Location: Quepos
Top Things to do in Quepos
10 Sightseeing Tours in Quepos That You Shouldn't Miss
Quepos, a small town in Puntarenas province, is located on Costa Rica’s central Pacific coast and is undoubtedly one of the best places in the world for big game sport fishing. However, Quepos also offers vacationers a wealth of other activities to do as well. The nearby plaza has many fine restaurants, art galleries and souvenir shops, most within a short walking distance of your beachfront vacation rental. Book an exhilarating canopy tour, go horseback riding, kayaking and rafting. Learn to surf or watch the surfers ride the waves; you’ll wonder at their athleticism.
Restaurants in Quepos
1. Bird-watching Tour - Manuel Antonio (minimum 2 people)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Join us on a birding tour in Manuel Antonio surroundings or Playa el Rey. At sunrise or before sun sets, when birds become highly active. Let's explore their natural habitat and behave. We will take you to the best spots for birds and share with you interesting updates about birds and of course we will explain you how to identified them Important: Minimum 2 people required to book this option. If only 1 person price then will be 50% higher.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Spotting Scope, Binocular
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Reviewed By faithwD9948FH
Such a great experience!! And a BIG shoutout to our guide, Marvin! We saw two types of sloths, three types of monkeys, frogs, iguanas, butterflies, and more! It was definitely worth the price and definitely made our experience in the park much better. I would definitely recommend it. We got great pictures and learned so much. My group was young adults, but this would be great for all ages.
2. Waterfall and suspension bridges
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Meet the beautiful mountains and enjoy a fun family experience while exploring the beauty of the forest, trails and never neglecting the rich food that is produced for visitors after a relaxing swim in the falls.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Snacks, Lunch
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Reviewed By kathleens785
So far I've been to Costa Rica twice and booked with Jimmy twice - once in September 2017 and again in December 2019. He is the BEST. TOUR. GUIDE. EVER!!! I wouldn't consider booking with anyone else. Jimmy is so knowledgeable about everything related to Costa Rica. And he has a true heart for service. From the smallest things like the leaves from a certain tree that smell like wintergreen, to knowing where the hidden little water falls and swimming holes are, to all of the big stuff too. Plus, he knows everybody in the area. So he can get you a table where you want to eat, a prime spot on the beach with excellent service, the best grocery shopping. You name it, Jimmy can make it happen! His English is excellent. And if you are wanting to work on your Spanish, he will assist you with that too. I promise you cannot go wrong by booking with Jimmy! Thanks Jimmy - hope to see you again later this year!
3. AquaQuepos Private Snorkeling Sunset Cruise
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Our experienced crew with 30 plus years of experience in this area will offer you a safe and enjoyable day out on the Pacific Ocean. Price includes all taxes.
Inclusions: Snacks, fresh fruit and drinks are provided during the cruise, Use of Snorkelling equipment
Exclusions: Gratuity
Reviewed By Elvio C
Everything was amazing and perfect we had an amazing time everyone was friendly and we had everything we needed
4. Private Hiking, Nature and Discovery Tour in Quepos
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Our tour takes place on trails completely surrounded by nature, beaches and wildlife. Different points in which photographs can be taken, in addition to being able to have contact with the sea. We guarantee the visit of at least five different beaches, in which two of them are known only by locals in the area. We do the tour according to your resistance to walking, always carrying water and fruit.
Inclusions: Fruits, Water, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By steven f
We did some tours with Explore Quepos (ATV and Rafting) and it was the best experience, Steven always responses to all the questions and makes me feel very comfortable and trusty, For sure I will recommend his services tours and recommendations in Quepos or Manuel Antonio area.
5. Reel Therapy Sport Fishing - Full Day Offshore Fishing trip
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Looking to experience the best offshore fishing opportunities that Quepos has to offer? Hop aboard Reel Therapy Charter, run by one of the most experienced captains in the area! Captain Brayner Prendas has been fishing for over 10 years now, is a lover of marine life, and can’t wait to make sure you have the adventure of a lifetime aboard the boat.
Inclusions: Fishing gear, Lunch, Soda/Pop, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Air Conditioning, Catch cleaning & filleting, Rods, reels & tackle, Live Bait
Exclusions: Private transportation
Reviewed By Pablo Andres M
The experience was truly unforgettable, our captain took us to the hottest spots, where in addition to seeing whales accompanied by dolphins, we were able to have a great day of fishing, starting with a Blue Marlin, and two Mahi Mahi. Our day ended watching the sunset, with a couple of beers on the boat. The best part is that they gave me the pictures! 100% recommendable!
6. Inshore Sportfishing
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 2 reviews
With many years of experience fishing in and around the waters of Quepos, our crew takes sportfishing very seriously. Catering to experienced and novice anglers alike, we always go the extra mile to find where the fish are biting and to reel them in! If you are looking for an affordable fishing experience of a lifetime Tres Niñas is for you! Chose between Half-Day, 3/4 Day, & Full Day Fishing Charters. Inshore fishing charters are perfect for those who do not have a whole day to spend on the water, and who might be interested in Rooster Fishing or looking for Snook, Grouper, Snapper, small Mahis and small Tunas. Renowned for it’s inshore bio-diversity, Quepos is a privileged location to experience inshore fishing.
Inclusions: Beverages, Bottled water, Lunch, Snacks, Tour escort/host, Private tour, Coffee and/or Tea, Alcoholic Beverages
Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel drop-off, Hotel pickup, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By L S
Dealing with these people left me $155 out of pocket for insurance I had to take out as part of a boat rental agreement. The rude owner (Michael) cancelled my booking after I called his base manager out for lying about a "new" law being "recently" passed, which wouldn't allow navigation as per our agreement - total BS as confirmed by local contacts. Due to Tres Ninas' lies and over eagerness for ME to cancel my booking it’s quite clear they found better paying customers on single day basis, as opposed to my 8-day rental at a lower daily price. Basically, they kept me booked until they got a better deal, tried to feed me a BS story about new laws and subsequently cancelled on me when I called them out on it. Of course, when I confronted them about reimbursing the $155, they stopped replying. There are plenty of decent, reliable boating services in Quepos and Jaco. Therefore, I strongly advise against dealing with Tres Ninas who operate out of Quepos and Los Suenos/Jaco.
7. Whale Watching
The humpback whale migrations from the Northern and Southern Hemispheres to warm Costa Rican waters provides awesome whale watching opportunities against a backdrop of rich and vibrant coastline Tres Niñas Coastal Tours offers whale watching tours during select months from the Manuel Antonio National Park area near the Marina Ballena National Park off the coast of Uvita/Dominical. The gentle giants are certainly breathtaking to behold and to see whales in their natural environment is a powerful experience that underlines the importance of conservation efforts to safeguard biodiversity, ecosystems and species for future generations. Tres Niñas Coastal Tours offers whale watching tours in 25 ft. or 27 ft. center console boats which minimize disturbance to wildlife yet maximize viewing and photography opportunities.
Inclusions: Beverages, Lunch, Snacks, Tour escort/host, Private tour, Alcoholic Beverages
Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By L S
Dealing with these people left me $155 out of pocket for insurance I had to take out as part of a boat rental agreement. The rude owner (Michael) cancelled my booking after I called his base manager out for lying about a "new" law being "recently" passed, which wouldn't allow navigation as per our agreement - total BS as confirmed by local contacts. Due to Tres Ninas' lies and over eagerness for ME to cancel my booking it’s quite clear they found better paying customers on single day basis, as opposed to my 8-day rental at a lower daily price. Basically, they kept me booked until they got a better deal, tried to feed me a BS story about new laws and subsequently cancelled on me when I called them out on it. Of course, when I confronted them about reimbursing the $155, they stopped replying. There are plenty of decent, reliable boating services in Quepos and Jaco. Therefore, I strongly advise against dealing with Tres Ninas who operate out of Quepos and Los Suenos/Jaco.
8. AquaQuepos Snorkeling Morning Cruise
Our experienced crew with 30 plus years of experience in this area will offer you a safe and enjoyable day out on the Pacific Ocean. Price includes all taxes, excluded is gratitude.
Inclusions: Snacks, fresh fruit and drinks are provided during the cruise
Exclusions: Gratuity
Reviewed By guepesch
It was an amazing evening all around. We did some fishing, took a high speed deviation to meet a wale, swam and snorkeled in a secluded bay in the Manual Antonio National Park. The crew was attentive and served drinks and snacks, we even had some Sashimi of a Tuna they caught earlier in the day. It had been a cloudy day and we caught some drizzle shower during the cruise, but the temperatures were nice and the water was perfect. We watched the sun set and and were back in the marina before it got dark. Very much fun and professional and safe. A great experience for the money.
9. Night Wild Tour in Quepos
We offer an unique experience to learn about the nature ecosystem and its habitat, we want to share with you the passion for Nature. Our naturalist tour guides are certified by ICT, and we lead authentic activities in order to work with local communities.
Inclusions: All our naturalist tour guides use our equipment Swarovski optik to see the wildlife , Transportation
Exclusions: Dinner
Reviewed By joellegourvenierhlyd
Like everywhere in CR the people there were very nice and very helpful. Doing this activity make you fell and enjoy the Costa Rican nature.????
10. Full-Day Ocean Hike Tour at Puntarenas
On this tour we will visit the beautiful canton of Quepos Puntarenas. We will start our tour hiking along the mountains that border the Pacific coast. From the mountains we will see the different turquoise and blue tones of the great Costa Rican Pacific coast. We will visit a variety of hidden beaches where we can relax and enjoy the natural beauty. You can expect to encounter some native species of the area such as limpets, white-faced monkeys, among others in their natural habitat. Beaches to visit during our walk: La Macha, La Vaca, Tulemar, Los Altos, and Biezans. So exotic. So dramatic. A place you feel lucky to have experienced! Distance: 6 - 7 km approx. (A shorter or longer distance can be arranged if previously requested, as long as it is within the same time schedule) Duration: 9 - 11 hours Difficulty: Medium Departure: 5:30 a.m. Note: The terrain on this hike includes dirt roads, mountain trails through forest paths and along beaches
Inclusions: Snacks, Breakfast, Lunch, Bottled water, Guide/Expert from the area, Hotel pick up & drop off, Trekking poles
Exclusions: Travel insurance, Tips
Reviewed By 953paolav
The experiece was really great. I felt safe the whole time and really guided. The water is amazing and beautiful and the hike was so much fun! Plus they take the best pictures! ????
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