Sámara Tours

A guided tour ups your chances of seeing turtles nesting and hatching along the Costa Rica coast. Not only does your guide know the best spots for seeing turtle activity during its season, but also provides tons of insight into the turtle life cycle that you might otherwise miss.

Board either an artisan panga or a catamaran (depending on your budget) for a scenic tour of the Playa Samara coast. As you cruise along, look for sea turtles, dolphins, stingrays, and even whales during migration season. Then don your snorkeling gear to explore the waters near Isla Chora National Wildlife Refuge or the reef of Samara. Refreshments are included.

Hop aboard a boat to explore the Samara Beach area on this guided tour. Home to bottlenose and spotted dolphins, the clear waters are also a migratory route for humpback whales that are heading south during certain times of the year. After the dolphin sighting, explore the underwater sea life on your own with snorkeling gear.

Just off Samara’s coast lies Chora Island—a haven of white sand beach and aquamarine water. This kayak and snorkel tour allows you to easily paddle to Chora Island, where you can dive in the water, snorkel, and experience Costa Rica’s rich sea life. If you wish, kick back and soak up sun on the island’s deserted beach while you enjoy a selection of drinks and fresh fruit.

Escape the tourist crowds and explore some of the less-visited parts of the Samara area on horseback. This small-group tour takes you riding through the jungle and up a mountain where you'll find a spectacular ocean viewpoint. You'll also spot monkeys along the way and get the chance to gallop along a pristine beach.

Guanacaste’s tropical dry forest is one of Central America’s most vulnerable ecosystems, home to a rich variety of wildlife including howler monkeys, deer, and parrots. On this guided hiking tour, stroll through Werner Sauter Biological Reserve while your guide teaches you about the region’s wildlife and the history of indigenous people who once called these forests home. Your guide navigates, leaving you free to enjoy the scenery and spot native wildlife.

Enjoy this tour between jungle, river, and beach to the rhythm of the horses’ hooves, calm and docile. The adventure starts as soon as the gate opens: you will cross the Buenavista river followed by the observation of animals and flora in the Guanacaste forest (typical from the region). At the end of the track, the Buenavista Beach: deserted and preserved from any infrastructures. This long beach of grey sand is typically Costa Rican. Your horse will paddle in the waves of the Pacific Ocean coastline for a magic experience. We will found our way back through the field occupied by wild cows and horses. The tour last for about 2 hours and a half. We made only small group for more conviviality but if you are group of 15 you are welcome too ! Trained and passionate guides Totally Safe tour Carefully groomed and Pampered horses Selected points of interest : River , Jungle , Animals (monkeys, butterfly, birds, crocodile) & Beach More than 1000 satisfied cutomers

Costa Rica is home to an incredible amount of biodiversity, both on land and beneath the waters. Experience the underwater world during this snorkeling tour of San Juanillo, an idyllic white sand beach in Guanacaste Province. Calm clear waters in a cove protected by a coral reef guarantee a great day of marine exploration.

Barigona beach is a deserted beach. You will love to gallop on the white sand and its crystal clear water. We also cross the rivers, the jungle and the forest of Guanacaste to observe the Wildlife of Costa Rica. We will stop to talk about the fauna and flora as well as to make photo breaks and a small snack. A wonderful beach, white sand, animals through a wild forest where we will feel like alone in the world, lulled by the rhythm of the horses

Explore the Samara area on your own quad with this half-day guided tour. After a safety briefing and driver training, ride through the hills and jungles while taking in the mountaintop views and spotting local wildlife with help from your guide. After the ride, stop at an area beach to enjoy a swim.

Explore the waters and mangroves in the Samara Beach area on this guided kayaking tour. Paddle along the Ora River through mangrove tunnels, heading toward Camaronal Beach. Be on the lookout for native birds along the way. At the beach, enjoy refreshments including juices and beer while you learn more about the area's ecosystem.

Enjoy an easy introduction to kayaking and the tropical riches of the River Ora on this tour from Playa Samana and Carillo. With coaching and equipment included, there’s minimal effort on your part and you’ll paddle the quiet waters behind a guide. Spot monkeys, birds, and other species; glide by lush mangroves, and stop for snacks; all as your guide points out sights and shares information on the river’s ecosystem.

Take a guided hike in the rain forest around Rincon de la Vieja and spend the afternoon relaxing at the Blue River Resort & Hot Springs on this 9-hour tour from Sámara. Welcome cocktail, lunch, and round-trip transportation from your Sámara hotel provided.

We start our 2:00 hours adventure on the Tempique River, surrounding Palo Verde National Park. You would enjoy the dry forest vegetation; mangroves, perfect for birds habitats and for some other common animals from this region. You would also witness the transit of tons of different birds, local and migratory. You would get to see a wide variety of animals such as: Piches, Jesus birds, Macaws, Herons (Egretta Thula), Tiger Herons, Guacacos, WoodStorks, Jabiru birds, Wild turkeys, Kingfishers, Iguanas, Common Basilisks, American Cocodriles, Coatis, Raccons, Capuchino and Howler Monkeys, deers and a lot more.

Swap humans for wildlife on a half-day tour to Chora Island. Traveling by kayak allows you to reach parts of the coastline that are usually inaccessible, while exploring with a guide increases your chances of spotting marine life and land creatures twofold. Plus, this tour’s short duration makes it ideal for time-pressed travelers.

Explore the coastal and inland scenery of Samara on a sunset ATV tour that takes you from a mountaintop summit to some of Guanacaste’s best beaches. Escape the crowds as you rumble along backroads and dirt trails, stopping to swim and snack on fresh fruit on the white sand of Barrigona Beach. Finish your off-road adventure with a memorable Pacific sunset from a special vantage point.

Seeing the turtles lay their eggs is a unique experience and when it comes to the arrival it is even more because there are literally so many turtles that you can barely walk. Arrivals commonly occur at Ostional beach only 3 days a month based on tides and phase of the moon, however, the turtles themselves are the ones that decide, so the dates are unpredictable. Turtles always lay their eggs on the same beach, which is also the same where they were born, which makes the experience even more special. Depending on the time the guides, who will do everything possible to see turtles, will take them in case of arrival to the Ostional refuge or a fairly popular option is the Camaronal refuge where there are no arrivals, but you have good opportunities to see turtles in less quantity and even newborns

Combine a zipline adventure with a relaxing afternoon at Blue River Resort & Hot Springs on this tour from Sámara. Fly down nine ziplines through the canopy and try out the Tarzan swing, then refuel with lunch and some free time at the resort. Round-trip transportation from Sámara hotels included.

Chora Island is a lightly-trafficked haven of white sand beach located just off Samara’s coast. This stand-up paddleboard and snorkel tour allows you to easily paddle to the island, where you can dive in the water, snorkel, and experience Costa Rica’s rich sea life. If you wish, kick back and soak up sun on Chora Island’s deserted beach while you enjoy a selection of drinks and fresh fruit.

Go river tubing down the rushing Rio Azul, then relax at the Blue River Resort & Hot Springs on this 9-hour trip from Sámara. All activities, entrance fees, lunch, and round-trip transportation from Sámara hotels are included.

Crossing and/or upriver to observe wading birds, water lizards and maybe the Crocodile! Exploring the jungle and the wonderful forest of Guanacaste and its wildlife: Koatis, howler monkeys, armadillos, birds and multicoloured butterflies… Shower for ponies after the walk. Childrens and adults will be on horseback. The guide keeps the ponies of the little ones on a leash. The stools are adapted. We have helmets and ponies very, very docile. Multiple informations about the fauna and flora. Photo break. Snack break Trained and passionate guides Totally Safe tour Carefully groomed and Pampered horses Selected points of interest : River , Jungle , Animals (monkeys, butterfly, birds, crocodile) More than 1000 satisfied cutomers

There are tons of options for hiking and swimming in Costa Rica, but very few involve dinosaurs. This tour to Blue River Resort and Dino Park Blue River lets you explore an exciting side of Rincon de la Vieja National Park complete with waterfalls, hot springs, and botanical gardens, plus admission to the life-size dinosaur displays at Dino Park. Tack on spa services for little luxury.

Just south of Playa Carrillo is Punta Islita, home to the Macaw Recovery Network (previously The Ara Project), a conservation organization dedicated to the survival of Costa Rica’s native macaws. Previously extinct in this area of Guanacaste, the Scarlet Macaw is now back! The site in Punta Islita is home to the organization’s Macaw Refuge and Breeding Center, where rescued or injured birds from both species that can not be released are kept for breeding purposes. Their young are then released into the wild. Over 50 Scarlet Macaws have been released, creating the now famous Wild Scarlet Macaw Reserve, a must see when visiting the Nicoya Peninsula.

Bay to Bay SUP is a test for your endurance and adventurous spirit. You will learn the basics of Stand Up Padelling accompanied by one of our experienced guides who will make sure you learn all the safety measures, about the area and its many interesting facts. Once you are ready, paddle away in what is considered the best beach in the Pacific North of Costa Rica, Carrillo beach. Whether you're in the mood to relax in the sea or get a full-body workout, Bay to Bay SUP has something for you. we're all about creating memorable experiences unique to each and every guest. Come join us, admire the amazing landscape and enjoy the beauties Costa Rica has to offer.