Guanacaste and Northwest Tours

Get an up-close look at Costa Rica's hidden natural wonders on this Rio Celeste and Llanos de Cortes waterfall tour from Tamarindo. Follow an expert local guide through breathtaking scenery, rugged trails, and truly beautiful attractions. This is the perfect way to explore outside the city and see what makes Costa Rica a top attraction for nature lovers.

Immerse yourself in the wild volcanic landscapes of the Rincon de la Vieja National Park on this full-day trekking tour. Set out on a moderate 3-hour hike through the jungle and keep a lookout for Howler monkeys, Capuchin monkeys, Toucans, and Coatis along the way. Pass hissing fumaroles, volcanic craters, and bubbling mud pools, then cool off with a swim beneath the Oropendola Waterfall. After re-fuelling with a delicious lunch of Costa Rican cuisine, enjoy a soothing soak in the hot springs and volcanic mud baths of Rio Negro.

Max out the adrenaline (and the fun) during this full-day adventure combining a white-water rafting trip and zipline excursion. Zoom through the rain forest canopy during a series of heart-pounding zipline rides, some on cable spans as long as 3,200 feet (980 meters). Then battle the Class II and III rapids of the Balsa River. Lunch, snacks, and rafting gear are all included.

Explore Tamarindo’s beaches and dry forest on an off-road ATV tour with river crossings, mountain views, and stunning tropical scenery. Learn to maneuver your vehicle, then follow your guide along a rugged circuit. Take in the sights and sounds of the Costa Rican forest and watch for birds and monkeys as you steer beneath coastal trees. Upgrade your tour to include other activities such as snorkeling, driving a UTV, ziplining, or even exploring other areas by ATV.

Feel the adrenaline rush of soaring over 11 different waterfalls on this small-group canopy tour at Adventure Park Costa Rica. Enjoy breathtaking views over the ocean, mountains, and rainforest on 25 zipline cables, the longest in Costa Rica. Led by a professional guide, this tour emphasizes safety and provides all the necessary equipment. Lunch and bottled water are included. Transportation to and from this Costa Rica zip line tour is an available option. Participants must be at least seven years old and weigh less than 280 pounds (127 kg).

Exchange the sun and surf for for a high-flying adventure in the misty Monteverde Cloud Forest on this full-day combo tour from Tamarindo. Fly through the forest canopy on a 15-cable zipline course featuring a gravity-defying Superman cable and a Tarzan swing, and slow down for a closer look at Monteverde's rich biodiversity while walking through the tree tops along a series of hanging bridges. In between adventures, replenish your energy with a typical Costa Rican lunch.

Set sail in the afternoon and take in views of the Costa Rican coastline on this tour. On board a comfortable catamaran, you’ll have the chance to spot local sea life such as whales, dolphins, turtles, rays, and seabirds. The tour also includes time to swim and snorkel or simply relax on the boat. On the sail back to Playas del Coco, you’ll catch sight of the sunset from the water.

Discover the diverse natural attractions of Costa Rica on this combination all-day tour that includes stops at the Rio Celeste Waterfall, Llanos de Cortés Waterfall, and a sloth habitat. First, visit Tenorio National Park and complete a moderately challenging hike to the Blue River. You’ll then head to a private nature reserve at the base of the Tenorio Volcano where you can spot sloths, tree frogs, toucans, butterflies, and birds. The tour ends with a stop at Llanos de Cortés Waterfall.

Head out into the Cosa Rican night in search of Green Pacific and Olive Ridley sea turtles laying their eggs on Playa Grande. During this evening tour from Tamarindo, you may even see baby turtles hatching, depending on the conditions. National park fees included.

Pamper yourself in a volcanic spa rife with mineral-rich mud baths and hot springs on a private or small-group tour of Miravalles Volcano. Depart from the coast for an adventure in a tropical rain forest full of opportunities to swim, hike, and relax in Costa Rica’s lush wilderness.

The Dream Chaser Catamaran is all about quality, service and going above and beyond. You'll notice the difference immediately, our boat is a brand new 2019 Catamaran Designed to be a FUN and comfortable day Cruiser. Most Catamaran tours make you sit on the floor and in the sun. On the Dream Chaser you'll find plenty of comfortable leather seating throughout and plenty of shade to protect yourself from heat exhaustion or sun burn. Our food is buffet style with plenty of options from Seafood, Chicken, Meats, Sausages, Vegetables, Fruit and delicious desserts and appetizers. Our onboard tiki bar is fully stocked with soft drinks, water, beer, wine, Tequilas, Vodka, Rums, Whisky and ready to serve up your favorite drinks. Our boat undergoes rigorous daily inspections, maintenance and our crew is made up of seasoned sailers and deck hands. Come for the Fun, Better Sound, Quality Service & Amazing Food & Drinks.

Embark on a jungle safari through the wetlands and tropical forests of Palo Verde National Park on this full-day adventure from Guanacaste. Look for abundant birds and other wildlife on a cruise down the Bebedero River, and sun or splash in the idyllic pools of the Llanos del Cortés waterfall. You’ll also have a chance to explore Guanacaste’s urban charm with a shopping and city tour of Liberia and enjoy an authentic Costa Rican lunch.

Spend a day in the wilderness that makes Costa Rica famous on this guided ATV tour from the Guanacaste coast. Follow your guide over rivers, through thick jungle foliage, past waterfalls, and more, all while learning about the native wildlife along the way. This tour includes all equipment and safety instructions as well as hotel pickup from your Guanacaste lodging.

Traverse the rainforest on a series of hanging bridges during a guided excursion from the Guanacaste coast to the Heliconia Rain Forest reserve in Costa Rica. See tropical flora and fauna in the wild, tour greenhouses and a butterfly garden, and sample farm-fresh coffee on this kid-friendly adventure.

Explore the forested foothills of Rincon de la Vieja volcano with a full day combination tour from Tamarindo, and swing, slide and ride through the park’s scenic landscape. Get a bird’s-eye view of the forest floor as you travel from treetop to treetop on a canopy tour, then launch down a 1,200-foot (400-mt) water slide. Pause for lunch before riding a horse to a natural spa, and spend the rest of your day rolling in mineral-rich volcanic mud and enjoying a series of steaming thermal pools.

If you’re hoping to see sloths in the wild while in Costa Rica, joining a guided tour is your best bet. On this tour, you hike through the rain forest with a guide who’s super knowledgeable about the local ecosystem and tells you about sloths as you spot them in their natural habitat. You also visit a waterfall, check out a tropical butterfly garden, and visit a coffee and banana plantation, making this full-day tour an exciting way to explore.

Get an early start for a full-day tour from Playa Langosta that visits the wildlife refuge at Finca Verde Lodge and a waterfall in the rain forest. Your guide leads an educational walk that showcases the birds, sloths, frogs, snakes, insects, and tropical plants of Finca Verde. Then have lunch and stop for a dip in the natural pool at the base of Llanos del Cortez Waterfall.

Get your adrenaline pumping on a whitewater rafting trip down the Tenorio River, located in a red-rock canyon in the Guanacaste mountain range. Depart from Tamarindo for a day trip to Costa Rica’s nearby forests, including lunch.

Be enchanted by sparkling waterfalls, natural mineral pools, and pristine rain forest on a guided hike through Sensoria, a private nature reserve nestled at the base of the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano. Follow a guide along thoughtfully designed nature trails that wind through the jungle, and get help spotting an array of native wildlife. After the hike, soak your cares away in a natural volcanic spring and re-energize with an included lunch.

Escape to the tropical paradise of the Buena Vista Lodge for a full-day Costa Rican adventure! Fly through the treetops on a zipline, lather up with mineral-rich volcanic mud and relax in geothermal hot springs. Encounter the native wildlife of Rincon de la Vieja National Park, including monkeys and hundreds of species of birds. This combo tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off from Guanacaste plus a tasty lunch.

Just outside the crowded beaches of Tamarindo, Las Baulas National Park offers an often-overlooked natural getaway. This tour takes you through the park’s vast network of mangrove forests on a relaxing boat trip. As you float down the river, your guide points out wildlife like howler monkeys, crocodiles, and tropical birds that you might not see on your own.

Discover Costa Rica’s wild side with an adrenaline-fuelled ATV tour and canopy tour from Tamarindo. Once you’ve learned to drive your ATV, follow your guide on an exhilarating cross-country route, zipping along rainforest trails, mountain passes and muddy rivers. Then, arrive at the canopy tour and strap on your harness for a Tarzan-inspired experience, zip-lining through the rainforest.

Experience popular Costa Rican activities on this combination adventure tour. First, hop on an off-road buggy and hit the area's rugged terrain, riding through rivers and over mountain trails. You’ll head to a sloth rescue refuge, which rehabilitates injured, orphaned, or confiscated wildlife. The habitats are designed to provide a natural setting for the animals and allows visitors to experience up-close, safe viewing of sloths, monkeys, jaguars, toucans, pumas, and more. The tour ends with a stop at different area beaches.

Horseback riding through the jungle might sound too good to be true, but this tour certainly isn’t. Saddle up for a relaxed ride through a private jungle ranch outside of Tamarindo—well-trained horses make this tour suitable for beginner and advanced riders alike. As follow your guide through forests and pastures en route to waterfalls, vista points, and natural springs, look out for wildlife like iguanas and monkeys in their natural habitat.