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Very friendly and professional staff - Christian, Juan Carlos and Manrique! Tours are well thought out and organized. Their 5-day package offers a variety of experiences at a good price. It was wonderful to not have to drive in the congested traffic.
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Rebecca Wallace
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Sol Tropical Tours provides a fabulous experience for tourists seeking to experience the nature of Costa Rica! Mark Ayala, Christian and Manrique worked hard to provide amazing tours...my favorites were the Rainforest Chocolate Tour at Tirimbina and boat safari, and the Tarcoles River Safari. Of course, Poas Volcano and the Peace Waterfall Garden were breath-taking too! I highly recommend Sol Tropical Tours to experience the Pura Vida of Costa Rica!
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Amber Byrne
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This has been the trip of a lifetime! Christian is the best tour guide. He is is incredibly knowledgeable, I learned so much from him. He is also an incredible person ❤️ And the cutest 😁
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DONNAJOY NILSON
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I have traveled extensively & never once had a more friendly, patient & knowledgable guide as Christian. His passion for nature & the history of his country is truly remarkable & quite commendable. We are all grateful to Sol Tropical. Muchas Gracias ♥️
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Bea Cseko
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We kicked off our trip with a successful meeting with Sol Tropical Tours' team: Mark, Christian, and Enrique, to finalize our itinerary.
Later that day, we started our exploration right away in San José with a fantastic walking tour. We visited historical landmarks like the beautiful Teatro Nacional and the impressive Cathedral, giving us a deep dive into Costa Rica’s rich history.
A major highlight was getting to taste the local cuisine—a perfect way to end our first day. We're off to a great start!
Our second day on tour was perfectly executed and truly unforgettable. Sol Tropical Tours put together an incredible itinerary that showcased the best of Costa Rican nature and relaxation.
🦋 Wildlife and Scenery
We began the day with a peaceful visit to the Butterfly Garden at El Jardín in San Ramón. The gardens are stunning, offering beautiful mountain views in the distance and a charming atmosphere complemented by farm animals.
🌿 Expert Guiding and Sloth Encounters
The afternoon brought us to the Sloth Park in La Fortuna, which was a definite highlight. Our guide, Christian, was an added bonus—his knowledge of the local plants, insects, birds, and, of course, the sloths, was exceptional and truly enhanced the experience. We then enjoyed a delicious, typical Costa Rican lunch, fueling us for the rest of the adventure.
✨ The Grand Finale: Baldi Hot Springs
To be honest, the crowning jewel of the day was the visit to Baldi Hot Springs. This high-end resort is absolutely beautiful, clean, and incredibly relaxing. It’s an impressive place and the perfect way to unwind after a day of exploration.
This day perfectly blended stunning nature, expert guidance, and luxurious relaxation. Highly recommend!
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Frances Oxford
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My husband and I, along with another couple, spent a week at Tara Nova Condominio Villas Palmas in January 2025. We met with Chris who works with Sol Tropical Tours and arranged for excursions. Chris was our guide for all of them and he made every adventure exciting and full of information. His English is excellent, his sense of humor was great, his love and knowledge for his country is impressive, and he made our group feel like taking of us was the most important thing he had to do. If you plan to visit Costa Rica, I encourage you to check on Chris through this company. You won't regret it.
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Francine Eisenman
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Just spent several days with Sol Tropical tours using San Jose as a base. The itineraries were diverse and wonderful, with day trips that made life so easy as a visitor, including meals, comfortable vans / small buses, all entrance fees and excellent educated bilingual guides. Chris and Juan Carlos were wonderfully informative and personable guides, and Manrique was an experienced driver that made the scariest foggiest twisted roads feel safe. They were a pleasure to travel with! The personalized touches for people with diverse needs and abilities was much appreciated!
We saw so much in a few days! Experienced the flora and fauna, natural wonders plus history and culture of Costa Rica for a very reasonable price.
If I could leave them more than 5 stars, I would!!
Definitely recommend Sol Tropical and their San Jose team for the best Costa Rica experience!
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Jerry Dietz
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What a great experience! This team of guides is absolutely the best. We had 5 fabulous days of tours, which included transportation, meals, and fees, but most importantly, really knowledgeable guides! I learned so much about the many ecosystems in Costa Rica.
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Adam Jackson
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This was the best decision we made while here in san josa costa rica we arrived on Sunday to leave the following Sunday we went on a different tour every day with sol tropical they are the absolute best. Christian and Juan Carlos are awesome and have so much knowledge of the area.
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Lisa Barr
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I feel I'm just adding to a long list of hundreds of positive reviews, but those same reviews are what convinced me to do every tour on the list. I hope I can help you make the same decision.
Christian is a fantastic guide! He is knowledgeable and well-versed in Costa Rican animal life and history. That said, Costa Rica is a beautiful country. The package took us in every direction, and gave us a taste of all of the different parts of the country. It was well organized, and efficient. We saw hundreds of different species of birds, and Christian knew the name of each of them. We saw crocodiles, caymans, howling monkeys, sloths, lizards, snakes, and butterflies. We went on a chocolate tour in the middle of the forest, and toured the best spa I've ever been to! From the high chilly cloud forest to the tropical lowlands, there is something for everyone. The only thing that *may* hinder you, would be mobility issues, since there is a decent amount of cumulative walking if you choose to go on an adventure every day.
Christian was especially fun to work with as he has qualities that cannot be taught. He has a top-notch sense of humor, which combined with his patience, kindness, and honesty makes him a joy to vacation with. He's not just a quality guide, he's a quality human being. Five out of five stars. Would do again.
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They are simply The Best.
This is Tami Lifton Manton owner of Group Tix & Tours. I was recently asked about my trip to Costa Rica, and it occurred to me that I never shared our tour recommendations. Bottom line, if you are traveling to CR, you NEED to reach out to Mark at Sol Tropical Tours.
His tour guides are simply the best. Christian, in particular, was the most knowledgeable tour guide I have ever toured with, ever!His knowledge of the Island, the animals, the florals, the environment and so much more was beyond outstanding. The tours provided everything from complete itineraries, what to wear and most important, no hidden costs. PURA VIDA
Tami Lifton Manton
Owner of Group Tix & Tours
Whitewater Rafting in beautiful Costa Rica with our partners.
Whitewater Rafting on the Pacuare River in beautiful Costa Rica. We specialize in eco tours and unique Costa Rican Holidays, and for years, we’ve found the best reliability and service working with our partners, Sol Tropical Tours.
Their commitment to safety is unmatched, especially in high-adventure activities like rafting, ensuring every client has a thrilling yet secure experience. We trust them explicitly because they share our dedication to genuine eco-tourism and providing truly unique Costa Rican holidays, not just standard trips. Their logistics are seamless, which is essential for our international clients, and it confirms why they are the leading choice for comprehensive, expertly-guided experiences in the region.
Rose City Travel Ltd.
Service travel agency. Destination Weddings, Eco Tourism.
¡¡¡Gracias totales!!!
Tuvimos una experiencia excelente.
Contratamos el paquete de cinco días de excursiones con ellos. Pudimos conocer la naturaleza, que es maravillosa y diversa, como también conocer la idiosincrasia de Costa Rica. Quedamos enamorados. Christian y Juan Carlos fueron nuestros guías. Super amigables, amables y con muchos conocimientos que nos transmitieron generosamente. Gerardo un chofer de lujo. Verdaderamente la pasamos genial, con ganas de volver.
De ser posible sin dudarlo volveremos y seguiremos recorriendo con Sol Tropical que consideramos nuestros amigos. Como diría Cerati (también compartimos gustos musicales y mates), ¡gracias totales!!!
Mariana Tomasini
Buenos Aires, Argentina.
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