Off-road in Guanacaste

Guanacaste - Palo Verde National Park tour with River Tempisque cruise

Nourished by the River Tempisque, the fertile lands of Palo Verde National Park provide sanctuary to a mind-boggling line-up of exotic birds and other wildlife. This tour gives you exclusive access to the reserve, world-renowned for its biodiversity and natural beauty. Jose, one of our expert local guides, says "Palo Verde is home to around 280 different species of birds, but the most common are waterfowl and forest birds – there's an estimated 50,000 of them living there."Your adventure kicks off with a cruise down the Tempisque. And being the only boat out on the river at this time of day means you'll have it all to yourself. What better way to see wild animals in their natural habitat? You'll enjoy unobscured views of a multitude of nesting birds – there's a vast number of heron species – howler monkeys, iguanas and even crocodiles basking on the riverbanks. From here, you'll head to a farm at one of the nearby local communities, where you can see how people in this part of Costa Rica live. You'll learn about the produce they grow and their traditional farming methods. During your tour of the land, your guide will tell you about the history and traditions of the region. Since this place is nestled in the countryside, there are plenty of sprawling views for you to snap pictures of, too. You'll have plenty of time to fill your phone before starting the return journey back to your accommodation.

Guanacaste - Congo trail canopy zip-lining tour in Costa Rica

No holiday to Costa Rica is ever complete without soaring through the jungle canopy on a zip-line. After all, 25% of the entire country is protected land, so seeing it as you whizz along a zip-line is a must-try. This experience includes your transfers to and from an adventure park nestled in the greenery, where you'll throw on some safety equipment, get a briefing from the experts that run the place and start your zip-lining experience.

Guanacaste - Mega Combo Buena Vista Experience

Whether you want to zoom through the treetops on a zip line, plunge down an extreme waterslide or take a horseback ride in wildlife-packed jungle, Buena Vista Adventure Centre serves up some of Costa Rica's top thrills. And when you need to slow things down, there's a tasty local lunch and a well-earned soak in a hot volcanic spring to enjoy.

Guanacaste - Regular Surf Lessons

At the heart of the Costa Rican surfing scene, Playa Tamarindo is one of the best spots to hit the waves. With excellent breaks and year-round warm water, the well-known beach makes for the perfect surf lesson location for beginner and advanced surfers alike. During this 2-hour class, amateurs can grasp the basics on land before hitting the waves, while experienced surfers will hone their skills alongside an expert instructor.

Guanacaste - Transfer from Papagayo Hotels to Liberia Airport

Enjoy the ease of a direct transfer from your hotel and save time by having a scheduled pickup, relaxing in an A/C Vehicle and benefitting from shared transportation.

Guanacaste - Transfer from Liberia airport to Dreams Las Mareas

Enjoy the ease of transportation on arrival and save time be being met by an airport rep and relax in an A/C Vehicle while you benefit from shared transportation.

Guanacaste - Transfer from Liberia airport to Tamarindo or Playa Flamingo

Enjoy the ease of transportation on arrival and save time by being met by an airport rep. Relax in an A/C Vehicle and benefit from shared transportation.

Guanacaste - Jungle river cruise at Palo Verde National Park

Book a jungle rive cruise and sail through the Palo Verde National Park, along the Tempisque River. Admire the nature of Costa Rica and spot the countries diverse wildlife from monkeys and crocodiles to colorful birds.

Guanacaste - Arenal Volcano and hot springs guided with meals from Guanacaste

Indulge in breakfast at Café Macadamia plus a typical Costa Rican lunch. Walk through the rainforest of Arenal Volcano and gasp at the hanging bridges. Relax in the mineral hot springs.

Guanacaste - Guanacaste Wildlife Tour

Most of Costa Rica's rich wildlife lives in the upper levels of the trees. So what better way to see them than a suspended bridge hike, high above the jungle floor. Spot spider monkeys, sleepy sloths and 400 species of tropical birds alongside an expert guide. And after a refreshing swim in Llanos del Cortes waterfall and a Costa Rican lunch, you'll spend the afternoon floating down the river on a raft.

Guanacaste - Diamante Eco Park Horse Riding Tour

Saddle up for the ride of your life on this horse riding tour at Diamante Eco Adventure Park. With no previous experience required, you'll don your helmet for a lazy ride through tropical forests, spotting backcountry wildlife along the way. There's even a stop off at a beach, where you can take in spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean.

Guanacaste - Diamonte Eco Park Single Quad Bike Tour

Thrill-seekers will love this off-road adventure at Diamante Eco Park. With an experienced guide in tow, you'll whizz through jungle and tropical forests on a quad bike, spotting wildlife along the way. Then, round off the tour heading uphill for the chance to take in the views of the surrounding Pacific Ocean.

Guanacaste - Diamonte Eco Park Double Quad Bike Tour

Thrill-seekers will love this off-road adventure at Diamante Eco Park. With an experienced guide in tow, you'll whizz through jungle and tropical forests on a quad bike, spotting wildlife along the way. Then, round off the tour heading uphill for the chance to take in the views of the surrounding Pacific Ocean.

Guanacaste - Diamante Eco Park Animal Sanctuary Discovery Ticket

Visit Guanacaste's largest animal sanctuary to learn first-hand, all there is to know about Costa Rica's rarest wildlife. During a day out at Diamante Eco Park, you'll interact with animals from viewing platforms, join in feeding times and marvel at an incredible array of species that call Costa Rica their home. What's more, there'll be a welcome drink and snack included.

Guanacaste - Diamante Eco Park Aerial Pass

Diamante Eco Park doesn't do things by half. Not only is it Guanacaste's largest animal sanctuary, it's also home to Costa Rica's longest zipline, too. Hit the heights on a thrilling 15-platform zipline course that sees you whizz along cables slung between canyons and take on a 1,360m-long Superman-style flight across tropical valleys and views over the Gulf of Papagayo.

Guanacaste - Diamante Eco Park Adventure Pass

Come face-to-face with Costa Rica's rarest wildlife at Diamante Eco Park – Guanacaste's largest animal sanctuary. Cross dizzyingly-high sky bridges in the jungle canopy to marvel at everything from small frogs to big cats. And with the Adventure Pass, you'll also get lunch at the park's first-rate restaurant, plus exclusive access to the world-class butterfly observatory.

Guanacaste - Tenorio Volcano National Park Hiking Tour with Sloth Encounter

The flora and fauna of Costa Rica come to life on this thrilling tour. It kicks off with a morning hike in the rainforests of Tenorio Volcano National Park. Admire the wildlife as you trek to the River Celeste waterfall – famed for its sky blue waters – before breaking for lunch. Then, in the afternoon, you'll have the chance to observe up-close wild animals such as sloths and tree frogs.

Guanacaste - Rum Estate & Ecological Boat Tour

This tour combines two of Costa Rica's national treasures – the wildlife of the River Tempisque and rum. You'll cruise the river, tour the Hacienda el Viejo estate and round off with a rum-tasting session on this full-day experience.After arriving at the eco-friendly Hacienda el Viejo estate, you'll kick off the adventure with a boat trip along the River Tempisque. Observe well-preserved fauna such as spoon roses or the mythical Jabiru stork as well as crocodiles or white capuchin monkeys.Then, spend the rest of the day on an exclusive rum tour, where you can tour the rick house and taste aged Sabandi rum from its oak barrels.

Guanacaste - Costa Rican Savannah Safari and Wildlife Tour

Because a quarter of Costa Rica is protected rainforest, you've got national parks, wildlife havens and nature reserves on tap. This adventure safari sees you journeying through savannah covered in velvety-green vegetation to swim under a tropical waterfall and visiting a private wildlife park to hand-feed giraffes, zebras and more.There are two ways to enjoy this exotic hideaway – a self-drive experience in a 4x4 or a private vehicle with a driver-guide. Either way, you'll get to explore the reserve, seeing the hundreds of wild animals up close and swimming in the pool below the plunging waters of La Perla waterfall.If you choose the self-drive option, you can stop in when you want and where you want while with the guided tour, you'll get the lowdown on local culture as well as the park and its animals from the knowledgeable driver.

Guanacaste - Sensoria Rainforest hiking tour

The northeastern slope of Rincón de la Vieja volcano is swathed in rainforest. And it makes for some of the most exotic hiking trails in Costa Rica. Trek through an exclusive private estate packed with wildlife and endemic flora. You may even get the chance to bathe in a thermal stream. A traditional local lunch is also included. As you hike through the jungle, you'll reach waterfalls, streams and thermal springs, and see colourful orchids and wildlife. Here, tapirs, howler monkeys and pumas roam freely. You'll visit waterfalls – some tinted electric blue – before reaching the hot springs. Depending on the season, you can slide into the warm volcanic water.