What to do in Guanacaste

Activities, attractions and tours

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Things to do

La Fortuna: Waterfall, Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs Tour

La Fortuna: Waterfall, Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs Tour

£79
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
La Fortuna: Waterfall, Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs Tour
Playas del Coco: Sunset Sailing and Snorkeling Tour

Playas del Coco: Sunset Sailing and Snorkeling Tour

£100
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Playas del Coco: Sunset Sailing and Snorkeling Tour
Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth & Llanos de Cortez Waterfall Tour

Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth & Llanos de Cortez Waterfall Tour

£84
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth & Llanos de Cortez Waterfall Tour
Diamante Eco Adventure Park Day Pass with Lunch

Diamante Eco Adventure Park Day Pass with Lunch

£109
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Diamante Eco Adventure Park Day Pass with Lunch
Thermal River Experience

Hot Springs Pura Vida

£21
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hot Springs Pura Vida
Jungle and Beach Horseback Riding Tour - 2H 1/2

Jungle and Beach Horseback Riding Tour - 2H 1/2

£48
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Jungle and Beach Horseback Riding Tour - 2H 1/2
1,5 Hours Private Horseback Riding Tour in Playa Conchal

1,5 Hours Private Horseback Riding Tour in Playa Conchal

£105
per adult
1,5 Hours Private Horseback Riding Tour in Playa Conchal
Monteverde Birdwatching Experience

Monteverde Birdwatching Experience

£57
per adult
Monteverde Birdwatching Experience
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Arenal Hanging Brindes La Fortuna Waterfall and Volcano Hike

£124
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Arenal Hanging Brindes La Fortuna Waterfall and Volcano Hike
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Volcano Hike, Waterfall & Hot Springs on Rincon de la Vieja

Volcano Hike, Waterfall & Hot Springs on Rincon de la Vieja

Activity duration is 6 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 65 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £100 per adult
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Horseback Riding To The La Fortuna Waterfall

Horseback Riding To The La Fortuna Waterfall

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 12 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £51 per adult
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Water activities

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Balsa River White Water Rafting class 2/3 in Costa Rica

Balsa River White Water Rafting class 2/3 in Costa Rica

Activity duration is 5 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 383 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £54 per adult
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Costa Rica: Baldi Hot Springs Day Pass with Optional Meals

Costa Rica: Baldi Hot Springs Day Pass with Optional Meals

8.4 out of 10 with 31 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £61 per adult
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Spa & wellness

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La Fortuna Kalambu Hot Springs and Water Park Ticket with Lunch

La Fortuna Kalambu Hot Springs and Water Park Ticket with Lunch

Activity duration is 8 hours
Free cancellation available
The previous price was £71 and current price is £35 per adult
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What to do in Guanacaste

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Coco Beach

8.2/10 (2,696 reviews)
Explore the depths of the ocean with your snorkel and fly through the treetops of the jungle on a zip line in this picturesque beach town.
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Palm Beach Estates

Palm Beach Estates might not have many top sights, but Tamarindo Beach and Grande Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Coco Sunset Hills

While Coco Sunset Hills may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Coco Beach and El Coco Casino.

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Los Cerros

While Los Cerros isn't home to many top sights, Museo de Guanacaste and Liberia Parque Central are some notable places to visit nearby.

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El Capulín

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in El Capulín and surrounding area, you can visit Museo de Guanacaste and Liberia Parque Central.

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Barrio La Guaria

While Barrio La Guaria may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Museo de Guanacaste and Liberia Parque Central.

 

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Day trip destinations from Guanacaste

A suspension bridge in a dense forest.

Monteverde

A town with colorful buildings, a central park, and a volcano in the background.

La Fortuna

A lush green landscape with a prominent mountain in the background.

Fortuna

A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, turquoise waters, and dense green forest.

Cóbano

A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, ocean waves, and a forested hillside.

Javilla

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