Best Shore Excursions Worldwide — Our Top 3

1.Puntarenas Shore Excursion: Rainforest Skywalk & Tarcoles River

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 120 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $125Our pick

From Puntarenas, you’ll ride in an air-conditioned minivan to Villa Lapas for a 1.5-mile rainforest walk with three hanging bridges, then cruise the Tarcoles River for crocodiles and birds. Guides such as Ronald, Alejandro, and Josue are praised for spotting wildlife and explaining Costa Rica.

“Very enjoyable trip. Great walk through the rainforest - we were not lucky enough to spot any wildlife with the exception of a very small frog lol but the bridges are an experience. Great to see the crocs on the river - plenty of birds can be seen too. Good shopping stop. The guide Ronald did a great job of looking after the group.”

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2.From Le Havre: Paris with River Cruise Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 99 reviews · 10 - 11 hours · from $222Top rated

Travel from Le Havre to Paris by air-conditioned coach, then see the Eiffel Tower, cruise past the Louvre and Notre Dame, and stop at the Arc de Triomphe. A local guide such as Amir or Maarten provides city commentary. Expect a long day, limited sightseeing time, and no interior visits.

“It was great! Maarten was super knowledgeable and accomodating--esp after his wife gave birth the night before! Our driver was very skilled as well.”

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3.Akaroa Shore Excursion: Christchurch City Tour and Jet Boating

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 54 reviews · from $173

From Akaroa Wharf, an informed guide leads you through Banks Peninsula to Christchurch’s Botanic Gardens and central sights before a 35-minute jet-boat ride on the shallow Waimakariri River. Expect 360-degree spins, scenic countryside, port transfers, and a tight schedule.

“Jet boat was great. Quick stop for lunch was not good. Long trip to Christchurch.”

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