Guanacaste · Costa RicaLocal guide · Pacific adventures · Pura vida
Costa Rica, with a local

Big days. Pacific roots.

Zipline through the canopy, splash into a waterfall, spot wildlife from the river, or dance into sunset on the Pacific. Roberto, a local Tico guide, helps you experience Guanacaste beyond the usual stops.

Locally guided in Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Family laughing together as they zipline over GuanacasteTravelers splashing beneath a Costa Rican waterfall
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Pick your pace

One day. A whole lot of Costa Rica.

Choose a day on the water, in the forest, or along the coast. Each tour opens up a different side of Guanacaste.

Combo · familyA family enjoying a canopy zipline above Guanacaste

Combo Family Adventure

Canopy zipline, a 400 meter water slide, horseback riding, hot springs, and cultural activities.

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  • Ziplining Canopy Tour
  • 400 meters water slide thru the forest
  • 45 minutes horseback riding
  • Hot Springs with volcanic mud
  • Pottery, sugar cane, bakery, coffee, and chocolate experiences
Combo · adrenalineGuests laughing as they ride inner tubes through Costa Rica rapids

Combo Adrenaline Adventure

Make a day of canopy ziplining, river tubing, horseback riding, and volcanic hot springs.

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  • Ziplining Canopy Tour
  • White Water Tubing
  • 30 minutes horseback riding
  • Hot Springs with volcanic mud
Volcano · waterfallTravelers crossing a hanging bridge in Costa Rica's rainforest

Unique Volcano Tour

Swim at a waterfall, explore a walkable secondary volcano crater, and unwind in natural hot springs.

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  • Natural pool with a waterfall
  • Optional Zipline Canopy Tour
  • Horseback riding or tractor ride
  • Walkable secondary volcano crater
  • Hot springs, volcanic mud, and sauna
  • Rainforest hike with a hanging bridge
Wildlife · riverGuests spot a crocodile from a safari boat on the Tempisque River

Palo Verde River Safari Boat Tour

Spend two hours on the river looking for monkeys, birds, crocodiles, iguanas, and more.

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  • 2 hours river safari
  • Wildlife sightseeing
  • Typical lunch cooked on a wood stove
  • Pottery and coffee presentation
Beach day · GuanacasteFriends splashing in clear turquoise water on a Costa Rica beach

Beach Tour

Visit the Guanacaste coast, with stops at Flamingo, Conchal, and Tamarindo beaches.

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  • Flamingo Beach
  • Conchal Beach
  • Tamarindo Beach
  • Optional surf lessons
Pacific · golden hourGuests dancing together on a sunset cruise in Papagayo Gulf

Sunset Cruise

Sail the Papagayo Gulf with an open bar, snack buffet, snorkeling, and music.

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  • Sightseeing tour on the Papagayo Gulf
  • Open Bar, Snack Buffet, Snorkeling & Music
  • Choose the upper deck for the breeze or lower deck for less sun
Rainforest · waterfallTravelers enjoying the water at a rainforest waterfall in Costa Rica

Magic of the Rainforest Tour

Walk the tropical forest, swim at Llanos de Cortés Waterfall, and look for colorful frogs and sloths.

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  • Swim at the famous Llanos de Cortes Waterfall
  • Tropical Rain Forest hike with flora and fauna observation
  • Botanical Garden with colorful frogs and a high possibility to spot sloths
  • Coffee experience
Make it yours

Want another kind of adventure?

Ask Roberto about a custom day, a private trip, or a ride farther into Costa Rica.

✦Custom tours✦Private fishing trips✦ATV adventure✦White water rafting · Class III & IV✦Transportation✦Nicaragua, Arenal, Monteverde & more
A local boat guide takes visitors through Palo Verde's wildlife-rich river
Your local guide

Meet Roberto.

Pacific Roots Tours is run by Roberto, a local Tico who calls Guanacaste home. He helps visitors explore the coast, rivers, and rainforest with the knowledge of someone who knows the region.

Tell him what kind of day you want. He can help you compare tours, routes, pickup details, and timing.

Choose your tour, then ask Roberto about dates, rates, and pickup.

Your Costa Rica day starts here.

Browse the tours and choose what sounds fun. Roberto can confirm dates, rates, and pickup details.

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