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Santa Rosa National Park & Liberia City Tour

Santa Rosa National Park & Liberia City Tour

From $511
The Santa Rosa National Park is the site of Costa Rica’s most important monument, the Hacienda Santa Rosa. Known locally as La Casona (meaning “large house” in Spanish), this monument marks the fall of filibuster William Walker and his professional mercenaries to a local peasant army in 1856. Today, La Casona is a museum dedicated to the memory of this battle. This tour will allow you to stop by and explore this historical sight.
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Early Bird Watching Tour

Early Bird Watching Tour

From $176
It may be your vacation, but nature waits for no one. Sometimes, to see the early bird you've got to be the early bird. Start your morning with an outdoor adventure — this tour offers you the opportunity to spot some of Costa Rica's 850 species of birds!
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Vandara Nature Pass

Vandara Nature Pass

From $77
Vandará offers an array of relaxing services on their grounds that harness all the relaxing powers of the Costa Rican landscape. This half-day tour includes lunch at the restaurant.
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Llanos de Cortes Waterfall & Safari Float

Llanos de Cortes Waterfall & Safari Float

From $149
This itinerary combines relaxation with adventure and offers a taste of Costa Rica’s diverse landscapes and vibrant wildlife.
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Aerial Papagayo Views

Aerial Papagayo Views

From $287
Take this zip lining tour to dive into the canopy around Guanacaste. There are a total of 11 zip line cables that stretch from 328 to 1,476 feet (100 to 450 m). It takes about an hour and a half to complete the tour.
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Buena Vista Mega Combo Adventure

Buena Vista Mega Combo Adventure

From $216
This expedition at the Buena Vista Lodge allows tour members to enjoy canopy tours and horseback rides, and hot springs all in one day. Oh right and then there is that 400-meter waterslide through the forest.
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Sensoria Tour of Rincón de la Vieja

Sensoria Tour of Rincón de la Vieja

From $172
This tour of the Rincón de la Vieja forest is an idyllic hike past waterfalls and pools of bright blue water. It begins with a drive through the fields of Guanacaste, and then the landscape will suddenly transform into a lush forest.
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Sensoria Land of Senses

Sensoria Land of Senses

From $288
This tour takes you to see the wildlife that surrounds the Rincón de la Vieja Volcano on a jungle trail called “Sensoria”—named for its sensorily overwhelming environment. Your three- to four-hour hike concludes with a dip in a thermally heated pool.
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Borinquen Adventure Day

Borinquen Adventure Day

From $223
The Borinquen Adventure is an exciting combination of horseback riding, zip lining and soaking in hot springs.
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Vandará Explorer Pass

Vandará Explorer Pass

From $111
Indulge in a day of relaxation and adventure at the Vandara Hot Springs & Spa. The Vandara Hot Springs are situated near the Rincón de la Vieja National Park on a nicely forested piece of property. This combination tour allows guests to enjoy many different activities, including a soak in the hot springs, horseback riding, a canopy your, waterslide adventure, and an organic farm tour.
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Rincon de la Vieja & Liberia City Tour

Rincon de la Vieja & Liberia City Tour

From $170
Take this tour to explore the picturesque hiking trails of Rincón de la Vieja National Park. The tour lasts between 2.5 and 3 hours.
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One Day Adventure Combo Guachipelin

One Day Adventure Combo Guachipelin

From $216
This adventure combo at Rincon de La Vieja is an action packed full day expedition that features a guided visit to Hacienda Guachipeli­n Lodge, next to Rincon De La Vieja National Park. There are 4 main activities during this day of adventure canopy (zip line) tour and rapelling through the Rio Blanco Canyon and horseback riding expedition to nearby waterfalls, relax at a rustic spa featuring volcano heated thermal waters, steam and mud bath.
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Tenorio River Rafting Class III/IV

Tenorio River Rafting Class III/IV

From $133
Paddle down the exciting rapids of the Tenorio River and enjoy the area's lush scenery while on this adventurous rafting tour.
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From $93
Discover the authentic art behind crafting premium Costa Rican rum. Immerse yourself in a guided journey that reveals how high-quality rum is created from the purest sugarcane—straight from the heart of Guanacaste.
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The Brewery Experience

The Brewery Experience

From $93
Dive into Costa Rica’s vibrant craft beer scene with a unique, flavor-rich experience. Join us for a guided journey through the brewing process, sample our signature Guanabeer, and enjoy a delicious lunch in a historic setting.
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Palo Verde National Park Tour

Palo Verde National Park Tour

From $154
Discover the highlights of Palo Verde in a single day. Cruise along the Tempisque River as you spot diverse wildlife, savor a traditional Guanacastecan lunch, and visit Guaitil to experience authentic Chorotega pottery in the renowned Nicoya Blue Zone.
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Rio Celeste & Tenorio Volcano Rainforest

Rio Celeste & Tenorio Volcano Rainforest

From $189
As local legend has it, God washed his paintbrush in the Río Celeste after he painted the sky. Upon seeing the blue-tinted waters of this river, this legend will make a great deal of sense.
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Miravalles Volcano Combo Tour

Miravalles Volcano Combo Tour

From $213
This tour begins with a one-hour drive through the Guanacaste mountain range. During this portion, you’ll be privileged with excellent views of the dormant Miravalles Volcano. Although the volcano hasn’t experienced significant eruptions in some time, it continues to expel gas and geysers near its base— expulsions that are used by the government to produce geothermal energy.
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Safari Combo & Pumas Rescue Center

Safari Combo & Pumas Rescue Center

From $124
Combining the serene Río Tenorio Safari Float with a visit to Las Pumas Rescue Center creates a well-rounded experience of Costa Rica’s natural beauty and wildlife conservation efforts. Don’t miss out on this enriching and memorable excursion!
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Guanacaste Safari Float

Guanacaste Safari Float

From $75
This safari float is the perfect way to explore the rainforest with the whole family, offering a gentle alternative to a rafting tour. There’s plentiful wildlife in this part of the rainforest, and the water is slow-moving enough that you’ll have plenty of time to look for animals as you drift through the greenery. Your guides have excellent experience spotting animals in the area, and ensure that you’re comfortable as you drift down the river on an innertube.
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