Gulf of Papagayo Tours – Complete List
Tours from RIU Palace/Guanacaste Hotels, Ocotal, Playas del Coco Hotels, Hermosa (Villas Sol, Condovac), Playa Panama (Secrets Papagayo, Mangroove), Andaz, Planet Hollywood, Four Seasons, Dreams Las Mareas
Full Day Excursions
Half and Full Day Tours from Papagayo to Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Cloud Forest & More!
Natural Wonders
$128
Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park
A full day tour exploring the flora, fauna and natural wonders of Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park. 2-hour hike where you will see wildlife and volcanic activity, have a visit to Oropendola Waterfall where you can swim in the blue lagoon, eat a typical Costa Rican lunch, and then relax hot springs and enjoy a volcanic mud bath.
natural wonders
$128
Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth & Waterfall Tour
An adventurous hike in Tenorio Volcano National Park to see one of Costa Rica’s most famous natural wonders - Rio Celeste - known for it’s divine hue of turquoise. You will also stop by the Llanos de Cortes Waterfall and a sloth sanctuary.
cultural
$190
Nicaragua Tour from Costa Rica
Explore all of Nicaragua's most famous highlights all in one day from Costa Rica! You will see a dormant volcano crater, the active Masaya Crater, go shopping at the artisan markets, explore the colonial town of Granada, and go on a boat ride viewing the islets of Lake Nicaragua, and even get to feed monkeys!
wildlife
$99
Palo Verde Boat Tour
1 Hour 20 min boat safari on the Tempisque River bordering Palo Verde National Park viewing a vast array of wildlife such as iguanas, crocodiles, monkeys, and many species of birds. After a plentiful Costa Rican style meal, we will visit the Guaitil Pottery village that is famous throughout Costa Rica and the rest of Central America for its pre-Columbian Chorotega style.
Off the Beaten Path
$130
La Leona Waterfall Hiking Tour
A moderate 2-hour hike alongside the blue waters of Rio Blanco located deep in the canyons of Rincon de la Vieja Volcano where you will spot wildlife with your local guide along the way. Once you get to La Leona waterfall, you can swim in the magical canyon for as long as you like. Finish the day with a a typical Costa Rican lunch!
Local Activities
ATV, Ziplining, Scuba Diving, Sunset Cruises & More
fly
$45
Congo Trail Ziplining
This Ziplining course in the mountains surrounding Playas del Coco will allow you to see the forest like you have never seen it before. Much like our local monkeys, zip from tree to tree exploring the local flora and fauna from a completely exhilerating point of view! This Original Canopy tour in Guanacaste features eleven Zip Line Cables, and three Hanging Bridges.
off road
$65
Congo Trail ATV Tour
A perfect tour for both beginners and experienced drivers, riding an ATV ride off-road gives you the ultimate opportunity to see the forest surrounding the Gulf of Papagayo. Take off on ATVs across four beautiful beaches, up into the scenic mountains where you will experience the forest on the ATV Congo Trail.
sealife
$135
Scuba Diving – Papagayo Gulf
Catalinas Islands are a world famous dive location that divers flock to, especially during the season for Giant Manta Rays. We´ll take you on an underwater adventure looking for sharks, rays, manta rays, octopus and a huge variety of marine fish we have living in our waters. In the right season you can even sometimes hear humpbacks singing!
relax
$95
Marlin del Rey Catamaran Cruise
You will love this sunset cruise from Tamarindo or Playas del Coco! The Marlin Del Rey is a 66-foot sailing catamaran that has no match for size, comfort or service. This half day tour includes open bar, snorkeling, music, food, and an incredible view of the Pacific Coast sunset.
Private Sailing Tours
Departing from Coco Beach, get on board and get to know the beautiful Gulf of Papagayo
private cruise
Hibiscus Private Cruise Coco Beach
Hibiscus is the premier sailing catamaran in Tamarindo! She is a beautiful 48' world cruising catamaran ideally suited for diving, snorkeling and sunset dinner cruises in Tamarindo and Playa Flamingo. Whether it's just you and your special someone, or a large gathering of friends and family, Sailing on Hibiscus will make your Costa Rican vacation memorable.
private cruise
Sea Bird Private Cruise Coco Beach
We focus on smaller groups and customized service that you will surely notice while we're out sailing. Raise the sails! There are beautiful private beaches and all kinds of snorkel spots in every direction, no matter which way the wind blows. Let's glide across the Pacific in style
