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Join this small group tour that takes you on a guided adventure though canyons where you’ll hike, swim, and explore until you reach La Leona Waterfall, deep in the canyon. The tour starts with convenient pickup near Guanacaste in an air-conditioned vehicle. Relax until you reach the start of your adventure, and then enjoy the natural beauty.
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La Leona Waterfall Guided Tour+Transportation
7 hours
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Go off the beaten path literally on this half-day, guided, ATV excursion. Learn about your four-wheeler and how to drive from your guide and then drive into the forest near Tamarindo. Pass through tropical rainforest seeing vegetation, monkeys, and iguana and ascend the trail to take in panoramic views from the top of the mountain. Cool off with a swims at hidden gems: Playa Minas and Playa Pirata.
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3 Hour ATV Secluded Beach Tour from Tamarindo, Flamingo, Conchal & Grande
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Explore with us an atv tamarind jungle experience in which you will live an authentic experience that combines adrenaline, nature and breathtaking landscapes.our tour offers a two-hour tour in fully automatic and modern atvs, designed to ensure comfort and safety, ideal for both beginners and experts.during the route, mountain paths are traveled that take you to hidden beaches of white sand and crystal clear waters, which are perfect to enjoy the tranquility and natural beauty of the area.
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ATV Tour on Secret Beaches and Mountains in Tamarindo
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Grab your passport and head over the border for a full-day tour of Nicaragua’s highlights from Costa Rica. Start with a scenic Nicaraguan breakfast and then take in the views from Catarina Volcano. Visit the active Masaya Volcano and stand near the crater. Explore the colonial town of Granada, where you can marvel over the historic architecture and admire views from La Merced Church, followed by a delicious lunch of typical Nicaraguan cuisine. Finally, set sail across Lake Nicaragua for a scenic cruise.
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Nicaragua Full Day Tour from Costa Rica
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Explore and swim under the Rio Celeste and Llanos de Cortés waterfalls, without the pressure of getting there on your own, with this group activity package. Enjoy a seamless experience that covers your itinerary, optional transportation, park fees, and lunch, meaning you can relax and immerse yourself in the day's activities. Along with the waterfalls, hike through Tenorio Volcano National Park and visit a sloth sanctuary.
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Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth Sanctuary & Llanos de Cortes Waterfall Tour
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Head to the rainforest from Tamarindo on this private all-day excursion with a naturalist guide. Head to the impressive Rio Celeste waterfall and go tubing down the river, stopping along the way to swim. Feast on a local lunch and then return on a route to spot wildlife, including colored frogs, monkeys, and sloths. Plus, stop to admire the Tree of Peace, which is more than 400 years old.
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Rio Celeste Combo: River Tubing+Blue Waterfall+Exotic Wildlife
10 to 11 hours
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Explore Costa Rica's rainforests whilst getting a dose of adrenaline during this group activity package. Enjoy a comphrensive experience that includes logistics, lunch, and activities, allowing you to relax and fully immerse yourself in the day. Go ziplining and river tubing, and unwind in natural hot springs and volcanic mud baths afterwards.
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Guachipelin Adventure Volcano Zipline River Tubing Combo
8 to 12 hours
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Go off-roading while riding next to a friend on a UTV tour along Costa Rica’s Pacific coast. Depart from Playa Flamingo or Tamarindo after a safety briefing and driving instruction from your guide. Cruise along dirt tracks that run through jungle and streams where you might spot wildlife such as monkey, birds, and iguanas. Suitable for all levels of experience, this tour offers an exhilarating way to discover Guanacaste.
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UTV Side By Side Off Road Tour Tamarindo Beach & Flamingo Beach
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This private tour is the perfect option for those who want to experience it all without the need for extensive hiking. The hike to Llanos de Cortes waterfall is just a 5-minute walk, and visiting the chocolate and coffee plantation, as well as the sloths and wildlife park, does not require strenuous hiking; it simply involves a stroll through the jungle. Rest assured, you will still be able to enjoy the beauty of these attractions effortlessly, as we have curated a selection of the most stunning sights for your convenience. During the tour, you will explore the rainforest, learn about the cultivation of chocolate and coffee beans, and admire the diverse array of animals. By the end of this private tour, you will have the opportunity to sample chocolate and coffee, marvel at the beauty of the rainforest, savor a delicious meal, and observe butterflies, sloths, toucans, and waterfalls.
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Coffee & Chocolate Tour+Sloths Park & Llanos de Cortez Waterfall
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Trek deep into the canyons of Rincon de la Vieja Volcano to reach the impressive La Leona waterfall on this private, guided day tour. The tour starts with a convenient pickup, and then you’re on your way. You’ll take an intermediate-level hike along Rio Blanco, where you’ll pass by caves in order to reach your ultimate destination, La Leona waterfall.
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Hiking Tour of La Leona Waterfall with Lunch
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Our destination is the Tenorio - Miravalles Biological Corridor, part of the Guanacaste Mountain Range, wich is caressed by the winds of the two oceanic slopes of Costa Rica. You will be explore the extensive biodiversity by taking a leisurely hike and observing various wildlife such as two types of sloths. Costa Rican coffee is among the top five coffees in the world, and we will show it's production process - from fruit to a cup of coffee prepared by your hands. Chocolate is part of the culture and economy of this wonderful county and our expert guide will show you the process in an artesanal way. We will enjoy a delicious typical lunch surrounded by butterflies to regain energy, and on the way back, we stop an at exotic waterfall where you can swim and relax your mind, body, and soul.
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Cultural Tour: Waterfall swim+Coffee&Chocolate Tour+Sloth trail
6 to 7 hours
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Discover the incredible birds and biodiversity of Palo Verde National Park on this boat tour with lunch. Spot native wildlife such as crocodiles, iguanas, monkeys, and a colorful parade of bird species during a 1-hour and 20 minutes cruise down the Tempisque River led by a naturalist guide. Afterward, discuss your sightings with fellow travelers over a traditional Costa Rican lunch at a local restaurant.
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Palo Verde Boat Safari
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An eco-friendly way to get around Tamarindo is this electric golf cart with either 4 or 6 seats! The rental office is centrally located, or the operators are happy to come and collect you or deliver the cart to you. The carts have long extension cords so they are easy to charge anywhere, and they are fully equipped with all the gear you need for maintenance.
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4 Seat Golf Cart Rental Tamarindo, Langosta & JW Marriott/Pinilla
1 to 14 days
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Get the most out of your time in Costa Rica with this all-day guided tour filled with activities near the Rincon de la Vieja volcano. Choose to soar through the trees on a series of ziplines and platforms, go hiking and spot wildlife at the foot of a volcano, take a horseback ride through the forest, soak in a natural hot spring, and much more. A buffet lunch is included in the price.
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Super Combo: 7 activities in 1 day + Natural hot springs.
10 hours
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Costa Rice is known for its lush scenery and incredible biodiversity, but you need your own transportation to get off the beaten track and find the most scenic locations. On this multi-stop full-day tour, soak up Guanacaste’s nature as you visit Tenorio Volcano National Park and Celeste River, and get a peek at slow-moving sloths.
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Rio Celeste, Sloth Watching & Waterfall Rainforest Experience
8 to 10 hours
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Get off the beaten path and discover what Costa Rica is famous for—its natural beauty. Discover the Guanacaste region's hidden gems and diverse wildlife as you zip through the jungle canopy on seven exhilarating ziplines at Monkey Jungle. Then, head back to the starting point by ATV to end your exciting adventure.
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ATV Zipline Tour from Tamarindo or Flamingo
3 hours 30 minutes
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WHITE WATER RAFT III & IV LEVEL CLASS Small groups A beautiful river that rises at Guanacaste volcanoes mountain range, it’s pure and white water makes it the best river on Guanacaste area for rafting. You can combine almost 7 miles of rapids with magnificent landscapes surrounded by tropical forest. No experience required but good effort needed it on this world famous class III and IV white water rafting. This challenging river will take the energy out of you, that's why we have a lunch on the river. Our staff will make you feel confident and our modern and certified equipment will let you mount the rapids smoothly. *** CHILDREN MUST BE 12 YEARS OLD TO DO THE TOUR*** *** SMALL GROUPS RAFTING TOUR*** What to bring: Passport copy, tennis shoes or strap sandals (No flip flops), towels, extra clothes, bug spray, sun block, hat, waterproof camera and cash for extras. Included: guide, a/c van, bottle water, fruit juice, lunch on the river as chicken sandwich, turkey.
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Tenorio White Water Rafting Level III & IV Class
8 to 9 hours
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Combine zipline adventure, horseback riding, and hot springs relaxation into one tour with this private excursion, which includes transportation from your Tamarindo hotel. Head to the Guanacaste area for ziplining through the jungle, visit the Rincón de la Vieja volcano, sample local coffee and cuisine, go horseback riding, try your hand at pottery, and relax in hot springs, all in just one action-packed day.
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Tamarindo: Private Zipline, Horse Riding, and Hot Springs Tour
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Exchange the sun and surf for a high-flying adventure in the misty Monteverde Cloud Forest on this full-day combo tour. Fly through the forest canopy on a 15-cable zipline course with an optional Tarzan swing, and slow down for a closer look at Monteverde's rich biodiversity while walking through the treetops along hanging bridges. In between adventures, refuel with a typical Costa Rican lunch (select tours only).
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Zipline & Guided Hanging Bridges Tour in Monteverde Cloud Forest
12 hours
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This tour is for you, if you are looking for an authentic Costa Rican beach tour, naturally and comfortably. In our spacious air-conditioned tourism bus, take an excursion to local towns, wonderful landscapes, impressive waterfall, wildlife, exotic beaches and refreshing sparking. Pick-up and drop-off in Tamarindo, Flamingo, and the Papagayo area.
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Exotic Beaches Excursion & Waterfall Swim (half day)
6 to 7 hours
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Explore a landscape of waterfalls, hot springs, and mud baths on a full-day, private tour from Tamarindo that takes you across hanging bridges and into steaming water. The private format means you’ll never be rushed—you set the pace for a day that’s all about natural wonders. Door-to-door transport makes planning a breeze, too, so you can simply enjoy the day.
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Tamarindo: Private Waterfall and Hot Springs Tour with Mud Baths
10 to 11 hours
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Hanging Bridges: Walk around 3 kilometers above the tree-tops or canopy trees in 5 suspension bridges as well on the trails. It allow a vision of the forest from a different perspective which start with a walk on the ground taking you up to explore the treetops. Tour duration: 2 hours Sloth Sanctuary tour the sloth, one of Costa Rica´s most iconic animals in a carefully designed exhibit that replicates their natural habitat and that is home to 20 sleepy, slow-moving, tree-dwelling individuals. This is the sanctuary where time takes on a new meaning and invites quiet contemplation of these mammals. Enjoy a guided tour of the exhibit to learn about this emblematic species, its habits, and why it doesn´t go anywhere very quickly. Tour duration: 45 minutes Butterfly Garden stunning butterfly garden is one of the largest on the continent. At 300ft long and 90ft wide, with a huge 50ft dome ceiling, the giant garden is host to 50 species of butterflies. Tour duration: 45 minutes
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Monteverde Sloth sanctuary, Hanging Bridges, Butterflies garden
4 hours
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Your day starts with pickup in northwest Costa Rica, an early start puts more of Nicaragua within reach. A guide will take care of all the red tape, ensuring you won’t need to deal with passports, visas, or other border-crossing logistics. The first stop in Nicaragua is Catarina Viewpoint (Mirador de Catarina), where you’ll have time to savor views of Lake Apoyo (Laguna de Apoyo), Lake Nicaragua (Lago de Nicaragua), and Mombacho Volcano. Next, do some souvenir shopping and enjoy an included Nicaraguan lunch at Masaya Crafts Market. A stop at Masaya Volcano National Park gives you up-close views of an active volcano before you visit the Granada Cathedral (Catedral de Granada) in the country’s best-preserved historic center. An included sunset boat ride on Lake Nicaragua features a stop at wildlife-filled Monkey Island and is timed to catch beautiful light on the lake’s hundreds of islands. The itinerary order may vary depending on arrival times, and it is not wheelchair accessible.
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Nicaragua Full Day Experience from Costa Rica
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We will enjoy the landscapes of our villages of their beautiful beaches and animals, you would live an excellent experience with us.
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Horseback Riding tours in Brasilito
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