Private Puntarenas Shore Excursion

Coming to Costa Rica on a cruise ship, but want to escape from all the other passengers? We get you! If you are coming to the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica, there are a ton of things to do in Puntarenas, Puerto Caldera and the surrounding region to choose from. So, why don't you go ahead and customize your very own private shore excursion in Puntarenas!

Hire Your Own Car & Private Driver in Costa Rica

If you are looking for the best tour experience in Costa Rica, our private guided service is the right choice. You can choose a smaller van for groups of 6 or less. Groups up to 16 will enjoy the comfort of a minibus. All our guides in Puntarenas are local and certified Naturalist tour guides in Costa Rica. So whether you choose a cultural experience, or want to venture into the rainforest, your private guide will be able to give you personal attention while sharing their passion and knowledge with you.

Build Your Own Private Shore Excursion in Costa Rica

Nature lovers should head to the Villa Lapas Skyway hanging bridges for a walk in the rainforest canopy. Or take your naturalist guide to seek out the incredible Scarlett macaws at the Carrara National Park. Along the way, you can stop and take a safari on the Tarcoles River with the Crocodile Man. Since our private shore excursions always include a Naturalist local guide, you know you will learn a lot about the flora & fauna you can find in this region of Costa Rica's rainforest.

For those more adventurous, you can have your private driver bring you to the Vista Los Sueños Adventure Park for a zipline canopy tour, horseback riding, an ATV tour or maybe a chocolate tour. After your adventure, you can hit Herradura Beach nearby for some lunch and a swim.

If shopping is your goal, then head into the beach town of Jaco and stroll along the main street which is filled with amazing souvenir stands, cute beachy boutiques, and great surf where you can watch surfers in action. Once you get hungry, ask your local guide to take you to their favorite place to eat. They will know where to find the best food in town. If you are a beach bum, you will love Jaco, but you can also beach hop Herradura, Hermosa to seek out the best beaches in Jaco!

Let Our Activities Specialist Help You Customize Your Shore Excursion in Puntarenas or Caldera

The list of activities and things to do in Puntarenas we provide on our shore excursions page were designed after years of customer feedback and with the guidance of our local guides. So you can easily choose any of those activities and just make it private. In fact, the Puntarenas Highlights tour is one of our most popular itineraries for private and group tours alike. But if you want something unique, or just want to tweak a tour or two, just contact our professional Activities Specialists and we can help you design a tour that works for you.

Whether you are a solo traveler, on your honeymoon, traveling with friends or multigenerational families, a Private shore excursion in Puntarenas is your best bet to get the best experience in Costa Rica. Vehicles are limited, so don't wait! Book your customized shore excursion in Costa Rica today!