Top Tamarindo Sightseeing Tours in 2026

There’s a good reason why Tamarindo is known as a top surf destination for beginners. In just one lesson, you can pop up on your board and ride a wave when you take a private or group lesson. Or, even upgrade to a 3-day mini-surf camp—the choice is yours when you book. No matter what you choose, hang easy knowing that all equipment and a qualified instructor are included with all packages.

Experience the thrill of navigating class III and IV white waters on this adrenaline-pumping tour of the Tenorio River. Get an up-close look at local wildlife as you paddle through raging rapids. Ideal for first-timers and experienced travelers alike. After the adrenaline rush, refuel with a Costa Rican lunch and enjoy included hotel pickup and drop-off.

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).

Experience several of Costa Rica's natural highlights on one private, leisurely-paced excursion—with a comprehensive itinerary saving you the hassle of combining separate tours and logistics. Visit a coffee and chocolate plantation, stroll through a wildlife park, take in the rainforest, and cool 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.

Sail into the sunset on this Tamarindo catamaran cruise aboard a comfortable 40-foot (12 meter) deck. Swim and snorkel as you enjoy the last rays of the afternoon at Playa Huevo—there’s a good chance you won’t see anyone else at the under-the-radar location—and then head back to Tamarindo while watching the sunset. Plus, an open bar means your cup is never empty.

Saddle up for a thrilling 2-hour horseback riding adventure from Playa Flamingo and soak up the scenery from the back of a beautiful horse! Look out for Howler monkeys, iguanas, magpie blue jay and parakeets as you amble along rainforest trails or let loose with a gallop along the beach. Best of all: there are a range of horses and trails suitable for all levels, from complete beginners to experienced riders.

We are a company committed to the client,we offer quality services,our company is in line with the country's tax laws.We will carry out this activity on the Miravalles volcano, an active volcano where we will be able to see the water vapor and bar coming out of a secondary grater, as well as some minerals such as iron, calcium and sulfur. We will also enjoy incredible views of the volcano and the forest and be able to take volcanic mud baths and natural hot springs directly near the secondary grater. We offer You to enjoy beautiful landscapes, adventure, horsebackriding, hanging bridges, sauna, mud bath, waterfalls, the possibility of wildlife.

Fly through the canopy of a rare tropical dry forest on this ziplining excursion from the Tamarindo area. Keep your eyes peeled for sightings of monkeys, lizards, and more as you traverse the treetops on a kid-friendly morning outing. Choose between 'Easy' or 'Adventure canopy tours to suit your level of skill.

Experience the Tamarindo coast on an all-inclusive catamaran cruise combining snorkeling, paddleboarding, kayaking, and fishing with time to explore hidden beaches and calm waters. With an open bar, snacks, and a Costa Rican meal included, everything is arranged so you can focus on enjoying the day at sea. The range of activities makes this a versatile way to combine adventure, relaxation, and local flavors in one outing.

Enjoy a day with multiple adventures, including a Tour of Rio Celeste, visiting the Llanos de Cortes Waterfall and the beautiful Sloth habitat at the finca verde private farm. This is about a 10 hour day with a half hour hike through the rain forest, and then observing the wildlife like monkeys, sloths, and exotic birds. You’ll also get to take a dip in the blue river

Explore the waters surrounding the Catalina Islands, and improve your chances of seeing native marine life, with this group snorkeling experience from Tamarindo. Enjoy a seamless excursion that covers logistics, equipment, snacks, and two guided snorkeling sessions. Well-suited for travelers looking to head into the water but wanting the benefits that come with a guided experience.

Spend a day of adventure at the Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin with this tour from Tamarindo. You'll participate in all sorts of activities, from a canopy tour that crosses over a deep canyon to horseback riding through the forest. You'll also get to go inner tubing down the rapids of the Rio Negro, all in just one day.

Satisfy an appetite for adventure on a private ATV tour that lets you get off the beaten path and go where cars can’t. You’ll drive at a pace suited to your party on this private tour, which lets you set the agenda as you discover secluded beaches such as Playa Zapotillal and Playa Brasilito, that most first-time visitors miss.

Ride a fully automatic ATV and explore the fields and rivers, ride up mountains, pass by beaches, and get some amazing views along the way from Tamarindo. This rental is for 2-4 hours, so you can go at your own pace while you explore. You’ll ride through Playa Conchal, and when you’re in the forest, keep your eyes out for howler monkeys, iguanas, and other tropical animals.

Learn how to navigate Tamarindo’s waves during this roughly 1.5 hour surf lesson. Choose the group size that works for your budget, with private, small-group, and larger group options. Practice paddling, popping up, and riding with guidance from your instructor. More experienced surfers can also practice their technique by surfing alongside an instructor.

Wildlife-loving travelers will enjoy this small-group boat safari in Costa Rica’s Palo Verde National Park. In a country full of biodiversity, this is one of the most biodiverse spots, with numerous different habitats. Take a boat through the brackish wetlands and look out for birds as well as the park’s many resident crocodiles. The tour includes hotel pickup, WiFi on board, and a typical Costa Rican lunch cooked on wood ovens.

This experience offers a full day of outdoor adventure in Vieja National Park. After hotel pickup, head straight for the national park, where you’ll take part in four adventure sports activities: ziplining, canyoning, tubing, and horseback riding. Afterward, relax in volcano-heated thermal waters and steam and mud baths. The package also includes lunch at a local restaurant.

Explore the forest around Tamarindo on an ATV during this tour. Suitable for novices and experienced drivers, this tour goes off-roading to search for local wildlife and flora. Plus, all equipment and instruction is provided.

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.

Have an amazing adventure in Rincon de La Vieja National Park when you’ll visit volcanic mud and sulfur springs, and also a visit to Oropéndola waterfall. This is a group experience with a maximum of around 50 people. Hotel pick up and drop off are also available from certain hotels. You will all share in a lunch, and your guide will arrange everything for you.

Explore the beaches around El Jobo from aboard an ATV during this private experience. Avoid getting lost and follow your guide so you can enjoy the passing villages, beaches, and maybe even local wildlife. Zip past some of the prettiest beaches in the area, including Coyotera, Ecoplaya, Manzanillo, and Rajada, with the option to stop at a local restaurant or shop.

Rio Celeste and Guanacaste's rainforest are the focus of this private full-day tour from Playa Flamingo, with a guided walk through primary and secondary forest to the waterfall, wildlife viewing at a local sanctuary, and lunch before a visit to Mariposario Rio Celeste. Look for birds, frogs, sloths, monkeys, and other species while your guide shares information about Guanacaste and Costa Rica. A coffee-and-chocolate tasting stop follows on the return.

Zip over the rugged beach and mountain terrain of northern Costa Rica’s Pacific coast on this private half-day ATV tour from Playa Brasilito. Look for wildlife like monkeys and iguanas, experience local life in towns along the way, view the Pacific Ocean from the hills, and pass beaches such as Playa Flamingo, Playa Conchal, and Bahia de Los Pirates where you can opt to take a dip.

Take a drive down the Pacific Coast and visit incredible beaches on this full-day guided beach tour. Stroll the powdery sand of Flamingo Beach and walk on the billions of seashells that make up Conchal Beach.