All Guanacaste and Northwest Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

Arenal from Guanacaste: Hanging Bridges, Waterfall & Hot Springs

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

We offer a private shuttle service for you and your group. We are your best choice: reliable and convenient. We guarantee safety and punctuality for our passengers. We have extensive experience and connections throughout Costa Rica. Our drivers will wait for you in the arrival hall with a sign bearing your name. We are here to help you at all times, before, during and after your trip! We offer a quality, convenient, safe, flexible service with a fair price, without surprises. We are available 24 hours, 7 days a week. The vehicles used for transport are well maintained and equipped with air conditioning. Our drivers are bilingual, reliable and punctual professionals. During the trip, you can enjoy the natural beauty of the country, and our drivers will be happy to show you all that Costa Rica has to offer.

Private Transfer From Liberia Airport to Hotel Arco Iris

Private Transfer From Liberia Airport to Hotel Arco Iris

$22$21

"You have come to the right place; we are your best choice, reliable and convenient. We offer quality door-to-door transportation service at a fair price. We are available 24/7. If you have questions or need help, you can contact us. We are committed to provide safety and punctuality to our passengers. With more than 10 years of experience, our affordable service and friendly staff take the hassle out of navigating Costa Rica's difficult road system. Our vans and buses are very comfortable, state-of-the-art. and fully insured. We offer large or small coaches for different travel needs. Our driver will be waiting for you at the airport with a sign with your name on it, which will make your meeting easier. We are here to help you! "Before, during and after your trip."

Private Transportation From Liberia Airport To Potrero Beach

Private Transportation From Liberia Airport To Potrero Beach

Private Transfer from Liberia Airport to Mangroove Hotel

45 minutesFree Cancellation

Private Transfer from Liberia Airport to Hotel Luna Llena

Private Transfer From Liberia Airport to Swiss Captain

Private Transfer from Liberia Airport to Tamarindo Diría

$24$23

You have come to the right place; we are your best, reliable and convenient choice. We offer a quality door-to-door shuttle service at a fair price. We are available 24/7. If you have questions or need help, you can contact us. We are committed to providing safety and punctuality to our passengers. Our affordable service and friendly staff take the hassle out of navigating Costa Rica’s difficult road system. Our vans and buses are very comfortable, latest model and fully insured. We offer large or small coaches for different travel needs. We're here to help! Before, during and after your trip.

Private Transportation From Riu Guanacaste To Arenal la Fortuna

Private Transportation From Riu Guanacaste To Arenal la Fortuna

"You have come to the right place; we are your best, reliable and convenient choice. We offer a quality door-to-door shuttle service at a fair price. We are available 24/7. If you have questions or need help, you can contact us. We are committed to providing safety and punctuality to our passengers. With over 10 years of experience, our affordable service and friendly staff take the hassle out of navigating Costa Rica’s difficult road system. Our vans and buses are very comfortable, latest model and fully insured. We offer large or small coaches for different travel needs. Whether you want to explore the wonderful beaches, travel to visit friends and family, or for your business trips, our driver will be waiting for you at the airport with a sign bearing your name, making it easy to meet you. We're here to help! "Before, during and after your trip."

Private Transportation From Andaz Papagayo And Arenal Volcano

4 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

Private Transfer From Liberia Airport to Swiss Captain

Private Transfer from Liberia Airport to Palapa in Tamarindo

$24$23

Private excursion to La Leona waterfall from Papagayo peninsula

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

$636$604

Discover the excitement of surfing at Tamarindo Beach with a personalized experience designed around your skill level. Our professional bilingual instructors provide handson guidance throughout the lesson, helping you feel comfortable and confident in the water while learning the techniques that make surfing enjoyable. Beginners can learn the fundamentals step by step, while experienced surfers can focus on improving their balance, paddling, positioning, and wave riding technique. You will spend plenty of time in the ocean practicing what you learn rather than simply watching a demonstration. With surf equipment, transportation, safety procedures, and Tamarindo's beautiful Pacific coastline as your setting, this experience combines professional instruction, personalized attention, and the thrill of catching your own waves. Whether you are trying surfing for the first time or looking to improve your skills, it is a fun and memorable way to experience Costa Rica from the water.

Surf Lessons at Tamarindo Beach

4 hoursFree Cancellation

$170$161

Trade the beach for the misty treetops of the Monteverde Cloud Forest on this full-day adventure from Guanacaste, one of Costa Rica's top bucket-list experiences. At Selvatura Park, soar through the canopy on an exciting zipline course, then slow down on the hanging bridges trail, walking high above the forest floor while your bilingual guide helps you spot birds, monkeys, sloths and rare cloud forest plants. Finish at the Butterfly Garden, home to dozens of colorful native species. Hotel pickup, air-conditioned transportation, all admission fees, a typical Costa Rican lunch and bottled water are included. Kids' discounts make it a great family day trip from Playa Hermosa, Playas del Coco, Papagayo and Liberia.

Monteverde Cloud Forest Zipline & Hanging Bridges from Guanacaste

Monteverde Cloud Forest Zipline & Hanging Bridges from Guanacaste

10 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Explore the stunning Arenal Volcano on this immersive natural history hike, designed for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers. As you trek through a private reserve, witness the diverse wildlife, including sloths, monkeys, and a variety of colorful birds. Expert naturalist guides will share insights about the volcano's eruptions and geological history, enriching your understanding of this iconic landmark. With breathtaking views of the surrounding landscapes and Lake Arenal, this 2.5-hour hike is a perfect opportunity for photographers and nature lovers alike. Enjoy included transportation from La Fortuna hotels, making it a hassle-free experience. - Discover the exclusive trails of Arenal Volcano’s private reserve - Learn from knowledgeable guides about the area's history and wildlife - Perfect for families, adventure seekers, and photographers - Duration: 2.5 hours; transportation included from most La Fortuna hotels

Arenal Volcano Natural History Hike in La Fortuna

Arenal Volcano Natural History Hike in La Fortuna

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Enjoy a premium private round-trip transfer between Liberia Airport (LIR) and Tamarindo with Black Car CR. Liberia Airport to Tamarindo private transportation offers direct door-to-door service, professional bilingual drivers, real-time flight tracking, and personalized airport meet-and-greet. Travel in a comfortable, professional and reliable journey to one of Costa Rica's most popular beach destinations. Whether you're staying at a resort, boutique hotel, Airbnb, or private villa, your private Tamarindo airport transfer is designed to provide a seamless travel experience from arrival to departure Private round-trip transportation between Liberia Airport (LIR) and Tamarindo Exclusive vehicle reserved only for your group Flight monitoring for delayed or early arrivals Personalized airport meet-and-greet Professional bilingual driver Luxury SUV or executive van Complimentary bottled water Direct hotel, resort, Airbnb, or villa drop-off. No shared shuttles, no unnecessary stops

Black Car Transportation from Liberia Airport to Tamarindo

1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

Feel the Earth — Barefoot in the Sand A 100% electric E-ATV experience through hidden beaches and coastal trails of Costa Rica’s Northern Pacific. Glide in silence across exclusive shores—Puerto Viejo, Playa Real, Bahía de los Piratas, Roble, Pedregosa, and Minas—where nature reveals stories few ever witness. No noise. No emissions. Just sand, ocean, and the pure essence of the Earth.

Electric ATV: Beach Explorers

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Just 20 km north of Liberia, winding through sugarcane fields and hills with the Rincón de la Vieja Volcano as your backdrop, a hidden gem awaits along the dust and nature. Sit in the tube and relax, floating by the river, hear the flowing water, watch birds fly, and see fish dance around you. Explore the river, look around. Afterward, we will walk to another pool and a small waterfall at the end of the small water canyon. Play with a rope and jump into the river. Next, drive to the Leona Waterfall hike. Take a short ride in a pickup truck to the trailhead, then embark on a 1.5-hour round-trip hike to discover the hidden waterfall at the end of a box canyon. After the hike, enjoy a traditional Costa Rican lunch at a local restaurant in the town of Curubanda. Finally, drive to the majestic Llanos del Cortes Waterfall. Spend the afternoon swimming in the large pool at the base of the waterfall, soaking in the beauty of this natural wonder.

Tubbing, cliff jumping & waterfall tour at Rincón de la Vieja.

6 hoursFree Cancellation

$145$138

UNICO Luxury 1-Hour Boat Tour and Flamingo

1 hourFree Cancellation

$30$29

Enjoy an incredible adventure with ATV Tours with Fidel from the JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort Costa Rica, in just one day you will be filled with adventure flying over the trees on the best zipline in Guanacaste. The Mega Combo consists of several activities, all in the same place. Let me explain to you how these activities are organized: it starts with the zip line, then you will learn about our cultural traditions, history, and art. You will enjoy coffee with bread and homemade donuts, and then ride a horse and slide down water slides, not forgetting the typical lunch. In the afternoon, after lunch, he will take a tractor for 15 minutes and walk along a trail where you will visit a spectacular waterfall. An experience of absolute relaxation awaits you in the thermal waters and volcanic mud baths in the jungle of Costa Rica.

Mega Combo Tour at JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort

Mega Combo Tour at JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Just 1 hour from Liberia Airport, discover one of Costa Rica’s best viewpoints on an unforgettable adventure: cross an imposing suspension bridge, explore stunning canyons, marvel at a hidden waterfall and gaze at three spectacular viewpoints on the heights of Miravalles volcano. Enjoy the sighting of local flora and fauna in a unique natural environment. I lived through the experience... don't be told!

Miravalles Unique : Viewpoints, waterfall and suspension bridge in Bagaces

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

We offer a private transportation service for you and your group. We are your best option: reliable and convenient. We guarantee safety and punctuality for our passengers. We have extensive experience and connections throughout Costa Rica. Our drivers will wait for you in the arrivals hall with a sign bearing your name. We are here to help you at all times, before, during and after your trip! We offer a quality, convenient, safe, flexible service with a fair price, without surprises. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The vehicles used for transportation are well maintained and equipped with air conditioning. Our drivers are bilingual, reliable and punctual professionals. During the trip, you will be able to enjoy the natural beauty of the country, and our drivers will be happy to show you everything that Costa Rica has to offer.

Private Transportation from Liberia Airport to Las Catalinas

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

private transfer Liberia Airport to Playa Guiones Guanacaste

2 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

$40$38

1 Hour Jetski Rental in Papagayo

1 hourFree Cancellation

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What are people saying about Guanacaste and Northwest

Sloth Watching, Coffee, Chocolate & Waterfall from Guanacaste

Jen_M, Oct 2026

Coffee and Chocolate and Sloths OH MY!

This is one of the best tour guides we’ve ever had. Nana was so knowledgeable, warm and bubbly, and wanted to ensure we saw everything we were wanting to see. The tour was great. We couldn’t swim at the water fall but it was still great and totally didn’t take away from anything we did that day. We never felt rushed, took our time everywhere, took lots of pictures, and had a calm drive there and back. It was farther than we expected so of you are on the Pacific Coast, expect 2 hours in the car. That isn’t a complaint, it was exciting to see the country, That was just something we didn’t expect.

Adventure in Volcano Combo Tour! - Zip Line, Waterfall, Hot Springs and More

Kristen_V, Sep 2026

One of the best days of our lives!

We had such an amazing experience on our excursion in Costa Rica! Our tour guide, Bernie, was absolutely incredible from start to finish. He was extremely knowledgeable about Costa Rica, the wildlife, the history, and the area, and he made the entire experience both fun and educational. Most importantly, we always felt safe and well taken care of. Bernie was attentive, helpful, and went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed and were comfortable throughout the entire excursion. You could truly tell how passionate he is about what he does and how much he genuinely cares about giving people a great experience. Bernie made the excursion even more memorable for us, and we are so grateful we had him as our guide. If you’re considering this excursion, we highly recommend it—and if you get Bernie as your guide, you’re in for an amazing experience! We would absolutely do this again! 🇨🇷❤️

Volcano Hike, Waterfall Swim & Hot Springs Combo on Rincon de la Vieja

GIROLAMO_F, Sep 2026

Vulcano tour

I'm so happy that i booked this tour, the views were amazing, we hike for about 2 hours and enjoying everything inside the rain and dry forest. Spot a few birds, it was raining on off so i suggesting to bring a rain jacket..the view from up there are spectacular about 2000 feet high. After that we went to the water fall ( but we couldn't swim because of the rain) had a delicious lunch in a local restaurant with different options of food😋 and finally relaxed at the hot springs and take a bath with the volcanic mud,the water is so hot. Our guide was prepared and explained us everything about the tour, and also our driver Frank did a good job. I high recommend it 👌

ATV or Buggy Guided Tour from Tamarindo, Conchal or RIU Hotels

Joscilynn_K, Sep 2026

We had such a fun time on...

We had such a fun time on our ATV tour! Gustavo was our guide, and he was absolutely great. He was funny, easy to talk to, and made us feel comfortable from the beginning. The whole experience was relaxed and fun, and he made sure we were having a good time throughout the entire ride. We got to stop at two beautiful beaches, stop at a restaurant, and enjoy some drinks along the way. It was such a fun way to explore Costa Rica and see more of the area. It actually started raining during our ride, but honestly, that just made the experience even more memorable! We didn’t let the rain stop us from having a great time. 😂 I would definitely recommend this ATV tour to anyone visiting Costa Rica! Gustavo was an awesome guide, and the combination of riding, beautiful beach stops, good food, drinks, and lots of laughs made this an experience we won’t forget. If you’re looking for something fun and adventurous to do, definitely add this to your Costa Rica itinerary! 🇨🇷❤️

La Fortuna: ATV Adventure Through Rainforest & Volcano Views

Wes_C, Sep 2026

Very fun, very safe, a little bit stinky

This was great! After a short safety briefing and a practice trip around a short track, you head out following the guide for a 2 hour jaunt through the forest, going over some pretty rough and muddy terrain. The ATVs are easy to control and can get up to a decent speed, and as long as you're being reasonably responsible, are perfectly safe -- we didn't feel like we were ever in danger of losing control or flipping the vehicle. There's a stop about halfway through at the river to stretch your legs, get wet if you want to, and have a quick snack, before you head back. There are some long stretches where you're driving on paved roads, which I found to be less fun than the muddy, rutted tracks in the forest, but overall this was a good time that I would do again. Two things to note: the description says there's an optional volcanic mud mask at the river, but our guide never mentioned it (not that I would have done it; the mud is not particularly inviting). Also, they provide helmets, but the helmets get quite warm and sweaty, and as a result they smell pretty bad. You get used to it (my partner has a delicate sense of smell and was fine) but it is a bit unpleasant in the beginning.

Timarouba Catamaran Sunset Cruise with Open Bar Lunch& Snorkeling

Jennifer_W, Aug 2026

Great views, fun excursion

This was a fun sunset cruise. The views from the catamaran were amazing and we enjoyed the stop to snorkel and eat lunch. It was a little scary that the open bar was available prior to snorkeling, but all’s well that ends well? The boat guides were super nice and laid back - made for a very enjoyable afternoon.

Costa Rica Guanacaste Airport ( LIR )Private Arrival Transfer

KR_T, Aug 2026

We opted to do this...

We opted to do this arrival and departure. Arrival was a little hectic without having telephone service as soon as you arrive. However people who work at the airport were very helpful. Once communicated with driver everything was smooth. Departure was great driver arrived at the hotel early and we had a smooth ride to the airport.

Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth Sanctuary & Llanos de Cortes Waterfall Tour

Simone_C, Jul 2026

Rio Celeste, Sloths and Cortez Waterfalls

Kevin and Kristian we're very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable guides who made the tour fun and interesting. It was very well organized, the guide in the sloth sanctuary was very good and discovered lots of animals which he helped us photograph through the binoculars. The lunch location was well selected, the food delicious. Highly recommended!

5-Hour Guided Sunset Boat Tour in Tamarindo Costa Rica

Mason_C, Jul 2026

It’s incredible! Luis and...

It’s incredible! Luis and the crew are really attentive to your needs and are always making sure you’re comfortable. We mentioned we didn’t drink and they were very attentive to that and made sure all of our pina coladas and margaritas didn’t have alcohol. They have lots of alternative options. The private beach and dinner were phenomenal! We were in paradise the whole time.

Sunset Catamaran & Snorkeling Tour in Playa Flamingo

Devo_M, Jul 2026

We went on a sunset...

We went on a sunset catamaran tour in Playa Flamingo on Tuesday 7/2/2026. Despite the not so Ideal weather for a sunset cruise, the atmosphere on board was relaxing, fun, and perfectly organized. A special thank you to our amazing Lazy Lizard crew, who made the experience even more memorable. They were friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable, making everyone feel welcome from the moment we stepped on board. Their enthusiasm and excellent service created a fantastic experience for all guests.

Blue Dolphin - Public Catamaran Tour - Tamarindo

Paige_D, Apr 2026

Great Experience!

We had a great catamaran experience with our two boys (18 and 15)! The boat ride itself was awesome, and during the stop you have the option to stay on the boat, snorkel near the reef, or head up to the beach. We chose to snorkel and saw a stingray near the sandy shoreline, lots of puffer fish, sea cucumbers, colorful tropical fish, and even an eel! The tour guides were very kind and the music was enjoyable and not too loud, which we appreciated. Lunch was very good, and the homemade banana bread was absolutely outstanding! It was quite wavy on our trip and a couple of other travelers did end up getting seasick but the crew was quick to respond and very helpful to them. Great excursion!

Catamaran Snorkel Sunset Cruise from Tamarindo or Playas del Coco

Vance_E, Feb 2026

Wonderful experience! The...

Wonderful experience! The only potential downside is if someone doesn’t like crowds, the boat can get a fair amount of people on there, which can also add to the fun, but if you want a more private experience than that might be a distraction. Food was good, beautiful surroundings, saw sea turtle, and humpback whale!