Rincón de la Vieja, from Playa Flamingo
Rincón de la Vieja is the classic full-day trip from the Flamingo coast: an active volcano whose national park serves up steaming fumaroles and boiling mud pots along the flat, walkable Las Pailas loop, plus tougher waterfall trails in the dry forest.
Around the park’s edges, adventure lodges bundle ziplines, horseback rides, river tubing, mud baths, and volcanic hot springs into one-stop day passes, which is what most guided tours from the coast are built on. Expect an early start; with pickup, it is a roughly 10-hour day door to door. The park closes Mondays.
Getting there
About 1 h 45 min by car via Liberia; the last stretch is gravel. Guided day tours with coast pickup remove the driving and bundle park entry.
Tours around Rincón de la Vieja
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Rincón tours are operated out of Liberia and the surrounding lodges; most include pickup along the Flamingo and Coco coast. Confirm the pickup or departure point during booking.
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Rincon de la Vieja/Santa Maria Hike & Hot Springs
Get ready for an unforgettable experience with our road trip from Liberia, where you'll enjoy the breathtaking mountain range, nature, and unique scenery of Guanacaste! After a 25 km drive through stunning landscapes, you'll arrive at the Santa Maria Sector, part of Rincón de la Vieja National Park. We'll start our tour by delving into the culture and history at the Casona of the old Santa Maria Hacienda. Here, we'll begin a hike focused on wildlife observation and learning about the nature and forest around us. At the end of the trail, you'll find the magical blue natural pools filled with thermal mineral water, where you can immerse yourself, disconnect and relax. On the way back, we'll visit the Morpho Waterfall so you can rest your feet and dip into fresh water or simply enjoy the peaceful, loving forest and river surroundings. This is a medium-scale hike, approximately 6 km round trip, with 80% flat terrain throughout the trail, making it accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
Rincon de la Vieja National Park Hike - All in ONE experience
Venture into Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park Steaming fumaroles, mini-geysers and bubbling volcanic mud pits.We will hike Las Pailas loop trail 2.5 miles (3.5 km) through dry tropical forest to see the best views of the volcano, incredible nature, volcanic activity and wildlife. The park is home to more than 300 bird species, and other animals like armadillos, collared peccaries, iguanas, snakes, white-nosed coatis, and white-faced, howler and spider monkeys. All in ONE experience: - Rincon de la Vieja National Park Hike - Oropendola Waterfall Our Company is powered by locals with the best National Park Hike in Guanacaste to experience our: Nature, Wildlife, Active Volcano and Costa Rican Culture.
Private Tour to Waterfall and Hotsprings in Rincon de La Vieja
The best tour in Costa Rica , all ages Experience the most beautiful waterfall in Guanacaste , Hanging bridges & Hotsprings all in the same place
Rincon de la Vieja Exclusive Eco Adventure 12 in 1 Day Pass
Explore Guanacaste with exclusivity and the personalized attention you deserve. Host guides await you with itineraries tailored to your needs—unique experiences, unforgettable landscapes, and warm service that will exceed your expectations. Immerse yourself in the world of rural tourism wonders and unique experiences that will awaken your senses and connect you with the beauty of this tropical paradise. Connect with your essence and origin while learning through 100% experiential tours and activities: horseback riding, hikes through rainforest trails, bird watching, rivers full of flora, fauna, and waterfalls, natural and geological landscapes of the active Rincón de la Vieja volcano, crystalline hot springs, volcanic mud, sauna, gastronomy, gourmet coffee, honey, sugar cane, indigenous crafts, hanging bridges, canopy and valuable people who will be a unique company at all times, Let yourself be pampered!
Rincon De La Vieja Volcano Adventure Day.
There is no better place to enjoy the adrenaline that Costa Rica can offer. Nothing compares to flying over the largest volcano in Costa Rica: Rincon De La Vieja. In this adventure you can enjoy the best zipline in the Guanacaste area but we can also enjoy horseback riding, a 420 meter long water slide, a cultural experience that includes an explanation about sugar cane, typical food and a detailed explanation about the Pottery. To relax at the end, this park offers hot springs and mud baths. Don't forget, from the heights of the zipline to the relaxation of the hot springs, this is the best tour you can book and the best part is that it is private.
Hike to Rincon de Vieja National Park and La Leona Waterfall
Hiking through the Rincon de la Vieja National Park is a great experience for the entire family where we can see lots of wild life as white face monkeys , spider monkeys , howler monkeys , butterflies , raccoons ,toucans and other . We will see the volcano activity mud pods, fumaroles and the beautiful view of the guanacaste peninsula . After rincón de la vieja we will go to la Leona water one of the most beautiful water in the country with blue water inside a cave at this hike you will inspired by nature beauty and fun activities
Private Transportation Costa Rica Guanacaste Airport (LIR)
We are a purely Costa Rican company that is expanding with a vision and mission of doing things with excellence. All of our staff is clearly prepared and in constant training to do things in the best way, which makes us an excellent option for the enjoyment of your stay in our beautiful country Costa Rica.
ATV Tour Jobo
This tour is beautiful because in the tour and before leaving the guide will explain everything you will see on the tour you can see interesting things this tour is a fun way to see and discover places.
Liberia Airport to Hotels Round Trip Private Transfers
Let us be your reliable private transportation company in Costa Rica. Our English-speaking chauffeurs are locals who know every inch of this beautiful province. All our vehicles are equipped with A/C, Wi-Fi, and complimentary bottles of water for your comfort.
Transporte privado Guanacaste Aeropuerto (LIR)
Good personal presentation, pleasant and outgoing treatment, willing to receive suggestions and recommendations that improve the service provided, encourage the client to know a variety of safe and reliable places that they can visit. A feature of our units is to provide the customer with a comfortable, smooth and safe journey to their destination. Our goal is to achieve customer satisfaction.
Sloth tour, Coffee, Chocolate and Tons of Wildlife
Discover the vibrant culture and spectacular nature of Costa Rica with the "Coffee and Wildlife" tour. Your journey begins with a refreshing swim at the stunning Llanos del Cortés Waterfalls, followed by an immersive coffee experience, where you’ll learn how coffee is cultivated, roasted, and ground. Delve into the rich tradition of chocolate making with an intriguing presentation, and savor the local flavors that define Costa Rican life. This six-hour adventure promises to blend natural beauty with cultural insights, crafting unforgettable memories of "Pura Vida." Join us for a day filled with exploration and delight. - Tour duration: Approximately 6 hours from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm - Refreshing swim at the picturesque Llanos del Cortés Waterfalls - Authentic coffee tour showcasing the journey from seed to cup - Fascinating insights into traditional chocolate making - And the always happy Sloth of Costa Rica Please enjoy this quest, of finding Costa Rica's unique species, a Sloth.
Airport to Hotel or Hotel to Airport Transfer from Liberia
Enjoy a safe, private, and comfortable transfer that’s perfect for couples, families, or solo travelers. Whether you're heading from the airport to your hotel or vice versa, this service is ideal to start or end your trip without stress. The vehicle is air-conditioned, clean, and operated by a professional local driver who ensures a smooth and friendly experience. It's the most convenient way to travel between your hotel and the airport, with flexible pickup times and reliable service.
Punta Cacique ATV 4WD Jungle and Mountain Adventure in Costa Rica
Unforgettable ATV adventure in the lush landscapes of Costa Rica. This tour is perfect for all skill levels, guided by experienced professionals who prioritize your safety while ensuring a thrilling ride. Discover hidden waterfalls (rainy season mostly), as you explore the heart of this tropical paradise. Capture the beauty of Costa Rica's diverse ecosystems while enjoying the rush of off-road exploration. ATV Trail hunt has regular option or complete service Regular option: 2-3 hrs of fun under the sun riding threw the lush jungle rivers and inner towns avoiding the main road as much as possible, waterfall stop is included seasonal ,when dry season we ride threw the dry rivers to find the last of the puddles splish and splash Complete service : ATV 4-5hrs full experience : This is the top sold service bringing you the best of the best Includes the lush jungle ,rivers and waterfall seasonal plus ocean view spots and white sand beach stops for swimming with out a doubt the best !
Private Transfer Int. Airport Liberia To La Fortuna From 7 to 10 passengers
Our private transport service offers a safe, convenient, and flexible way to travel anywhere within Costa Rica. All the vehicles used for private transportation are air conditioned, well-maintained minibuses (passenger vans) driven by reliable and punctual Costa Rican bilingual professionals. Another nice feature of private transport is that it allows one hour of free wait time for the journey, giving your group opportunities to pose for photographs, take bathroom breaks, or enjoy a meal. Enjoy your way with Wi-Fi inside the vans and our drivers, they will show you our amazing country!
Private Airport Transfer In and Out Liberia Airport, Guanacaste
Choose us, a company fully certified by the Costa Rican Tourism Board (ICT). This means we meet all legal requirements, hold the necessary permits, and operate tours and transfers safely and professionally. From the moment you land, our friendly team member in a blue shirt holding our banner will greet you at the main arrivals gate. Travel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle, ensuring a smooth and comfortable ride to your destination, whether it’s Liberia, Papagayo Peninsula, Playas del Coco, Playa Hermosa, or the Riu Hotels. We also offer tours through this platform, so don’t hesitate to ask for our link and book an unforgettable Costa Rican experience! Additional touches, like water, beers, juice, or soft drinks, can be for a small extra cost, tailored to your needs. Book with us for peace of mind, comfort, and a professional, reliable experience — your Costa Rican adventure starts the moment you arrive! More that 10 years of experience!
Private Transportation from Liberia Airport to Tamarindo Beach
Our company has vehicles of recent models, with reclining seats and air conditioning for the greater comfort of our clients and deep cleaning. Our staff has been and follows a strict customer service training for the satisfaction of our customers. At the moment of receiving the traveler(s), we will offer them refreshing drinks and a very professional treatment. In addition to the transportation service, we provide extensive information and guides so that the traveler can obtain the best experience during their stay in Costa Rica. Travelers will receive assistance with their luggage during reception and transfer to their respective hotels or villas. Also, we offer information in English and Spanish. We also provide a very personalized service and more than 10 years of experience in the tourism industry in Costa Rica. People love our services because we build trust. We are a legal company with all government permits.
Liberia Airport to Hotels One Way Private Transfer
Let us be your reliable private transportation company in Costa Rica. Our English-speaking chauffeurs are locals who know every inch of this beautiful province. All our vehicles are equipped with A/C, Wi-Fi, and complimentary bottles of water for your comfort.
All Day Adventure Tour
This fun filled day has something for everyone and is sure to please the adrenaline seeker as well as the nature lover. Afterwards, take a thrilling ride down the 420-meter long waterslide that snakes through the tropical dry forest floor and shoots you into a fresh water pool. Enjoy the natural spa, thermal water pools and volcanic mud prior to relaxing in the various thermal pools. After working up an appetite, sit down and enjoy a 5 course gourmet organic lunch, comprised of a variety of typical Costa Rican dishes and a natural tropical fruit beverage.
Daily Private Vehicle, Driver/Guide and Tailor Itinerary
This is a trip solution for those looking to avoid crowds & get a real insight into our culture, and hidden secrets & see the extraordinary landscape of Costa Rica. The vehicle and driver are available to transfer you to your desired location & also to wait for you while you go on the tour. We can take you to as many sightseeing stops as you desire. Aside from being your personal driver, he/she will simultaneously be your own personal tour guide to every place you visit. Just let us know what is on your bucket list & we can make it happen. Not sure what you want to see or where you want to go? That’s fine, too! We can develop a custom itinerary plan specifically for you, where you will visit the most remarkable landscapes of Costa Rica.
Vandara Hot Springs & Horses+ Zipline+ sugarmill+ waterslide
Vandara Hot Springs & Horses+ Zipline+ sugarmill+ waterslide Horses tour: You take a ride on the jungle 20 minutes by quite horses and lovely tour. Canopy or Zip Line Tour: This is the perfect activity for people who enjoy high adrenaline experiences. This canopy tour is comprised of 10 cables and 11 platforms of varying height. Tour duration: 1 hour Waterslide: Before you know if you will be rushing down a 400-meter long slide straight down into a pool. Tour duration: 20 minutes. SUGARMILL & COFFEE DEMONSTRATION: You can check our culture with a explination about history of coffee plantation, sugar cane. Try sugar cane syrup, costarrican run, coffee and corn bread, feel as a local. Hot Springs & Mud Baths: If your muscles are tense and your mind is worried, we have the perfect solution! Indulge in a mineral rich volcanic mud bath or wade in the hot springs until your worries are nothing but a memory. You will be able to soak up all the beauty Tour Duration: 1 hour
Private VIP Transfer: Liberia Airport to JW Marriott//Pinilla
Get a ride like you never before! In our vans, you will feel a warm welcome to Costa Rica, our vehicles are late model, air conditioned, comfortable and driven only by professional and bilingual drivers. We are 506 Transfers, #1 on Tripadvisor and consistently set the new standard for excellence featuring unparalleled vehicle quality and complementary drinks for our passengers. We we work 365 days a year with a 24-hour emergency number. Rates from 1 to 5 passengers, per trip not per person. Add $20.00 USD more for each additional passenger per way (will be paid in cash the day of each service)
Sloth, Waterfall, Chocolate and Coffee tour including lunch
Escape to paradise among the famous natural beauty of Costa Rica with this adventure Walk through the wonderful forest where you can see beautiful waterfall, sloths, frogs, monkeys and birds, also coffee and chocolate presentation, this is an amazing tour where you can share with these beauties, you will fall in love with these animals then reward your efforts with an authentic and delicious Costa Rican lunch. Discover the true meaning of 'pura vida' enjoying with us and this magical tour we leave at 8:00 am and return at 4:00 pm It is a unique activity you will not regret
Cultural: Coffee & Chocolate Tour+Wildlife Trail+Waterfall Swim
Our destination is the Tenorio - Miravalles Biological Corridor, part of the Guanacaste Mountain Range, wich is caressed by the winds of the two oceanic slopes of Costa Rica. You will be explore the extensive biodiversity by taking a leisurely hike and observing various wildlife such as two types of sloths. Costa Rican coffee is among the top five coffees in the world, and we will show it's production process - from fruit to a cup of coffee prepared by your hands. Chocolate is part of the culture and economy of this wonderful county and our expert guide will show you the process in an artesanal way. We will enjoy a delicious typical lunch surrounded by butterflies to regain energy, and on the way back, we stop an at exotic waterfall where you can swim and relax your mind, body, and soul.
Megacombo Adventure,Ziplining,Waterslide,Hotspring. Among others
In this Megacombo Adventure you will enjoy ziplining, Horseback riding, a 400 meters water slide into the pool, sugarcane juice presentation, lunch buffet style where you can taste the authentic costa rican food . After lunch you will take a tractor by the forest for about 15 minutes where its gonna leave us near by a waterfall pretty nice to take pictures and enjoy this natural spectacle. Next stop is spa with sauna, mudbath and hotspring. You will also cross the hanging bridge, What do you need to bring? swimwear, extra clothe, water shoes or tennis, bugspray, camera or video camera, sunglasses, money for souvenirs on the way back and good vibe enjoy.
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Home base
Playa Flamingo
Back to the bay: every bookable tour around Flamingo.
About 1 h from Flamingo (LIR airport)
Liberia
Guanacaste’s capital and the site of LIR international airport, with the region’s biggest supermarkets and the turnoff to Rincón de la Vieja.
About 3 h 30 min from Flamingo
La Fortuna & Arenal
Base town for Arenal Volcano: hot springs, hanging bridges, the La Fortuna waterfall, and white-water rafting, best done with a night or two.