Top Liberia Day Trips

Adventure in Volcano Combo Tour! - Zip Line, Waterfall, Hot Springs and More

8 hoursFree Cancellation

✨✨ Step into the wild heart of Costa Rica Feel the adrenaline. Reconnect with nature. Live something truly unforgettable. Hike through lush jungle trails, cross crystal-clear rivers, and discover one of Guanacaste's hidden gems — the breathtaking La Leona Waterfall. This is more than a tour... It’s a real adventure that awakens your senses and takes you deep into nature. 2 - hour round-trip hike Perfect for families, couples & adventure lovers Local English-speaking guide Learn about wildlife, geology & the tropical forest Swim in natural crystal-clear pools Relax, explore & capture unforgettable moments ✨ A must-do experience in Costa Rica Adventure • Nature • Pure Connection ⚡ Spots fill fast — don’t miss it www.purenatureprivatetours.com WhatsApp : + 506 8357 4200

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from $194

La Leona Adventure Hike – Most Popular Family Tour

4 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $125

Enjoy the thrill of this all-day adventure that includes some of the best outdoor fun. Get your adrenaline pumping on an exciting zipline tour, horseback riding through epic landscapes, and tubing along a flowing river. This memorable tour includes a visit to natural hot springs, a volcanic mud bath, and a full buffet lunch. It's the best way to experience the natural wonder of Costa Rica!

Ziplining in the canyon - Guachipelin Adventure Combo in Rincon de la Vieja Volcano - Native's Way Costa Rica Tours & Packages

Guachipelin Adventure Volcano Zipline Horseback River Tubing Combo

12 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

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from $145

The Kind of Experience Your Family Will Talk About Forever Enjoy a relaxed, easy-paced day — no hiking required, only short and easy walks. Step into Costa Rica's rainforest and connect with nature in a truly special way. See Sloths in the Wild Join a guided experience where we actively search and find sloths in their natural habitat. Along the way, discover amazing wildlife like toucans, glass frogs, poison dart frogs, and more. Hidden Waterfall Refresh at a secluded waterfall surrounded by lush tropical forest. ☕ Coffee & Chocolate Visit a local organic farm and enjoy tastings while learning from local families. Why You’ll Love It ✔️ Easy & accessible for all ages ✔️ High chances to see sloths with expert guides ✔️ Perfect for families & nature lovers WhatsApp : + 506 8357 - 4200

Sloth Watching + Waterfall & Organic Coffee and Chocolate Tour

6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $145

Grab your passport and head over the border for a whistle-stop tour of Nicaragua’s best bits from Costa Rica. Take in the views from Catarina Volcano, haggle over handicrafts at the Masaya Artisan Market and visit the active Masaya Volcano. After a delicious lunch of typical Nicaraguan cuisine, explore the colonial town of Granada, where you can marvel over the historic architecture and admire views of Mombacho Volcano. Finally, set sail across Lake Nicaragua for a 1-hour sunset cruise, stopping to meet the friendly monkeys of Monkey Island along the way.

Nicaragua Full Day Tour from Costa Rica

15 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

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from $230

Embark on a full-day adventure to discover Costa Rica's natural wonders–Rio Celeste, Llanos de Cortes waterfalls, and a sloth sanctuary. Begin by swimming and relaxing at the Llanos de Cortes Waterfall in Bagaces, then hike through Tenorio Volcano National Park to witness the mesmerizing Rio Celeste Waterfall. Conclude your immersive experience with a visit to an organic farm and sloth and frog sanctuary, observing diverse wildlife and tropical flora.

Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth Sanctuary & Llanos de Cortes Waterfall Tour

12 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

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from $135

Costa Rica Private Guanacaste Airport ( LIR ) Arrival Transfer

30 to 45 minutesFree Cancellation

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from $6

Hiking Tour of La Leona Waterfall with Lunch

8 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $79

Head to the rainforest from Tamarindo on this private all-day excursion with a naturalist guide. Hike to the impressive Rio Celeste waterfall and then go tubing down the river, stopping along the way to swim and spot wildlife, including colored frogs and sloths. A local lunch is included. Plus, stop to admire the Tree of Peace, which is more than 400 years old. Hotel pickup is included for your convenience.

Rio Celeste Combo: River Tubing+Blue Waterfall+Exotic Wildlife

10 to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $149

Visit Nicaragua in ONE Day from Costa Rica Step beyond the ordinary and explore another country in just one day on a fully private, expertly guided adventure. Cross the border and discover a destination rich in culture, history, and breathtaking landscapes. ✨ Highlights Explore the colorful streets of Granada Admire stunning volcanic landscapes Visit the shores of Lake Nicaragua ️ Enjoy authentic local cuisine Stress-Free Experience We handle everything for you: ✔️ Assisted border crossing ✔️ Private transportation Bilingual professional guides Flexible, personalized itinerary No stress. Just enjoy. Why Choose This Tour Visit TWO countries in one day 100% private — no shared groups Unique and unforgettable experience ⚠️ Important Full-day tour (early morning to evening) Passport required ✨ Make It Unforgettable This is not just a tour—it’s a once-in-a-lifetime cross-border experience.

Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption (Granada)

Nicaragua in a Day – Colonial Landmarks & Historical Treasures

10 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $210

La Vieja Waterfalls Hike - All in ONE experience

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Adventure Combo Tour: Horses, Tubing, Zipline & Hot Springs

from $185

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Arenal volcano- rainforest - Hanging bridges-waterfall-hotsprings

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from $190

12 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

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from $280

Tropical Rainforest, Hanging Bridges And Jungle Sloths Sanctuary

7 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Get close to animals in their natural habitat on this river cruise through Palo Verde National Park. After a scenic drive through the park, see exotic birds, crocodiles, monkeys, iguanas, and other animals on a 2-hour river cruise on the Tempisque River. Then, enjoy a lunch of typical Costa Rican dishes cooked over a fire. On the return journey, make short stops to learn about indigenous pottery techniques and taste local coffee.

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from $190

Palo Verde Boat Safari + Coffee & Culture – Wildlife & Flavor

6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore Costa Rica's Tenorio Volcano National Park on a tour that combines rainforest adventure with cultural and culinary experiences. Highlights include the stunning Rio Celeste waterfall, wildlife observation including sloths, and visits to a coffee and chocolate plantation. Enjoy a traditional Costa Rican lunch and immerse yourself in the country's natural beauty and rich biodiversity. This tour combines adventure in nature with cultural and culinary experiences, offering you a complete insight into the richness and beauty of Costa Rica. It's a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the wildlife, culture, and gastronomy of this beautiful Central American country.

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Rio Celeste Expedition – Sloths, Waterfalls & Nature's Magic

5 hours 25 minutesFree Cancellation

Costa Rica is known for its lush scenery, but getting around—and seeing the best the country has to offer—can be a challenge without your own transportation. On this full-day tour, experience both forests and volcanoes in a single day as you combine a guided nature walk in Rincón de la Vieja National Park with a refreshing waterfall swim. Hotel transfers and lunch are provided for a seamless experience.

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from $190

"Volcano Adventure & Hot Springs Tour from Guanacaste

8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

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from $170

Sloths in the Rain Forest and Safari by the River

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $165

Experience the Rainforest and Waterfalls! Have you ever seen the rainforest and waterfalls from above? On this amazing private tour, you'll have the chance to do just that! The hike through the rainforest, the hanging bridges, the hot springs, and the mud baths will captivate you. Our first stop will be at Llanos de Cortez Waterfall, where you can refresh and prepare for an unforgettable adventure. You'll have a dedicated tour guide just for you, making this experience even more special. There's no rush this tour is yours to enjoy with your family. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity! The waterfalls, rainforest, hot springs, and mud baths are waiting for you!

Waterfall seen from the Hanging Bridges.

Miravalles Volcano: Hanging Bridges, Hot Springs & Mud Baths.

10 to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $230

Discover the natural beauty and heritage of Nicaragua with a full-day tour that travels round-trip from northern Costa Rica. Visit the active Masaya Volcano and the extinct Apoyo Volcano, view picturesque Spanish colonial architecture in Granada, watch monkeys in the jungle, and more. You’ll benefit from border-crossing assistance and hassle-free transportation that allows you to make the most of your day.

Nicaragua One Day Expedition from Costa Rica

9 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $232

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.

Coffee & Chocolate Tour+Sloths Park & Llanos de Cortez Waterfall

8 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $220

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.

Palo verde boat tour -bird watching & Ceramic Pottery demo

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $130

3 in 1, zipline over blue river, tubing on blue river and sloths

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

The Guanacaste province is known not only for incredible beaches, but also pristine jungle landscapes—however, to get around, your own transportation is indispensable. On this full-day combo tour, make the most of Costa Rica’s scenery with a horseback ride through tropical forest, kid-friendly zipline experience, and volcanic hot springs and mud bath, with hotel transfers and a traditional lunch included for easy planning.

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from $260

Guanacaste Zipline, Horseback & Hot Springs – All Inclusive

8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

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from $170

Coffee & Chocolate Tour+Sloths Park & Llanos de Cortez Waterfall

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What are people saying about Liberia

Fonda_T, Apr 2026

It was our first time in...

It was our first time in Costa Rica, and our main travel goal was purely to rest and relax. Still, we had to do at least one excursion for our first visit. We definitely picked the right one! Leon, our guide, was great. He was incredibly accommodating and attentive. We got picked up at our hotel right at 7 AM. He took us to a local spot to grab a delicious Costa Rican breakfast. From there, we got to see the beautiful waterfalls at Llanos del Cortez, taste Costa Rican coffee & chocolate, and walk through a private rainforest to observe the biodiversity. We saw a venomous viper from a distance, sleepy sloths, howler & spider monkeys, and native birds & frogs. We brought our own binoculars but didn't really need them. Leon brought (what I think was) a standing telescope, so we could clearly see eveything his eyes could find. (There is no way we would have spotted most of these animals on our own.) Plus, he was great with helping us get some great photos to create lasting memories of our intro to CR. As if this wasn't enough, the tour ended with lunch at a local spot where we thoroughly enjoyed the food AND we got to visit a butterfly sanctuary. It was a jam packed 7 hour guided tour and well worth the value. Grateful for the pura vida welcome, Leon!

Tropical Rainforest, Hanging Bridges And Jungle Sloths Sanctuary

Sandi_B, Apr 2026

Great tour learned a lot

This was a great trip enjoyed our trip very much and our guide his name is Alex and the little guy that gave us the tour of the very last stop showing us what the dangers are in Costa Rica for the viper snakes and the green tree frogs he was adorable and very knowledgeable I would highly recommend this tour

Rio Celeste Waterfall Plus Sloths and wildlife Sanctuary

Amy_H, Apr 2026

Amazing Day!

We had an amazing tour with our guide, Dayro! He was knowledgeable, friendly, and great at spotting wildlife we would have missed on our own. Rio Celeste Waterfall was stunning, and the Sloths and Wildlife Sanctuary was a highlight. We saw eyelash viper snakes, a tree frog, and even an anteater! The van was very comfortable for the long ride, and the food was great as well. Highly recommend this tour—Dayro made our tour unforgettable.

Palo Verde Boat Safari + Coffee & Culture – Wildlife & Flavor

Daniel_C, Apr 2026

Amazing in depth tour

Amazing experience with a wide range of activities. I would say it has a little of everything, but we felt like we got a lot of everything. Each part of it was in depth, with our very knowledgeable guide having endless information about all topics. In the driving portion, we stopped to see different kinds of monkeys, iguanas, and birds. The boat tour on the river gave us more lizards, crocodiles, and many kinds of birds along the shore. Our boat captain was an expert at spotting the smallest camouflaged birds and other creatures among the trees. Besides all the wildlife, we visited an area of the river to watch the "sand guys" working and learn about their jobs. We stopped at a rural area for authentic wood-fire cooked lunch, which was delicious and accompanied by tamarind juice and authentic coffee made with the chorreador. There was also a demonstration of indigenous pottery technique and sugar-cane pressing. Everyone involved was extremely friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. A great way to experience so many aspects of Costa Rica in a short time: wildlife, nature, history, culture, food, coffee, etc. We booked this tour with Wendy at Costa Rica Unique.

Sloths in the Rain Forest and Safari by the River

Laura_B, Mar 2026

A wonderful day trip

It was a great day starting with the rafting trip during which we saw crocodiles, a variety of monkeys and other wildlife. The guide was knowledgeable and fun. Lunch was tasty . The afternoon hike was very enjoyable. We saw monkeys , sloths , a red eyed tree frog and other wildlife. The guide for the hike was friendly and enthusiastic.

Arenal volcano- rainforest - Hanging bridges-waterfall-hotsprings

Dan_Y, Jan 2026

Wonderful tour by Nesmer!...

Wonderful tour by Nesmer! Very kind and personable, full of information about the country, our tour stops, and the flora/fauna. His falcon-like ability to pick out hard-to-find animals was amazing. Very attentive to our needs during the long drives to/from Tamarindo including a couple extra stops along the way. Really enjoyed our The Arenal national park was amazing, a beautiful ecosystem unlike anything in the continental U.S. Very walkable with lots of up and down slopes on wall-marked and well-maintained paths. About 25 degrees cooler than Tamarindo, as expected, and it rained for much of the walk. For the hot springs, we were at a water park with thermal pools. We were expecting something more “natural” but a was a very nice resort with clean, enjoyable pools - very relaxing after many hours of driving and walking. Also had a good buffet lunch here. Did not include towels as expected but we managed. Overall, an excellent experience for us that we happily recommend.

Nicaragua One Day Expedition from Costa Rica

Carina_S, Oct 2025

The Best Tour I’ve Ever Booked on Viator!

I’ve booked many tours on Viator, but this one was by far the best! Everything was perfectly organized from start to finish - professional communication even before the tour and flawless coordination throughout the day. I can’t imagine how much time and stress it would have taken to cross the Costa Rica–Nicaragua border on my own. The tour in Nicaragua itself was simply outstanding, a masterpiece of planning and storytelling. If you want to see all the main highlights of Nicaragua in one day, this is definitely the tour you need!

Hiking Tour of La Leona Waterfall with Lunch

David_H, Jul 2025

Amazing experience!

This is a great tour. Be prepared to swim, but it is so worth it! Even my 80-year-old Mom made it all the way like a champ (but she’s in great shape). Our guide Jason was great and we even got to see some monkeys in the trees at the end. Lunch was very good - classic Costa Rican Cosada plate cooked fresh. Highly recommend!