Top Things to Do in Guanacaste and Northwest

We compared all 541 experiences in Guanacaste and Northwest so you can choose in minutes: real prices, verified reviews and our editorial picks.

★4.9 541 experiences from US$ 4 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

All tours (161–180 of 541)

Private Surf Lesson in Tamarindo: Learn with a Local Instructor
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Travelers' pick
Private Surf Lesson in Tamarindo: Learn with a Local InstructorLearn to surf in Tamarindo with a private instructor who adapts to your skill level, providing all equipment and personalized coaching for your progression.
58 reviews
4.95★
Duration
2h
start times · Every day
9
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 50per person
ATV Riding near Tamarindo: 3-hour North Pacific adventure
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ATV Riding near Tamarindo: 3-hour North Pacific adventureRide an ATV for 3 hours along the North Pacific coast near Tamarindo, reaching hilltop viewpoints and secluded beaches with a professional guide and hotel pickup.
57 reviews
4.95★
Duration
3h
start times · Every day
3
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 140per person
ATV tour near Playa Flamingo: Ride through villages and rivers
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ATV tour near Playa Flamingo: Ride through villages and riversRide ATVs through fishing villages, rivers and beaches near Playa Flamingo with a local guide in English or Spanish. Hotel pickup included, three hours.
57 reviews
4.98★
Duration
3h
start times · Every day
9
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 180per person
ATV and Zipline Tour from Tamarindo: 7 cables and forest trails
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ATV and Zipline Tour from Tamarindo: 7 cables and forest trailsRide ATVs through Tamarindo's back roads, then zipline across the canopy on 7 lines up to 500 meters, with guide and hotel pickup.
56 reviews
4.70★
Duration
3h 30m
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 145per person
LIR Airport to JW Marriott Transfer: Flight-Tracked Pickup
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LIR Airport to JW Marriott Transfer: Flight-Tracked PickupPrivate transfer from Liberia airport to JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort with flight tracking and meet-and-greet at arrivals.
56 reviews
4.98★
Every dayHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 200per group
Liberia Airport to Tamarindo Private Transfer Direct to Hotel
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Travelers' pick
Liberia Airport to Tamarindo Private Transfer Direct to HotelPrivate round-trip transfer from Liberia Airport to Tamarindo with bilingual driver, air-conditioned vehicle and bottled water.
54 reviews
4.81★
Duration
1h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 130per group
Snorkeling in Tamarindo: ATV, Banana Boat & Beach
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Snorkeling in Tamarindo: ATV, Banana Boat & BeachSnorkel Conchal Beach on a three-hour adventure from Tamarindo combining ATV or UTV off-road exploration and a Banana Boat ride, with English and Spanish guides.
53 reviews
4.89★
Duration
3h
start times · Every day
8
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 125per person
Playa Hermosa thermal pool tour: Private rainforest spa
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Travelers' pick
Playa Hermosa thermal pool tour: Private rainforest spaWalk through Rincon de la Vieja rainforest to five thermal mineral pools heated by volcanic magma, with a bilingual guide, lunch, wine and fruit included.
53 reviews
4.94★
Duration
2h–8h
start times · Every day
3
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 282per person
Ziplining in Buena Vista: Canopy, Hot Springs & Horseback
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Ziplining in Buena Vista: Canopy, Hot Springs & HorsebackZip through rainforest canopy on Las Pavas and Los Higuerones, slide Costa Rica's largest waterslide.
53 reviews
4.94★
Duration
8h
Every day except Saturday
07:30
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 200per person
Kayaking Tamarindo Mangrove Forest: Paddle the estuary
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Travelers' pick
Kayaking Tamarindo Mangrove Forest: Paddle the estuaryPaddle through the Tamarindo estuary mangrove forest between Playa Tamarindo and Playa Grande for 2.5 hours, spotting crocodiles.
53 reviews
4.94★
Duration
2h 30m
start times · Every day
2
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 55per person
Playa Hermosa ATV Riding: Private Forest & Beach Adventure
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Travelers' pick
Playa Hermosa ATV Riding: Private Forest & Beach AdventureRide ATVs through Costa Rican forest and rocky roads to two beaches on a private 4-hour tour from Playa Hermosa with an English or Spanish-speaking guide.
52 reviews
4.77★
Duration
4h
start times · Every day
8
Live guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 132per person
La Fortuna Rafting and Canyoning: Rapids and Waterfall Rappels
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La Fortuna Rafting and Canyoning: Rapids and Waterfall RappelsRappel down four waterfalls in the rainforest near Arenal Volcano, then paddle Class II-III rapids on the Balsa River. Includes guide, gear.
51 reviews
4.98★
Duration
9h
Every day
07:00
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 199per person
Liberia Airport Transfer: Private Car & WiFi
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Best value
Liberia Airport Transfer: Private Car & WiFiPrivate airport transfer from Liberia, Guanacaste with dedicated driver, WiFi and fixed pricing. Wheelchair accessible, on-time guarantee.
50 reviews
4.98★
Duration
1.3d–1.9d
Every dayHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 8per person
Tamarindo Ziplining Tour: ATV Rainforest & Canopy Cables
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Tamarindo Ziplining Tour: ATV Rainforest & Canopy CablesRide an ATV through Tamarindo's rainforest and rivers, then zip across cables up to 500 meters long suspended above the canopy with a professional guide.
50 reviews
4.94★
Duration
3m–40m
start times · Mon–Sat
2
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 136per person
Private Sunset Catamaran in Playa Flamingo: Snorkel & Sail
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Travelers' pick
Private Sunset Catamaran in Playa Flamingo: Snorkel & SailSail into the Pacific sunset from Playa Flamingo on a private catamaran with snorkeling gear, drinks and hotel pickup included. Four hours on the water with a local guide.
50 reviews
5.00★
Duration
4h
Next departure: 13 Jan 2027Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 1,900per group
Ziplining at Rincón de la Vieja: 9 lines and 8 activities
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Ziplining at Rincón de la Vieja: 9 lines and 8 activitiesZip line 9 cables and 10 platforms above Rincón de la Vieja, ride horses through forest, and soak in natural hot springs with transport and lunch.
48 reviews
4.98★
Duration
10h
Every day
07:30
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 215per person
Rafting Class II-III La Fortuna: ATV and river in one day
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Travelers' pick
Rafting Class II-III La Fortuna: ATV and river in one dayCombine ATV trails below Arenal Volcano with a two-hour rafting run on the Balsa River, Class II-III rapids. Includes guide, gear, lunch and hotel pickup from La Fortuna.
48 reviews
4.94★
Duration
9h
Every day
07:30
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 150per person
La Leona Waterfall tour: Tubing, cliff jumps & hot springs
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Travelers' pick
La Leona Waterfall tour: Tubing, cliff jumps & hot springsTube down a lazy river, hike to La Leona Waterfall, and soak in volcanic hot springs near Guanacaste. Includes lunch and bilingual guide.
47 reviews
5.00★
Duration
6h
start times · Every day
4
Live guide EN · PT · FR · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 234per person
ATV riding in Playa Flamingo: Beaches and wildlife
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ATV riding in Playa Flamingo: Beaches and wildlifeRide your own ATV through Playa Flamingo's coastal trails for 2.5 hours, stopping at two beaches to spot howler monkeys, capuchin monkeys and squirrels with a private guide.
47 reviews
5.00★
Duration
2h 30m
start times · Every day
13
Live guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 117per person
Liberia Airport to Hotels Round Trip Private Transfers
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Travelers' pick
Liberia Airport to Hotels Round Trip Private TransfersPrivate transfer from Liberia airport to your hotel with an English-speaking local driver in a comfortable, air-conditioned van for a stress-free arrival.
46 reviews
5.00★
Duration
1h–3h
Every dayHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 220per group
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