UTV Buggy 4x4 Secluded Beach Tour from Tamarindo

We started in Huacas in our 4 seater UTV. We drove through several rural villages on the way to the beaches and we were able to see rural Costa Rica. We did drive through a couple flooded areas in the road. We drove to Playa Real and Puerto Viejo. The beaches were very nice and we swam for a bit at each one. (We wore our swimsuits under our clothes.) It was an enjoyable tour. This is not an offroading experience.

Booked this excursion before our vacation. Better than expected. Lunch was phenomenal... Our guide was so guide and stopped along the way to point out animals along our trail. Highly recommend booking longer tour and have lunch at Bahia... Excellent view and food

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Our tour guy Gilbert was the best, got a private tour of few beaches along with pirates bay with our 4x4. Took us to the beach and got to drift the 4x4, awesome experience!! Now I have to bring the family back, very kids friendly and I recommend everyone to try Native Way tours. A++ will definitely do again.

If I’m being generous, the nicest summary I can give of our experience is “meh”. The descriptions and photographs promoting the tour by the operator and through Marriott Bonvoy were grossly exaggerated. When they write, “You will begin your experience driving through the beautiful dry tropical forest. By using back roads…” the emphasis is on back roads. >95% of the trip was on dirt roads, shared with normal traffic. Any images of UTVs driving through water are highly curated. In reality, the only water encountered were creeks crossing low points in the roads. Time at the beach was limited to 15 minutes and there was, definitely not enough time for snorkeling, as suggested on their trip advisor description.

Tour was fun. Family friendly. We rode a buggy since it was my sister and I. I’ve done other off road tours in other countries and it’s more extreme you actually drive a razor but this tour you get a buggy kinda like a golf cart. Speeds are moderate . They do take you to a couple beaches they are very pretty but you only have like 15-20 min. At each location. So not too much time to enjoy just take a few pictures, get your feet wet and leave. I suggest wear a swimsuit and backpack with a towel so you can take a quick swim at each place. Staff was friendly and helpful. Overall fun. Esteban was our guide , he was cool.

Excellent adventure to 3 beautiful secluded beaches. Equipment was very clean and well maintained. Our guide Gilmer was very attentive and friendly. We rode a side x side Honda Pioneer. Can be a little dusty but not very muddy. We stayed relatively clean and had a comfortable ride. The tour is to the beaches but You’re not aloud to ride on the beaches. Wear your swim suit and bring a towel so you can enjoy each beach.

Very clean machines, Philippe was wonderful, beaches were beautiful. We loved Pirates Beach and had time to relax, have a drink, and take in the wonderful view.

Was a good experience (sites and views as well as nice tour guide) except for the poor condition of the UTVs. Seat belts did not work, brakes were poor at best, grinding noises from the axles, bald tires, really loose steering made it hard to steer and keep on the road when going faster than a crawl. Get maintenance done on the UTVs and I would recommend.

Stephen was absolutely hilarious and cool. We had the best time ever doing the UTV tour with him. We got stuck in a river and it was a challenge getting out but he was patient and resilient. Do NOT book this tour if you want a traditional tour experience. Book if you want to have a thrilling time with a dare devil!

First time and loved it! Stephan was a great guide. Beautiful beaches, the view of Tamarindo was amazing. Recommend!