Local partner · Playa Potrero & Flamingo
ATV and side-by-side tours with Flamingo Adventures
Since 2009 · 17+ years
Playa Potrero & Flamingo
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Flamingo Adventures is a locally run tour company in Playa Potrero, next to Playa Flamingo, operating since 2009. Its guides take ATVs and side-by-sides (UTVs) up the hills behind the coast — to a 1,240 ft lookout over Danta Beach and Las Catalinas — with stops at small north-coast beaches along the way.
Routes run from a one-hour sunset ride to full-day ATV and catamaran combos, and there are ATV and UTV day rentals if you’d rather explore on your own. You book and pay directly with Flamingo Adventures through the links below.
Why we recommend Flamingo Adventures
Locally owned and run in the Flamingo and Potrero area since 2009.
Small groups: they cap tour groups at 14 people.
Routes for every level — most tours offer beginner and advanced trails, and tandem seating for passengers.
Their own ATVs and Honda side-by-sides for self-drive day rentals, with helmets and goggles included.
Guided ATV tours
Top of the World ATV Tour
3 hours
From $115 per driver · $59 per tandem rider
Their most popular ATV tour
Climbs the Monkey Trail to a 1,240 ft lookout over Danta Beach and Las Catalinas
Stops at five beaches: Dantita, Danta, Prieta, Penca and Potrero
Beginner and advanced trail options
Included: Guide
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ATV Monkey Sanctuary Tour
3 hours
From $105 per driver
Includes entry to the Congo Trail monkey sanctuary
Rides the Monkey Trail up to 1,240 ft
Three to five beach stops, with optional snorkeling
Included: Guide · Monkey sanctuary entry
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North Beaches ATV Tour
2 hours
From $75 per driver
Five north-coast beaches: Sugar, Danta, Prieta, Penca and Potrero
Several beaches that are hard to reach by car
Lookout stops and an optional swim
Departures at 8:30am, 11:30am and 2pm
Included: Guide · Refreshment stop
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South Beach Snorkel ATV Tour
3.5 hours
From $95 per driver
Southern beaches including Brasilito, Conchal and Pirates Bay
A guided snorkel stop
Trails for all skill levels
Included: Guide · Snorkel gear
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Sunset ATV Tour
1 hour
From $49 per driver
Nicknamed the Happy Hour Tour
Watch the sunset from the beach, then ride up the hill to see it set again
Two beaches; trails for all skill levels
Included: Guide
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Mountains and Jungles ATV Tour
4 hours
From $125 per person
Mountain back roads with beach and snorkel stops
A lunch stop (lunch itself isn’t included)
Tandem rider option; departures at 8am and 12pm
Included: Guide · Safety equipment
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Side-by-side (UTV) tours
Side-by-sides seat a driver and passenger side by side, with a roll cage and seat belts — a good pick if you’d rather ride together.
Top of the World Side-by-Side UTV Tour
3 hours
From $239
Their most popular UTV tour
Monkey Trail and Donkey Trail to a 1,240 ft lookout over Danta Beach and Las Catalinas
Five beach stops from Dantita to Potrero
Beginner and advanced trails
Included: Guide
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Mountain and Marine UTV Snorkel Tour
About 4 hours
From $239
Up the Monkey Trail to 1,240 ft and down the Donkey Trail
A guided snorkel on north-coast reefs
Three to five beach stops; starts in Playa Flamingo
Included: Guide · Snorkel equipment
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North Beaches UTV Tour
From $239
Five north-coast beaches: Sugar, Danta, Prieta, Penca and Potrero
Beaches that are hard to reach by car
Refreshment stop and an optional swim
Included: Guide
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UTV Monkey Sanctuary Tour
3 hours
From $260 per driver · $199 per passenger
Includes entry to the Congo Trail monkey sanctuary
Rides up to 1,240 ft, with an optional advanced trail down
Three to five beach stops
Included: Guide · Monkey sanctuary entry
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ATV and UTV combos
4-Hour ATV and Jet Ski Combo
4 hours (3 on the ATV, 1 on a jet ski)
From $209 per driver · $170 per passenger
ATV trails to over 1,200 ft, with beginner to advanced routes
An hour on a jet ski toward Playa Conchal and nearby islands
Tandem passenger option; starts at the Playa Potrero office
Included: Guide
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4-Hour UTV and Jet Ski Combo
4 hours (3 in the UTV, 1 on a jet ski)
From $360
UTV trails to over 1,200 ft
An hour on a jet ski toward Playa Conchal and nearby islands
Starts at the Playa Potrero office
Included: Guide · Safety equipment
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ATV and Catamaran Combo
Full day (3-hour ATV tour + 4-hour sail)
From $187 per person
Morning ATV ride to 1,240 ft and Danta Beach
Afternoon catamaran sail from Flamingo Marina with a snorkel stop
Sunset on the sail back
Included: Lunch · Safety equipment · Transfer from their office to the catamaran
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ATV and UTV rentals
Rentals are self-drive: no guide or set route.
ATV Daily Rental
24 hours
From $160 per day
Explore the beaches and back roads at your own pace
Refundable security deposit required
Included: Helmets · Goggles · Dust masks
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Side-by-Side UTV Daily Rental
Daily; long-term rentals available
From $280 per day
Honda Pioneer 700 or 1000, or a Honda Talon 1000
Delivery available
Refundable security deposit required
Included: Helmets · Goggles · Dust masks
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Good to know before you ride
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Most tours start at the Flamingo Adventures office on the main road in Playa Potrero, near Hotel Bahía del Sol. Arrive 15 minutes early.
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Transportation isn’t included on most tours — ask about pickup when you book.
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Driver’s licence and minimum-age rules aren’t listed online, so confirm them for your group when you book.
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Wear closed shoes and clothes you don’t mind getting dusty or muddy, and bring sunscreen and a swimsuit for the beach stops.
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Tour prices are per person, with separate rates for drivers and tandem riders; UTV rates also vary with the size of your group. The booking page shows the exact rate once you pick a date and party size.
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You must be 16 or older to drive an ATV or a jet ski, and a valid driver’s licence is required.
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Rentals need a refundable security deposit — $800 for a standard ATV, $2,000 for a 700cc ATV and $2,000 for a UTV. Helmets, goggles and dust masks are included.
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Costa Rican law prohibits driving on the beach. These tours stop at beaches; they don’t ride on the sand.
Frequently asked questions
Where do Flamingo Adventures tours start?
Most start at their office on the main road in Playa Potrero, near Hotel Bahía del Sol; some start in Playa Flamingo. Transportation isn’t included on most tours, so ask about pickup when you book.
What’s the difference between an ATV and a side-by-side (UTV)?
You ride an ATV like a motorbike, with a passenger behind you on tandem models. A side-by-side has seats next to each other, like a small off-road car, so you can ride together.
How old do you have to be to drive?
You must be at least 16 to drive an ATV or a jet ski, and you need a valid driver’s licence. Younger children can ride as tandem passengers on some tours — check with Flamingo Adventures for your group.
Can I rent an ATV or UTV without a guide?
Yes. Flamingo Adventures rents ATVs from $160 a day and Honda side-by-sides from $280 a day. Deposits are refundable: $800 for a standard ATV, $2,000 for a 700cc ATV and $2,000 for a UTV. UTV delivery is available.
Can you ride on the beach?
No. Driving on the beach is prohibited by Costa Rican law. These tours ride mountain trails and back roads, and stop at beaches where you can swim or snorkel.
How do I book?
Use the Check availability buttons on this page. You book and pay directly with Flamingo Adventures; we earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
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Tour details and prices were checked against Flamingo Adventures’s own website and booking pages on 16 September 2026. Prices can change — the booking page always shows the current price.
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