Top Guanacaste and Northwest Half-day Tours

Part of what makes Costa Rica the world's premier destination for ecotourism is its extensive coastlines. Explore the waters off Guanacaste aboard the Blue Dolphin, a 40-foot catamaran that slices through the surf and offers a fully stocked bar, paddle boards and kayaks for your enjoyment. Breathe in the salt spray and keep a lookout for dolphins, turtles, whales, and spectacular coastal views.

This sunset cruise includes snorkeling and kayaking 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.

Experience popular Costa Rican activities on this combination adventure tour. First, hop on an off-road buggy and hit the area's rugged terrain, riding through rivers and over mountain trails. You’ll head to a sloth rescue refuge, which rehabilitates injured, orphaned, or confiscated wildlife. The habitats are designed to provide a natural setting for the animals and allows visitors to experience up-close, safe viewing of sloths, monkeys, jaguars, toucans, pumas, and more. The tour ends with a stop at different area beaches.

Get your adrenaline pumping and discover the jungles of Costa Rica on an exciting ATV tour. Alongside a private guide, enjoy the challenge of navigating rugged terrain, passing through towns, mountains, and beaches. Once you reach Panama Beach, enjoy time to swim in the sea or simply relax on the sand.

Watch the sun slip into the Pacific Ocean on a 4-hour sailing tour from the Guanacaste to a white sand beach with remarkable snorkeling. Enjoy unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks as you cast off, and watch for the dolphins, whales and turtles that thrive along the scenic coastline. Drop anchor to explore with a guide or at your own pace, swim alongside brilliant fish and bright coral, then watch the first stars appear as you steer back towards the shore.

Admire views of Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast from the water as you cruise past golden beaches and scenic bays. With this tour, set sail in the afternoon, dive in to swim and snorkel in an area known for its diverse marine life, or try kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding. Then, relax on board your private catamaran and enjoy unlimited drinks and snacks as you watch the magnificent sunset over the ocean.

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.

Set sail from Tamarindo in time to catch the sunset on this afternoon sailing tour. Snack and grab a drink from the open bar while admiring views of the Guanacaste coast, or go for an adventure using included kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and snorkel equipment. As a bonus, this eco-conscious boat is low emission and serves all of its food and beverages in reusable materials—no single-use plastic on board.

Set sail for a relaxing afternoon of tropical breezes, cool cocktails, and an unforgettable sunset on this catamaran cruise from Flamingo Beach. Sit back and catch some rays on a boat equipped with trampolines, a freshwater shower, and other plush amenities, and unwind with free-flowing drinks from an open bar. Add an element of adventure with a snorkeling stop to explore Costa Rica's colorful marine life.

Operating since 2004, Blue Dolphin is the original sailing tour in Tamarindo and longest running in Guanacaste. Our friendly, bi-lingual, licensed crew will work hard to make your trip aboard Blue Dolphin a memorable one. Our freshly prepared food is designed to satisfy everyone, including vegetarians and vegans. Our signature drink, the Blue Dolphin Especial, is a tropical taste of paradise. Our tour is great for any type of group such as family, friends, wedding party or birthday party.

Costa Rica has many unique places sights. One of the most famous is the majestic Rio Celeste located in the canton of Guatuso in the province of Alajuela, inside the Tenorio Volcano National Park. • Visit one of the most famous areas in Costa Rica. • Discover Celeste River Waterfall. • Enjoy a walk on the trails through the Tenorio Volcano National Park.

We guarantee to watch Iconic animals from Costa Rica in their natural habitat, such as Monkeys, sloths, red-eyed tree frogs, crocodiles and more, combined with the adrenaline of floating in Corobici River. also discover the local life style of Costa Ricans.

Soak up the warm Pacific sun with a refreshing drink in hand on this afternoon catamaran cruise from Coco Beach. Get comfortable on spacious decks and trampolines, and cool off with a swimming and snorkeling stop to explore Costa Rica's vibrant marine life. Cap off your day in paradise with a memorable sunset over the ocean.

This guided tour to Palo Verde National Park from the Guanacaste area is an easy way to see some of the wildlife that makes Costa Rica famous without going too far out of your way. Take private transit out to the park, and then hop onto a leisurely river cruise for chances to see iguanas, birds, monkeys, and more in the wild. Park fees and transportation are included in tour price for a good value.

Get off the beaten path in Tamarindo on a kayak tour to Las Baulas National Marine Park. Latin America's largest mangrove estuary is only accessible by water, so you're sure to escape the crowds. No kayaking experience is necessary, as a nature guide shows you the basics and leads you on a peaceful paddle and hike to spot native Costa Rican wildlife like howler monkeys, iguanas, and exotic birds.

Start your day off right with this morning small-group sailing and snorkeling tour. Cruise through the Gulf of Papagayo and jump off board into the warm Costa Rican waters on a guided snorkel before relaxing on a secluded beach. Keep your eyes peeled on the sail back to Playas del Coco as, depending on the time of year, there's a good chance of spotting sea turtles, dolphins, rays, and whales.

A refreshing day trip, this tour from the Guanacaste area takes you for a dip in a waterfall and a tour of a coffee farm. Swim in the beautiful pool of Llanos del Cortez Waterfall—a favorite for its multiple cascades—and then learn about coffee from bean to cup on a tour of a working farm with an industry professional. Between attractions, learn about Costa Rica culture from your guide.

In the powerful Jet Skis feel the pure adrenaline in a blue sea and white sand. On the ATV expedition explore exotic beaches, local towns, trails, wild life, wonderfull views. Private Adveture.

Experience a variety of activities in once convenient and scenic location on this family-friendly tour. Drive all-terrain vehicles, go horseback riding to the top of a mountain, and zipline through the rain forest canopy. You’ll also visit a monkey sanctuary which has a snake exhibit and a petting zoo. A professional guide is with you the whole way to ensure safety, especially for the little ones.

Take a break from the crowded beaches of Tamarindo and explore the waterways of Las Baulas National Park on this exciting boat safari. Board your private vessel and take a leisurely trip through the mangrove forests. As you ride, your captain provides commentary on the local ecosystem and points out animals such as howler monkeys, crocodiles, iguanas, and tropical birds.

Sail into the sunset on this Tamarindo catamaran cruise aboard a comfortable 40-foot (12 meter) deck. Swim and snorkel as you enjoy the last rays of the afternoon at Playa Huevo—there’s a good chance you won’t see anyone else at the under-the-radar location—and then head back to Tamarindo while watching the sunset. Plus, an open bar means your cup is never empty.

Visit the Miravalles Volcano region on a full-day tour from Playa Hermosa in Guanacaste. Experience the geothermal features of Miravalles, known as the ‘Yellowstone of Costa Rica,’ including picturesque steam vents, hot springs, and natural mud baths. Take in the scenic landscape, and treat yourself to a soak and ‘mud facial’ at the thermal pools. Your tour includes lunch, entrance fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Spend the afternoon sailing and snorkeling in a secluded cove on this off-the-beaten-path excursion. A sailboat takes you to otherwise inaccessible coves that are teeming with marine life and lined by pristine beaches, making this an ideal tour for snorkeling enthusiasts or anyone who wants to get away from the crowds and relax on the beach.

It's no mystery that Costa Rica has some of the best beaches in the world, but many of them are secluded and hard to visit if you don’t know the way. This Tamarindo Secluded Beaches ATV and Snorkel Tour leads the way through forests and back trails by ATV to reach awesome snorkeling locations near Playa Conchal. During your drive and time in the water, you’ll spot wildlife like iguanas, monkey, octopus, and eels.