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About Green Tours CR - Local guides, nature and real Costa Rica experiences

About Green Tours CR

Green Tours CR is a local Costa Rica tour company built around nature, culture, community, and honest travel advice. We help travelers experience Costa Rica in a way that feels personal, well organized, and connected to the real places behind the postcard.

We are not trying to be a giant booking engine with hundreds of generic tours. Our work is more personal than that. We focus on trusted local experiences, clear communication, responsible guiding, and practical travel support so visitors can enjoy Costa Rica without feeling lost in the logistics.

Our simple idea:

More than a tour, it’s an experience. That means good guides, honest recommendations, respect for nature, realistic planning, and local people behind the service.

What We Do

Green Tours CR offers tours, transfers, boat connections, rental car guidance, itinerary support, and local travel planning across some of Costa Rica’s most beautiful regions, including Tortuguero, Guanacaste, La Fortuna / Arenal, Manuel Antonio, Monteverde, and selected off-the-path destinations.

Tortuguero Tours

Tortuguero is one of our strongest areas: canals, rainforest, turtles, wildlife, night walks, canoe tours, kayaking, Jaguar Trail, Tortuguero Hill, and local village experiences.

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Guanacaste Adventures

From waterfalls and volcanoes to wildlife safaris, rafting, snorkeling, catamaran cruises, ATV tours, hot springs, culture, and beach adventures.

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La Fortuna / Arenal Tours

Explore Arenal with Gustavo, our local guide and La Fortuna expert. From volcano hikes and hanging bridges to safari floats, waterfalls, coffee and chocolate tours, rafting, tubing, ziplining, ATV, night walks, and wildlife experiences, Gustavo helps guests enjoy the area with local knowledge and a real sense of place.

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Manuel Antonio Tours

In Manuel Antonio, Green Tours CR works with Bayron Gonzáles, our local representative in the area. We offer guided national park walks, tropical forest night walks, Savegre and Naranjo rafting, Isla Damas mangrove kayak and boat tours, catamaran, snorkeling, and wildlife experiences.

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Transfers & Travel Connections

We help with private transfers, airport routes, hotel-to-hotel transportation, Tortuguero boat connections, La Pavona parking, rental car support, and travel logistics.

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Itineraries & Trip Planning

Costa Rica looks small on a map, but travel times can be tricky. We help travelers build realistic routes with tours, transfers, rental cars, and boat connections.

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Off The Path

Hidden waterfalls, rural experiences, small local projects, and places that show a more authentic side of Costa Rica away from the busiest tourist routes.

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Rental Car Support

For travelers who prefer to drive, we can help compare rental car options and give practical route advice so the vehicle, timing, and travel plan make sense for the trip.

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Our Way of Guiding

We believe a good tour is not just about checking off stops. It is about understanding where you are, why the place matters, and how to enjoy it without rushing or damaging what makes it special.

Our guides and local partners bring more than transportation and tickets. They bring stories, safety, local timing, animal knowledge, cultural context, and the kind of practical advice that makes a day flow better.

Why Travelers Choose Green Tours CR

  • Local Costa Rica knowledge, not generic travel advice.
  • Warm, human service before and during the experience.
  • Responsible wildlife viewing and respect for nature.
  • Clear explanations about what is included and what to expect.
  • Help choosing tours that actually fit your route and travel style.
  • Trusted local guides, drivers, captains, and community partners.

Nature, Culture & Community

Costa Rica is famous for wildlife and landscapes, but the people behind each experience matter just as much. We believe tourism should support local guides, family businesses, small communities, conservation efforts, and travelers who want to learn rather than just consume.

That is why we work with experiences that feel connected to place: Tortuguero canals guided by people who know the rainforest, Guanacaste adventures that respect the land, La Fortuna activities guided by Gustavo, Manuel Antonio experiences supported by Bayron, small operators, local food stops, and off-the-path projects that deserve more visibility.

We are honest about travel:

Not every tour is right for every traveler. Some places require early mornings, boat rides, hiking, stairs, wet trails, long drives, or flexible expectations. We prefer to explain that clearly so guests book the experience that truly fits them.

Meet Danny

Green Tours CR is led by Danny, a Costa Rican creator and local travel planner with a strong love for nature, family, storytelling, and practical service. His goal is simple: help visitors experience Costa Rica with better guidance, better logistics, and a more personal connection to the country.

Danny built Green Tours CR to feel different from the usual tourist operation: less pressure, more honesty; less generic selling, more useful advice; less rushing, more meaning.

Meet Gustavo, Our Local Guide in La Fortuna

In La Fortuna / Arenal, Green Tours CR works with Gustavo, a trusted local guide who knows the area beyond the basic tourist stops. His experience helps guests understand the volcano, rainforest, rivers, wildlife, local farms, trails, and small details that make the Arenal region feel alive.

Gustavo brings the kind of guiding we value: calm, friendly, knowledgeable, and connected to the place. Whether guests are visiting for a volcano hike, hanging bridges, safari float, coffee and chocolate experience, waterfall visit, night walk, or a more adventurous day, he helps make the experience feel local, safe, and meaningful.

La Fortuna with local knowledge:

Having Gustavo in the Arenal area allows Green Tours CR to offer better support for La Fortuna travelers, with real local guidance instead of generic recommendations.

Meet Bayron, Our Local Representative in Manuel Antonio

In Manuel Antonio, Green Tours CR works with Bayron Gonzáles, our local representative for the area. Bayron supports guests with practical local coordination, tour details, meeting points, timing, and recommendations for one of Costa Rica’s most loved wildlife and beach destinations.

Manuel Antonio is a place where good local guidance makes a real difference. The national park, nearby mangroves, rafting rivers, ocean tours, and night walks all have different schedules, conditions, and logistics. Bayron helps Green Tours CR keep the service clear, local, and well organized for travelers staying in the area.

Manuel Antonio with local support:

Bayron gives Green Tours CR a real local connection in Manuel Antonio, helping guests choose between national park walks, mangroves, rafting, catamaran, snorkeling, and night nature experiences.

Where We Work

Our main areas are Tortuguero, Guanacaste, La Fortuna / Arenal, and Manuel Antonio, with additional support for Monteverde, transfers, rental cars, boat connections, and custom routes across Costa Rica through trusted partners.

We also work with selected local operators in hidden destinations through our Off The Path section, helping travelers discover smaller projects that match our values.

Welcome to Green Tours CR

Whether you are booking a simple tour, a transfer, a Tortuguero boat connection, a Manuel Antonio wildlife experience, or a full Costa Rica itinerary, we are here to help you travel with more confidence and a better sense of place.

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Green Tours CR frequently asked questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Green Tours CR

Clear answers about our tours, transfers, boat tickets, parking, rental car support, itinerary planning, and local travel help in Costa Rica.

General Services

What services does Green Tours CR offer?

Green Tours CR offers nature and adventure tours, private transfers, Tortuguero boat tickets and parking, private boats, rental car support, custom itinerary planning, and local off-the-path experiences in Costa Rica.

Where in Costa Rica do you work?

We mainly work in Guanacaste, Tortuguero, La Fortuna / Arenal, and Manuel Antonio. We also support Monteverde, Caribbean connections, San José, Liberia, and custom routes around Costa Rica through trusted local partners.

Does Green Tours CR operate every tour directly?

Some services are operated directly by Green Tours CR, while others are provided with selected local guides, drivers, or partner operators. The goal is to keep the experience human, reliable, and well coordinated with people who know each area.

Do website prices include taxes?

Product pages show the base price and, when applicable, the system displays VAT or tax details. Please review the cart summary before paying to confirm the final total.

How can I book a tour or service?

You can book directly on our website, or message us on WhatsApp if you need help choosing before you reserve. For general support, contact +506 7209 8971 or info@greentourscr.com.

Can I pay in cash on the day of the tour?

Reservations are made with advance payment through the website or through the method coordinated with Green Tours CR. We do not recommend leaving a reservation unpaid because guides, transportation, spaces, and logistics must be arranged in advance.

Do you guarantee wildlife sightings?

No. We work with real nature, so we cannot guarantee specific animals. What we do is work with local guides who know the trails, habitats, timing, and respectful ways to observe wildlife.

What happens if it rains?

Rain is a normal part of Costa Rica. Many tours operate with light rain, but activities like rafting, catamaran, boats, kayaking, or guided walks may be adjusted for safety depending on weather, rivers, tides, or local operation.

Guanacaste

What tours do you offer in Guanacaste?

In Guanacaste we offer waterfalls, volcanoes, hot springs, rafting, catamaran cruises, snorkeling, ATV, beach hopping, wildlife safaris, cultural tours, and full-day excursions.

Do Guanacaste tours include transportation?

Most Guanacaste tours include transportation within the standard pickup area, from Peninsula Papagayo south to Playa Potrero north. ATV, catamaran, and private boat tours have different pickup or meeting-point details explained on each product page.

What areas can you pick up from in Guanacaste?

We commonly work with hotels, villas, Airbnbs, and resorts in the Guanacaste tourism corridor. The standard area includes places such as Papagayo, Hermosa, Coco, Ocotal, Matapalo, Flamingo, Potrero, and nearby zones, depending on the tour.

What Guanacaste tour is best for families?

It depends on ages and activity level. Palo Verde, Beach Hopping, Bijagua, catamaran cruises, some waterfalls, and nature tours often work well for families. More active families may enjoy rafting, ATV, or full adventure days.

Is Palo Verde good for seeing sloths?

We do not recommend Palo Verde as a sloth tour. Palo Verde is better for crocodiles, monkeys, iguanas, and birds along the river and dry forest. For sloths, we usually recommend other habitats with better chances.

La Fortuna / Arenal

What tours do you offer in La Fortuna / Arenal?

In La Fortuna / Arenal we offer volcano hikes, hanging bridges, safari floats, waterfalls, coffee and chocolate tours, night walks, rafting, tubing, ziplining, ATV, sloth watching, and experiences around Arenal Volcano.

Is La Fortuna good for families?

Yes. La Fortuna is one of the most complete areas for families because it combines nature, soft adventure, hot springs, waterfalls, wildlife, local farms, and activities with different levels of effort.

What La Fortuna activity is good for wildlife without a hard hike?

The Peñas Blancas safari float is often a good choice for calm nature, river scenery, forest, and wildlife without a difficult hike. Sloth walks and softer guided nature tours can also work depending on the group.

Tortuguero

What tours do you offer in Tortuguero?

In Tortuguero we offer canoe and kayak canal tours, night walks, Jaguar Trail, Tortuguero Hill, wildlife experiences, and turtle nesting tours during the main season.

Where do Tortuguero tours start?

Tortuguero tours normally depart from the main dock in Tortuguero unless something different is clearly stated on the product page or confirmation.

Do I need a SINAC ticket for Tortuguero tours?

Some tours inside Tortuguero National Park require a SINAC entrance ticket purchased online. The Night Walk does not use that same park ticket, and Tortuguero Hill has different conditions. Always review the product page before booking.

When do you offer the turtle nesting tour in Tortuguero?

Green Tours CR offers the Tortuguero turtle nesting tour during the main season, from July 1 to October 31. Outside those dates, we do not recommend it as a regular experience because sightings are much harder.

Do you also sell Tortuguero boat tickets and parking?

Yes. We offer La Pavona ↔ Tortuguero boat tickets, secure parking at La Pavona, private boats, and Moín boat transportation for Caribbean connections.

What is the difference between La Pavona and Moín?

La Pavona is the main access route to Tortuguero for most travelers. Moín is better for travelers connecting Tortuguero with the Caribbean coast, such as Limón, Cahuita, or Puerto Viejo.

Can a car drive directly to Tortuguero?

No. Tortuguero does not have direct road access. Travelers usually reach La Pavona or Moín by land and continue by boat to Tortuguero.

Manuel Antonio

Do you offer tours in Manuel Antonio?

Yes. In Manuel Antonio we offer Manuel Antonio National Park guided walks, tropical forest night walks, Savegre and Naranjo rafting, Isla Damas mangrove kayak and boat tours, catamaran, snorkeling, and wildlife experiences.

Who coordinates Manuel Antonio tours?

In Manuel Antonio, we work with Bayron Gonzáles as Green Tours CR’s local representative. For area-specific questions, you can contact him on WhatsApp at +506 7169 7081.

Do Manuel Antonio tours include transportation?

It depends on the tour. Some include transportation from selected Manuel Antonio / Quepos locations, while others are meeting-point tours. The Manuel Antonio National Park Guided Walk is offered as a meeting-point tour at the main park entrance.

Which Manuel Antonio tour is best for families?

Families often enjoy the Manuel Antonio National Park Guided Walk, Isla Damas Mangrove Boat Tour, and Catamaran & Snorkeling Tour. More active families may also enjoy Savegre River rafting.

What is the difference between Savegre and Naranjo rafting?

Savegre is usually more scenic and moderate, ideal for families or first-time rafters. Naranjo is stronger and more adrenaline-focused, recommended for active travelers who are comfortable with more intense rapids.

Are Isla Damas mangrove tour times fixed?

Not always. Isla Damas kayak and boat tours depend on the tide, so the schedule is confirmed based on your date and the conditions of the day.

Monteverde, Itineraries & Special Experiences

Do you also help with Monteverde?

Yes. We can help with Monteverde activities such as cloud forest walks, hanging bridges, canopy, night walks, nature reserves, and partner experiences. In Monteverde, transportation is usually quoted separately if you do not have a way to reach the activity location.

What is Off The Path?

Off The Path is our space for more local, quieter, or less mass-market experiences: hidden waterfalls, family projects, rural walks, small reserves, local operators, and places with a more authentic connection to Costa Rica.

Do you create custom itineraries?

Yes. We help plan realistic routes with tours, transfers, boats, rental car options, and travel timing. Costa Rica looks small on the map, but some routes take longer than expected, so local planning makes a big difference.

Do you book hotels?

Green Tours CR focuses on tours, transfers, boats, rental car support, and travel planning. We can suggest areas or general hotel ideas when useful for the route, but guests normally book lodging directly.

Transfers, Rental Cars & Logistics

Do you offer private transfers in Costa Rica?

Yes. We coordinate private transfers between airports, hotels, Airbnbs, villas, beaches, national parks, docks, San José, Liberia, La Fortuna, Guanacaste, Tortuguero, and other destinations depending on the itinerary.

What information do you need to quote a transfer?

We need pickup location, drop-off location, date, preferred time, number of passengers, luggage details, flight number if applicable, and any special needs such as child seats, stops, or oversized luggage.

Is a private transfer or rental car better?

It depends on the route. Private transfers are ideal for long travel days, airport arrivals, and destination-to-destination connections. A rental car may be better if you plan to spend several days exploring beaches, restaurants, supermarkets, and stops at your own pace.

Do you help with rental cars?

Yes. Green Tours CR has a partner link to check rental car options and prices, and we can also guide you on what vehicle type makes sense based on your route, luggage, and travel style.

Can you help us choose the right tour?

Yes. Send us your dates, hotel, group size, ages, activity level, and what matters most to you: wildlife, adventure, beaches, waterfalls, volcanoes, culture, photography, or calm nature. We will help you choose what truly fits your trip.

Need Help Choosing?

Send us your dates, hotel area, group size, and the type of experience you want. We can help you choose tours, transfers, boat tickets, rental car options, or a complete Costa Rica route.

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