Top 4 ATV Tours in Tamarindo

1.ATV Tamarindo to Pirates Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 65 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $115Our pick

Drive an ATV from Tamarindo through surf towns, backroads, dry tropical forest, beaches, and mountain trails. Guides such as Abel keep the ride lively with local history and jokes, while beach stops offer time to cool off and possibly snorkel. Bring a driver’s license, expect dirt, and note that children 16 and under ride as passengers.

“Abel was a great guide sharing the sights along with the history of this wonderful country and its people. Gabriela was very helpful and has a great attitude and sense of humor!”

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2.ATV Zipline Tour from Tamarindo or Flamingo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 55 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $145

Pair an ATV ride through Guanacaste’s dusty back roads with seven jungle ziplines, suspension bridges, and an optional tree climb. Native’s Way Costa Rica includes hotel pickup, safety gear, water, and fresh tropical fruit. Guides such as Jason, Fernando, Cesar, and Alan have helped nervous first-timers feel at ease, while the 16-plus driving rule keeps the ATV portion orderly.

“Easy transportation, friendly service, great experience! Definitely recommend for small or larger groups.”

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3.3 Hour ATV Secluded Beach Tour from Tamarindo, Flamingo, Conchal & Grande

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 54 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $125

Spend three hours driving an ATV through Guanacaste’s back roads, forest and river crossings to Playa Mina, Pirate Beach and Puerto Viejo. Guides such as Roberto, Jason and Mike have led this route. You can drive a single ATV or share a double, then swim, take photos and enjoy quiet beaches.

“Probably the most fun we had on our trip. Prepare to drive through some water and mud if you are there in the rainy season. This was part of the fun. We visited 3 beaches where we could explore, take pictures, and get in the water. They are mostly visited by locals instead of tourists. We saw howler monkeys and stopped for photos. The tour was just the 3 of us. We were on single driver ATVs. The ATVs were in very good working order and easy to drive. The shorter 2 hour tours seem to be more popular. I am an experienced driver however my family is not. Most…”

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4.ATV and Canopy Zipline Tour from Tamarindo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · 3 to 40 minutes (approx.) · from $136Top rated

From Tamarindo, Pininos Adventures takes you by shuttle to Huacas, where you learn to handle an ATV before riding dirt roads, streams, and sometimes the beach to a canopy course. Expect about three hours, nine zip lines on many departures, bottled water, helmets, and guides such as Andres, Eric, Marcos, or Raynor. Hotel pickup is included from Tamarindo-area properties.

“Lots of fun and doesn't take up the entire day. Much closer than many other adventures. Great guides and Monkey's.”

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