Ziplining in Buena Vista: Canopy, Hot Springs & Horseback

Glide through the treetops, then sink into volcanic mud.

The Mega Combo ziplining activity in Buena Vista combines canopy lines, a waterslide, horseback riding and natural hot springs in a single eight-hour outing from Guanacaste. Hotel pickup is included. A professional guide leads in English or Spanish. Lunch with local Costa Rican dishes and soft drinks are provided. Children from age six are welcome when accompanied by an adult, and the activity suits moderate fitness levels.

The experience

You start in the treetops. The Las Pavas zip line carries you across the canopy, then you cross the suspended bridges of Los Higuerones before dropping down Costa Rica's largest waterslide. The adrenaline comes first, the landscape second. You are moving through it, not watching it pass. After the slides and lines, a buffet lunch of Guanacaste specialties and local coffee grounds the morning's rush.

The afternoon shifts to a different kind of motion. You choose horseback or tractor to reach Pacaya Hot Springs, where five thermal pools, a steam sauna and a volcanic mud bath wait. The mud is the thing people remember. It cools on your skin while the springs stay warm, and the contrast is the whole point. Before heading back, there is time to browse Costa Rican crafts in Liberia city if you want to carry something home.

The day runs eight hours total with hotel pickup and drop-off included from selected properties. A minimum of two people per booking is required. Bring tennis shoes, long or short pants, swimsuit, change clothes, sunglasses, insect repellent and a camera. A current valid passport is required on the day of travel. Vegetarian lunch options are available. Note your preference when you book.

What’s included

• Professional guide in English or Spanish.
• zip-lining on Las Pavas and Los Higuerones suspended bridges.
• Costa Rica's largest waterslide.
• horseback riding or tractor transport to the springs.
• five thermal pools at Pacaya Hot Springs.
• steam sauna and volcanic mud bath.
• buffet lunch with local Costa Rican dishes and Gold Bean coffee.
• soft drinks.
• hotel pickup and drop-off from selected properties.
• time to shop for Costa Rican crafts in Liberia city.

Options for this experience

2 options

Group TourGuide in English or Spanish · 07:30Small-group tour, includes pickup

Private TourGuide in English or Spanish · 07:30Exclusive private tour, 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 day except SaturdayDeparts at 07:30

Book up to3h before

AgesAdult (13 to 70 years) · Child (6 to 12 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

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 8 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availableNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Guanacaste Viajes | Tours and Airport Transfers

Is this one for you?Choose the private tour if your group wants to set the pace and move together. The group tour keeps costs lower and pairs you with other travelers on the same schedule. Either way, the eight-hour span is what fits the canopy, waterslide, horseback section and hot springs into a single day without rushing the soak.

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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: Child (6 to 12 years). Children under 6 can't be included in the booking.

Can I do the ziplining and hot springs on the same day, or are they separate activities?

The Mega Combo combines both in one outing. You zip-line and waterslide in the morning, then move to Pacaya Hot Springs for the afternoon soak and mud bath, all within the eight-hour window.

What is the largest waterslide in Costa Rica like?

It is the centerpiece of the zip-line section. You descend it after crossing the suspended bridges at Los Higuerones, and it delivers the biggest single adrenaline moment of the canopy portion.

Do I have to ride a horse to get to the hot springs, or can I choose the tractor?

You choose between horseback or tractor to traverse the landscape to Pacaya Hot Springs, so the ride suits your comfort level and experience.

What is included in the lunch, and are there options for dietary preferences?

Lunch is a buffet of authentic Costa Rican flavors and local specialties, with soft drinks included. Vegetarian options are available: advise your preference in the Special Requirements field at checkout.

Does the price include hotel pickup, or is that an add-on?

Hotel pickup and drop-off are included from selected hotels in the area. Confirm your hotel is on the pickup list when you book.