Nestled in the picturesque province of Guanacaste, La Cruz, Costa Rica, is a captivating destination that enchants visitors with its pristine beaches, rich cultural heritage, and breathtaking natural landscapes. At Best Tours CR, we pride ourselves on enhancing your experience in La Cruz with our private tours, seamless transportation, and top-notch service. Let us guide you through this remarkable destination and show you how to make the most of your visit.
La Cruz is more than just a location; it’s a vibrant community filled with friendly locals who are deeply rooted in their cultural heritage. The area thrives on agriculture, cattle farming, and a growing focus on sustainable tourism. When you explore La Cruz with Best Tours CR, you’ll have the chance to engage with the locals, support local businesses, and immerse yourself in the authentic Costa Rican way of life.
La Cruz is strategically located in the northwest part of Costa Rica, providing easy access to the stunning Pacific Ocean. Its geography features rolling hills, lush green valleys, and mesmerizing vistas. Bordered by Nicaragua to the north, La Cruz offers unique cross-cultural experiences that you won’t want to miss.
La Cruz enjoys a tropical dry climate, making it an ideal year-round destination. The dry season, from December to April, brings warm temperatures averaging between 32°C (90°F) to 35°C (95°F). The wet season, spanning May to November, offers cooler temperatures and lush greenery, perfect for nature lovers. Regardless of the season, Best Tours CR ensures you have the right information and support for a comfortable journey.
La Cruz operates under a local government system that emphasizes citizen engagement and community well-being. The Municipality of La Cruz manages local affairs, including public services and infrastructure development, ensuring that residents enjoy a high quality of life. As you explore La Cruz, you’ll appreciate the collaborative efforts that contribute to its charm and vitality.
Experience the heart of La Cruz by exploring its downtown area, filled with local shops and businesses. At the town’s central park, you can relax and observe the vibrant daily life of the locals. Best Tours CR can provide guided tours to help you uncover the hidden gems of the downtown area.
Dive into the incredible biodiversity of Santa Rosa National Park. Home to dry tropical forests, mangroves, and stunning coastlines, this protected area offers nature enthusiasts an unparalleled opportunity to observe unique flora and fauna. With Best Tours CR, you can embark on guided tours that take you through well-marked trails, historical sites, and the natural wonders awaiting you.
Playa Rajada is a beautiful beach that captivates visitors with its pristine shores and turquoise waters. Whether you’re sunbathing or engaging in water activities like snorkeling and swimming, this beach promises an unforgettable experience. Let Best Tours CR arrange a private tour for you to discover the best spots along the beach.
For wildlife enthusiasts, the Junquillal Bay National Wildlife Refuge is a must-visit. Known for its diverse ecosystems, you can explore lush mangroves and tranquil beaches while keeping an eye out for nesting sea turtles. Best Tours CR can help you navigate this serene refuge for a unique wildlife-watching experience.
Playa Jobo, situated on the Punta Descartes Peninsula, offers a tranquil retreat for beach lovers. Enjoy leisurely walks along the shore, relax under tropical trees, and witness breathtaking sunsets over the Pacific Ocean. Experience the peace of Playa Jobo with a private transportation service from Best Tours CR.
Nestled in Bahía Salinas, Playa Copal is a paradise for water sports enthusiasts. The consistent winds and calm waters make it ideal for kitesurfing, windsurfing, and sailing. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, Best Tours CR can connect you with local instructors and provide transportation to the beach.
Embark on an adventure to Rincón de la Vieja National Park, where volcanic activity creates a geothermal wonderland. Hike through the park’s trails and witness bubbling mud pots and captivating waterfalls. With Best Tours CR, your experience is enhanced with knowledgeable guides who will help you spot local wildlife and capture stunning photographs.
La Cruz is blessed with stunning beaches like Playa El Jobo and Playa Rajada, perfect for sunbathing, swimming, and relaxation. Best Tours CR can organize beach outings tailored to your preferences, ensuring you experience the best of these coastal gems.
With its excellent fishing opportunities, La Cruz is an angler’s paradise. Join our fishing tours for the thrill of deep-sea fishing, targeting species like marlin, sailfish, and dorado. Our knowledgeable guides will ensure you have a memorable fishing adventure.
Explore the biodiversity surrounding La Cruz by visiting nearby national parks and wildlife reserves. With Best Tours CR, you can embark on wildlife-watching tours that allow you to observe howler monkeys, tropical birds, and other fascinating species in their natural habitats.
Immerse yourself in the local culture with guided tours that showcase La Cruz’s vibrant heritage. Visit historical sites and local artisan markets, where you can learn about traditional crafts and interact with the community.
Hiking enthusiasts will love the beautiful trails around La Cruz. Our experienced guides from Best Tours CR can lead you through lush forests and volcanic formations, ensuring you discover hidden waterfalls and breathtaking views.
Experience the beauty of the Pacific Ocean with a sunset cruise along the Guanacaste coast. Relax as you take in stunning views, enjoy live music, and spot dolphins with Best Tours CR’s carefully curated tours.
For thrill-seekers, ATV tours offer an exhilarating way to explore the rugged terrain of La Cruz. Ride through dirt trails and coastal areas with Best Tours CR, uncovering hidden gems while enjoying panoramic views.
La Cruz is a popular destination for kite surfing. With strong winds and open beaches, Best Tours CR can connect you with local schools for lessons or equipment rental, ensuring you have an adrenaline-filled experience.
Explore La Cruz on horseback with guided tours through picturesque trails, meandering rivers, and lush landscapes. Experience the tranquility of the area and discover hidden spots that are inaccessible by other means.
After a day of adventure, you’ll need a comfortable place to rest. Here are some of the best accommodations in La Cruz that Best Tours CR recommends:
This luxurious all-inclusive resort offers upscale accommodations, multiple dining options, and various activities near the beach, ensuring a memorable stay.
Located in the heart of La Cruz, this hotel provides comfortable rooms, a restaurant, and convenient access to local attractions.
Enjoy stunning ocean views and direct beach access at this beachfront resort, featuring spacious rooms and a tranquil atmosphere.
This cozy hotel offers affordable accommodations in a friendly environment, perfect for travelers seeking comfort and convenience.
Experience rustic charm in cozy cabins surrounded by lush tropical settings, ideal for those looking for a peaceful escape.
For a unique experience, stay in treehouses nestled among nature, offering serenity and easy access to the beach.
Enjoy modern villas with private pools close to the beach, providing privacy and tranquility.
This boutique hotel features stylish rooms and a swimming pool, making it a popular choice for wind and kite surfers.
Located in a natural setting, Nasu Lodge offers cozy bungalows surrounded by greenery, providing a peaceful retreat.
For luxury vacation rentals, Recreo offers private villas with high-end amenities and personalized concierge services.
This eco-friendly lodge provides sustainable experiences, organic meals, and various eco-friendly activities.
Situated in Cuajiniquil, this lodge offers comfortable rooms and easy access to Junquillal Beach for a relaxing stay.
La Cruz, Costa Rica, invites you to explore its captivating landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and diverse activities. Whether you’re seeking cultural immersion, outdoor adventures, or a tranquil beach getaway, La Cruz offers experiences to satisfy every traveler. With Best Tours CR, your journey is enhanced by our commitment to private tours, seamless transportation, and exceptional service. Embark on a journey to this coastal gem, immerse yourself in its natural beauty, and create cherished memories that will last a lifetime. Let us help you make the most of your visit to La Cruz, Costa Rica!
With over 23 years of experience as a trusted tour guide, I guarantee that the information provided on this website is backed by first-hand knowledge and a dedication to providing top-tier service. Each attraction has been personally visited by me, catering to groups of all sizes, multiple times. Additionally, I have conducted extensive research from reputable sources to ensure that my recommendations are tried and tested. My team and I are completely independent and not associated with any hotels or tour operators, but we do delegate tasks to trusted providers who share our passion for delivering outstanding service. Trust us to help you plan your next adventure with confidence and guarantee your full satisfaction with our services.
Amazing time! – We had an excellent tour during our trip. Yuedy was very responsive when scheduling and very knowledgeable about the area and the wildlife. We did the jungle river boat ride… continue and sloth tour. We saw a variety of animals and got to see the sloths up close! We enjoyed hearing about the culture and history of Costa Rica. We would definitely do another trip with Best Tours.
Highly Recommend – I would highly recommend this tour experience when visiting Costa Rica. Although it wasn’t a historical tour, Yuedy was very knowledgeable about Costa Rica and gave us some historical data… continue as we drove along. He was very kind, patient and personable. He provided a tour for me and 47 of my closest friends lol. We were transported in a comfortable tour bus with air conditioning and soft seats. The ride was smooth and we got to the Hot Springs with plenty of time to enjoy ourselves. Yeudy and the rest of the staff didn’t rush us, we each had an opportunity to fully enjoy the experience. .
PURA Vida sloths!! – PURA VIDA Yeudy and his team👍🏽👌🏽
There is a reason that all his reviews are 5*.
There may be cheaper guides out there but in all honesty I went… continue with him after reading all the reviews and I was very impressed with the prompt and professional response to all my many questions before booking😎
From the airport transfer to the actual day trip was great service. We had gone for the 3 in 1 , River Cruise, Sloth Safari & Hanging Bridge tour.
He was great with my seven year old who was following him all day.
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Would definitely recommend Best Tours CR
Yeudy was treating us like family – Yeudy from Best Tours Costa Rica was the best tour guide we ever had! He is knowledgeable and energetic! He tailored 3 Excursions for us and introduced us to a… continue local fisherman that took us for a sunset cruise with snorkeling! Yeudy explained many interesting and amazing things about Volcanos, Rain Forest, Wildlife, Waterfalls, Hiking Trails, Costa Rican Culture and local food!
After our hike he took us even to a market and we had fresh coconut water and got to try out different fruits!
All our 3 Excursions with Yeudy were an amazing experience!
Excellent wildlife guide! – Yeudy is an excellent guide. We hiked Sendero 99 at Santa Rosa National Park with him. Thanks to Yeudy, we saw leks of long-tailed manakins in two different locations, plus… continue male and female curassows, coatis and capuchin monkeys. It was a wonderful exerience. Highly recommend!
A family of 5 with young kids and their grandparents, staying at Dreams Las Mareas. – Months before our family trip to Dreams Las Mareas resort, I reached out to several tour companies for excursions. While the resort also had excursions available, we opted to hire… continue someone from a local family run operation that could offer more personalized service and had prompt communication; someone that seemed like they would go above in beyond with their services. Enter Yeudy with Best Tours Costa Rica. His business name says it all! From the time he met us at the resort and throughout our entire day with him, he was extremely accommodating (and patient) considering we had our 3 children and their grandparents with us. We bombarded Yeudy with all sorts of random questions from the start, from questions about CR to the sites and sounds and literally everything in between, and he happily answered everything and conversed with us and the kids all day long. We did the waterfall, river float, and natural bridges tour which included a traditional CR lunch which he joined us for and also arranged for us ahead of time, so needless to say we didn’t have to plan anything once we booked with him. We ALL had a wonderful time with Yeudy and were really appreciative of his efforts to ensure we had a good time while also staying hydrated and satiated with the drinks and snacks he provided. I have Yeudy now stored in my contacts, and without a doubt would hire him again or recommend him to anyone coming out this way. CR already had a special place in our hearts, and getting to know locals like Yeudy is a big part of the reason why. Pura vida!
Yeudy (Jodi as he likes to be called for us English speaking folks), was absolutely phenomenal! Very engaging, and we feel like we got a costa Rican education on the… continue way to zip lining and the hot springs. It was my wife and I’s 30 th wedding anniversary and Yeudy made it a very special day. Surprisingly to us, he made arrangements with the bar tender near the hot springs to set up a small area overlooking the hot springs, with a bottle of champagne and balloons congratulating us on our 30 th! What a guy! I think he was equally excited about the surprise as we were! Going to add some photos so you can see what a great experience this was. Highly recommend and will be sending tourists his way. Thanks again Yeudy for making this a special day. Oh, almost forgot, he even stopped on the way back to Dreams BC he spotted a family of Holler monkeys playing in the trees—got a lot of nice pics from that random surprise.