Top Activities on the Ground in Playa Hermosa

Explore the sandy beaches, secluded bays, and jungle-clad shorelines around Playa Hermosa on this afternoon catamaran cruise. Admire the views as you sail along the coast, look out for dolphins and whales, and stop to swim and snorkel in a picturesque bay. While onboard, enjoy a tasty BBQ chicken lunch, grab yourself a drink from the open bar, and watch the sunset as you cruise back to shore.

There’s a good reason why Tamarindo is known as a top surf destination for beginners. In just one lesson, you can pop up on your board and ride a wave when you take a private or group lesson. Or, even upgrade to a 3-day mini-surf camp—the choice is yours when you book. No matter what you choose, hang easy knowing that all equipment and a qualified instructor are included with all packages.

Explore Costa Rica’s wild side on a 2-hour guided ATV tour in the Guanacaste region. Venture through forests, forge rivers, and comb the beach in search of wildlife sightings and a dose of adventure.

Set sail in the afternoon and take in views of the Costa Rican coastline on this tour. On board a comfortable catamaran, you’ll have the chance to spot local sea life such as whales, dolphins, turtles, rays, and seabirds. The tour also includes time to swim and snorkel or simply relax on the boat. On the sail back to Playas del Coco, you’ll catch sight of the sunset from the water.

Spend a day in the wilderness that makes Costa Rica famous on this guided ATV tour from the Guanacaste coast. Follow your guide over rivers, through thick jungle foliage, past waterfalls, and more, all while learning about the native wildlife along the way. This tour includes all equipment and safety instructions as well as hotel pickup from your Guanacaste lodging.

Pamper yourself in a volcanic spa rife with mineral-rich mud baths and hot springs on a private or small-group tour of Miravalles Volcano. Depart from the coast for an adventure in a tropical rain forest full of opportunities to swim, hike, and relax in Costa Rica’s lush wilderness.

Get your adrenaline pumping on a whitewater rafting trip down the Tenorio River, located in a red-rock canyon in the Guanacaste mountain range. Depart from Tamarindo for a day trip to Costa Rica’s nearby forests, including lunch.

Go beach hopping in Guanacaste on this ATV tour that combines action and adventure with some of Costa Rica's most beautiful beaches. Go off-roading and access areas that most travelers never see on a rugged all-terrain vehicle that can handle dirt roads and sand. Get local insight into coastal life from a guide, and stop to take photos at famously gorgeous Flamingo, Brasilito, and Potrero beaches.

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 2-hour 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.

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!

Experience Costa Rica’s longest ocean view dual zipline with admission to Diamante Eco Adventure Park, where you can ride side by side with family and friends. Your experience includes access to the 4,461-foot (1,360-meter) zipline, as well as a Tarzan swing, ‘Quick Jump’ free fall, and a hanging bridge that dangles over crocodile-infested waters.

Max out the adrenaline (and the fun) during this full-day adventure combining a white-water rafting trip and zipline excursion. Zoom through the rain forest canopy during a series of heart-pounding zipline rides, some on cable spans as long as 3,200 feet (980 meters). Then battle the Class II and III rapids of the Balsa River. Lunch, snacks, and rafting gear are all included.

Feel the adrenaline rush of soaring over 11 different waterfalls on this small-group canopy tour at Adventure Park Costa Rica. Enjoy breathtaking views over the ocean, mountains, and rainforest on 25 zipline cables, the longest in Costa Rica. Led by a professional guide, this tour emphasizes safety and provides all the necessary equipment. Lunch and bottled water are included. Transportation to and from this Costa Rica zip line tour is an available option. Participants must be at least seven years old and weigh less than 280 pounds (127 kg).

We have the best crew in Coco, they will be there helping you have the best time of your lives. They know where the fish are!

Exchange the sun and surf for for a high-flying adventure in the misty Monteverde Cloud Forest on this full-day combo tour. Fly through the forest canopy on a 15-cable zipline course featuring a gravity-defying Superman cable and a Tarzan swing, and slow down for a closer look at Monteverde's rich biodiversity while walking through the tree tops along a series of hanging bridges. In between adventures, replenish your energy with a typical Costa Rican lunch.

Experience two thrilling activities in one day on this action-packed full-day tour from La Fortuna. Get your adrenaline pumping as you rappel, climb, and zip-line on a canyoning adventure, then tackle Class II and III rapids as you try white water rafting on the Balsa River. Hotel pick-up and lunch is included.

We look forward to greeting you with a refreshing tropical drink made just for you. As you arrive at our treasured rainforest, you’ll be surprised to witness the difference in scenery: you are suddenly in a lush, tall, green forest when minutes ago you drove through what seemed like the endless dry fields of Guanacaste. After you’ve finished your tropical drink, and you have to changed with comfortable clothes, we will take you hiking through Sensoria’s enchanting jungle trail. Prepare for bright blue water springs, deliciously warm thermal pools, rushing waterfalls and the chance to see some of Costa Rica’s famed wildlife, naturally protected in this private wildlife sanctuary at the skirts of Rincón de la Vieja Volcano. After a nice walk through the rainforest, you will come back to the main house and enjoy a delicious lunch, made with our fresh ingredients.

This activity allows you to combine traditions, adventures, nature and relaxation ... a perfect day where the main souvenir will be your memories. Let us pamper you in the best VIP style, you deserve it!

Costa Rica’s tropical dry forests are home to leafy deciduous trees and a diverse array of wildlife such as howler monkeys, parrots, and deer. This canopy tour allows you to experience the forest’s biodiversity up close as you zipline through the canopy on 11 different cables. Enjoy a bird’s-eye view of the forest, fly far above the ground, and appreciate Costa Rica’s threatened tropical dry forest during this family-friendly excursion.

Get the ultimate adrenaline fix with this action-filled combo tour and spend a full day exploring the Colorado River Canyon in Guanacaste. First, strap on your safety harness and take to the treetops for an exhilarating canopy tour, complete with high-speed zip-lines, hanging bridges, a climbing wall and observation platforms overlooking the dramatic canyon. After lunch (included), tackle the class II and III rapids of the mighty Colorado River as you hurtle downstream on a water tube. Finally, saddle up to complete your adventure on horseback, with a scenic trek through the forest.

This fun filled day has something for everyone and is sure to please the adrenaline seeker as well as the nature lover. Afterwards, take a thrilling ride down the 420-meter long waterslide that snakes through the tropical dry forest floor and shoots you into a fresh water pool. Enjoy the natural spa, thermal water pools and volcanic mud prior to relaxing in the various thermal pools. After working up an appetite, sit down and enjoy a 5 course gourmet organic lunch, comprised of a variety of typical Costa Rican dishes and a natural tropical fruit beverage.

Experience a classic Costa Rican thrill with a half-day zipline adventure from Guanacaste. Feel the tropical breeze on your face and watch the treetops whiz by as you soar through the rain forest on a series of elevated platforms connected by zipline cables. Expert guides are on hand the entire time to get you properly equipped and ensure your safety during this high-flying canopy tour.

Combine a the best of Costa Rica’s adventure tourism into a single day-long excursion from the Guanacaste coast to the foothills of Rincon de la Vieja volcano. Fill your day with rock climbing, rappelling, tubing, and horseback riding, topped off by a rejuvenating mud wrap at a volcanic hot spring.

Combine high-adrenaline activities with a relaxing natural spa retreat on this great-value full-day adventure tour from Playa Flamingo. Kick things off with a thrilling zip-line canopy tour and make like Tarzan as you swing through the treetops before splashing down a 1200-foot (366-meter) water-slide. After lunch (included), saddle up for a horseback ride along sandy beaches or scenic jungle trails. Finally, unwind with a soak in natural hot springs and a therapeutic volcanic mud bath.