A few hours out
Half-day tours
Short adventures you can fit around a beach day: zip-lines, horseback, ATV trails and after-dark wildlife.
from $75
Canopy Tour
GuanacasteTen cables and certified guides above the Guanacaste forest: a zip-line for the whole family.
from $70
Horseback Riding Tour
Tamarindo beachGallop along the beach at golden hour: the dream ride for horse and animal lovers.
from $60
Turtle Nesting Night Tour
Las Baulas ParkWitness the whole nesting process of sea turtles on a guided beach walk after dark.
from $85
ATV Tour
Guanacaste SabanasExplore the Guanacaste backcountry by quad with a local, family-run outfit and real culture.
Make a day of it
Full-day tours
Volcanoes, cloud forests, waterfalls and combo passes, door-to-door, with the driving and planning handled.
from $289
Spa Day – Altos de Eros
Hills above TamarindoEscape to a jungle spa retreat near Tamarindo for a day of massage, pools and total calm. Embark on a Blissful Retreat: Select Your Perfect Spa Day Escape in jungle surrounding Tamarindo! Pamper yourself in paradise with 90 minute massage and either a manicure or pedicure. Then select two: Facials – Body Wraps – Body Scrubs – Indonesian Soaking Tub
from $174
Diamante Adventure Pass
GuanacasteA full day of zip-lines, a wildlife sanctuary and beach time on one all-access adventure pass. The Adventure Pass gives you access to a wide range of Costa Rica excursions designed to showcase the best of Guanacaste. Soar above the jungle on a nearly mile-long ocean-view Superman zipline, cross hanging bridges, and take on the 30-foot free fall.
from $199
Nicaragua Day Tour
NicaraguaCross into Nicaragua to see a dormant volcano and colonial highlights on a one-day border tour. You will see a dormant volcano crater, the active Masaya Crater, go shopping at the artisan markets, explore the colonial town of Granada, and go on a boat ride viewing the islets of Lake Nicaragua!
from $199
Arenal Volcano Hike & Hot Springs
La FortunaA rainforest nature walk beneath the iconic volcano, capped by a soak in natural hot springs. Where nature’s grandeur meets ultimate relaxation. Enjoy an extraordinary 1.5-hour rainforest natural history walk with a knowledgeable guide. Surrounding this volcanic marvel lies a haven of tranquility and rejuvenation, the hot springs offers visitors the perfect opportunity to unwind amidst soothing thermal waters and lush tropical scenery.
from $159
Guachipelin Adventure Combo
Rincon de la ViejaThe ultimate Rincon de la Vieja day: zip-lines, river tubing, horseback and hot springs. Hacienda Guachipelin Adventure Combo is undeniably the best all day volcano tour on Rincon de la Vieja Volcano, including ziplining, river tubing, full buffet lunch, and a hot spring soak. The zipline course is unquestionably the best in the area, featuring a rappel, Tarzan swing, and rock climbing wall. Equally exciting, our river tubing route is 5 km long with a great mix of rapids and lazy stretches where you can float and admire the scenery.
from $199
Monteverde Butterfly, Bridges & Sloth
MonteverdeCloud-forest hanging bridges, a butterfly garden and the canopy's sleepiest residents. The Monteverde butterfly garden, hanging bridges, and sloth tour makes for an ideal day! Visit the famous Sloth Sanctuary of Selvatura Park for a chance to view up to 20 sloth specimens. In the sanctuary, the sloths can travel freely between paths specially created to roam among the trees and foliage of the exhibition. After a hearty lunch, take your time and walk through the clouds through elevated, hanging bridges, which range from 150 feet to 510 feet above the forest floor. The excursion includes lunch and visit to the butterfly garden.
from $199
Monteverde Zipline & Hanging Bridges
MonteverdeSoar and stroll through the misty cloud-forest canopy of Costa Rica's legendary highlands. Suspended high above the forest floor, you’ll soar like a bird through a labyrinth of towering trees, mist-covered valleys, and cascading waterfalls, immersing yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Costa Rica’s natural paradise. After this exhilarating experience, enjoy a hearty lunch and take your time through the Hanging Bridges of Monteverde. Suspended high amidst the lush canopy of the cloud forest, these bridges offer an unparalleled experience for nature enthusiasts, adventure seekers, and photographers alike.
from $140
Rincon de la Vieja National Park
Rincon de la ViejaA full day tour exploring the flora, fauna and natural wonders of Rincon de la Vieja National Park. The day consists of a moderate 2-hour hike where you will see wildlife and volcanic activity. Next we will visit the Oropendola Waterfall where you can swim and play in the water. After the waterfall, it is time to eat a typical Costa Rican lunch following a trip to relax at the hot springs and enjoy a volcanic mud bath.
from $140
Rio Celeste Hike, Sloth & Waterfall
Tenorio VolcanoHike to the surreal turquoise waterfall of Rio Celeste, with a stop at Llanos de Cortes falls. You will begin the day with a visit to the breathtaking Llanos de Cortes Waterfall, well off the beaten path where you can swim under the falls. Next we take an adventurous hike in Tenorio Volcano National Park to see one of Costa Rica’s most famous natural wonders – Rio Celeste – known for it’s divine hue of turquoise. You will also Jungle Life – an organic farm and animal shelter where you will visit the sloths, frogs and more!
from $160
La Leona Waterfall Hike (Private)
GuanacasteAn off the beaten path on our La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike with your own personal guide and transportation. The day consists of a moderate 2-hour hike alongside the celeste waters of Rio Blanco while you spot wildlife along the way. Once you get to La Leona waterfall, you can splash and swim in the cool blue waters. Finish the day with a a typical Costa Rican lunch!
from $160
Buena Vista Adventure Combo
Rincon de la ViejaZip-lines, hanging bridges and a 400-meter waterslide on an all-day combo at Buena Vista. Experience the ultimate adventure in Buena Vista Costa Rica with an all-day tour featuring ziplining, hanging bridges, a thrilling 400-meter waterslide, and cultural excursions. Explore the lush landscapes and immerse yourself in Costa Rica’s rich heritage with visits to Waterfall Salitral, a traditional sugar, coffee, and clay tour, before indulging in a relaxing horseback ride to Pacaya Hot Springs & Spa, concluding with a scenic return journey aboard a charming tractor-drawn carriage.
On & under the Pacific
Water activities
Reefs, rivers and golden-hour sails: diving, snorkeling, rafting and catamaran cruises along the coast.
from $150
Diving Tours
Catalinas / Bat IslandsGuided dives for certified and first-time divers across Guanacaste's richest reefs.
from $90
Snorkel Tour
Catalinas IslandsDiscover a world of underwater wonders on our local snorkel and diving tour, departing right from Tamarindo.
from $120
Palo Verde Boat Tour
Tempisque RiverA river cruise through Palo Verde's wetlands, dense with crocodiles, monkeys and birds.
from $155
Tenorio River Rafting
Tenorio RiverClass III & IV whitewater down the Tenorio: a wild, scenic ride for adventurous groups.
from $40
Tamarindo Estuary Mangrove Tour
Las Baulas ParkA quiet safari boat through Las Baulas mangroves to spot crocodiles, monkeys and shorebirds.
from $99
Catamaran Sunset Cruise
Tamarindo BaySail the Pacific at golden hour with snorkel stops, open bar and dinner aboard a roomy catamaran.
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