Top Tamarindo Art & Culture

Grab your passport and head over the border for a whistle-stop tour of Nicaragua’s best bits from Costa Rica. Take in the views from Catarina Volcano, haggle over handicrafts at the Masaya Artisan Market and visit the active Masaya Volcano. After a delicious lunch of typical Nicaraguan cuisine, explore the colonial town of Granada, where you can marvel over the historic architecture and admire views of Mombacho Volcano. Finally, set sail across Lake Nicaragua for a 1-hour sunset cruise, stopping to meet the friendly monkeys of Monkey Island along the way.

Spend your Sunday afternoon hanging out outside Tamarindo on this beach and pool bar crawl. Discover the hidden pools and beaches north along the cost of Guanacaste and enjoy happy hour and food specials at each stop, as well as party games along the way. The tour ends with a bonfire on the beach at sunset.

Explore the foothills of Rincon de la Vieja National Park on an adventurous full-day tour from Tamarindo that combines horseback riding, ziplining and steaming thermal hot springs into the ultimate jungle experience. Ride scenic trails to a series of ten ziplines, strap in and soar above a river and through the forest canopy. Enjoy lunch on site, launch down a 1,706-foot (520-meter) waterslide, then finish your day by rolling in mineral-rich volcanic mud and soaking in a Vandara’s hot springs.

Enjoy a full day of adventures at Rincon de la Vieja Volcano in Guanacaste, where you will get to experience hot springs and mud baths, a guided horseback ride in the forest, jungle canopy zip lines, and a magical view from atop the ancient trees. Lunch will also be included, and a guide will organize it all for you.

Enjoy the thrill of this all-day adventure that includes some of the best outdoor fun. Get your adrenaline pumping on an exciting zipline tour, horseback riding through epic landscapes, and tubing along a flowing river. This memorable tour includes a visit to natural hot springs, a volcanic mud bath, and a full buffet lunch. It's the best way to experience the natural wonder of Costa Rica!

Experience Tamarindo’s perfect breaks with a 2-hour surf lesson at a legendary beachside shop. Get in the water for the first time and practice paddling, popping up and riding in a forgiving beach break. More experienced surfers can hone their skills by surfing alongside an expert instructor, learning to read the breaking surf while improving technique and form. Riders of all skill levels can soak up the sun on the Pacific Coast and enjoy the security of an experienced surf school that places the emphasis on safety and fun. 

Get an up-close look at Costa Rica's hidden natural wonders on this Rio Celeste and Llanos de Cortes waterfall tour. Follow an expert local guide through breathtaking scenery, rugged trails, and truly beautiful attractions. This is the perfect way to explore outside the city and see what makes Costa Rica a top attraction for nature lovers.

Travel from Liberia Airport to your hotel in Santa Teresa, Malpais, Montezuma, Manuel Antonio, the Papagayo Peninsula, or San Jose in comfort with a private transfer service for just your party of up to four people. You'll travel in a well-equipped, air-conditioned vehicle and will have the option to stop along the way to use the restrooms or stretch your legs.

Avoid the hassle of calling a taxi service or arranging a shuttle bus with this round-trip transfer service. Pre-book your transfer and meet your driver at Liberia Airport (LIR) for your drive to your Tamarindo Beach accommodation. Once you’ve finished your vacation, your driver meets you at your hotel in Tamarindo hotel for the drive back to the airport. Enjoy complimentary drinks during both journeys.

Learn how to surf like a local in Tamarindo, Costa Rica—a popular destination for hanging ten. During the lesson, you will learn the basics, including how to paddle out by yourself. Rash guards, boards, and bottled water are included. Choose to depart from either your hotel or the surf shop.

Get off the beaten path and discover what Costa Rica is famous for—its natural beauty. Discover the Guanacaste region's hidden gems and diverse wildlife as you zip through the jungle canopy on seven exhilarating ziplines at Monkey Jungle. Then, head back to the starting point by ATV to end your exciting adventure.

Explore Tamarindo’s beaches and dry forest on an off-road ATV tour with river crossings, mountain views, and stunning tropical scenery. Learn to maneuver your vehicle, then follow your guide along a rugged circuit. Take in the sights and sounds of the Costa Rican forest and watch for birds and monkeys as you steer beneath coastal trees. Upgrade your tour to include other activities such as snorkeling, driving a UTV, ziplining, or even exploring other areas by ATV.

Head out into the Cosa Rican night in search of Green Pacific and Olive Ridley sea turtles laying their eggs on Playa Grande. During this evening tour from Tamarindo, you may even see baby turtles hatching, depending on the conditions. National park fees included.

If you’re looking to escape the crowds in Tamarindo, look no further than this fun-filled ATV tour. An ATV allows you to get off the beaten track— ride through small towns, into the jungle, and even across rivers during the rainy season. As you ride, look for wildlife like monkeys and birds that call the area home.

Get the party started with this Tamarindo beach and bar hop, departing every Sunday afternoon from a central location in town. Ride with new friends to a handful of the hottest surrounding resorts and beaches to sip drinks by the pool or sand, groove to DJs, and live the ‘pura vida.’ Kick things off with a free welcome shot at each stop.

Start your adventure by witnessing active volcanoes, lakes, colonial city, many traditions and culture that make Nicaragua a very interesting place to visit. Next, explore beautiful examples of artisanal products and sixteenth-century colonial architecture in Granada. Take a relaxing boat ride on Lake Nicaragua.

Take a dip in the hot springs and swim in pools under impressive waterfalls on this private tour. Explore the Miravalles volcano and try a mud bath, if you like. Before going onto the waterfalls for a hike and a swim, you’ll have lunch provided for you. This is a private tour, so you and your group will have a private guide and can go at your own pace.

Get the ultimate adrenaline fix with this action-filled combo tour and spend a full day exploring the foothills of the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano. First, take to the treetops for an exhilarating canopy tour, complete with high-speed zip-lines, a Tarzan Swing and a climbing wall, then float down the Rio Colorado on a tube. After lunch (included), saddle up to complete your adventure with a scenic horseback ride through the forest, then finish with a relaxing mud wrap and soak in the hot springs.

Explore the Costa Rican rainforest and spot animals without the risk of getting lost when you go on a guided nature walk. Your naturalist guide will point out birds and animals to you, including sloths, toucans, frogs, and monkeys. Use the provided binoculars to get a closer look. Stop at a beautiful waterfall, where you’ll refuel with a tasty lunch with great views.

Book this group tour to Rincon de la Vieja Volcano for a chance to do several activities, without having to organize them separately by yourself. Try the zipline, waterslide, horseback riding, sauna, hanging bridges, volcanic mud baths, and a buffet lunch to keep you energized. You’ll have all the fun, but keep costs down, since this is a group tour.

Explore the forested foothills of Rincon de la Vieja volcano with a full day combination tour from Tamarindo, and swing, slide and ride through the park’s scenic landscape. Get a bird’s-eye view of the forest floor as you travel from treetop to treetop on a canopy tour, then launch down a 1,200-foot (400-mt) water slide. Pause for lunch before riding a horse to a natural spa, and spend the rest of your day rolling in mineral-rich volcanic mud and enjoying a series of steaming thermal pools.

A great way to learn about Costa Rican culture is through its coffee, and this private tour does just that. You’ll start the tour with hotel pickup for ease, and then learn all about coffee production from a local farmer. You’ll also be taken to a village for a pottery experience where you can learn about indigenous culture in the area.

PINEAPPLE TOUR: We start our trip in a comfortable wagon pulled by a tractor and enjoy an interactive explanation about the planting, morphology, development, and harvesting of this sweet golden fruit and eat freshly cut pineapple that is picked right in front of you. Wind your tour up with a delicious pina colada. Relax and enjoy the magnificent view of the majestic Arenal Volcano. TOUR DURATION: 1 HOUR AND 3O MINUTES. HOT SPRINGS TOUR & LUNCH BUFFET: Before start the hot springs tour we have a delicious lunch buffet Costa Rican typical food. At the last relax into the health mineral pools from the Baldi Hot Springs, considered the largest hot spring area in Costa Rica, surround of naturally gardens and heated Jacuzzis, waterslide. TOUR DURATION: 1 and a HALF hour.