Tamarindo ATV and Zipline: 10 cables through the forest

You ride the ATV yourself, then operate the zipline without a second person attached.

An ATV and zipline activity in Tamarindo where you ride automatic off-road bikes along scenic trails, then glide across 10 separate cables through the forest canopy. After the zipline course, you ride the ATV back to the starting point. The activity runs 3.5 hours and includes a professional guide in English or Spanish, pickup from your hotel, bottled water and fresh fruit.

The experience

The day starts on automatic ATVs, no manual transmission to manage, which means you focus on the trail and the landscape instead of gear shifts. You ride through scenic terrain toward the zipline destination, covering easy-to-handle routes that let you enjoy the ride without fighting the machine. Once you reach the course, you'll glide across 10 different cables strung through the lush forest, each one giving you a different angle of the canopy and the ground far below.

After the zipline section ends, you climb back onto the ATV for a leisurely return ride through the picturesque landscape to where you started. The whole outing (riding out, ziplining, riding back) fits into 3.5 hours. A professional guide speaks English or Spanish throughout, and the operator handles pickup from your Tamarindo hotel, so you don't arrange transport separately. Water and fresh fruit come with the activity.

What’s included

• Bottled water and fresh fruit.
• all fees and taxes.
• automatic ATV for the trail portion.
• professional guide in English or Spanish.
• the 10-cable zipline course.
• hotel pickup in Tamarindo.
• air-conditioned vehicle transport to and from the activity.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day6 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 13:00

AgesAdult (18 to 60 years) · Senior (61 and older) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (4 to 12 years) · Infant (under 4)

GroupUp to 15

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.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h 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 13 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availableNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Discover Tamarindo

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English or Spanish, so book this if you're comfortable following safety instructions and the route description in one of those languages. The activity suits all fitness levels, though it's not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or cardiovascular concerns.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (4 to 12 years); Infant (under 4).

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 24 h before the start.

How many zipline cables are in the course?

The zipline course has 10 different cables, each one suspended at a different height and angle through the forest canopy, so you experience the landscape from multiple perspectives as you glide across them.

Do I need to know how to ride an ATV before I book?

No prior experience is required. The ATVs are automatic, which means no manual transmission to operate, and the trails are easy to handle. The guide will give you proper training on how to use the machines safely before you start.

What happens if I'm not comfortable on the zipline?

Safety measures and proper training are provided before you begin the zipline course, so you understand how the equipment works and what to expect. If you have concerns about spinal injuries, pregnancy, or cardiovascular health, check with the operator before booking, as the activity may not be suitable.

Does the price include hotel pickup?

Yes, pickup from your Tamarindo hotel is included in the activity price, so you don't need to arrange separate transport to the starting point.

Can infants come on this activity?

Specialized infant seats are available for the ATV portion, and infants can participate on the zipline with a special harness and gear that the guides operate. The infant does not manipulate the equipment themselves.