Top Costa Rica ATV Tours in 2026

Play in Papagayo - WRCT Adventures Private ATV Expedition

The countryside around Jaco Beach is ideal for an outdoor adventure and this action-packed tour includes two fun activities in one day. Saddle up for a scenic horseback ride through the mountains, hike down to a natural waterfall, and cool off with a swim beneath the falls. Next, take the wheel of an ATV for a thrilling off-road excursion along mud tracks, jungle trails, and coastal roads with spectacular ocean views.

ATV Adventure + Horseback Riding and Natural Swimming Pool

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Ride an ATV through Jaco’s scenic countryside with a family friendly, 1-, 2-, 3- or 4-hour guided tour that explores Costa Rica’s fields and forests. Watch tropical birds erupt from the trees as you zoom past on your ATV, and capture unforgettable images of the Pacific Ocean from panoramic viewpoints. Longer tours stop for refreshments at a ranch and continue to a waterfall and swimming hole that are hidden in the lush jungle.

1 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

ATV Tour in Jaco

Jaco Canopy Zipline and ATV Combo Adventure

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Half day Mountain Tour in Nosara

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

UTV Side By Side Off Road Tour Tamarindo Beach & Flamingo Beach

ATV Hidden Beaches Tour

ATV River, Beach, Jungle Adventure and Crocodiles Hotspot from San Jose

Price varies by group size

Tour Combo - WRCT Adventures Private Horseback & ATV/UTV Rides

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Tamarindo ATV Mountain Tour

Cruise along one of Costa Rica’s most scenic coastlines on a sailing and snorkeling tour of Manuel Antonio. Relax on deck and sip unlimited drinks from an open bar as you get a new perspective on the unspoiled nature preserve and try to spot dolphins, turtles, and migrating whales. Stop to swim and snorkel among tropical fish in the clear waters off Biesanz Beach, and then reward your efforts with a gourmet lunch prepared right on board.

Sunset Sails Tours Morning tours (9am).

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Tour Combo - WRCT Adventures Private ATV/UTV Expedition & Zipline

ATV Tour Top Of The World Adventure

Immerse yourself in one of Costa Rica’s notable rainforests with this private tour. Hike around the foothills of an active volcano, swim underneath a waterfall, and take the pressure off your feet in hot springs. No need to worry about training at the gym before going on this excursion; choose between two versions of the tour that vary in physical intensity. Perfect for guests who like to balance an active vacation with exploring the local area.

Volcano-Waterfall and Hot Springs Private Tour

8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore the countryside around La Fortuna on a guided ATV adventure combining off-road trails, river crossings, and views of Arenal Volcano. With three daily departure times to choose from, it's easy to fit into your itinerary. Along the way, visit the Arenal River, enjoy scenic viewpoints, and experience local culture with traditional snacks—making this a rewarding way to discover the region beyond the usual tourist routes.

Guided ATV Adventure – Mud, Rivers, and Nature

With its cascading waterfalls and abundant wildlife, the Pacuare River is rightfully famous for its natural beauty. Paddle through the river gorge, navigating 52 Class II-IV rapids as you go, on this 12-hour trip from San Jose. Take in views of the tropical rain forest and wildlife such as sloths, parrots, and toucans as you ride the river (and your adrenaline rush) over the course of the day.

Pacuare River Whitewater Rafting from San Jose

12 hoursFree Cancellation

4 in 1 Sloth Encounter, Rio Celeste, Waterfalls, Rainforest tour

6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

ATV Tamarindo to Pirates Bay

Discover Tamarindo’s hidden beaches on this ATV tour. Ride through rugged trails, rivers and mountains on your way to Playa Piratas, Playa Minas and Playa Puerto Viejo. This off-road route is one of the limited ways to access these secluded beaches, making reaching them all the more satisfying. There’s plenty of time to swim, snorkel and relax. If you’re lucky, you might even spot some local wildlife. Great for guests who like a little action on their vacation.

Discover secret beaches near Tamarindo on ATVs

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Pure Trek Canyoning and ATV Adventure in La Fortuna with Lunch

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Bring out your inner adventurer while in Guanacaste with this Jet Ski & ATV Adventure Combo! Start with a 1-hour guided Jet Ski tour, cruising along the stunning coastline towards Flamingo and Las Catalinas. Then, switch gears and hop on your own ATV (or ride along with a driver) as we explore backroads, forests, and beautiful beaches like Playa Minas. During the rainy season, if river levels are too high, we may adjust the route to visit other accessible beaches instead. Important: If you are an adult and want to go as a passenger on a Double ATV, select the option KID. A minimum of 2 ATVs or 1 Buggy is required for the tour to run.

Private ATV and Jet Ski Tour from Tamarindo, Conchal or RIU Hotel

3 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

PRIVATE - Side by Side Tour (Arenal Volcano) SBS La Fortuna

Estaremos llegando a nuestro punto de encuentro en el cual estaremos disfrutando de un delicioso jugo de cana, donde nuestro guía estará explicando de nuestra cultura y como usamos el jugo de cana para luego disfrutar de una pequeña caminata hacia finca los solis donde podremos disfrutar de las bellezas naturales en nuestro recorrido y disfrutar de las 3 cascadas y 2 piscinas naturales, antes de dirigirnos al restaurante del cual el almuerzo que estaremos disfrutando, es preparado a la lena y con mucho amor para nuestros clientes

3 Waterfalls with lunch included

Discover the ultimate adventure that combines the thrill of driving an ATV with the magic of flying over the treetops. This tour is ideal for those looking for a unique experience full of adrenaline and spectacular scenery. Start the tour in modern fully automatic ATVs designed for all types of experience. Dare to walk scenic trails of beautiful landscapes, in which you will cross rivers, puddles, and enter secondary roads little traveled. With each kilometer you will get closer to the heart of the stunning mountain scenery of Tamarindo Costa Rica.

More Zipline ATV Adventure in the Tamarindo Mountains

Manuel Antonio: Off Road Rainforest and Waterfalls ATV Tour

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What are people saying about Costa Rica

Tina_T, Oct 2026

An Unforgettable ATV Adventure with Oscar!

We had such a great time on the Manuel Antonio ATV tour! The rainforest and waterfalls were beautiful, and the Costa Rican lunch was delicious! Oscar was our guide and made the experience even more memorable. He even took my phone and captured pictures along the way so we could enjoy the ride and have those memories to take home. Such a fun adventure and a highlight of our Costa Rica trip. Highly recommend—thank you, Oscar!

Amazing 3-Hour Jaco ATV Tour & Jungle Waterfall

Mercedes_W, Oct 2026

An experience that you will never forget

An incredible, epic experience. Words cannot express how amazing this experience was. The four wheelers were in great condition, easy to drive, and the guides were extremely safe. During the experience you get to eat lunch at a beautiful restaurant on top of the mountain. The views of the rivers, horses, and waterfalls all Wall riding a four wheeler felt like a once in a lifetime experience. By far the best booking we had during our trip.

Arenal Volcano ATV Guided Experience in La Fortuna

Mili_P, Sep 2026

Do yourself a favor and do this!

Wonderful experience through and through! The staff was very knowledgeable and have great customer care. They took us through so many trails not accessible on foot and truly made the experience very memorable. Definitely recommend paying the extra to extend the tour. The added trail, going near the volcano and even crossing fast flowing rivers was so worth it. Would 100% recommend and do this again.

ATV or Buggy Guided Tour from Tamarindo, Conchal or RIU Hotels

Joscilynn_K, Sep 2026

We had such a fun time on...

We had such a fun time on our ATV tour! Gustavo was our guide, and he was absolutely great. He was funny, easy to talk to, and made us feel comfortable from the beginning. The whole experience was relaxed and fun, and he made sure we were having a good time throughout the entire ride. We got to stop at two beautiful beaches, stop at a restaurant, and enjoy some drinks along the way. It was such a fun way to explore Costa Rica and see more of the area. It actually started raining during our ride, but honestly, that just made the experience even more memorable! We didn’t let the rain stop us from having a great time. 😂 I would definitely recommend this ATV tour to anyone visiting Costa Rica! Gustavo was an awesome guide, and the combination of riding, beautiful beach stops, good food, drinks, and lots of laughs made this an experience we won’t forget. If you’re looking for something fun and adventurous to do, definitely add this to your Costa Rica itinerary! 🇨🇷❤️

Sunset Sails Tours Morning tours (9am).

Debora_G, Sep 2026

Amazing tour!

So much fun! It was a beautiful morning and we had a blast on this tour! Everyone on the crew was so nice, kind, and fun! They really did everything to make sure we had a great time. We skipped the snorkeling by our own choice, but everyone else who did it said it was awesome. Definitely recommend it! Amazing!

Volcano Hike, Waterfall Swim & Hot Springs Combo on Rincon de la Vieja

Igner_J, Aug 2026

Felipe and Frank were amazing

The trip was amazing! Frank our driver and Felipe our tour guide took care of us the whole day. Felipe was very knowledgeable and told us a lot about the culture and the hike. They were able to drop us off for breakfast for the trip too! We were able to swim in the waterfall, hot springs and got a mud bath! Felt amazing. Would recommend this to all I know and would do it again! Thanks Felipe and Frank!

Side by Side Tour (Arenal Volcano) SBS La Fortuna

Jen_F, Aug 2026

Amazing from beginning to end

Our originally scheduled trek had to be cancelled due to massive thunder storms in the area (very much appreciate that the company kept our safety as the highest priority). They offered a sport the next day, so we took that. Our experience from beginning to end was amazing. All of the staff made the check in process a breeze and Fabricio (our guide) made the tour enjoyable and very memorable. It was pretty muddy, so he was physically helping folks get unstuck a few times. He also stopped and ran ahead of the group so he could capture live video of us going through some pretty major mud pits (haha - it’s fun to have video proof of the craziness). Plus, he’s just a really nice person and was great to chat with during the break we took at the river. 10+ stars for him! The excursion itself is filled with some pretty gnarly terrain (glad my husband drove haha) but we felt super safe the whole time (we were in a 4 person side by side). Both of my kids (10 and 13) really liked it (my 13 year old a bit more than my daughter lol). All in all, I would highly recommend this tour and company! (Just do NOT wear anything you aren’t ok getting pretty muddy and wet 😊)

Volcano-Waterfall and Hot Springs Private Tour

Felicia_C, Aug 2026

My family and I had an...

My family and I had an amazing time on this excursion. Our guide, Gabriel, was exceptionally helpful, professional, and knowledgeable. He went above and beyond for our group, and we actually booked other tours with him throughout our stay here in Costa Rica. If you’re thinking about booking this excursion — do it you won’t regret it!

Night Jungle Tour with Dinner (Rainmaker Park)

Zachary_L, Aug 2026

Great Night Tour with Anderson

Great night tour with Anderson! He was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. At times it felt like we were moving kind of fast, but it was only because he wanted us to see as much as we could! We saw a lot of amazing wildlife, especially amphibians and reptiles. The dinner at the end is simple, but good, and it's nice to all sit together as a group and talk about the tour as well as share travel plans and stories.

Nicaragua Full Day Tour from Costa Rica

Daniel_F, Jul 2026

Unforgettable and unique trip to Nicaragua!

Very interesting tour, I loved seeing the active Masaya Volcano, the overlook across the lakes and valleys and the old city of Granada. The restaurant they took us to was incredibly beautiful with a lush garden courtyard and excellent food. The street vendors were a little pushy in the town square. The chocolate at the cacao shop was incredible. Some of us also opted to go on a horse buggy ride and that was something new for me. The boat tour was WET as it was raining the day we went so we did not end up stopping on any island or feeding the monkeys. Our tour guide, Peter (Pedro) was incredible and a wonderful guy. He made us laugh and kept us entertained and informed the entire ride to Nicaragua (which is a long one!) we played music in the van and had a part the whole time, it was great. :)

Rio Celeste Full-Day Hike: Blue Waterfall & Tenorio Volcano

Natalia_S, Jul 2026

Great hike

Santiago was an amazing guide! Every informative, went the extra mile. Our group was about 8 people which was nice, as my other tours felt a bit crowded. Unfortunately the water was not blue when we went due to the heavy rain the day before. but Santiago did his best to make the experience worth it, and it was! We saw many different snakes, spiders, and a family of sloths close enough to see without binoculars! The lunch was very tasty.

Guanacaste Snorkel and Sunset Cruise

Samantha_S, Apr 2026

This was a wonderful...

This was a wonderful experience! The crew on the boat were so kind and accommodating, they were constantly checking in to see if we needed anytbing. The boat was clean and spacious despite all the people on board. The boat docked at a private beach where we were able to swim and snorkel. I would highly recommend this experience!!