10 Tours in Playa Grande That You Shouldn't Miss

September 27, 2021 Natalie Tallman

Discover the best top things to do in Playa Grande, Costa Rica including Buena vista Mega Combo Tour at Rincon de la Vieja Volcano from Tamarindo Beach, Flamingo Beach Snorkeling Boat Tour, ZipLine, Horseback Riding, Tubing, Hot Springs & Lunch @ Volcano National Park , Liberia Airport Private Transfer To Or From Playa Grande , Turtle Nesting Experience @ Playa Grande National Park , Wildlife Nature Hike & Hot Springs Experience @ Volcán Rincón De La Vieja, Kayak and SUP Private Tour, Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates, Snorkeling Costa Rica, Private Yoga Class.
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1. Buena vista Mega Combo Tour at Rincon de la Vieja Volcano from Tamarindo Beach

PININOS ADVENTURES
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Costa Rica is a wonderful getaway option. Flora and fauna of all shapes, sizes and colors abound within our borders. It is a full day combination tour that includes the canopy tour, hot springs, water-slide, natural spa and horseback ride in the Rincon de la Vieja National Park

Inclusions: Buffet lunch, Professional guide, Horseback ride, Canopy zip-line, Visit to water slide and hot springs, Mud bath, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Reviewed By Elimuellerz

We book this trip last month through Pininos adventures and they pick up at Tamarindo Diria ,our tour guide Daniel was excellent and funny ,carlos and Daniel keep us with full energy the whole tour and safe. We highly recommend this tour company and this adventures for any ones ( family with kids and senior )

2. Flamingo Beach Snorkeling Boat Tour

Yellowfin Sportfishing, Costa Rica Pininos Adventures
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This versatile boat is designed for small trips for friends, family and just fun sunset watchin,  Discover the beauty of our beaches, rock formations and interesting sites. It is easy, just put on your snorkeling gear, relax and experience another world. A great opportunity to learn, combine the fun with fish identification, and even some creature interaction.  We take the boat in of flamingo Bay to Isla Plata, one of the best places to see diferent kinds of marine species.

Inclusions: All activities, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Bottled water

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By John67Gut

On of the best experience ever!! We were a large group and we booked this trip in advance . Pininos adventures pick up on time in a nice bus with full A/c .the whole tour was outstanding , specially our Guides,we felt safe the whole time , they were so professional and patient, lunch (typical food) was amazing. Highly recommend this adventures tours !

3. ZipLine, Horseback Riding, Tubing, Hot Springs & Lunch @ Volcano National Park

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​​Includes: Transportation, national park entrance fee, Zip-lining, horseback riding, river tubing, hot springs, Costa Rican buffet lunch, beverages, fruit, and snacks. What to Bring: Water shoes or any shoe with a closed-toe design that can get wet, bug spray, sunscreen, comfortable clothes, swimsuit underneath your clothes, fresh clean clothes to change into for the ride back Tour Difficulty: Moderate Times: Departure: 6:15 am Return: Approximately 5 - 6:00 pm​ Drive Time: 1.5hrs

Inclusions: Private Transportation, National Park Entrance Fee, Free Wifi & A/C Onboard, Bilingual Chauffeur / Guide, Beverages, Snacks, Insured Vehicle, Typical Costa Rican

Exclusions: Activity Photo Package For Sell

Reviewed By Sarah K

Fun and friendly staff! They always made sure I had what I needed! The scenery was gorgeous, snorkeling fun, and food/drinks were plentiful. And the best part...mother nature put on a beautiful with the gorgeous sunset! Super fun and beautiful excursion, I'd recommend!

4. Liberia Airport Private Transfer To Or From Playa Grande

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We are a local business from Playa Grande, that is focused on providing top quality personalized services. For your comfort and safety, using new vehicles with all legal requirements, insurance, and safety equipment is our priority. All our private transfers include welcome beverages, free onboard WIFI, and bilingual chauffeurs. We start monitoring your flight 24 hours before, If your flight is delayed we have you covered! No fees apply.

Inclusions: Private Transportation, Free Wifi & A/C Onboard, Certified Chauffeur, Beverages, Insured Vehicle

Exclusions: $5 Child seat, Extra passenger $15

Reviewed By Sarah K

Fun and friendly staff! They always made sure I had what I needed! The scenery was gorgeous, snorkeling fun, and food/drinks were plentiful. And the best part...mother nature put on a beautiful with the gorgeous sunset! Super fun and beautiful excursion, I'd recommend!

5. Turtle Nesting Experience @ Playa Grande National Park

Playa Grande Shuttle & Tours
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Includes: Transportation, bilingual guide, and beverages What to Bring: Comfortable close-toed shoes that can get wet, bug spray ​Tour Difficulty: Easy to Moderate Times: Departure: Approximately 6:00 pm, depending on tides Return: Approximately 3 hours after the experience begins Drive Time: 30min

Inclusions: National Park / Conservation area fees, Bottled water, Bilingual Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned new vans, Vans with all Insurance and legal tourism permits in Costa Rica

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Reviewed By Sarah K

Fun and friendly staff! They always made sure I had what I needed! The scenery was gorgeous, snorkeling fun, and food/drinks were plentiful. And the best part...mother nature put on a beautiful with the gorgeous sunset! Super fun and beautiful excursion, I'd recommend!

6. Wildlife Nature Hike & Hot Springs Experience @ Volcán Rincón De La Vieja

Playa Grande Shuttle & Tours
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National Park Is Closed On Mondays Includes: Transportation, guide, National Park entrance fees, lunch, beverages, snacks, fruits. What to Bring: Comfortable walking shoes and clothes, sunscreen, bug repellent, bathing suit underneath your clothes, clean change of clothes for the ride back. Tour Difficulty: Easy to Moderate Times: Departure: 6:15 am Return: Approximately 5:00 pm​ Drive Time: 2hrs

Inclusions: Private Transportation, National Park Entrance Fee, Free Wifi & A/C Onboard, Bilingual Chauffeur / Guide, Beverages, Snacks, Insured Vehicle, Typical Costa Rican

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Reviewed By Sarah K

Fun and friendly staff! They always made sure I had what I needed! The scenery was gorgeous, snorkeling fun, and food/drinks were plentiful. And the best part...mother nature put on a beautiful with the gorgeous sunset! Super fun and beautiful excursion, I'd recommend!

7. Kayak and SUP Private Tour

Sector Playa Grande, Provincia de Guanacaste, Costa Rica YouAreCostaRica
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Get ready for an adventure. This tour is perfect for nature and ocean lover  people, who are looking to have a unique and authentic adventure with a local bilingual Costa Rican guide. Have the feeling of been on a paddle board for the fist time in your life during your vacations in Costa Rica.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Private tour, Round-trip private transfer, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase) $30 extra, Beers

Reviewed By emilyt172

Marcos was an incredible surf instructor. We caught every wave he put us on and he helped us learn valuable surf skills. This experience was one of our favorites in Costa Rica. Plus the surf was amazing at playa grande!

8. Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates

YouAreCostaRica, Tours, Lessons and rentals, Calle Principal, 75mts de la playa, contiguo a las oficinas del Minae, en Guanacaste Santa Cruz, Provincia de Guanacaste, 50309, Costa Rica YouAreCostaRica
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Unlike most large ´surf schools´, our exclusively and unique personalized surf lessons for all surfing levels, ensure that you, your friends and family are going to receive the attention and time required for an unforgettable first, safe, fun and educational introduction to surfing and the ocean environment. Our team is sure to have you hooked on surfing before you ever leave the water. Join us to start catching waves!  The Surfing Lesson includes: • Free roundtrip transportation in Playa Grande, Flamingo or Tamarindo. • Safety speeach and beach practice (10-15 min) • Professional Local Surf Instructor (1instructor per 3 adults or 2 kids) • Surf Board for the lesson • Rashguard (lycra) • Cold Water • Tropical Fruits • *Option include breakfast or typical lunch Our Schedule is: 7am, 10am, 1pm or 4pm

Inclusions: Transport by private vehicle, Bottled water, Snacks

Exclusions: Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase) $30 extra, Private transportation

Reviewed By Holls22

We had a fabulous time with You Are Costa Rica learning to surf, kayaking, boogie boarding. Loved Marianna and Marcos. Thank you so much.

9. Snorkeling Costa Rica

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Road trip north of Tamarindo and nearby towns, to isolated beaches and plunge in with the snorkel gear on; meeting the juvenile tropical fish underwater; easy and slow progressive swim that lead us from standing  depth to a maximum depth of 12 feet, average visibility of 12-20 feet. always warm and protected water on the bay. Dynamics and safety briefing previous to access in the water, around 2 hours in the water, 1 hour round trip from Tamarindo. All gear will be provided.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Bottled water, Snacks

Reviewed By scottyw628

First of all I'd like to apologize to Alejandro for not writing this review way sooner. Now realizing that I had never done so after we got back home, but I guess better late then never.. That being said I would like to thank him for a very professional, patient, knowledgeable and fun experience. From picking my wife and I up at our villa to taking his time to teach us basic fundamentals and safety on the beach and then getting in the water to surf. We had an awesome time and made many memories that day. Alejandro is a true teacher and this is something you can see he genuinely enjoys doing. We both agree our favorite part of the day were the couple party waves we caught together. I would not hesitate to recommend Alejandro and Seafari. We both cannot wait to get back to this beautiful country and especially Tamarindo. Thank you again! Ken and Stephanie W.

10. Private Yoga Class

Taco Star, Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica Playa Grande Shuttle & Tours
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You will have the amazing experience to connect with your body, mind, and spirit at a magical Shala surrounded by a beautiful green garden or on the beach enjoying a breathtaking sunset!

Inclusions: Yoga Mats

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Reviewed By Sarah K

Fun and friendly staff! They always made sure I had what I needed! The scenery was gorgeous, snorkeling fun, and food/drinks were plentiful. And the best part...mother nature put on a beautiful with the gorgeous sunset! Super fun and beautiful excursion, I'd recommend!

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