Top Tamarindo Hiking Tours

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.

Explore the wild volcanic landscapes of the Rincon de la Vieja National Park with the support of a guide on this group hike. Let your guide lead the way, as you trek through jungle and keep a lookout for wildlife along the way. Enjoy an experience that not only includes a guide, but also lunch, park entry fees, transportation (if selected), and a refreshing soak in hot springs after the hike.

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.

Discover Tamarindo's natural surroundings after dark on a small-group night walk focused on the area's nocturnal wildlife. As the forest comes alive while the village winds down, specialized multilingual guides help you spot animals and uncover the hidden activity that is easy to miss during the day. The smaller group creates a more personal way to experience the jungle, while provided headlights make it easy to focus on the wildlife around you.

Costa Rica is famed for its jungle scenery, but to get off the beaten track, a guide and transportation and essential. Escape the bustle of Liberia on this half-day adventure tour to La Leona Waterfall. Hike through lush rainforest, swim in crystal-clear canyon waters, and cross rivers deep in the jungle. Lunch and bottled water are included, so you can skip the logistics and focus on the experience.

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.

Tamarindo - Playa Minas, this is one of the most important nesting places in Costa Rica, a high number of turtles sail to this place from October to March. Get away from the usual and come and live this amazing experience alongside sea turtles, there is the opportunity to see from baby turtles, to three different types, this is one of the most intimate nature experiences one can have.

Enjoy the most amazing tour in a magical rainforest. Our private luxury tours offer a fully customizable service, featuring a private thermal mineral pool with a waterfall cascading directly into it—exclusively for you, your family, or even as a venue for small groups. As a complement, the tour also includes a guided walk through the rainforest to discover waterfalls, natural pools, and our treetop observatory. Or simply relax and enjoy your private pool with your family or companions. Lunch and dessert are included. Our private luxury tours offer two options: SPA TOUR: • Visit to our luxury Spa Thermal Pool • Bottle of wine and snack platter • Access to 2 waterfalls • Special spa lunch at La Casona • Option to book a body massage in the pool (requires at least 4 days’ advance notice) JAGUAR TOUR: • Visit to Jaguar Pool, our most pristine pool • Bottle of champagne per couple • Access to 2 waterfalls • Double snack platter • Chef-designed Jaguar Menu (lunch can be served by the pool)

Take this private full day waterfall experience in Curubande where you can do some tubing, cliff jumping, swimming, cave exploring, hiking, and enjoy a delicious lunch, too. You’ll have a few stops today, including the Rio Blanco, La Leona Waterfall, Curubande town for a local casado lunch, and the Llanos de Cortes waterfalls for cliff jumping and swimming.

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.

Unlike standard group excursions, this is a fully private all-inclusive rainforest day created exclusively for your party, with personalized timing, exclusive transportation, and a professional bilingual guide from pickup to drop-off. In one seamless journey from Guanacaste, you will experience Costa Rica’s most sought-after nature highlights together: a seasonal waterfall, guided hanging bridges, exceptional sloth spotting in a protected habitat, and authentic coffee and chocolate tastings — all without crowded buses, rushed schedules, or multiple bookings. Every detail is handled for you, including resort pickup, entrance fees, lunch, refreshments, and flexible pacing, allowing you to enjoy a true one-on-one wildlife experience in total comfort.

Enjoy an afternoon and evening on the water from Tamarindo on a well-equipped catamaran cruise. Set sail from Tamarindo in the early afternoon, timed so you catch the sunset later on. Sit back and admire the views of the Guanacaste coast or get active using the included kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and snorkel equipment. Includes lunch—with vegetarian options—and an open bar.

Glide through the Tamarindo estuary on a covered boat and spot American crocodiles, howler monkeys and dozens of bird species with a certified naturalist guide. - See American crocodiles up close from a safe, covered boat - Spot howler monkeys, iguanas, crabs and colorful birds - Learn about mangrove life from a certified naturalist guide - Relax with fresh fruit and water during a 2-hour boat ride

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.

Swap sandy beaches for soaring peaks on this full-day tour of the Miravalles volcano from Playa Flamingo. Witness the effects of one of Guanacaste's most active volcanoes as you pass bubbling mud pots, smoking geysers and sulfur springs, and enjoy the rare opportunity to soak in a volcanic mud bath and natural hot springs. After lunch (included), embark on an exhilarating hike along lush rainforest trails and rugged volcanic terrain, stopping to cool off with a swim beneath natural waterfalls.

Part of what makes Costa Rica a destination for ecotourism is its extensive coastlines. Explore the waters off Guanacaste aboard the Blue Dolphin, a 40-foot catamaran that slices through the surf and offers a fully stocked bar, paddle boards and kayaks for your enjoyment. Breathe in the salt spray and keep a lookout for dolphins, turtles, whales, and spectacular coastal views.

Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Costa Rica, where you'll experience our incredible flora and fauna in their natural habitat. Learn about our rich culture and discover the fascinating process behind our world-famous coffee. You'll also have the chance to relax and swim at a breathtaking waterfall, creating unforgettable memories in one of the country's most beautiful settings. This is the perfect experience for nature lovers and anyone looking to enjoy the authentic Costa Rica.

Ride a fully automatic ATV through Guanacaste's tropical dry forest, spot howler monkeys and iguanas, and stop at 2-3 secluded beaches for a refreshing swim. - Drive easy, fully automatic ATVs, perfect for first-time riders - Swim at 2-3 secluded white-sand beaches on the Pacific coast - Spot howler monkeys, iguanas, birds and horses along the trails - Visit Playa Bahia los Piratas, a beach where sea turtles nest

Leave the beach behind to experience the best of Rincon de la Vieja National Park on this dual hiking and tubing adventure from the Guanacaste area. Walk down the Las Pailas Trail with a guide to see bubbling geothermal activity and wildlife like howler monkeys and iguanas, and then change into your swimsuit for a tubing trip down the Rio Negro.  This tour includes all transportation, activities, and meals as per itinerary.

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).

"On this tour we offer a unique and unforgettable experience, ideal for those who want to explore the best of Rincón de la Vieja. We will enjoy an exciting hike along the fascinating volcanic trails of the National Park, where you can appreciate the incredible biodiversity and geothermal landscapes. The visit to the impressive La Oropéndola Waterfall will be a moment of connection with nature, with the option to refresh ourselves in its crystalline waters. After going for a delicious buffet lunch with typical Costa Rican dishes, we will recharge our batteries to enjoy the next destination: the relaxing hot springs of Río Negro, where we can also enjoy volcanic mud baths. All this accompanied by a personalized service and comfortable and modern transportation. This is the perfect option for those looking to combine adventure and nature in a complete experience, we are going to have a PURA VIDA time."

Set sail on the big blue Pacific with this deluxe catamaran cruise from Tamarindo. Sunbathe on the spacious deck and stop to swim and snorkel in the warm tropical waters. Enjoy lunch freshly prepared onboard by an attentive crew, and stay hydrated with unlimited drinks from an open bar. Cruise back into port just as the sun is setting for a memorable end to another day in paradise.

Get off the beaten path in Tamarindo on a kayak tour to Las Baulas National Marine Park. Latin America's largest mangrove estuary is only accessible by water, so you're sure to escape the crowds. No kayaking experience is necessary, as a nature guide shows you the basics and leads you on a peaceful paddle and hike to spot native Costa Rican wildlife like howler monkeys, iguanas, and exotic birds.