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Big Mike Tours S.A.

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Rating

5.0(38)

Family of 4

USD 180-380

Duration

Half day to full day

Best Ages

6-17

About

Big Mike Tours S. A. is a small, highly rated tour operator based near the Gran Terminal del Caribe in San Jose, Costa Rica, earning a perfect 5.

0 Google rating from 38 reviewers. Operating with the personalized energy of an owner-run business, Big Mike Tours offers family-friendly day tours and excursions throughout Costa Rica that prioritize quality and genuine experience over mass-market logistics.

For families visiting San Jose, the appeal is straightforward: a perfect-rated guide who genuinely cares about delivering a memorable day. Tours cover the range of Costa Rican highlights — volcanoes, wildlife reserves, cloud forests, waterfalls — with the flexibility that comes from working with a small, responsive operation. Parents with children of varying ages can often negotiate tour adjustments that larger companies would not accommodate.

The Gran Terminal del Caribe departure point is one of San Jose's most recognizable landmarks, making it easy to locate and coordinate from. Advance booking through direct contact is recommended, as the company's small size means availability can fill quickly during peak travel season. For families who want a reliable, personal experience with a guide invested in their day, Big Mike Tours delivers exactly that.

Age Suitability

Infants (0-1)Toddlers (1-3)Little Kids (4-6)Big Kids (7-9)Tweens (10-12)Teens (13-17)

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Setting

Rainy Day

Great option!

Plan Your Visit

Best Time to Visit

Year-round; dry season preferred for outdoor tours

Wait Times

Advance booking required

Nearby Food

Gran Terminal del Caribe area has local food options; tours typically include or pass by meal stops

Why Kids Love It

Kids love heading out with a guide whose enthusiasm for Costa Rica is infectious — Big Mike Tours makes every destination feel like a personal adventure rather than a group excursion.

Pro Tips from Parents

  • Perfect 5.0 from 38 reviews — consistent quality from a small, personally run operation
  • Located near the Gran Terminal del Caribe — a distinctive and easy-to-find departure point in San Jose
  • Smaller operation means more flexibility for family-specific requests

What to Bring

  • Destination-appropriate clothing and footwear
  • Sunscreen, insect repellent, and a reusable water bottle
  • Camera or phone fully charged before the tour

Cost Info

Estimated Cost (Family of 4)

USD 180-380

Tips to Save

  • Perfect 5.
  • 0 rating from 38 reviews — small enough for personalized service; ask about family group pricing when booking.

Hours & Contact

Hours

Friday
2:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Monday
2:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday
2:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday
2:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday
2:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday
2:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday
2:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Contact

Catedral, 600 metros norte, Gran Terminal del Caribe, Local 20, San José, Bajos de La Union, 11111, Costa Rica

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