⭐ Tours in and around Tamarindo, compared in one place
Compare national-park walks, wildlife tours, mangrove trips, rafting, ocean outings and waterfall adventures. Tamarindo is the base, but many sights are outside town, so always check the meeting point and transfer details.
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119 tours available · Sorted by number of verified reviews. Prices from GetYourGuide as of our last update. The current price and availability are shown on GetYourGuide before booking.
⏱ 3 hours · 4.9 (328)
Embark on a safe adventure with expert guides to La Leona waterfall. Explore forest trails, pass volcanic caves, and swim in river pools. Immerse in Costa Rica's beauty on t…
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⏱ 4 hours · 4.8 (180)
Sail along the Pacific coast of Guanacaste on this catamaran tour. Snorkel, swim, stand-up paddle, kayak, or just relax on the beach before enjoying lunch or dinner.
from €85 per person
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⏱ 2 hours · 4.5 (179)
Paddle from the Tamarindo Estuary into the mangrove forest to spot local flora and fauna, including the local howler monkey population.
from €44 per person
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⏱ 2 hours · 4.6 (176)
Costa Rica is the best place in the world to observe sea turtles. Every species of turtle except one can be seen in Costa Rica. See up to 3 kinds during this turtle-watching tou…
from €67 per person
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⏱ 4h 30m · 4.4 (134)
Sail from Playa Tamarindo on a custom-built 66-foot catamaran, and cruise along the Costa Rican coast to see the sunset. Enjoy an open bar with your favorite drinks, and snacks…
from €120 per person
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⏱ 4h 30m · 4.5 (123)
Spend the afternoon sailing along Tamarindo's scenic coastline on a spacious catamaran. This activity includes water activities, an afternoon meal, along with alcoholic and…
from €81 per person
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⏱ 2 hours · 4.6 (106)
Join a boat tour and discover the Tamarindo Estuary located in the Las Baulas National Park. Travel the vast network of one of the largest mangrove forests in Costa Rica with an…
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⏱ 2 - 3 hours · 4.9 (80)
2-h ATV ride from Huacas on dirt roads — no asphalt. Stops at Puerto Viejo Beach & Pirates Bay. Howler monkeys, small groups, local guides, water included. No experience needed.
from €85 per person
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⏱ 2 hours · 4.9 (49)
Learn to surf in Tamarindo with a lesson tailored to your skill level. The lesson comes with a guarantee: if you don't stand up, you don't pay! Enjoy the thrill of catch…
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⏱ 2 hours · 4.7 (49)
Learn to surf from zero to hero with a 2-hour lesson in Tamarindo! Get one-on-one instruction in the water, be guided onto the waves, and have your own personal cheer team from…
from €58 per person
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⏱ 2h 30m · 4.7 (47)
Explore the mangroves of Tamarindo on a boat tour where you can see howler monkeys, crocodiles, and birds in their natural habitat within Las Baulas Marine Park.
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⏱ 2 hours · 4.8 (45)
Explore a natural world full of life, beauty, and adventure in the majestic mangroves of Tamarindo.
from €40 per person
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| Tour | Best for | Duration | Rating | Price | |
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| Rincon de la Vieja: La Leona Waterfall Private Hiking Tour | Wildlife visitors | NaN h | ★ 4.9 (328) | €40.33 | Check price → |
| Playa Flamingo: Catamaran Tour and Snorkel With Meal | Wildlife visitors | NaN h | ★ 4.8 (180) | €85.13 | Check price → |
| Tamarindo Estuary: Kayak Tour in Search of Howler Monkeys | Wildlife visitors | NaN h | ★ 4.5 (179) | €43.69 | Check price → |
| Tamarindo: Turtle Watching Night Tour with Expert Naturalist | Wildlife visitors | NaN h | ★ 4.6 (176) | €67.21 | Check price → |
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Cancellation terms differ by tour. Many can be cancelled free up to 24 hours before, but read the conditions of the exact product before booking.
Tamarindo has no large marina. Some boats collect from the beach, while others depart from Flamingo; inland parks require a long road transfer. We say when a transfer or car matters.
Guides & tips
Honest answers to the questions travellers ask us most.
Compare ATV and UTV formats for a two-hour dirt-road trip from Huacas to Puerto Viejo Beach and Pirates Bay near Tamarindo.
Read the guide →Playa Grande across the estuary with national-park rules, Conchal’s shell shore past Brasilito, or surf-focused Avellanas to the south: which beach day fits.
Read the guide →Compare five-hour snorkelling and two-dive trips to the Catalina Islands by price, experience and what each description includes.
Read the guide →Good to know
Surf lessons, Pacific sunsets, estuary wildlife and access to Las Baulas are the local signatures.
Some use beach pickup in Tamarindo; others depart from Flamingo. Check the exact meeting point.
No. Nesting is seasonal, sightings are never guaranteed and protected beaches require the rules set by SINAC and local guides.
It is across the estuary, but the road route is much longer than the water crossing.
No. They are inland road day trips with substantial transfer time.
No. Do not assume every sailing or dive trip starts in town.
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