a few questions we communicated beforehand that we struggled to get a clear answer to. It might just have been the language barrier. Overall we really enjoyed the Tortuguero expedition.
Frequently asked questions
How much do river cruises in San Jose cost?
Prices start at €34 per adult for the Jungle Crocodile Safari: Tarcoles River Crocodile Tour. Most of the 21 options on this page cost between €143 and €678. Private and full-day options cost more.
What happens if I need to cancel?
For 14 of the 21 experiences here you get a full refund if you cancel in time, usually up to 24 hours before. The deadline is shown on each booking page.
How much time should I set aside?
Allow about 14 hours for a typical experience here. The longest lasts 11 days; use the Duration filter for shorter ones.
Do any experiences include pickup from my hotel?
17 experiences on this page include pickup, such as the Costa Rica Highlights 8D/7N Vacation Package. The others start from a meeting point shared after booking.
Will my booking be confirmed straight away?
For 15 of the 21 experiences, yes: you get an instant confirmation and a mobile voucher. The rest are confirmed by the operator, usually within 48 hours.
What are the best-rated river cruises in San Jose?
The Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner is rated 4.9 from 3,744 reviews, the highest on this page among experiences with at least 50 reviews.
Are there private tours?
Yes, 18 private options start from €34 per adult, with a guide just for your group.
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