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Guanacaste Safaris & wildlife activities

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Playa Tamarindo: Sunset Sailing and Snorkeling Tour

1. Playa Tamarindo: Sunset Sailing and Snorkeling Tour

Sail along Costa Rica’s Gold Coast on a sunset cruise, passing Guanacaste’s exotic bays, white sand beaches, and tropical jungles. Gaze off the bow with a cold tropical drink in your hand as you scan the seas for dolphins, sea turtles, flying fish, or even a breaching whale. Stop in a tranquil bay, drop anchor, and enjoy a swim. Snorkel, or take a walk down a deserted white sand beach. While you’re enjoying the sun, sand, and sea, the crew will prepare a lunch of chicken or pasta salad, fruit, chips, pico de gallo, guacamole, and homemade chocolate chip cookies. As the sun sets, you’ll see the ever-changing colors of the sky, while enjoying your favorite drink from the boat’s open bar. Capture the moment to show your family and friends the wonders of a Costa Rican sunset.

Tamarindo: Dream Chaser Catamaran Sunset Cruise

2. Tamarindo: Dream Chaser Catamaran Sunset Cruise

Discover picturesque secluded beaches on a 5-hour catamaran cruise. Benefit from relaxing lounge areas, an open bar, lunch buffet, snorkeling equipment, and paddleboards. Board the 40-foot Dream Chaser catamaran and cruise along the north coast and, depending on weather conditions of the day, anchor in the secluded beaches of Playa Minas, Playa Huevo, or Piratas Bay.  Jump into the refreshing waters and tryout water activities like snorkeling, paddle boarding, and playing with the floaties (noodles). Feast on a delicious home-style buffet and enjoy an open bar where you can get unlimited refreshments, liquor, and mixed drinks.  Lounge on the spacious upper deck while listening to a modern sound system. Cool off in the shaded main cabin, relax in comfortable leather seats, and make use of the free Wi-Fi.  As you head back to Playa Tamarindo, be treated to unforgettable views of the Costa Rican sunset over the Pacific Ocean.

Playa Flamingo: Catamaran Tour and Snorkel With Meal

3. Playa Flamingo: Catamaran Tour and Snorkel With Meal

Your tour begins from Playa Flamingo where you will be shuttled from the shore to one of two boats. The captain will welcome you aboard and brief you on safety features before you set sail for a relaxing afternoon, sailing along the Pacific coast of Guanacaste. You will begin to feel that you are part of a big family as the staff will be at your constant attention offering you drinks, snacks, music, and descriptions of the flora and fauna around you. Halfway into the tour, the boat will stop and you will be offered to partake in some diverse water activities, such as snorkeling, swimming, SUPs, and kayaking or just hanging out at an amazing beach. After your water activities, you will be offered a delightful meal including desserts. Then the music will soothe you as the captain pulls up anchor and begins your slow sail back to shore while allowing the gentle movement of the boat to soothe your soul. The final moments pulling into shore will be livened up with some music to wish you well on your way. The crew onboard is strongly focused on providing you with an unforgettable memory, as soon as you get on the catamaran you'll feel the Pura Vida experience. Sit Back, Relax and Enjoy.

Tamarindo Sunset Sailing Adventure

4. Tamarindo Sunset Sailing Adventure

Enjoy an afternoon with the original sailing company, since 2004. Enjoy an adventure off Costa Rica’s Tamarindo coast on the Pacific Ocean, departing at 12:45 from the south end of Playa Tamarindo. Once you have checked-in, you will be shuttled by launch boat to the 40-foot catamaran saiilboat for the start of your adventure. As the sails are raised, relax in the afternoon sun or find a shaded spot in the covered lounge area as the crew serves drinks. You’ll head north along the coast, enjoying the fresh sea breeze, a cold beverage, and some fresh fruit. About an hour into the trip, anchor in a cove where you can swim and snorkel in the warm tropical waters, kayak, swim to the beach, or just relax on the boat. Return to the boat for a very tastey freshly prepared light afternoon meal around 3:30 PM while making new friends. Finally it's happy hour! Pull anchor and raise the sails while the crew eagerly provides our Blue Dolphin Especial cocktail, a cold imperial beer, or other beverage to your liking. Dance to a mix of Latin and rock music as you glide across the ocean en route back to Tamarindo as the sun falls below the horizon and enjoy an amazing Tamarindo sunset!

Nosara: Private Horseback Riding Tour

5. Nosara: Private Horseback Riding Tour

Horseback riding through Nosara! Fall in love with Nosara and a beautiful virgin beach on this enchanting horseback riding tour. We will hike from the Cerros Guiones, through jungle trails and across the river to the Gulf of Nosara. As the sun sets, you'll stroll along picturesque Playa Pelada, where the waves crash and the orange and pink sunset kisses the sky. This horseback riding tour is suitable for people of all ages. Children are also welcome. Horseback riding through Nosara! Fall in love with Nosara and a beautiful virgin beach on this enchanting horseback riding tour. We will hike from the Cerros Guiones, through jungle trails and across the river to the Gulf of Nosara. As the sun sets, you'll stroll along picturesque Playa Pelada, where the waves crash and the orange and pink sunset kisses the sky. This horseback riding tour is suitable for people of all ages. Children are also welcome.

Playa Minas: Sea Turtle Watching Tour

6. Playa Minas: Sea Turtle Watching Tour

You will be picked up from your hotel at 6:00 PM and driven to Playa Minas or a nearby beach that is home to nesting turtles. Playa Minas constitutes one of Costa Rica's most important nesting sites. Between October and March, large numbers of turtles migrate to this region. It remains one of the last untouched beaches in the world, giving it a remote paradise feel. There will be a 700-meter hike in the dark with infrared flashlights provided by your tour guide. Once arriving at the beach, the guide will educate the group on how to respectfully navigate the area. You will see the black turtles, and if you are lucky, the rare leatherback turtles. The leatherback sea turtle is the largest sea turtle in the world, weighing over 1,200 pounds and averaging almost 8 feet in length.

Playa Flamingo: Chartered Sailboat Tours with Snorkeling

7. Playa Flamingo: Chartered Sailboat Tours with Snorkeling

Book a private yacht charter and enjoy the day out with only your group on a real sailboat. The Cover-girl, Serendipity, is a classy 50 foot Beneteau Oceanis (she was featured on the cover of Sail Magazine) and is operated by the most experienced, professional and safest crew in the bay - with captains that have sailed the world. Start the day off by sailing up (or down) the beautiful coastline. There is no set "tour" - each day is different based on the winds, tides and what the ocean is offering that day. If you want to sail more, fish more or swim more, just let the captain know. The captain will find an anchorage where you will have the opportunity to swim or snorkel with an experienced guide. All the equipment for fishing and snorkeling will be provided. Being uniquely positioned close to the pristine Santa Rosa National Park, this area of the coastline has been beautifully protected, and it is the crew's intention to appreciate and explore while having a minimal impact on the natural flora and fauna in the area.

Diamante Eco Adventure Park: Wildlife Sanctuary Pass

8. Diamante Eco Adventure Park: Wildlife Sanctuary Pass

Spend an unforgettable day exploring Diamante Eco Adventure Park and admire the variety of Costa Rican wildlife. See animals like sloths, monkeys, jaguars, pumas, and more. The Diamante Adventure Park is known for its world-class habitat designs. Throughout the experience, you will see monkeys, cheetahs, crocodiles, pumas, and varieties of birds. Some of these animals have been born in other wildlife management programs for scientific and educational purposes. You will also learn the key aspects of biology, ecology, and the natural history of the animals from qualified and dedicated professionals. Capture incredible photos with the animals and marvel at the diversity of Costa Rican wildlife.

Monteverde: Curi-Cancha Reserve Tour with Entry Ticket

9. Monteverde: Curi-Cancha Reserve Tour with Entry Ticket

Go on a tour of the Curi-Cancha reserve in Monteverde. Get picked up from your hotel, and drive to the 83-hectare reserve. Start your tour with a local guide and see a variety of rare birds and unusual animals. Marvel at the views and take lots of photos. Get dropped back at your hotel at the end. Begin your hike and listen to your guide tell you all about the wildlife in the area. Keep your eyes peeled for rare birds, including the Resplendent Quetzal, the Three-Wattled Bellbird, the Blue-Crowned Motmot, and the Orange-bellied Trogon. Continue along 7 kilometers of natural trails and get to see the flora and fauna of the tropical forest. See if you can spot unusual wild animals, such as armadillos, coatis, and two-toed sloths and use the opportunity to take photos. Learn about the sustainable practices of the reserve. Marvel at impressive views of the mountains surrounding you. Get taken back to your hotel at the end of the tour.

Rio Celeste: Tubing Tour with Snacks and Drinks

10. Rio Celeste: Tubing Tour with Snacks and Drinks

Expereince the rush of spilling over the rapids of the turquoise Celeste River on this tubing tour in Katira. Spot colorful birds, monkeys, and frogs as you float safely along with the provided safety helmet and life vest. Refuel with some delicious fruit and drinks that are included in the tour.  Meet your guide and get set up with your well-maintained tubing gear. Set off down the river through dense jungle over the blue water. Keep an eye out for local birds like toucans, bear-necked umbrella birds, woodpeckers, and hummingbirds.  Awaken your inner adrenaline junkie as you glide over rapids on this family-friendly adventure. Relax and get some incredible photos of this area that is just outside the Tenorio National Park. 

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What people are saying about Guanacaste

Overall rating

4.5 / 5

based on 14 reviews

We all gathered and transported out to the catamaran on time. The Crew was fabulous in all aspects. Helpful, smiling and informative. The open bar was truly an open bar the whole time we were on the boat. They had no problem mixing me up non alcoholic blender drinks and doing so graciously. The food was plentiful and very tasty. Our Captain was always around and had a great sense of humor. On the way back we were fortunate to see whales. Beautiful sunset and a great way to finish a delightful day. My Husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our day on this tour. This is probably not a tour I would recommend for children. There was a lot of drinking, the current was fairly strong swimming off the boat and the group I was with on the boat were adults, no families. Not much running around happening. Very low key and relaxed.

What a wonderful adventure! We saw at least 30 crocodiles, 10 white face monkeys and 7 howling monkeys. And on top of that we saw so many exotic birds. The trip to the ranch for a fruit and juice break was lovely. I highly recommend this tour!

Daphne was our guide and she was absolutely wonderful! She was so friendly, answered all of our questions and even helped me practice my Spanish! The tour itself was really a lot of fun but Daphne made our day so wonderful!

Jose, the guide. Was personable and very knowledgeable Even before getting on the river, he told us about agriculture in that part of Costa Rica

Great experience. Daphne was super helpful and knowledge.