ATV and Zipline Combo in Montezuma: River trails to canopy

You ride the ATV yourself, then switch to ziplines above the falls.

An ATV and zipline combo in Montezuma, Costa Rica takes you on trails along the coast and inland to a small waterfall for swimming, then by van to a canopy zipline tour above Montezuma Falls with another swim break and time to explore the town. The activity runs 4.5 hours with a live guide in English or Spanish and hotel pickup included. Children are welcome from age 13.

Step-by-step itinerary

ATV, zipline, swim, and explore Montezuma

• Ride ATV along river and coast
• Swim at small waterfall
• Travel by van to Montezuma
• Zipline over Montezuma waterfalls
• Swim at Montezuma falls
• Continue zipline tour back
• Visit beach and have lunch
• Shop in Montezuma village

The experience

Montezuma sits on the Nicoya Peninsula's central Pacific coast, and this combo splits the morning between two ways of moving through the jungle. You start on an ATV, riding trails that run along the coast and inland toward a small waterfall where you can dive and swim in cool water. The route passes through the kind of terrain that shows why the area draws people who want to move under their own power instead of watching from a van.

After the waterfall swim, a van takes you to the canopy zipline tour above Montezuma Falls. You'll zipline multiple times above the falls, break for another swim in the pool below for about half an hour, then continue on the lines. The sequence matters: the ATV section comes first when energy is highest, and the zipline part, which requires less sustained effort, fills the second half. Between the two activities and the town time after, you'll have a chance to grab lunch and browse the shops in Montezuma's center before heading back to your starting point.

A live guide leads the whole day in English or Spanish. Hotel pickup is included, and the activity suits anyone with at least moderate fitness. Children join from age 13 onward. The 4.5-hour window is tight enough to fit into a morning or early afternoon without consuming the whole day.

What’s included

• ATV ride along coastal and inland trails.
• swim time at a small waterfall.
• canopy zipline tour above Montezuma Falls.
• second swim break in the pool below the falls.
• time to explore Montezuma town and have lunch.
• live guide in English or Spanish.
• hotel pickup and return.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 11:30

AgesAdult (18 to 65 years) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Under 13: can't be included in the booking

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 4 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Pura Vida Expeditions

Is this one for you?At 4.5 hours, this combo fits a morning or early afternoon without eating up the whole day, leaving room for beach time or other activities later. The two-part structure (ATV first, then ziplines) suits travelers who want to move actively but prefer a guide managing the route and transitions rather than navigating on their own.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years). Under 13: they can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24h before the start.

What's the difference between the ATV section and the zipline section?

The ATV trails take you along the coast and inland on your own machine to a waterfall for swimming. The canopy zipline tour runs above Montezuma Falls with multiple lines and another swim break built in. You operate the ATV yourself, and a guide leads both parts of the day.

Do I need my own ATV experience to book this?

The activity requires at least moderate physical fitness and comfort operating an ATV on trails. The guide leads the route, but you control the machine. If you've never ridden an ATV, let the operator know when you book so they can assess whether this fits your skill level.

Is there time to explore Montezuma town itself?

Yes. After the zipline section, you'll have time to walk around the picturesque village, grab lunch, and shop for souvenirs before the group heads back to the starting point.

What happens if I'm not comfortable with the zipline part?

The combo is designed as one experience, so both the ATV and zipline sections are part of the booking. If you have concerns about either activity, contact the operator before purchasing to discuss whether a different option might suit you better.

How long does the whole thing take from pickup to drop-off?

The activity runs 4.5 hours total, including the ATV section, the zipline tour, swim breaks, and town time. Hotel pickup and return are included, so factor in travel time to and from your accommodation.