The 4 Best Guanacaste Tours

1.La Leona Waterfall Hike and River Tubing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 90 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $90Our pick

Spend 4 to 5 hours near Curubandé hiking through forest and river channels to La Leona Waterfall, then tubing for about 90 minutes. Expect ladders, rock crossings, a rope-assisted cave entry, swimming, and rapids. Guides such as Ronnie, Brandy, Victor, and Diego focus on safety and helping less confident swimmers.

“Ponchino was an amazing tubing and hiking guide! We saw toucans, howler monkeys, and a bat cave during our experience. We would highly recommend this company as all of the guides are very professional and safety is a priority! Thanks Ponchino :)”

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2.8 days and 7 nights – Costa Rica Pura Vida

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · 8 days (approx.) · from $1,568

You’ll travel through Costa Rica’s Central Valley, Arenal, Monteverde, and Manuel Antonio over eight days. Expect airport transfers, breakfast, guided hikes, a waterfall visit with lunch, cloud forest suspension bridges, butterflies, and four nights of varied nature. Transport is by shared transfer or rental car with basic insurance.

“Wonderful way to see a sample of the areas of Costa Rica. Transportation worked seamlessly, drivers and guides were friendly and knowledgeable. We particularly enjoyed Manuel Antonio.”

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3.La Leona waterfall adventure hike half day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 79 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $50Best value

You’ll ride a 4WD truck to the trailhead, then hike about 1.3 miles each way through shaded forest, streams, rocks, ropes, and narrow passages to La Leona Waterfall. Guides such as Pablo, José, Ramses, and Carlos adjust the route to your fitness and comfort. Swim, take photos, and enjoy fresh fruit afterward.

“The waterfall was stunning, but our tour operator and guide made the experience truly special. They were incredibly knowledgeable, super friendly, and patient with our whole family. The hike was exciting, water refreshing, and the tour ended with the best pineapple I've ever had in my life (no joke). Highly recommend!!”

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4.Half day Mountain Tour in Nosara

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $150

Start at 8am with Macho ATV Rentals and Tours and ride into the hills above Nosara. Guides such as Dennis, Carlos, or Sebastian lead the way to a fifth-generation family farm, where you can see coffee, oranges, vegetables, and spices before eating a home-cooked lunch made with food grown on-site.

“Such a fun, beautiful day! This was our favorite activity all week! Definitely recommend for family, couples or alone!”

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