ISLAND GUIDE
The tours and day trips worth booking.
The 8 top-rated things to do in Tamarindo — the boat trips, beach days, volcano hikes and old-town wanders worth building a day around, with real prices and who to book each one with.
Private Liberia airport transfer to Tamarindo. Meet your driver fast, ride in comfort, and get cold drinks onboard. Up to 5, from $109.60.
Most Popular“Everything about this experience was amazing: the communication to set up the pick-up time, our driver's knowledge of the area and culture, his driving, including knowing some shortcuts that made our trip shorter. We will always use this company.”
Night sea turtle nesting tour from Tamarindo to Playa Grande, with red-light viewing and a chance to see eggs and hatchlings.
“We went into the tour knowing that there was a decent chance we wouldn't see turtles because every night is different and you can't predict what wildlife is going to do or where it will be, but we were ecstatic to see two turtles! We did spend quite awhile waiting for our guide, Ivan, to…”
Sea turtle nesting tour from Tamarindo to remote Playa Mina for a conservation-first night watch, small group, snacks, and transport.
“Although we saw no turtles, it does not affect the 3-star rating of this review. Luis was very informative, nice, and helpful during our experience; however, I have never been more terrified in my life. This experience required getting in the car with a stranger and nobody else, driving through the worst roads we’ve ever…”
Tamarindo to La Leona Waterfall in Costa Rica with pickup, a rope-and-swim canyon hike, and time for local lunch in Liberia.
“Verny was our tour guy and let me tell you something... He was amazing, funny, helpful, well-known about history of Costa Rica. He make sure that we are all enjoying, safe, well-protected and he treated us like family. I highly recommend this company and request Verny”
Private Rio Celeste waterfall hike plus guaranteed sloth viewing, lunch, and wildlife sanctuary stops from Tamarindo in a single day.
“From the get-go, Verny welcomed us with open arms and made us feel immediately at home in his beautiful country. His genuine passion for wildlife was contagious, and we came across a baby sloth (highlight of the trip), many species of frogs, snakes, and insects. Not to mention, the rainforest and waterfall was beyond breathtaking.…”
Half-day snorkel from Tamarindo to Catalina’s Archipelago with two guided sessions, snacks onboard, and a real shot at whales.
“Be prepared for a bumpy boat ride, you may need something for motion sickness . The guides are first rate”
Private La Leona waterfall hike from Tamarindo with a tough-but-fun Rio Blanco route, included lunch, and a refreshing swim finish.
“Our guide Jason was terrific. The hike was beautiful. The early water crossings were easy. The last rope swim/pull into the waterfall area was much more difficult. I would not recommend for people that are older and overweight. A couple in front of us struggled mightily and concerned for them. A lot of upper arm…”
Sail from Tamarindo on the Blue Dolphin catamaran for snorkel gear, kayaks, open bar, and sunset over Playa Huevo.
“It was so much fun! We saw a whale and a sea turtle. Got to go explore a private beach and had a delicious fajita taco meal! The guides were so fun and friendly!”
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