ATV riding in Manuel Antonio: Rainforest and waterfalls

You control the ATV through the forest. The guide handles the route and the stops.

ATV riding in Manuel Antonio rainforest with a professional guide, covering forests, palm plantations and rural towns before a nature walk through Rainmaker Park to waterfalls. The 3-hour experience includes ATV equipment, a rainforest walk with wildlife viewing, a refreshing dip in a waterfall pool, and a typical Costa Rican lunch at a ranch. Hotel pickup is available. You choose between a single ATV, a double ATV for two riders, or a Side by Side vehicle.

Step-by-step itinerary

ATV ride and nature walk

• Ride ATV through forests and plantations
• Enjoy landscape views and take pictures
• Walk in virgin rainforest and observe wildlife
• Visit waterfalls and swim
• Have typical Costa Rican meal at ranch

The experience

You ride your own ATV through the Manuel Antonio countryside (forests, palm plantations and small rural towns) with a guide leading the route. The terrain shifts as you move, and the guide points out the landscape and wildlife as you go. After the riding portion, you walk into a virgin rainforest section where the guide shows you birds and animals. The constant sound of water gets louder as you approach the waterfalls in Rainmaker Park. You get a chance to swim in one of the pools before heading to a typical ranch for lunch.

The ride itself takes you through the biological corridor near Manuel Antonio National Park. A professional guide leads in English or Spanish, and an air-conditioned vehicle follows the group. The nature walk is where most travelers stop to photograph: the waterfalls break through the rainforest canopy, and the pool is deep enough for a real swim, not just a splash. Lunch at the ranch is included and typical of the region.

You pick your vehicle at checkout: a single ATV if you're riding alone, a double ATV if two of you are sharing one machine, or a Side by Side (a wider, more stable vehicle). All three options follow the same route and include the same stops. Tips for the guide and van driver are optional.

What’s included

• ATV equipment and helmet.
• professional guide in English or Spanish.
• air-conditioned vehicle support.
• rainforest and waterfall nature walk.
• waterfall pool swim.
• typical Costa Rican lunch at a ranch.
• hotel pickup.

Options for this experience

3 options

Side by SideGuide in English or Spanish · 07:30, 10:30 and 14:00Visit to Rainmaker Park, lasting 4 hours, with a typical meal, Side by Side, includes pickup

Double ATV (for two riders)Guide in English or Spanish · 07:30, 10:30 and 14:00Shared ATV at $85 per person, includes pickup

Solo ATV (one rider)Guide in English or Spanish · 07:30, 10:30 and 14:00Individual ATV, pickup is included

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 07:30, 10:30 and 14:00

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (4 to 80 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupUp to 30

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

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 39 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 13 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Costa Rica Jade Tours

Is this one for you?Choose the single ATV if you want to ride solo and control your own pace through the forest. Pick the double ATV or Side by Side if two of you are going together or you prefer a more stable vehicle on the trails.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can I ride an ATV if I've never done it before?

Yes. The guide leads the route and sets the pace, so you follow rather than navigate. The terrain is manageable for all fitness levels, though the ride does involve sitting on a moving vehicle for an extended period and navigating forest trails.

What happens during the nature walk at Rainmaker Park?

The guide takes you on foot through the rainforest to see birds and animals, then leads you to the waterfalls. You can swim in the waterfall pool. It's deep enough for a proper dip in the middle of the forest.

Is the ATV equipment provided, or do I bring my own?

All ATV equipment is included. The operator provides the machine, helmet and safety gear you need.

How old do you have to be to ride an ATV?

The minimum age to operate an ATV is 16 years old. Younger passengers can ride as a second person on a double ATV or Side by Side.

What's included in the lunch?

A typical Costa Rican meal is served at the ranch at the end of the ride. The meal is included in the price.

Does the tour include pickup from my hotel?

Hotel pickup is available as part of the booking. Confirm your hotel location and pickup time when you reserve.