Best Walking Tours in Santa Cruz

Discover the beauty of Santa Cruz on foot with our curated walking tours. Whether you're visiting for the first time or looking to uncover hidden gems, exploring Santa Cruz by walking lets you experience its culture, history, and landmarks up close.

Top Walking Tours in Santa Cruz

Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth Sanctuary & Llanos de Cortes Waterfall Tour in Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz , Guanacaste and Northwest

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (1002 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 135.00

Duration: 12 hours (approx.)

Llanos de Cortes Waterfall To start your day, we will take you to Llanos de Cortes Waterfall in Bagaces, where you can relax and take a swim at the falls or walk around exploring the flora and fauna. Rio Celeste Waterfall Hike - Tenorio Volcano National Park Upon arriving at the entrance, you will go on a 2 hour moderately difficult hike in the park.  You will walk through the rainforest and along the Celeste River where you can observe one of nature's most intriguing phenomenon. Organic Farm - Sloth and Frog Sanctuary After lunch, take a tour on a rural organic farm! You will be taken on an inspiring and educational walk, showcasing natural wonders such as tropical plants, flowers, birds, sloths, frogs, snakes, insects and many more animals that inhabit the farm.

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La Leona Waterfall Guided Tour+Transportation  in Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz , Guanacaste and Northwest

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (112 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 135.00

Duration: 7 hours (approx.)

La Leona waterfall is one of the best tours in Costa Rica. The tour consists of walking, swimming, crossing through canyons and caves to reach the waterfall. You will feel lost in the jungle flooded with amazement by the magic of the canyons and the volcanic rock created by the volcanic lava that painted beautiful and impressive works of art. La Leona waterfall is hidden between the canyons which makes it a magical experience for all participants. I know you will like it, the sky blue color of the river, the hike and the waterfall will make you love Costa Rica. Do not miss this tour, do not miss La Leona Waterfall if you are near Tamarindo, Flamingo or Liberia.

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Waterfall, sloth expedition, frogs Blue River also in Costa Rica in Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz , Guanacaste and Northwest

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (6 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 430.00

Duration: 6 hours (approx.)

Waterfall in San Ramon On the southern slopes of the Maderas volcano, about 4 km from San Ramón beach, is this beautiful waterfall that falls over mossy rocks into a small pool. They also own the Biological Station in San Ramón where the trail to the waterfall begins. continue along a small trail. The trail takes you through dense jungle, past old mossy trees, vines and bromeliads. Howler monkeys and a great variety of birds, butterflies and other insects live in this area, some of them endemic to the Maderas volcano. you can cool off in the natural shower of the waterfall and the small pool at your feet. if it's in nicaragua it's done in nicaragua, if it's in costa rica it's done in costa rica.

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Guided vs. Self-Guided Walking Tours

A guided walking tour offers expert insights, historical context, and often includes skip-the-line access to major landmarks. If you prefer flexibility, a self-guided route lets you explore Santa Cruz at your own pace using maps and mobile apps. Combining both options is ideal for a complete experience.

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