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Tamarindo: Rincon de la Vieja Zipline, River Tubing & Hot Springs★ 4.80 (1,549) · 8h–12h
Top ratedCosta Rica: Rainforest Hanging Bridges, Sloth Sanctuary & Llanos de Cortés Waterfall★ 4.91 · from US$ 190
Best valueTamarindo: Rio Celeste Hike, Sloth Sanctuary & Waterfall★ 4.62 · from US$ 122Recommended (7)
Tamarindo: Snorkel & Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Lunch★ 4.57 (671) · 4h 30mUS$ 132View ›
Tamarindo & Coco: Catamaran Sunset Cruise with Snorkel & Open Bar★ 4.69 (349) · 5hUS$ 104View ›
Guanacaste: Palo Verde Boat Safari, Pottery & Coffee Lunch★ 4.93 (345) · 6h–7hUS$ 190View ›
La Fortuna: ATV Adventure, Mud Mask & Arenal Volcano Views★ 4.58 (319) · 3hUS$ 95View ›
Rincon de la Vieja: Zipline, Horseback & Hot Springs Day Tour★ 4.91 (294) · 8hUS$ 194View ›
Rincón de la Vieja: Zipline, Tubing, Horseback & Hot Springs Day★ 4.75 (272) · 8hUS$ 155View ›
Playa Flamingo: Rainforest Wildlife & Coffee Making Tour★ 4.85 (267) · 8h–10hUS$ 152View ›Top rated (10)
Rio Celeste: Blue River Tubing, Waterfall & Wildlife Day TripYou’ll hike rainforest trails to Rio Celeste waterfall, tube down its bright blue river with fresh fruit breaks, spot wildlife like sloths and monkeys with your local guide, and share a typical Costa Rican lunch before heading home tired but happy.
Costa Rica: Zipline, Hot Springs & Horseback Day TourYou’ll taste fresh Costa Rican coffee on a working farm, fly over rivers by zipline with a local guide, ride horses through jungle trails spotting monkeys, then relax in volcanic hot springs with an optional mud treatment—all in one day near Rincón de la Vieja. Expect real flavors, laughter, and moments you’ll want to replay long after you leave.
La Leona Waterfall Hike Guanacaste: Cave & River Canyon AdventureYou hike 1.3 miles through forest and cave passages into a river canyon, then swim in turquoise pools beneath La Leona waterfall. The guide meets you at the town bar parking lot, drives you to the trailhead, and leads you through rope sections and water crossings. You get 30 minutes at the waterfall itself, a waterproof bag for your phone, fresh fruit, and a half-day timeline that leaves the afternoon open. Book with at least one other person.Is it for me?Right for hikers with moderate fitness who want more than a waterfall photo — the ropes, caves, and river canyon mean you're actually exploring, not just walking. The fixed half-day schedule and included transport from town make it easy to fit into a day without renting a car or arranging your own logistics.
Miravalles Volcano: Crater Hike & Hot Springs with WaterfallYou hike into an active volcanic crater, soak in natural hot springs fed by the volcano's heat, and swim at a jungle waterfall—all in one day from Liberia. The tour includes transport, lunch, and a guide who explains what you're seeing as you move through the rainforest and across the crater floor. You don't arrange parking, timing or entry fees yourself.Is it for me?Book this if you want to experience the volcano and rainforest without arranging your own transport, entry permits, or timing—the fixed schedule gets you to the crater, the springs, and back to your hotel in one day.
Tamarindo: La Leona Waterfall Hike & Canyon SwimmingYou hike two hours through volcanic canyons and river crossings to reach a waterfall hidden between the rock walls. The tour includes air-conditioned transport from your hotel and bottled water; lunch in Liberia is separate. Expect steady climbing and wading, not technical climbing—moderate fitness and closed shoes required.Is it for me?Right for travelers staying near Tamarindo or Liberia who want a real jungle hike without arranging transport. Plan for a full morning and early afternoon out—the two-hour hike is steady and involves water crossings, so moderate fitness and closed shoes are essential.
La Fortuna: Sarapiquí River White Water Rafting & LunchYou’ll start your day with hotel pickup from La Fortuna before heading out to tackle Sarapiquí River’s Class III-IV white water rafting with local guides. Expect wild rapids, fresh tropical fruit on the riverbank mid-journey, laughter (and maybe nerves), plus a hearty Costa Rican lunch after you dry off. This is one of those days you’ll replay in your head long after you’ve left Costa Rica.
Playas del Coco: Coffee & Chocolate Making Class with TastingsYou'll visit a working coffee and cacao roastery, grind beans and cacao by hand using traditional methods, taste multiple varieties, and eat a typical Costa Rican breakfast or lunch. Hotel pickup is included, the whole experience takes two hours, and you leave knowing how to spot quality coffee and chocolate when you buy them.Is it for me?Pick this if you want a real skill and a meal without spending half the day traveling — the location near your hotel and the two-hour format mean you learn something and eat well without losing the rest of your afternoon.
Rio Celeste Waterfall & Sloths Sanctuary from TamarindoYou hike two to three hours through Tenorio National Park to Rio Celeste's turquoise waterfall, then visit Ranitas sloth sanctuary where sloths and toucans are guaranteed sightings. Lunch at a local restaurant with a butterfly garden is included, plus all park entry fees and hotel pickup from Tamarindo. A private guide leads the whole day, so the pace stays yours.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to see Rio Celeste and sloths without arranging park tickets, transport, or timing the hike themselves — the private guide and fixed itinerary handle all three, and the small-group format means you're not moving through the rainforest in a crowd.
Playa Flamingo: Volcano Hike & Hot Springs with Private TransportYou hike through an active volcanic landscape in Rincón de la Vieja National Park, swim at a waterfall, eat lunch, and soak in Rio Negro's natural hot springs — all with private transport and a guide who sets the rhythm. Choose between a full two-hour trail or a shorter half-mile walk through the forest. Transport, lunch, and park fees are included; you're back by late afternoon.Is it for me?Right for travelers based in Playa Flamingo who want a full nature day without arranging transport or park logistics themselves. The hike requires moderate fitness; if you're not up for two hours of forest trails, the lite version cuts that to a half-mile walk and keeps everything else intact.
Playas del Coco: Catamaran Snorkeling & Sunset Sail with LunchYou board a spacious catamaran at 1:30 pm from Playas del Coco's boardwalk, sail 4.5 hours along the Gold Coast watching for marine life, snorkel in a protected bay, eat grilled chicken with unlimited drinks, and return as the sun sets. Ground transport to the dock is on you, but everything else — gear, food, drinks — is covered.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full afternoon on the water without arranging snorkel gear, food, or drinks separately — the catamaran's open bar and included lunch mean you show up and the rest is handled. Just arrange your own ride to the boardwalk in Playas del Coco.
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Guanacaste Airport Transfer: Private Ride from Hotel to LIRYou’ll get picked up right from your hotel in Guanacaste by a local driver who knows these roads by heart. Relax in a clean private vehicle with all insurances covered as you head straight to Liberia Airport (LIR). Enjoy small moments — maybe a chat or just watching the scenery slip by — before your trip home begins.
Guanacaste: Diamante Eco Park ATV Jungle & Ocean TrailsYou’ll wind through jungle trails on an ATV with a local guide at Diamante Eco Adventure Park in Guanacaste, catching glimpses of the Pacific and stopping to soak it all in. Expect earthy smells, salty breezes, and plenty of laughs along the way—a day you’ll remember every time you see red dust on your shoes.
Costa Rica: ATV Beach Ride & Playa Rajada Swim from DreamsYou’ll feel Costa Rica under your skin on this ATV tour from Dreams Las Mareas — riding rough trails with Fidel, stopping for fresh ceviche in El Jobo, swimming at Playa Rajada, and catching glimpses of wildlife along the way. Expect laughter, honest flavors, and moments you’ll keep replaying long after you’ve rinsed off the sand.
Palo Verde: Boat Safari, Wildlife & Chorotega Pottery Day TripYou’ll drift down the Tempisque River spotting monkeys and crocodiles with a local guide, then recharge over a traditional Costa Rican lunch before watching Chorotega pottery come to life in Guaitil village. Expect real wildlife moments and warm smiles—plus maybe a lopsided bowl to bring home.
Guanacaste: Catamaran Snorkel Cruise & Pacific Sunset SailYou’ll step barefoot into Guanacaste’s surf to board your catamaran, sail along the Pacific coast with an open bar and snacks, snorkel a quiet bay with included gear, and watch for dolphins or turtles before drifting beneath a wild Costa Rican sunset. Expect small surprises—and maybe a moment you’ll want to remember later.
Liberia Airport - Riu Palace & Guanacaste: Private Roundtrip TransferYou’ll feel instantly at ease with private pickup at Liberia Airport and a friendly local driver ready to help with bags and questions. Enjoy air-conditioned comfort straight to Riu Palace or Guanacaste resorts—with flexible stops if you want them—and relax knowing your return ride is sorted too. Sometimes, it’s those small moments on the road that stay with you.
Whitewater Rafting Tenorio River from Tamarindo: Class III & IVIf you want real adventure near Tamarindo, this Tenorio River rafting trip is it. You'll paddle through wild rapids with expert guides, see Costa Rica's untamed side up close, and share laughs (and maybe a few nervous yells) with fellow travelers. It's not just about adrenaline—it's about feeling alive in the heart of nature.
Playa Hermosa: 3 Waterfalls & Coyotes Cave Swimming Day TripYou swim into two canyons, hike 2.5 miles through jungle to a third waterfall, jump from rocks into pools, eat lunch in a banana plantation, and watch the sunset from a mountain — all on private land you couldn't reach without a guide and a vehicle. Transport, lunch, water and entry are included; bring a swimsuit and waterproof shoes.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see waterfalls that aren't on the main tourist circuit and don't want to spend the day figuring out how to get there — the private land and jungle terrain mean you need both a guide and transport, which is what this trip provides.
Playa Flamingo: Canopy Zip Lines, Hot Springs & Sugar Mill TourYou zip-line across the rainforest canopy, slide down a natural waterslide into a pool, tour a working sugar mill and taste fresh Costa Rican coffee, then spend your afternoon in thermal hot springs with mud treatments and saunas. Hotel pickup, lunch, and a professional guide are included, and the day ends with a return to your hotel.Is it for me?Book this if you want to pack Costa Rica's main experiences—adventure, culture, and relaxation—into a single day without arranging transport, timing activities separately, or deciding what to do next; the fixed itinerary handles all of it, and the small group size keeps each stop from feeling rushed.
Playa Hermosa: Sloth Encounter, Waterfall & River SafariYou get a private guide, hotel pickup, and a full day moving between three ecosystems—waterfall, river, and rainforest—with time to actually see wildlife instead of just passing through. Lunch and water are covered. The pace is slow enough that sloths and birds stay visible, and the guide rows the raft so you can focus on spotting instead of paddling.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see sloths and rainforest wildlife without joining a large group tour—the private format and slow pace are what make the wildlife actually visible instead of a blur from a bus window.
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