Nauyaca Waterfall Adventure -All-Inclusive Full Day tour
Recommended by 99% of travelers
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Quepos, Costa Rica
- 7 to 8 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
Join this hassle-free full-day small-group tour where you visit Quepos’ impressive Nauyaca Waterfall and stop at Portalon waterfall, Playa Linda, and Dominical. Your guide and driver organize all logistics, so you don’t have to arrange transport, lunch, goggles, or snacks. Bring your bathing suit for several chances to swim in Costa Rican waters.
- Enjoy round-trip transfers to hotels in the Manuel Antonio area for ease
- Make a few new friends in this intimate small-group (max 10)
- Stay connected with onboard Wi-Fi if you like
- All snacks, bottled water, lunch, and swimmers goggles are provided for you
What's Included
- Snacks
- Lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
- WiFi on board
- Swimmers Goggles
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Operating hours.8:00 am
Itinerary
1
Playa Linda
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Portalon
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Dominical
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Nauyaca Waterfalls
4 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infant seats available
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Amber_S
This is a must see! We stopped at 4 different places and they all were beautiful! Lunch was fantastic and our tour guides Brian and Raul were very friendly, knowledgeable and wanted to make sure we had a good time.
Reviews
5.0
based on 164 reviews
Cari_C, Apr 2026
Wonderful experience! Eddie and Julian were amazing guides! We traveled with our two kids and it was safe and fun! We visited a beach, two waterfalls, and grabbed some yummy coffee!
Amie_S, Mar 2026
So much fun with great adventures! Beautiful views and great information about Costa Rica! We enjoyed every minute!
Allen_H, Mar 2026
Incredible experience with our guide Eddie . Full day well worth every penny and more . Company is so thoughtful and considerate patient with children and adults alike . Food was authentic and fresh. Accommodating vegetarians . This was the highlight of our week in Manuel Antonio!!
Notes to prepare , wear good shoes to hike the waterfall . Flip flops were a mistake for the staircase. Waterfall is beautiful and we enjoyed the climb and some of the shorter jumps . Kids had a blast. This company puts safety and the overall experience first .
Bobbie_L, Mar 2026
We had an amazing time and our guide was very knowledgeable. The waterfalls were beautiful! A definite must see.
Yazmin_E, Mar 2026
Edwin was an amazing tour guide! If there were any tours to book on your trip let it be this one! The waterfall was truly one of a kind!
Keira_O, Feb 2026
This trip was amazing. Playa Linda and Nauyaca waterfall were breathtaking! Lunch was delicious. The tour group was quite small so nice and intimate, and our guide Eddie was very personal and knowledgable. 10/10 recommend!!
Angela_S, Feb 2026
Great all around experience for an all day trip! Guides were helpful, knowledgeable and made sure we had plenty of stops for good food, coffee and bathrooms. The waterfall was breathtaking and the multiple other stops gave us a flavor of CR life. I can’t wait to see the photos the guides took to share with my family. Thanks Eddie and crew!!
Jeanette_S, Feb 2026
10 out of 10 would recommend. Eddie & Raul were fantastic hosts, helped us up a waterfall so we could jump, and told us a little background to the city and the surrounding area. Excited to see the photos and can’t wait to come back!
Amber_S, Jan 2026
This is a must see! We stopped at 4 different places and they all were beautiful! Lunch was fantastic and our tour guides Brian and Raul were very friendly, knowledgeable and wanted to make sure we had a good time.
Mindy_H, Jan 2026
This a great tour! Brian and Julian (our driver) made this tour perfect. We saw sloths, monkeys and birds. He was very tentative to our day and to make sure it was great! The waterfall is amazing! The snacks, drinks and lunch were an added plus!
Mary_P, Dec 2025
Andy with Bright Adventures was so good! He made the experience educational, fun and personable. We weren’t expecting the workout but it was all worth it. And we even got up close to a sloth - finally after day 4 in Costa Rica. It was the cherry on top for us on this tour. Andy and his driver were the best & lunch was delicious! Highly recommend.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you so much for this amazing review!
We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a great time with Andy and the Bright Adventures team. He truly loves sharing his knowledge and making each tour fun, personal, and memorable.
Seeing a sloth up close after four days in Costa Rica is definitely a pura vida moment, and we’re so happy that was the cherry on top of your experience. We’re also glad you enjoyed the delicious local lunch and felt well taken care of by Andy and our driver throughout the day.
Thank you for the high recommendation—it truly means a lot to us. We hope to welcome you back to Costa Rica for another adventure soon!
Tiffany_P, Dec 2025
Eddie and Julian were fantastic! They gave us some local history and cultural knowledge as well as some beautiful stops at Portolon, Playa Linda, and Nauyaca Waterfalls. It is a bit of a mountainous drive to get to Nauyaca; we were very glad to have our own resident experts to lead the way. Beautiful scenery, great tour. Wear waterproof hiking shoes to make the experience easier on your legs and feet.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that Eddie and Julian made your day both informative and enjoyable. Sharing local history and culture while exploring places like Portalón, Playa Linda, and the breathtaking Nauyaca Waterfalls is exactly what we love to do.
We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back to Costa Rica for another adventure soon!
Christine_N, Dec 2025
Amazing experience. Eddy was a very knowledgeable tour guide that was kind and relatable. Bryan was so helpful with taking the kids directly under the waterfall and other great spots to jump off, helping them out the entire time!
The kids had the BEST time! Recommend highly, wonderful day!
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you so much for your amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear that you and the kids had such a great time. Eddy is truly passionate about sharing the beauty of Costa Rica, and Bryan absolutely loves helping families feel confident and have fun at the waterfalls.
It means a lot to us that the kids had “the BEST time”—that’s exactly what we hope for on every tour!
We really appreciate your recommendation and hope to adventure with you again on your next visit. Pura vida! 🌿💧✨
Leann_M, Dec 2025
We loved this day! Communication with the company was easy. Our guide (Brian) and driver (Julian) were fantastic! And, I loved the food we had for lunch - it wasn't anything fancy, but it was local and delicious.
Recommendation... while you don't "have" to swim I would say that you are losing out on the experience if you don't. Just wear your swimsuit and enjoy the day.
Julian stayed with the car while the rest of us enjoyed our swims and the waterfalls so I felt that our stuff was safe.
I was so glad I booked a tour and let someone else do the driving.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re happy to hear you loved the day. Brian and Julián will be happy to hear your kind words—they truly enjoy making each tour special. We’re glad you enjoyed the local lunch and felt safe while swimming and exploring. Thank you for choosing us and for the great recommendation. Pura vida!
Madelein_R, Nov 2025
This was the best experience you can have here in Manuel Antonio. The guide was amazing, he was very knowledgeable of everything about nature, the places we visited are exceptionally beautiful, no words can describe them. Eddie was my guide and I would definitely recommend him. He was great.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you so much for your amazing words! We’re thrilled to hear this was the best experience of your time in Manuel Antonio. Eddie will be so happy to know you enjoyed his guiding and the beautiful places we visited. We truly appreciate your recommendation. Pura vida!
Cassie_T, Nov 2025
Eddie was a phenomenal guide. We happened to book this tour on a day no one else did, so it became a private excursion. Eddie was extremely informative about the local flora and fauna on the trip. He taught us a lot about Costa Rica in general and was incredibly professional. He gave us the gift of time while we visited Playa Linda and Nauyaca. Playa Linda was an unexpected treat—a gorgeous deserted beach attended only by a few locals. Walking through the rainforest to the waterfall was a surreal experience. The hike back up from the waterfall was intense, so be prepared for a lot of physical exertion. The lunch that was prepared for us after the hike was delicious. All in all, I would recommend this experience one hundred times over, especially thanks to Eddie!
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you so much for this beautiful review! I’m really happy you enjoyed the day. It was a pleasure sharing Playa Linda, the rainforest, and Nauyaca with you. I’m glad the experience felt special and that you enjoyed the lunch too. Gracias for choosing us—your kind words truly mean a lot. Pura vida!
Thomas_C, Sep 2025
Super fun tour, our guide was super knowledgeable about the area and the falls! The falls were gorgeous and the beach was perfect. There was an option to hike down to the falls or take a shuttle to the path, I highly recommend the shuttle as it’s about a 200-250 stair trail to the actual waterfall. Overall I would highly recommend!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the tour and the stunning waterfalls. Your recommendation means a lot to us — we’ll be sure to share your feedback with our guide! Pura Vida
Keoshia_B, Sep 2025
One of the best tours! The tour guide and driver went above and beyond! Not only did we see beautiful views of Costa Rica but we learned so much about the land, ate wonderful food and soaked up every minute of this experience!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you for sharing such a wonderful review! We’re so happy you enjoyed the views, food, and stories along the way. Our team loves making every moment unforgettable — pura vida from all of us at Bright Adventures Costa Rica! 🇨🇷
Ahlyssa_C, Aug 2025
Great Tour to see the waterfall. Our Tour guide was amazing and made us feel like family. He took us to a local beach, a small river waterfall, and then the main waterfall to finish off the Tour. As also enjoyed a nice lunch before we headed back to the hotel. I will definitely recommend anyone to do this Tour. The view was breathtaking and customer service was excellent.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re so glad you felt like family.
Your recommendation means a lot to us — pura vida and hope to see you again soon!
Evelyn_M, Aug 2025
The tour guides were extremely nice and friendly. Took us to many cool places including the Naucya waterfall and a beach. He was very enthusiastic about his job and did a great job of showing us the Costa Rican wildlife as well as the plants around. A very great tour guide, definitely put this on your list of things to do when visiting Costa Rica!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the waterfalls, beach, and wildlife experience. Our guides love sharing the beauty of Costa Rica. we’re so glad it made your trip unforgettable! #PuraVida
Kim_S, Jul 2025
Beautiful experience! If you swim in the waterfalls pool area, you need to be a strong swimmer and be ready for a legit hike. Even the shorter hike version is a workout so wear good shoes. I wore an old pair of tennis shoes that I also wore in the falls pool.
My teens loved climbing the rocks and jumping!
The trip to the falls was a fantastic experience too!
Our guide, Brian, was very friendly.
Ankur_C, Jul 2025
Full day amazing experience with Eddie! My kids and I recommend him, great time for everyone. Must do when you’re visiting MA
Elena_S, Jul 2025
This was hands down the best waterfall tour I have been on. Eddie is extremely knowledgeable and attentive to everyone. It’s clear that he loves what he does and makes sure everyone has the best time. This is well worth the price and is a full day adventure. Take advantage!
Gordon_B, Jul 2025
We were a group, ages 4-86! Eddie and Julian took care of us so well. We enjoyed an empty beach and fresh cut watermelon at Playa Linda. The adrenaline rush at the waterfall jumping was so fun! Even the 4 year old enjoyed it. At Nauyaca, we visited two waterfalls, perfect for our group. Had a yummy lunch and adventurous truck trek in the afternoon downpour. Every minute was just perfect!
tiffany, Jun 2025
This is an all day trip so it's a steal for the price. We traveled as a family of four, a 7 year old, four year old, and two adults. Eddie spent so much time with us at each destination. He truly loves what he does and it shows. We went to Portalon first. My daughter was afraid to jump off the waterfall, but he was patient and she did it. Next we went to playa Linda and had beautiful beach views with some fruit. The best was Nuayacca falls where Eddie helped keep us safe and got some breathtaking photos. If you want some pics for the gram, want to create more family bonding, or check off some bucket list items, this is the tour for you. My kids had a blast and you will definitely create a core memory for everyone. Don't forget, ask for Eddie, take a breath and just jump into the falls. Thank me later.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Wow, thank you for such a heartwarming review! 💚 We’re so happy to hear your family had an unforgettable adventure with Eddie — he truly loves what he does, and it shows! From the waterfalls at Portalón to the magic of Nauyaca and Playa Linda, we’re thrilled you made lasting family memories. Thanks for trusting Bright Adventures Costa Rica — and yes, sometimes the best thing to do is take a deep breath and jump! PuraVida
Doug_G, May 2025
Great day with lots to see. We even saw toucan, three sloths and a king vulture. (Apparently they are very rare) out guide was friendly, knowledgeable and fun. I highly recommend this trip.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you so much for sharing you experience! We’re thrilled you got to see such amazing wildlife — spotting a toucan, sloths, and even a king vulture is truly special! Our team loves sharing these moments with guests. Pura vida from all of us at Bright Adventures Costa Rica! 🇨🇷💚
Danielle_W, Apr 2025
We had a fun day today. Our guide Brian was a super guy. Very friendly and attentive to everyone's need. We first visited a small fall and made a stop at the beach. The highlight of the day, however, was certainly seeing the falls. When we arrived at the park, we were transferred to a smaller vehicle that took us down a very steep road. Then we walked down thru the jungle down a path to the falls. It was a great walk down. Brian pointed out information about several plants and certain trees we came across. We spent time at the falls swimming and enjoying its beauty. It is a sight to see. Eventually we walked back up and had a very good lunch followed by some relaxing times before we headed back.
It's a well worth adventure. Highly recommended!! Thanks Brian!
Response from Host, May 2025
Thank you for the great review! We’re so happy you had a fun and memorable day with Brian—he truly enjoys making the experience special for everyone. We appreciate the recommendation!
Pura Vida!
Sean_R, Apr 2025
A long drive from Manuel Antonio but once you get based the windy and rocky roads it is amazing and so worth the drive. The first stop with jumps off the rocks were great for kids and adventurous adults. We then stopped at a beautiful, very secluded beach where would could have stayed all day with perfect waves and pure sand with no shells, rocks or seaweed. Lastly, the waterfall is huge and so worth all the travel. A great, full day excursion and highly recommend if you can pull off a full day.
Response from Host, May 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re pleased to hear it was worth it and that you enjoyed the stops, especially the beach and waterfall. It means a lot that you’d recommend the tour!
Erin_Y, Apr 2025
Eddie was such an excellent guide. He told us about Costa Rica's economy, landscape, culture, etc. At the waterfalls, he showed us where to jump off rocks and made sure we were all safe. Nauyaca was truly incredible. The uphill hike back was a bit tough for me, but Eddie sat with me on a bench to do a short meditation/breathing exercise which helped a lot. Couldn't recommend highly enough!
Response from Host, May 2025
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We’re thrilled you had such a meaningful experience with Eddie—he truly goes above and beyond to ensure everyone feels safe, informed, and cared for. We’re glad the meditation moment helped and that you enjoyed the beauty of Nauyaca Falls!
Pura Vida!!!
Brandi_M, Mar 2025
Our whole family loved this tour, including our kids ages 22 and 17. Eddie took the trip from great to AMAZING!! He’s funny, friendly, extremely smart and you can tell he loves what he does. And the food was the best traditional Costa Rican meal we had on any of our tours! 10/10….would recommend this tour again. Request Eddie and there’s no way you’ll be disappointed!!
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Thank you so much for the amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear that your whole family had such a great time and that Eddie made the experience unforgettable, he truly loves what he does. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to him, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!
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