All Guanacaste and Northwest Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike (Private Tour)

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Discover a quieter side of Tamarindo on a guided boat tour through the mangrove waterways of Las Baulas Marine National Park. Explore a unique coastal ecosystem that provides a habitat for a variety of plants and wildlife, offering a different perspective on Costa Rica’s natural environment beyond its beaches. The route and departure time depend on tidal conditions, with the team confirming the details with you in advance.

Tamarindo Estuary Boat Tour

Rio Celeste Hike, Sloths & Llanos de Cortés Falls from Guanacaste

8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

Granada, Nicaragua One Day Tour from Costa Rica -Native's Way Costa Rica Tours & Packages

Nicaragua Full Day Tour from Costa Rica

15 hoursFree Cancellation

Look for sloths in their natural habitat, discover Miravalles’ geothermal wonders, and unwind in warm hot springs with a volcanic mud Bath—all in one memorable day. Explore with a local guide who helps you spot sloths, colorful birds, and other wildlife while sharing stories about Costa Rica's nature and local life. At the foot of Miravalles Volcano, discover steaming fumaroles and bubbling mud pots before enjoying a volcanic mud Bath and time to relax in the hot springs. Visita una hermosa cascada tropical para admirar el paisaje y tomar fotos. This stop is for viewing only; swimming is not part of the experience. Support local families with Pure Nature: transport from selected hotels, entrance fees & a traditional Costa Rican lunch included. Highlights: • Guided sloth and wildlife watching. • Miravalles geothermal activity. • Relaxing hot springs and volcanic mud bath. • Scenic waterfall viewing and photo opportunities. • A personal connection with local guides.

Sloth Watching, Miravalles Hot Springs & Waterfall Tour

Sloth Watching, Miravalles Hot Springs & Waterfall Tour

6 to 8 hoursFree 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.

Rincon de la Vieja Volcano Hike, Waterfall, Hot Springs & Lunch

6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Get into nature with this guided river cruise to Palo Verde National Park. Perfect for travelers staying in the Guanacaste area, this is a straightforward way to see some of Costa Rica's wildlife without going too far out of the way. Enjoy seamless transportation to where you board your boat, and relax on a leisurely river cruise for chances to see iguanas, birds, monkeys, and more in the wild.

Jungle River Cruise at Palo Verde

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Timarouba Catamaran Sunset Cruise with Open Bar Lunch& Snorkeling

Explore Tamarindo’s beaches and dry forest on an off-road ATV tour with river crossings and stunning tropical scenery. Learn to maneuver your vehicle, then follow your guide along a rugged circuit. Take in the sights and sounds of the Costa Rican forest and watch for birds and monkeys as you steer beneath coastal trees. Upgrade your tour to include other activities such as snorkeling, driving a UTV, ziplining, or even exploring other areas by ATV.

ATV and UTV Beach Tour from Tamarindo, Flamingo and Conchal Beach

Blue Dolphin - Public Catamaran Tour - Tamarindo

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Río Celeste Waterfall and Sloth Watching Tour From Guanacaste

6 hoursFree Cancellation

La Leona Waterfall Guided Tour+Transportation

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Guanacaste Zipline – Safe & Fun for Kids 2+ & Families

1 hourFree Cancellation

Fit in two of Costa Rica's top adventures in one day on this combo ATV and zipline tour that lets you escape the crowds and explore secluded shores of Brasilito, Flamingo, Tamarindo, and other beautiful Guanacaste beaches. After beach hopping and looking for wildlife, take to the skies on a thrilling zip line course through the jungle that will get your adrenaline pumping. Note that gratuities are not included.

Zip Line and ATV Adventure

5 hours 10 minutesFree Cancellation

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Tamarindo Estuary Tour

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

La Leona Waterfall Hike

5-Hour Guided Sunset Boat Tour in Tamarindo Costa Rica

Get off the beach for a view of Costa Rica's coastline that most visitors miss. This catamaran cruise packs plenty of action into one easy afternoon on Pacific coast. Snorkel among marine life using provided equipment, then enjoy a freshly prepared grilled meal while anchored in a secluded bay, complemented by tropical cocktails from the open bar. A waterslide adds extra fun, while the return sail is timed for sunset.

Tamarindo: Snorkel and Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Lunch, Drinks

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Enjoy a Seamless Round-Trip Experience from Liberia Airport to Your Hotel or Airbnb Start and end your vacation stress-free with our reliable Round-Trip Private Shuttle Service. Your professional driver will be waiting at the airport with a personalized sign, ready to take you to your destination in comfort and style. Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle, enjoy complimentary bottled water, and take advantage of a courtesy stop for any last-minute purchases or assistance along the way. Whether you’re a family, couple, or solo traveler, this Round-Trip Transfer offers convenience, local insights, and peace of mind—making your journey through the vibrant culture of Guanacaste effortless from arrival to departure. • Round-trip private transportation for groups of up to 7 passengers • Easy identification — your driver will be holding a sign with your name • Flexible travel time • Complimentary concierge service via WhatsApp for your comfort and assistance

Round Trip Transfer Liberia Airport to Your Hotel or Airbnb

30 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

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

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.

Catamaran Snorkel Sunset Cruise from Tamarindo or Playas del Coco

Costa Rica Guanacaste Airport (LIR) Private Departure Transfer

Special Offer

1 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Private Sailing Tour from Playa Flamingo - Explore Costa Rica's Gold Coast

Pegasus del Pacifico Private Flamingo Sailing

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Rincon de la vieja Volcano Hike, Oropendola Waterfall, Hot Springs & Lunch Combo

Sloth Watching, Coffee, Chocolate & Waterfall from Guanacaste

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What are people saying about Guanacaste and Northwest

Marianne_W, Oct 2026

This was a great outing!...

This was a great outing! I took my mother who is almost eighty because it looked like it would be fun but laidback enough for her level of fitness and it was. Nana was our tour guide for the day. She was very knowledgeable and engaging. Gustavo was our driver and he was incredibly kind and attentive. They were both so helpful and considerate of my mother! The stairs down to the waterfall were a little tricky so Mom didn’t do that part; but she had a pretty place to sit with a nice view with a couple of local vendors she chatted with. I did go down to the waterfall myself. It was beautiful and refreshing! The rainforest and sloth watching was really great and the trail was perfect for Mom. Diego was our naturalist and aside from being well-educated on his subject matter, he grew up in the area so he had a lot of knowledge to share. And an incredible eye! We saw things we never would have noticed on our own. Additionally, he’s an excellent photographer and helped us get some really nice shots! We had the very rare good fortune of seeing a juvenile sloth down low close to the trail. We were right next to him and he was cuter than I could have imagined! The coffee and cacao farm was also an awesome learning experience in a beautiful place. Sadly, I can’t remember the name of our guide there; but he was wonderful. We love coffee and chocolate so this was right up our alley! A traditional lunch was part of the tour and it was delicious. I would definitely recommend this tour!

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

Marianne_W, Oct 2026

Fantastic!

This was my favorite day of my vacation. Philippe, the tour guide, was very knowledgeable and entertaining. So fun! He was also very thoughtful. I took this tour on my own and he made sure I still got pictures of myself at the scenic points. Miguel, our driver, was very kind and attentive. And I had the good luck of meeting great people on the tour with me too! The hike was enjoyable exercise. I work out regularly and while I didn’t find it really challenging, it is a bit of work and there are a lot of stairs. There are several cable bridges that could be daunting to the faint of heart. That said, if you’re reasonably fit, willing to sweat and enjoy an adventure, you will love this tour! The rainforest, waterfall, hot springs, wildlife… all of it was fabulous! And the lunch was delicious! I would definitely recommend this tour and would happily do it again myself!!!

Timarouba Catamaran Sunset Cruise with Open Bar Lunch& Snorkeling

Lindsey_B, Oct 2026

We had good weather for...

We had good weather for our trip, which gave great views of the sunset. It took us a bit to figure out which was our tour at the meeting point but thankfully there are multiple tour groups and they all sort of know each other enough to point you in the right direction. We enjoyed chatting with the other guests and the drinks and lunch were delicious! The lunch was rice, chicken, beans, salad, fruit. When packing, be beach-ready! The best part was the hour floating in a beach cove.

Punta Cacique ATV 4WD Jungle and Mountain Adventure in Costa Rica

Alecia_H, Oct 2026

Fantastic Family Fun

We did a 4 hour ATV tour with Allan and Andy today through the mountains to a beautiful beach, ate an amazing lunch at a beachside restaurant, and then rode back to our meeting point. Our tour was amazing!! Andy and Allan did a fabulous job!! The tour included myself (44) my husband (44), son (16), son (13) and every member of our family loved every part of the trip. None of us have been on 4 wheelers much but Andy and Allan made us feel comfortable and confident all day. They communicated which gear we needed to be in throughout the entire tour. They made sure to slow us down when necessary and encouraged us to have fun when appropriate too. There were several areas to have fun and splash if we wanted to. We also stopped at a roadside market 1/2 way through to grab a snack a drink if we wanted and use the restroom. It was a nice way to also support a local store in the community. It started raining 1/2 way through our tour (we went during rainy season) and we got drenched but my crew loved it and thought it only enhanced their experience. I would highly recommend bringing a rain coat, a waterproof lanyard for your phone, and a waterproof bags (or a trash bag to put your bag in) for any bags you to bring. We found the bags helpful for our towels, raincoats if we didn’t wear them, and our drinks/snacks. We also wore close toed water shoes like keens and found them to be perfect. Our adventure was the perfect amount of fun, exciting and relaxing. One of the BEST parts of the day? Allan took a ton of photos and videos for us and shared them all with us at the end for free!! That gave me the opportunity to truly enjoy the day and know I would have the photos to reflect back on for a lifetime! I would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone and if we come back we would absolutely book with them again.

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

Kristen_V, Sep 2026

One of the best days of our lives!

We had such an amazing experience on our excursion in Costa Rica! Our tour guide, Bernie, was absolutely incredible from start to finish. He was extremely knowledgeable about Costa Rica, the wildlife, the history, and the area, and he made the entire experience both fun and educational. Most importantly, we always felt safe and well taken care of. Bernie was attentive, helpful, and went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed and were comfortable throughout the entire excursion. You could truly tell how passionate he is about what he does and how much he genuinely cares about giving people a great experience. Bernie made the excursion even more memorable for us, and we are so grateful we had him as our guide. If you’re considering this excursion, we highly recommend it—and if you get Bernie as your guide, you’re in for an amazing experience! We would absolutely do this again! 🇨🇷❤️

La Fortuna: ATV Adventure Through Rainforest & Volcano Views

Wes_C, Sep 2026

Very fun, very safe, a little bit stinky

This was great! After a short safety briefing and a practice trip around a short track, you head out following the guide for a 2 hour jaunt through the forest, going over some pretty rough and muddy terrain. The ATVs are easy to control and can get up to a decent speed, and as long as you're being reasonably responsible, are perfectly safe -- we didn't feel like we were ever in danger of losing control or flipping the vehicle. There's a stop about halfway through at the river to stretch your legs, get wet if you want to, and have a quick snack, before you head back. There are some long stretches where you're driving on paved roads, which I found to be less fun than the muddy, rutted tracks in the forest, but overall this was a good time that I would do again. Two things to note: the description says there's an optional volcanic mud mask at the river, but our guide never mentioned it (not that I would have done it; the mud is not particularly inviting). Also, they provide helmets, but the helmets get quite warm and sweaty, and as a result they smell pretty bad. You get used to it (my partner has a delicate sense of smell and was fine) but it is a bit unpleasant in the beginning.

Costa Rica Guanacaste Airport ( LIR )Private Arrival Transfer

KR_T, Aug 2026

We opted to do this...

We opted to do this arrival and departure. Arrival was a little hectic without having telephone service as soon as you arrive. However people who work at the airport were very helpful. Once communicated with driver everything was smooth. Departure was great driver arrived at the hotel early and we had a smooth ride to the airport.

Flamingo, Guanacaste All Inclusive Catamaran Snorkel Adventure

Vilas_N, Aug 2026

Snorkeling tour

This was a such a great tour! Austin was a wonderful tour host. We made a mistake and booked for the wrong day, and they were willing to accommodate us. The equipment was top notch and the food they served was fantastic. They came around and made sure we had some great pictures as memories. Overall great tour and highly recommend.

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

Christine_B, Jul 2026

Beautiful day at Llanos...

Beautiful day at Llanos de Cortes. We swam in the natural pool surrounding the waterfall. Pleasant temperature. Worth a quick swim and some great photos. Saw Howler monkeys in the trees above. Next we went to the Sloth natural reserve. Saw 3-4 sloths but were treated by one climbing down from his tree to take care of his weekly bathroom run. Also saw lots of other wildlife here. The lunch was amazing with lots of native Costa Rican foods. Toucans played in the trees right by our dining area. Finally we made it to Rio Celeste only in time for it to pour. We did successfully make it to the falls but the water lost its blue color due to all the silt from the rain. The falls did have an impressive amount of water pouring down. As the rain finished up, we headed back down and all the wildlife emerged- a family of Coati, a Capuchin monkey, a Motmot, an anole, walking sticks, etc. We all very much enjoyed the day.

Blue Dolphin - Public Catamaran Tour - Tamarindo

Sonja_C, Jun 2026

Wonderful

The food and drinks were great. The weather from the tropical storm had the water not clear enough for snorkeling. I wish they would have had some life jackets instead of pool noodles especially for people like my husband that can’t float. One pool noodle was not enough for a muscular man that can’t float. I didn’t even have one for very long because I went with my hubby back to the boat and some guy grabbed mine and his and took off. But overall it was a good trip.

Catamaran Snorkel Sunset Cruise from Tamarindo or Playas del Coco

Vance_E, Feb 2026

Wonderful experience! The...

Wonderful experience! The only potential downside is if someone doesn’t like crowds, the boat can get a fair amount of people on there, which can also add to the fun, but if you want a more private experience than that might be a distraction. Food was good, beautiful surroundings, saw sea turtle, and humpback whale!