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Explore the trails of Diria National Park with a biologist or naturalist guide on a private tour that’s tailored to you—with the option to choose a nature loop or a hike through tropical hardwood forest. Provided binoculars let you get an up-close look at the wildlife in a park home to monkeys, coatis, and big cats. And the private format means you can go at your own pace.
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Diria National Park: Private Naturalist-Led Hiking Experience
5 to 6 hours
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Support a local family-run eco-tourism project when you book this private day tour for you and your party. You won’t be fighting crowds or be herded in a large tour group. Instead, you’ll have personalized attention on the hike, where your guide will point out sloths, monkeys, and more. Then you’ll get to tour a small chocolate factory, and have a few samples too.
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Hornillas hot springs- mud bath-Horses or tractor-waterfalls hike
3 hours
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Experience several of Costa Rica's highlights in one private, leisurely paced excursion. Visit a coffee and chocolate plantation, stroll through a wildlife park, and take in the rainforest before cooling off at Llanos de Cortés Waterfall. Along the way, learn about local cultivation, sample local exports, enjoy a meal, and look for wildlife including sloths, toucans, and butterflies. This curated itinerary seamlessly brings together the region's ultimate highlights.
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Coffee & Chocolate Tour+Sloths Park & Llanos de Cortez Waterfall
8 hours
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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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First of all, our airport shuttle service is completely reliable and punctual. We know that arriving at the airport on time is essential for any trip, so our team of experienced drivers will make sure to get you to your destination on time, ensuring that you won't miss your flight. Our vehicles are equipped with the latest amenities to ensure that your trip is comfortable and safe. We also make sure that our vehicles are always clean and well maintained to provide the best experience possible. Of course, our airport shuttle service is also very accessible. We offer competitive and transparent pricing, so you never have to worry about hidden charges or nasty surprises at the end of your trip. In short, our airport transportation service is reliable, convenient, comfortable, safe, and affordable. If you are looking for an easy and stress-free way to get to the airport, our transportation service is the perfect option for you.
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Liberia Airport Private Transportation
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Getting to the popular Playa Conchal is made all the more fun with this off-road UTV tour from Tamarindo. Drive your own off-road vehicle down the rugged Guanacaste coast to reach Playa Conchal, and spend time snorkeling in the famously clear waters once you arrive. Return to Tamarindo on a different off-road path for a 2-for-1 off-road experience.
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UTV Buggy 4x4 Secluded Beach Tour from Tamarindo
2 hours 30 minutes
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If you’re looking for adventure in the Costa Rican rainforest you’ll love this full-day adventure in the Tenorio National Park. Wear some comfy shoes as you’ll be hiking for around 2–3 hours to reach the Rio Celeste Waterfall. Look out for birds and animals along the way, and learn about Costa Rica’s biodiversity from your guide. End with a rejuvenating local lunch at a butterfly farm and sloth sanctuary visit.
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Rio Celeste Waterfall Plus Sloths and wildlife Sanctuary
7 to 11 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
3 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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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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Experience a more authentic side of Costa Rica beyond the main resort areas on a private excursion through local towns, scenic landscapes, wildlife-rich surroundings, and beautiful beaches. Travel comfortably with your own private group while discovering a mix of coastal and inland scenery, with time to cool off at a refreshing waterfall. With lunch, drinks, and pickup and drop-off included, it’s an easy and personalized way to experience more of the region in a single outing.
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Exotic Beaches Excursion + Cool off in a waterfall (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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A seamless transition from Liberia Airport to your accommodation in Tamarindo awaits with this dedicated shuttle service. Travelers will appreciate the convenience of private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, where expert drivers prioritize safety and comfort. While journeying through the stunning landscapes of Guanacaste, enjoy personalized service with complimentary chance to pause for local snacks. Ideal for families, couples and solo adventurers alike, this shuttle ensures an stress-free start to your Costa Rican getaway. - Hassle-free pickup with a personalized sign for easy identification - Air-conditioned vehicles for a comfortable ride - Professional drivers offering safe and friendly service - Round trip options available for added convenience
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LIR Liberia Airport Shuttle to Tamarindo Hotels and Lodgings
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Discover Costa Rica’s wild side with an adrenaline-fuelled ATV tour and canopy tour from Flamingo Beach. 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.
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ATV & Canopy Tour From Flamingo Beach
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ZIP LINE TOUR: The zip line is the best in the area including rappel, tarzan swing or bounce in a rope, and rock climbing wall. Tour combine 8 different cables of pure adrenaline. Tour duration: 1 and a half hour ***IMPORTANT: MINIMUM AGE TO DO ZIP LINE ARE 4 YEARS OLD AND UP*** RIVER TUBING II & III LEVEL CLASS TOUR: River ride are 3 kilometers or 2 miles and has a great mix of rapids and ‘lazy’ parts where you can float and admire the scenery like a gorgeous waterfall at the beginning. Tour duration: 1 hour and a half IMPORTANT: MINIMUM AGE TO DO TUBING TOUR ARE 8 YEARS OLD AND UP. Hot springs tour & volcanic mud bath natural origin from an active volcano near by make you soak your skin and exfoliate into the minerals waters. Tour duration: 1 hour What to bring: Bathing suit, tennis shoes, water shoes (NO FLIP FOPS), bug spray, extra dry clothes and cash for extras.
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Guachipelin one day tour (zip line- horses- tubing-hot springs)
8 to 9 hours
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Walk into an enveloping cool mist covering mossy trails on this guided private tour of the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve. Hike along a series of hanging bridges and go birding, spotting the rare Resplendent Quetzal. At the butterfly garden, observe more than 14 different species of hummingbirds, and complete a ziplining tour of the forest and enjoy a unique vantage point.
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4 in 1 Monteverde Cloud Forest Private combo tour
8 to 12 hours
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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 ultimate adrenaline fix with this action-filled combo tour and spend a full day exploring the foothills of the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano. First, take to the treetops for an exhilarating canopy tour, complete with high-speed zip-lines, a Tarzan Swing and a climbing wall, then float down the Rio Colorado on a tube. After lunch (included), saddle up to complete your adventure with a scenic horseback ride through the forest, then finish with a relaxing mud wrap and soak in the hot springs.
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Combo tour: Tubing, Canopy and Hot Spring from Playa Flamingo
7 hours
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Learn more about the good work being done at the Diamante Sanctuary for rescued wildlife during a small-group walking tour. See many species it’s hard to find in the wild, including jaguars and pumas, as well as popular favorites such as sloths. After the sanctuary tour, get close-up demos of two of Costa Rica’s most important crops—coffee and chocolate—for a great overview of the Central American country’s highlights.
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Diamante Sanctuary Walking Tour with Chocolate and Coffee Demos
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Follow a professional team of captains and first mates into the open water where you'll have a chance to fly fish on this catch and release sport fishing tour. Make your way to Flamingo Beach, one of the area's top fishing attractions, then venture further afield, where water depths increase from 360 to 2000 feet. Fish for pacific sailfish, striped marlin, yellowfin and bigeye tuna on this fun-filled half-day on the water.
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Half-full Day Sport Fishing Tour from Flamingo Beach
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Explore the wild jungles of Guanacaste without the worry of getting lost on this private excursion. Start with a rainforest trek through Tenorio Volcano National Park, famous for the bright-blue Rio Celeste Waterfall. Then experience the excitement of spotting wild sloths in their natural environment at a private property where the adorable creatures congregate. Finally, visit a family farm where you can learn about Costa Rica's rich coffee- and chocolate-making traditions.
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Private Excursion to Tenorio Volcano Sloths and Coffee Experience
10 to 11 hours
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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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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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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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