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Tours and experiences in Guanacaste

Guanacaste brings together warm Pacific beaches, dry tropical forest, volcanic landscapes and a strong sabanero cultural identity. Sail, dive, surf or paddle along the coast, then explore rivers, wildlife, hot springs, waterfalls, ziplining, horseback riding and rural communities inland.

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WHY VISIT

Experience Guanacaste, your way

  • Pacific sailing, snorkeling and diving
  • Surfing, kayaking and watersports
  • Volcano, hot spring and waterfall adventures
  • Wildlife, haciendas and Guanacaste culture
BEST FOR

Beaches, ocean adventures, families, groups, wellness and multi-activity days

PLAN YOUR VISIT

Guanacaste is a large province, so travel time depends heavily on your beach or hotel location. Check pickup zones before booking and choose experiences clustered in the same area when possible.

LOCAL EXPERIENCES

Things to do in Guanacaste

Explore 29 experiences from local hosts.

Scenic River Safari at Palo VerdeNature

Scenic River Safari at Palo Verde

Listed operator: Hacienda El Viejo Wetlands

Coming soon · Próximamente

Price available on request. Transport quoted separately. Rates valid through December 2026.

The Cultural Heritage JourneyCulture

The Cultural Heritage Journey

Listed operator: Hacienda El Viejo Wetlands

Coming soon · Próximamente

Price available on request. Transport quoted separately. Rates valid through December 2026.

A Rum Tasting ExperienceGastronomy

A Rum Tasting Experience

Listed operator: Hacienda El Viejo Wetlands

Coming soon · Próximamente

Price available on request. Transport quoted separately. Rates valid through December 2026.

Immersive Craft Beer DiscoveryGastronomy

Immersive Craft Beer Discovery

Listed operator: Hacienda El Viejo Wetlands

Coming soon · Próximamente

Price available on request. Transport quoted separately. Rates valid through December 2026.

La Bolsa WetlandsNature

La Bolsa Wetlands

Listed operator: Hacienda El Viejo Wetlands

Coming soon · Próximamente

Price available on request. Transport quoted separately. Rates valid through December 2026.

Hacienda El Viejo · 1 activityCulture

Hacienda El Viejo · 1 activity

Listed operator: Hacienda El Viejo Wetlands

Coming soon · Próximamente

Adult: US$67.00 per person, VAT included. Children ages 5–11: US$43.00 per person. Transport quoted separately. Rates valid through December 2026.

Hacienda El Viejo · 2 activitiesCulture

Hacienda El Viejo · 2 activities

Listed operator: Hacienda El Viejo Wetlands

Coming soon · Próximamente

Adult: US$85.00 per person, VAT included. Children ages 5–11: US$55.00 per person. Transport quoted separately. Rates valid through December 2026.

Hacienda El Viejo · 3 activitiesCulture

Hacienda El Viejo · 3 activities

Listed operator: Hacienda El Viejo Wetlands

Coming soon · Próximamente

Adult: US$100.00 per person, VAT included. Children ages 5–11: US$66.00 per person. Transport quoted separately. Rates valid through December 2026.

Hacienda El Viejo · 1 activity with lunchCulture

Hacienda El Viejo · 1 activity with lunch

Listed operator: Hacienda El Viejo Wetlands

Coming soon · Próximamente

Adult: US$80.00 per person, VAT included. Children ages 5–11: US$52.00 per person. Transport quoted separately. Rates valid through December 2026.

Hacienda El Viejo · 2 activities with lunchCulture

Hacienda El Viejo · 2 activities with lunch

Listed operator: Hacienda El Viejo Wetlands

Coming soon · Próximamente

Adult: US$95.00 per person, VAT included. Children ages 5–11: US$63.00 per person. Transport quoted separately. Rates valid through December 2026.

Hacienda El Viejo · 3 activities with lunchCulture

Hacienda El Viejo · 3 activities with lunch

Listed operator: Hacienda El Viejo Wetlands

Coming soon · Próximamente

Adult: US$111.00 per person, VAT included. Children ages 5–11: US$74.00 per person. Transport quoted separately. Rates valid through December 2026.

Hacienda El Viejo · Full Day: 4 activities with lunchCulture

Hacienda El Viejo · Full Day: 4 activities with lunch

Listed operator: Hacienda El Viejo Wetlands

Coming soon · Próximamente

Adult: US$126.00 per person, VAT included. Children ages 5–11: US$85.00 per person. Transport quoted separately. Rates valid through December 2026.

Culture

La Colina Gold Mine in Abangares

Listed operator: Sinwa Tours & Monteverde Express

Coming soon · Próximamente

Published 2027 reference: US$310.75 per person, VAT included. Final WTG prices, visitor categories and child rates will be confirmed before reservations open.

Culture

Farallón de Cañas: Ancestral Rock Art

Listed operator: Sinwa Tours & Monteverde Express

Coming soon · Próximamente

Published 2027 reference: US$333.35 per person, VAT included. Final WTG prices, visitor categories and child rates will be confirmed before reservations open.

Guachipelín · Adventure day with horseback ridingAdventure

Guachipelín · Adventure day with horseback riding

Listed operator: Hacienda Guachipelín

Coming soon · Próximamente

Adult reference: US$145.77 per person, including 13% VAT. Ages 13–17: US$141.25; ages 4–12: US$134.47, VAT included. Activity minimum ages still apply. Reference rates apply December 21, 2025–December 20, 2027. Availability must be confirmed.

Guachipelín · Canyon canopy and hot springsAdventure

Guachipelín · Canyon canopy and hot springs

Listed operator: Hacienda Guachipelín

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Adult reference: US$101.70 per person, including 13% VAT. Ages 13–17: US$96.05; ages 4–12: US$84.75, VAT included. Activity minimum ages still apply. Reference rates apply December 21, 2025–December 20, 2027. Availability must be confirmed.

Guachipelín · Adventure day without horseback ridingAdventure

Guachipelín · Adventure day without horseback riding

Listed operator: Hacienda Guachipelín

Coming soon · Próximamente

Adult reference: US$134.47 per person, including 13% VAT. Ages 13–17: US$129.95; ages 4–12: US$123.17, VAT included. Activity minimum ages still apply. Reference rates apply December 21, 2025–December 20, 2027. Availability must be confirmed.

Guachipelín · Las Pailas, Oropéndola and hot springsNature

Guachipelín · Las Pailas, Oropéndola and hot springs

Listed operator: Hacienda Guachipelín

Coming soon · Próximamente

Adult reference: US$107.35 per person, including 13% VAT. Ages 13–17: US$107.35; ages 4–12: US$84.75, VAT included. Activity minimum ages still apply. Reference rates apply December 21, 2025–December 20, 2027. Availability must be confirmed.

Guachipelín · River adventure and hot springsAdventure

Guachipelín · River adventure and hot springs

Listed operator: Hacienda Guachipelín

Coming soon · Próximamente

Adult reference: US$107.35 per person, including 13% VAT. Ages 13–17: US$101.70; ages 4–12: US$90.40, VAT included. Activity minimum ages still apply. Reference rates apply December 21, 2025–December 20, 2027. Availability must be confirmed.

Guachipelín · Waterfall canyoning and hot springsAdventure

Guachipelín · Waterfall canyoning and hot springs

Listed operator: Hacienda Guachipelín

Coming soon · Próximamente

Adult reference: US$111.87 per person, including 13% VAT. Ages 13–17: US$107.35; ages 4–12: US$96.05, VAT included. Activity minimum ages still apply. Reference rates apply December 21, 2025–December 20, 2027. Availability must be confirmed.

Guachipelín · Oropéndola horseback ride and hot springsAdventure

Guachipelín · Oropéndola horseback ride and hot springs

Listed operator: Hacienda Guachipelín

Coming soon · Próximamente

Adult reference: US$101.70 per person, including 13% VAT. Ages 13–17: US$96.05; ages 4–12: US$84.75, VAT included. Activity minimum ages still apply. Reference rates apply December 21, 2025–December 20, 2027. Availability must be confirmed.

Guachipelín · Río Negro hot springs and lunchWellness

Guachipelín · Río Negro hot springs and lunch

Listed operator: Hacienda Guachipelín

Coming soon · Próximamente

Adult reference: US$59.89 per person, including 13% VAT. Ages 13–17: US$59.89; ages 4–12: US$44.07, VAT included. Activity minimum ages still apply. Reference rates apply December 21, 2025–December 20, 2027. Availability must be confirmed.

Marlin del Rey · Morning catamaran from TamarindoOcean

Marlin del Rey · Morning catamaran from Tamarindo

Listed operator: Marlin del Rey

Coming soon · Próximamente

Adult reference: US$90 per person; children ages 6–11 US$75; ages 0–5 free. 13% VAT included. Gratuities and transportation are separate. Reference rates for 2026; applicability for your date must be reconfirmed.

Marlin del Rey · Sunset catamaran from TamarindoOcean

Marlin del Rey · Sunset catamaran from Tamarindo

Listed operator: Marlin del Rey

Coming soon · Próximamente

Adult reference: US$125 per person; children ages 6–11 US$75; ages 0–5 free. 13% VAT included. Gratuities and transportation are separate. Reference rates for 2026; applicability for your date must be reconfirmed.

Marlin del Rey · Morning catamaran from Playas del CocoOcean

Marlin del Rey · Morning catamaran from Playas del Coco

Listed operator: Marlin del Rey

Coming soon · Próximamente

Adult reference: US$90 per person; children ages 6–11 US$75; ages 0–5 free. 13% VAT included. Gratuities and transportation are separate. Reference rates for 2026; applicability for your date must be reconfirmed.

Marlin del Rey · Sunset catamaran from Playas del CocoOcean

Marlin del Rey · Sunset catamaran from Playas del Coco

Listed operator: Marlin del Rey

Coming soon · Próximamente

Adult reference: US$125 per person; children ages 6–11 US$75; ages 0–5 free. 13% VAT included. Gratuities and transportation are separate. Reference rates for 2026; applicability for your date must be reconfirmed.

Marlin del Rey · Morning private catamaranOcean

Marlin del Rey · Morning private catamaran

Listed operator: Marlin del Rey

Coming soon · Próximamente

Private-group quote required. Supplier-suggested retail base for one catamaran: US$2,750 for up to 25 guests; US$90 per additional guest, up to 75 guests total. Includes 13% VAT. This is a group price, not a per-person price. Larger multi-boat charters require a separate quote. Rate applicability must be reconfirmed.

Marlin del Rey · Sunset private catamaranOcean

Marlin del Rey · Sunset private catamaran

Listed operator: Marlin del Rey

Coming soon · Próximamente

Private-group quote required. Supplier-suggested retail base for one catamaran: US$4,000 for up to 30 guests; US$115 per additional guest, up to 75 guests total. Includes 13% VAT. This is a group price, not a per-person price. Larger multi-boat charters require a separate quote. Year-end private afternoon rates may differ; dates and surcharge require confirmation. Rate applicability must be reconfirmed.

Marlin del Rey · Full-day private catamaranOcean

Marlin del Rey · Full-day private catamaran

Listed operator: Marlin del Rey

Coming soon · Próximamente

Private-group quote required. Supplier-suggested retail base for one catamaran: US$6,800 for up to 40 guests; US$140 per additional guest, up to 75 guests total. Includes 13% VAT. This is a group price, not a per-person price. Larger multi-boat charters require a separate quote. Rate applicability must be reconfirmed.

TRAVEL PLANNING

Frequently asked questions about Guanacaste

What are the best tours in Guanacaste?

Popular options include catamaran sailing, snorkeling, diving, surfing, river wildlife tours, ziplining, horseback riding, waterfalls, volcanic hot springs and cultural hacienda visits.

Can I take tours from Guanacaste beach resorts?

Many operators offer pickup from established resort and beach areas, sometimes with an additional fee. Confirm the exact pickup zone and driving time before payment.

Is Guanacaste good for families?

Yes. Beach activities, wildlife cruises, gentle rafting, cultural visits and multi-activity parks provide options for different ages. Review each experience's safety and age requirements.

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