Tamarindo Ziplining Tour: ATV Rainforest & Canopy Cables
Ride the mountains, then fly through the treetops
An ATV and canopy zipline activity in Tamarindo combines a guided ride through rainforest and rivers on four-wheeler with zip-line cables up to 500 meters long strung between the trees. Hotel pickup from the Tamarindo area is included, along with a professional guide, helmet and bottled water; children from age 6 can participate, though only riders 16 and older can operate the ATV. The maximum weight limit is 260 pounds.
3m–40m
Step-by-step itinerary
ATV and canopy zipline adventure
- Pick up from Playa Flamingo hotels
- Pick up from W Reserva Conchal or Westin Conchal
- Drive to Huacas departure point
- ATV tour through mountains and rainforest
- Cross small rivers by ATV
- Arrive at canopy zipline site
- Zipline on cables up to 500 meters
- Return by ATV or transportation
The Experience
The day starts with pickup from your hotel in the Tamarindo area and a drive to Huacas, the main departure point. From there, you ride an ATV through the mountains, rain forest and across small rivers to reach the canopy site. The terrain and the river crossings are what get you to the ziplines — they're not a separate stop but the route itself.
Once at the canopy, you find zip-line cables stretching up to 500 meters, which means you're suspended high enough to see the forest from above the treetops instead of beneath them. A professional guide leads the activity and speaks English or Spanish. You wear a helmet throughout, and the operator provides bottled water. The return to the starting point can be by ATV or by transportation, depending on guide availability.
Wear sneakers and comfortable clothing you don't mind getting dirty — the ATV ride and river crossings mean you'll likely need a change of clothes. Bring an extra set if you want to change before heading back. A minimum of two ATV drivers per booking is required, and the activity is not recommended for pregnant travelers or anyone with poor cardiovascular health; moderate physical fitness is expected.
What’s included
- Professional guide in English or Spanish.
- helmet and bottled water.
- ATV ride through rainforest and rivers.
- canopy zipline cables up to 500 meters long.
- hotel pickup and drop-off from the Tamarindo area.
Operated by Pininos Adventures
Is this one for you?Book this if you want to ride terrain and operate an ATV yourself rather than watch from a vehicle, and if you're comfortable with river crossings and getting muddy. The ATV portion is what gets you to the ziplines, so the two activities are one experience, not separate stops.
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Top questions
Can I zipline in Tamarindo if I'm under 16?
Yes — children from age 6 can participate in the canopy zipline activity. However, only riders 16 and older are permitted to operate the ATV themselves; younger participants can ride as passengers.
What's the weight limit for this activity?
The maximum weight limit is 260 pounds for both the ATV and canopy zipline portions of the tour.
Do I have to ride the ATV back, or can I take transportation instead?
The return to the starting point can be by ATV or by transportation, depending on guide availability at the time of your activity.
What should I wear for the ATV and zipline activity?
Wear sneakers and comfortable light clothing you won't worry about getting dirty or damaged, since the ATV ride and river crossings will likely soil your clothes. Bring an extra set of clothing to change into afterward.
Is hotel pickup included from anywhere in Tamarindo?
Hotel pickup and drop-off are included from the Tamarindo area and from JW Marriott Guanacaste. Pickup from the Papagayo or Hermosa Beach areas is available as an option at checkout.
What's included in the activity?
The activity includes a professional guide (in English or Spanish), a helmet, bottled water, the ATV ride, the canopy zipline tour, and hotel pickup and drop-off from the Tamarindo area. Food and drinks beyond the bottled water are not included but available to purchase.
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