Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Tours & Things to Do in Tamarindo, Costa Rica

Tamarindo is the most popular beach town on Guanacaste’s Pacific coast and the easiest base for tours across the region. It’s known for its surf, catamaran sunset sails and a long sweep of beach, with quick access to snorkeling, ATV trails and volcano day trips. Here are the tours that depart from or are easily reached from Tamarindo.
25 tours in Tamarindo
Beach & Water
4.93
Surf Lessons in Tamarindo, Costa Rica
Learn how to surf with Tamarindo’s #1 Surf School since 1989. All skill levels welcome. We are located directly in front of a beach break and we are Tamarindo’s original surf shop! We are highly experience, having taught over 100,000 surf lessons in the 30 years we have been operating. All of our staff members are friendly, bilingual and very experienced professionals. Over half of our staff has been with us for over 10 years! We cater specifically to each and every customer’s needs and it is our goal to have every customer leave 100% satisfied and we put a huge emphasis on safety. We are a fu
1.5 hours
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$69
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Adventure & Adrenaline
4.8
Guachipelin Adventure Volcano Zipline River Tubing Combo
The best all day adventure combo on Rincon de la Vieja Volcano that includes ziplining, river tubing, full lunch, hot springs, and volcanic mud bath. Ziplining The course takes you into a steep canyon where you will go down 8 zip line cables, 18 platforms, a hanging bridge, rappel, and a tarzan swing! (rappel & swing optional) River Tubing - You will have the time of your life bouncing down Rio Negro’s crystal clear and fun rapids in your individual rafting “tube” for over 5 kilometers. Children ages 4–7 can participate in all activities except tubing. One adult must stay behind with the chi
Full day
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$135
Moderate
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Wildlife & Nature
4.62
Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth Sanctuary & Llanos de Cortes Waterfall Tour
Llanos de Cortes Waterfall To start your day, we will take you to Llanos de Cortes Waterfall in Bagaces, where you can relax and take a swim at the falls or walk around exploring the flora and fauna. Rio Celeste Waterfall Hike - Tenorio Volcano National Park Upon arriving at the entrance, you will go on a 2 hour moderately difficult hike in the park.  You will walk through the rainforest and along the Celeste River where you can observe one of nature's most intriguing phenomenon. Organic Farm - Sloth and Frog Sanctuary After lunch, take a tour on a rural organic farm! You will be taken on an
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$122
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Beach & Water
4.63
Blue Dolphin - Public Catamaran Tour - Tamarindo
A trip to Tamarindo is not complete without a day spent on the ocean, and there is no better way to enjoy the beauty and wonder of the Costa Rica sea than with Blue Dolphin Sailing. Blue Dolphin is the original and longest operating sailing tour company in Costa Rica, operating since 2004. Blue Dolphin 1 is a 40’ open layout catamaran and Blue Dolphin 2 is a large, 50’ cruising style catamaran. Whether you’re traveling solo, as a couple, a family and friends or a business group, the Blue Dolphin’s professional, licensed crew will make you feel welcome and part of our family. So come aboard,
4.5 hours
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$90
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Adventure & Adrenaline
4.89
ATV or Buggy Guided Tour from Tamarindo, Conchal or RIU Hotels
Experience a truly unique adventure you will never forget! Over the course of 2 hours, we take you far from the main roads through the stunning Dry Forest, where you may spot and hear the magnificent howler monkeys calling through the trees. You will pass through charming rural villages, catching glimpses of authentic countryside life, cattle, and horses roaming freely. We cross clear streams that refresh the journey, and climb toward breathtaking ocean views from hidden, secluded spots — places so remote and rugged, only our all-terrain vehicles can reach them. Perfect for everyone! Whethe
2 hours
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$95
Moderate
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Wildlife & Nature
4.67
Volcano Hike, Waterfall Swim & Hot Springs Combo on Rincon de la Vieja
A full day tour exploring the flora, fauna and natural wonders of Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park. The day consists of a moderate 2-hour hike where you will see wildlife and volcanic activity. Next we will visit the Oropendola Waterfall where you can swim and play in the water. After the waterfall, it is time to eat a typical Costa Rican lunch following a trip to relax at the hot springs and enjoy a volcanic mud bath.
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$125
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Beach & Water
4.95
Surf Lesson in Tamarindo - Stand Up or Your Money Back!
We are very passionate about surfing and about you both having fun + learn and improve your surfing skills. If you don't get up you get your money back!
2 hours
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$54
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Wildlife & Nature
4.6
Tamarindo Estuary Boat Safari
Join us for the beautiful two-hour safari boat tour in Las Baulas National Park to explore the flora and fauna of the mangroves of Tamarindo in the province of Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Your local bilingual tour guide will share information about the local ecosystem and help you to spot monkeys, crocodiles, birds, iguanas and more. Enjoy the amazing landscape and nature on a relaxing trip through the local estuary.
2 hours
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$52
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Beach & Water
4.57
Marlin del Rey Catamaran – Tamarindo & Playas del Coco
Departing from the beach in Tamarindo, you will enjoy a 4.5-hour sail along Costa Rica's spectacular coastline on one of the purpose built catamarans.  All are open and spacious allowing passengers to comfortably enjoy the blue water views of the Costa Rican coastline with its pristine beaches and verdant jungles. Enjoy the view with a cold tropical drink, prepared and served by the crew as you scan the seas for dolphins, sea turtles, flying fish or even a breaching whale. You will also be able to snorkel in the bay or run down the deserted white sand beach while the ever helpful crew prepare
4.5 hours
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$132
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Culture & Day Trips
4.6
Nicaragua Full Day Tour from Costa Rica
Explore all of Nicaragua’s most famous highlights all in one day from Costa Rica! You will see a dormant volcano crater, the active Masaya Crater, go shopping at the artisan markets, explore the colonial town of Granada, and go on a boat ride viewing the islets of Lake Nicaragua!
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$230
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Beach & Water
4.49
Timarouba Catamaran Sunset Cruise with Open Bar Lunch& Snorkeling
The Ti Marouba is a catamaran specifically designed to be the ultimate in day charters. Moored in the bay off Playa Tamarindo in Guanacaste, Costa Rica, the boat is packed with amenities including trampolines for sunning and lounging, a shaded main salon, fresh water shower, 2 clean restrooms (men & women), well maintained snorkel gear, kayaks and a stairway to the sea. Our friendly, professional crew will ensure your comfort and safety during this spectacular journey along the Guanacaste Costa Rica coast, a trip you’ll be sure to remember. Full open bar available. Explore the ocean with one
5 hours
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$95
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Adventure & Adrenaline
4.89
ATV and UTV Beach Tour from Tamarindo, Flamingo and Conchal Beach
Enjoy an exciting 2-hour ATV Semi-Automatic machine Or UTV Side by Side tour as your guide takes you on an exciting trip across the dry forest/ open public dirt road. You will pass by small rivers & visit some remote exclusive beaches between Tamarindo Beach and Flamingo Beach. This family oriented tour is one of our most popular tours. The tour continues into the beaches: PLAYA PIRATAS, PUERTO VIEJO & if we have time we are able to extend to visit PLAYA MINAS OR PEDREGOZA IF you are staying at JW MARRIOTT GUANACASTE for pick up, you need to select the following options: ATV Snorkel from Jw
2 hours
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$85
Moderate
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Beach & Water
5
BEST Surf Lessons in Tamarindo and Surf funcional, Surf skate, Video Analisis
We are the first academy in Tamarindo where we teach in a holistic way what it's necessary to progress and how to do that with certified Instructors. Understanding the needs of our clients to become surfers, given our experience, and teach parameters that will be established for the different classes to be given, showing all possible variables. From a holistic point of view of what it is necessary to learn, what are the real needs of the client to face their surfing future in the best way.
2 hours
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$65
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Beach & Water
4.97
Fundive Catalina Islands (2 dives, only for certified divers)
TamaDive is focused on safety and personalized service. Don’t worry about anything; that's our job! We offer Scuba Diving for inexperienced water enthusiasts up to dive professionals. Take the time to enjoy it and allow yourself to soak in the beauty. LEARN, EXPLORE and ENJOY with us.
7 hours (most of the day)
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$165
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Adventure & Adrenaline
4.97
Guanacaste Zipline – Safe & Fun for Kids 2+ & Families
We’re a family-friendly adventure park where even the little ones (starting at 2 years old!) can join the fun. Fly through the treetops on our amazing zipline course — from gentle beginner cables to long, high-speed lines that will take your breath away. Get ready for thrills and laughter as you cross hanging bridges, swing like Tarzan, and take on our epic 23-meter Quick Flight Jump — a free-fall experience you’ll never forget! And the adventure doesn’t stop there… you’ll explore nature trails surrounded by one of the rarest forests in the Americas — a tropical dry forest that miraculously
1 hours
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$59
Moderate
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Beach & Water
4.69
Catamaran Snorkel Sunset Cruise from Tamarindo or Playas del Coco
Indulge in crystal clear snorkeling waters, savor a delectable lunch crafted by our crew, and toast to paradise with our open bar offering tropical drinks, beer, and wine. Encounter the wonders of nature with possible sightings of dolphins, sea turtles, flying fish, and majestic breaching whales. Unwind in luxury as you soak in the beauty of a Costa Rican gold coast sunset.
5 hours
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$104
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Adventure & Adrenaline
4.89
Rain Forest Canopy Tour from Tamarindo: Zipline, Hanging Bridge
Zip lining in the jungle at a few minutes from  Tamarindo, Costa Rica is one of the greatest adventures you can have.  The activities at Pinilla Canopy Tour includes 7 cables, tarzan swing, hanging bridge, and controlled free fall (optional). Guides speak Spanish and English and do a security breefing before the tour. It's a amazing, funny and exciting moment for all people, old and young and a great experience for families. the minimum of age is 4 years old and there is no maximum....
2 hours
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$60
Moderate
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Wildlife & Nature
4.79
Tamarindo Estuary Tour
Travel the vast network of mangroves with an expert nature guide. National Park Marine Leatherback Turtles is home to Tamarindo estuary, being one of the largest of 127 mangrove forest in Costa Rica. This brackish water habitat is home to many crocodiles, iguanas, crabs, monkeys and more! Our company has 15 years experience providing safe, fun and educational tours to many people around the world!
2 hours
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$41
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Adventure & Adrenaline
4.85
Zipline Monkey Jungle family canopy tour in Tamarindo
Enjoy a safe and exciting zipline canopy adventure through the treetops of Costa Rica's tropical forest, just a short drive from Tamarindo. Our tour takes place on a traditional Guanacaste finca, where you will experience the jungle from a completely different perspective as you zipline above the forest, rivers, and mountains. During the tour, you may see monkeys, tropical birds, squirrels, and other local wildlife in their natural habitat. Our certified guides and safety equipment ensure a fun and secure experience for all ages. At the end of the activity, relax and enjoy refreshing water
4 hours
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$65
Moderate
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Beach & Water
4.97
Try Scuba Diving / Basic Diver
Scuba dive without a certification! ​​There is nothing like breathing underwater for the very first time! It takes a little time getting used to it, but after a few minutes of breathing through a regulator most participants realize how easy scuba diving really is. The biggest challenge instructors have with the Try Scuba Diving is not getting participants into the water, but getting them out when the program is over. Try this course when visit, and you will tell us and your friends back home: This was the best part of my holiday!
7 hours (most of the day)
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$195
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Wildlife & Nature
4.89
Sunday Funday Tamarindo Party Bus - Beach and Pool Crawl
The Tamarindo Beach & Pool Crawl meets every Sunday at 12:00PM from CRAZY MONKEY TAMARINDO POOL & BAR (come early for a pre-party from noon-1:00pm) The tour explores the hidden pools and beaches outside of Tamarindo getting you back to the centre of Tamarindo for around 7.45pm There is a free welcome drink/shot at each bar, we have Happy Hour, food specials as well as party games for the pool, the bus and the beach. After sunset we light a bonfire on the beach and let loose on the dance floor before the fun bus ride home!
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$51
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Wildlife & Nature
4.22
Night Turtle Nesting Tour from Tamarindo
On this Tamarindo Turtle Nesting tour, you will have the rare chance to see Olive Ridley and Green Pacific sea turtles, dig their nests, lay their eggs, and sometimes even see the babies hatching and making their way out to sea! The professional tour guide will take you walking along some remote beaches just North of Playa Grande in search of the turtles as they arrive and dig their nests in the sand! Due to the sensitive nature of this naturalist tour, we prohibit the use of flashlights or flash on your cameras, but you may take pictures. A special red light will be provided by the guide tha
4 hours
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$46
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Wildlife & Nature
4.62
Turtle Watching Night Tours with Expert Naturalist
Costa Rica is the best place in the world for the observation of sea turtles! Every species of turtle except 1 can be seen in Costa Rica, North of the leatherback turtle national park we have the opportunity to see up to 3 kinds! This is one of the most intimate nature experiences one can have.
4 hours
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$75
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Adventure & Adrenaline
4.91
Whitewater Rafting Class III and IV
Experience an amazing ride through the rainforest on the Tenorio River viewing wildlife - the adventure of a lifetime!  Great for beginners too, this is sure to give you an adrenaline rush you won't forget. Rafting down Tenorio River 12 kilometers (about 2 hours) of the Tenorio River, passing through sections dominated by over 22 class III-IV whitewater rapids. In smoother sections, take a look around at the lush, forested scenery & spot tropical birds or monkeys high in the trees. This unique rafting tour finishes with the thrilling 12-foot waterfall drop, “Cascabel Falls.” When you arrive
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$119
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Beach & Water
4.6
5-Hour Guided Sunset Boat Tour in Tamarindo Costa Rica
What makes us different is in our level of customer service and attention to detail. 10 years of wedding and event planning experience, has given us a unique perspective to understand that, taking every experience to the next level is all about the details. From the decor on the boat, to the signature cocktails we take pride in the details
5 hours
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$95
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