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For adventure · Tamarindo itinerary

Tamarindo for Adventure: The Best Adrenaline Itinerary

Guanacaste is an adventure playground. Here is how to spend an adrenaline trip from Tamarindo — with the best-rated active tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Zipline canopy
  2. 2Rincón hot springs
  3. 3ATV jungle
  4. 4Río Celeste hike

Zipline & volcano

Canopy lines and hot springs at Rincón de la Vieja.

ATV jungle

Off-road trails to hidden beaches.

Río Celeste

A hike to the turquoise waterfall.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Tamarindo — prices per person.

ZipLine, Horseback Riding, Tubing, Hot Springs & Lunch @ Volcano National Park
Playa Flamingo
ZipLine, Horseback Riding, Tubing, Hot Springs & Lunch @ Volcano National Park
5.0(39)·7 hours
from$230/ person
via Viator
ATV Hidden Beaches Tour
Playa Flamingo
ATV Hidden Beaches Tour
5.0(79)·3 hours
from$140/ person
via Viator
Río Celeste Waterfall & Sloth Seeking + Coffee & Chocolate Tour
Playa Flamingo
Río Celeste Waterfall & Sloth Seeking + Coffee & Chocolate Tour
5.0(36)·6 hours
from$250/ person
via Viator
Rincon de la Vieja/Santa Maria Hike & Hot Springs
Playa Hermosa
Rincon de la Vieja/Santa Maria Hike & Hot Springs
5.0(25)·3–4 hours
from$95/ person
via Viator
ATV Tours at JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort Costa Rica
Playa Hermosa
ATV Tours at JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort Costa Rica
5.0(99)·2 hours
from$90/ person
via Viator
Celeste River Waterfall and Wildlife Reserve
Tamarindo
Celeste River Waterfall and Wildlife Reserve
5.0(35)·10–11 hours
from$215/ person
via Viator
Sunset Zipline Experience Tour in Guanacaste
Tamarindo
Sunset Zipline Experience Tour in Guanacaste
5.0(11)·1h 30min
from$109/ person
via Viator
Punta Cacique ATV 4WD Jungle and Mountain Adventure in Costa Rica
Guanacaste And Northwest
Punta Cacique ATV 4WD Jungle and Mountain Adventure in Costa Rica
5.0(44)·2h 30min
from$119/ person
via Viator

Tamarindo for adventure — FAQ

What adventure activities are there in Tamarindo?
Top adrenaline options include ziplining and hot springs at Rincón de la Vieja, ATV jungle rides, surfing, and the Río Celeste waterfall hike.
What is the best adventure tour from Tamarindo?
The Rincón de la Vieja combo of ziplining, waterfalls and hot springs is the standout full-day adventure.
Is Tamarindo good for adrenaline seekers?
Yes — between volcano ziplines, ATV trails, surf and waterfall hikes, Guanacaste is one of Costa Rica’s best adventure bases.

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