Top Things to do in Playa Panama
Things to do in Playa Panama, Province of Guanacaste: The Best Day Trips from
Discover the best top things to do in Playa Panama, Costa Rica including Miravalles Volcano and Waterfalls from Playa Hermosa, Guachipelin Adventure Volcano Zipline Horseback River Tubing Combo, Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth Sanctuary & Llanos de Cortes Waterfall Tour, Palo Verde Boat Safari, Miravalles Combo Tours hot springs hornillas.
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1. Miravalles Volcano and Waterfalls from Playa Hermosa
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 14 reviews
Enjoy this trip to The Miravalles where you will observe a volcano’s active crater with mud pots with temperatures ranging from 104º to 212º F (40º to 100º C). You can make use of the mud baths in the outdoor/natural spa, sauna, as well as three thermal pools where you can take advantage of the wealth of properties that these waters of volcanic origin have.
Inclusions: Waterfall Park fee Llanos del cortes is not included customer need to take care: (Additional charge $7 cash adult- $4 cash children), Bottled water, Lunch, Professional guide, Transportation, Hotel drop-off (selected hotels only)
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks, Gratuities, Entrance fees to the llanos del cortez waterfalls is not included (Additional charge $7 adult- $4 children)
Reviewed By MNApril
We booked a private excursion with Pininos for the Mega tour - Ziplining, Horse backriding and then white water tubing. With 4 teens it is hard to "thrill" them but we had a great time on this excursion. We booked "private" because we did not want to share a van with anyone else or stop at multiple hotels to pick up people - since we are 6 people this worked out great for us. The Ziplining is done back and forth over a river canyon and there are 8 ziplines. There is an opportunity to repel down a wall and climb back up after the ziplines but only our youngest (13) elected to do that activity due to the heat (the rest of us watched). The horse back ride was about 30 minutes and brought us to the river. The tubing was refreshing and you sit in a tub with a seat - warning here that this has lots of rapids and a waterfall that you go over - perfect for my 13, 15, 17 and 17 year old teens. We had multiple guides in the river who were keeping everyone safe - it was exciting but you never felt in danger. (If you have small children you should work with Pininos to see how this is handled because the waterfall drop is about 7 feet). At the end of the tubing you have lunch and then a short walk to the hotsprings for a soak. IT was a blast and I would highly recommend Pininos - they made sure that everything ran smoothly for us. On the way home they stopped at Walmart at our request so we could shop for drinks and misc. An adventure to thrill 4 teens that parents also enjoyed is worth the money. Thanks Pininos!
2. Guachipelin Adventure Volcano Zipline Horseback River Tubing Combo
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 316 reviews
The best all day adventure combo on Rincon de la Vieja Volcano that includes ziplining, horseback riding, river tubing, full lunch, hot springs, and volcanic mud bath. Ziplining The course takes you into a steep canyon where you will go down 8 zip line cables, 18 platforms, a rock climbing wall, a hanging bridge, rappel, and a tarzan swing! (wall, rappel & swing optional) Horseback Riding - 45-minute ride through the forest viewing the local flora and fauna of the volcano River Tubing - You will have the time of your life bouncing down Rio Negro’s crystal clear and fun rapids in your individual rafting “tube” for over 5 kilometers. Lunch includes a salad bar, many choices of entrees and sides, dessert bar, fresh juice, coffee and tea. All dietary resctrictions can be accommodated After lunch you will driven to the Hot Springs & Mud Bath. Surrounded by tropical dry forest, the Río Negro Hot Springs feature ten pools with waters heated naturally by the Rincón de la Vieja Volcano.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Buffet lunch, Hotel, condo, and house pickup and drop-off, Professional guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, We teamed up with Agua Rica to provide glass bottles that are refilled & sealed to avoid using any single use plastics!
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Uburoi
I actually went to two tours (also did Rio Tempisque) with Native's Way. Our guide Gustavo was friendly and very informative, telling us about the plants birds, and of course about the wonderful volcano fumaroles, mud puddles, etc. Gustavo was a good driver, and accommodated our need to have occasional bathroom or snack stops. One suggestion to Native Way would be to be a little more clear about what to bring along; we did not need a change of clothes after the hot spring dip, as there were changing room. I would definitely book again with these folks next time I vacation in Tamarindo.
3. Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth Sanctuary & Llanos de Cortes Waterfall Tour
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 148 reviews
You will start out on a 2 hour moderately difficult hike in the park. Along the trail you will walk through the rainforest and along the Celeste River, where you can observe one of nature’s most intriguing phenomenons of a turquoise waterfall. After this beautiful site, you will continue hiking to where two brooks merge together that creates a chemical reaction of volcanic minerals, giving the water it's blue hue. You will head to another part of the river outside of the park where you will get to swim in the blue waters!! After your swim, we will stop by a local restaurant for a plentiful Costa Rican style lunch! Finca Verde - Sloths & More - You will be taken on an inspiring and educational walk, showcasing natural wonders such as tropical plants, flowers, birds, sloths, frogs, snakes, insects and many more animals. We will take you by Llanos de Cortes Waterfall in Bagaces where you can relax and take a swim underneath the falls or walk around exploring the flora and fauna.
Inclusions: National park fees, Lunch, Driver/guide, Professional bilingual guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Uburoi
I actually went to two tours (also did Rio Tempisque) with Native's Way. Our guide Gustavo was friendly and very informative, telling us about the plants birds, and of course about the wonderful volcano fumaroles, mud puddles, etc. Gustavo was a good driver, and accommodated our need to have occasional bathroom or snack stops. One suggestion to Native Way would be to be a little more clear about what to bring along; we did not need a change of clothes after the hot spring dip, as there were changing room. I would definitely book again with these folks next time I vacation in Tamarindo.
4. Palo Verde Boat Safari
Overall Ratings
4.6 based on 33 reviews
A 2 hour 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.
Inclusions: Lunch included, Live commentary on board, Hotel pick-up and drop off, National Park fees
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Uburoi
I actually went to two tours (also did Rio Tempisque) with Native's Way. Our guide Gustavo was friendly and very informative, telling us about the plants birds, and of course about the wonderful volcano fumaroles, mud puddles, etc. Gustavo was a good driver, and accommodated our need to have occasional bathroom or snack stops. One suggestion to Native Way would be to be a little more clear about what to bring along; we did not need a change of clothes after the hot spring dip, as there were changing room. I would definitely book again with these folks next time I vacation in Tamarindo.
5. Miravalles Combo Tours hot springs hornillas
This is the nearest rain forest location from the beach resorts. This tour is suitable for all ages. You can expect to go Zip lining, hiking in the rain forest, hanging bridges with waterfall sightings, horseback riding, or tractor with wagon transportation, mud bath and hot springs. This tour we stop at Cortez Waterfall where you will have a chance to swim. We customize your tour if you can’t take a full combo tour ask how we can accommodate you. What to Bring Sunscreen, bug spray, swim suit and towel, change of clothes, running shoes.
Inclusions: Hotels and Airports pickup, Private transportation, Lunch
Exclusions: tips
Reviewed By Shelbyvina
What a great outdoor experience with amazing guide and boat operator. Food was good at the local “cowboy” ranch. I bought hand made pottery for an amazing price. I fed a monkey in my head- no kidding! Very professional company Costa Rica Adventure Tours.
