Day Trips from Tamarindo to Playa Flamingo

Get an adrenaline fix with a full day, multi- activity adventure package, so you can experience all the fun without any hassle of getting from one point to another. Starting at 7am, you’ll be picked up from your hotel, then treated to zip-lining, horseback riding, a water slide adventure, hot springs and mud bath, and home-made sugarcane. A buffet lunch is included also!

Join the Tamarindo beach and pool crawl every Sunday for an unforgettable afternoon of fun, starting with a pre-party at Crazy Monkey Tamarindo pool and bar. Explore hidden pools and beaches along Guanacaste’s coast, enjoy welcome drinks, happy hour specials, and party games, and end the day with a beach bonfire, sunset views, and dancing at Playa Potrero. This lively tour wraps up back in Tamarindo.

The Beach & Pool Crawl is a private celebration experience designed for bachelorette parties, birthdays, graduations, and groups who want an unforgettable day together in Costa Rica. Cruise between handpicked beach and poolside venues, each with great music, sunny vibes, a welcome drink, and exclusive food and drink specials — all in a fun, social, stress-free setting. The party starts on the bus, where drinks, games, and high-energy music bring your group together from the first moment. Dedicated private hosts lead the celebration from start to finish, keeping the vibe fun, organized, and completely focused on your group while guiding you through every stop. Fully customizable to match your celebration style — from chill beach birthday vibes to full bachelorette party energy — this is more than a tour. It’s your private beach party day, built around music, laughter, and unforgettable memories with your favorite people.

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.

Try your luck fishing for marlin, tuna, wahoo, red snapper and more on this fishing tour at Flamingo Beach, where all the details are planned for you. Your captain will know the best spots where the water drops off and the fish are biting. The boats are all equipped with fishing equipment, and snacks and drinks will be provided all day. You just need to show up in the fishin’ condition.

Explore the forested foothills of Rincon de la Vieja volcano with a full day combination tour from Tamarindo, and swing, slide and ride through the park’s scenic landscape. Get a bird’s-eye view of the forest floor as you travel from treetop to treetop on a canopy tour, then launch down a 1,200-foot (400-mt) water slide. Pause for lunch before riding a horse to a natural spa, and spend the rest of your day rolling in mineral-rich volcanic mud and enjoying a series of steaming thermal pools.

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.

Traverse the rainforest on a series of hanging bridges during a guided excursion from the Guanacaste coast to the Heliconia Rain Forest reserve in Costa Rica. See tropical flora and fauna in the wild, tour greenhouses and a butterfly garden, and sample farm-fresh coffee on this kid-friendly adventure.

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.

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.

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.

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.

This sunset cruise includes snorkeling equipment for you to get out and enjoy the water, plus a premium top-shelf open bar and lunch. Basically, it has everything you need to guarantee a fun afternoon out on the water. End your tour with a picture-perfect sunset over the ocean. The cruise leaves from 2 locations, Tamarindo or Playas del Coco. Please be careful to select the correct option.

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.

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.

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.

Unlike crowded group excursions, this private catamaran experience is reserved exclusively for your group. Enjoy a personalized day exploring Costa Rica's stunning Pacific coastline aboard our spacious catamaran for up to 16 guests. Depending on the tour duration, you may visit beautiful locations such as Cabo Velas and Playa Conchal while enjoying snorkeling, paddleboarding, swimming, wildlife spotting, an open bar, and a freshly prepared lunch served on board. Our flexible itinerary allows the captain to adapt the experience to weather conditions, wildlife sightings, and your group's preferences, creating a truly customized adventure. NOTE: This is a fully customizable private charter. After booking, our team will contact you to coordinate your preferred departure time between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM, as well as the duration of your charter (minimum 4 hours, maximum 8 hours).

Escape the crowds and enjoy an exclusive private sunset cruise reserved only for your group. Sail along Costa Rica's beautiful Gold Coast aboard a spacious catamaran while enjoying snorkeling, paddleboarding, wildlife spotting, a freshly prepared meal, and an open bar. End the day with breathtaking sunset views over the Pacific Ocean for an unforgettable experience.

It is an excellent way to know different beaches of guanacaste as the exotic beach conchal where instead of sand are polyd shells by the ocean and enjoy the incredible landscapes and sunsets in Tamarindo, it is also very good opportunity to make purchases and enjoy local gastronomy and food with seafood and fresh fish.

Discover Snake Bay and the Gulf of Papagayo on a full-day, private tour that explores remote beaches, wildlife, and scenic hiking trails. This customizable boat tour includes a gourmet grilled lunch on the beach, and accommodates your private group of between four and eight people. You can go where you want and enjoy Costa Rica's Gulf of Papagayo beyond the tourist resorts.

Snorkel & sightseeing Tour 8am – 1pm We have curated an absolutely amazing adventure…snorkeling conditions are best in the morning! With 3 locations (2 snorkel, 1 sightseeing) We start the trip heading to one of a few local snorkelling bays (which one is dependant on the best conditions) for the best snorkelling location off of Tamarindo there you will see puffer fish, turtles, various anglefish, damselfish and manta rays, the second location is Playa Conchal (rated the #1 most beautiful beach in the WORLD 2022) where you can beach comb & snorkel for more sea life, lastly Catalinas islands where the dolphins play and the largest Oceanic manta rays in the world reside. Enjoy snacks and refreshments while we search for dolphins and meander the islands. We bring you back where you started on the beautiful beaches of Tamarindo for 1pm.

Set sail on this Catamaran cruise along the Tamarindo coast. Relax in comfort as your crew takes you through the Ballena Marine National Park and onto Playa Minas. This quiet beach is a tranquil escape from busy crowds, as well as a great spot for snorkeling and swimming. Once back on board, enjoy a meal and sunset views before returning to land.

!!! TIERED PRICING (2-15 guest) !!! Discover the wild and beautiful coastline of Tamarindo on a memorable catamaran adventure and enjoy a breathtaking sunset from our rooftop with a 360° view. Far from the crowds, our catamaran will drop anchor a few meters from a wild beach that you can reach by swimming or enjoy water activities (paddleboarding, snorkeling, water mat, etc.). This excursion offers the perfect blend of relaxation and excitement, with delicious local cuisine and an open bar. Thanks to our dedicated staff and a variety of water activities, this excursion is ideal for families, couples, and groups looking for a unique and unforgettable “nature” experience!