Things to do in Guanacaste

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Volcano Hike, Waterfall & Hot Springs on Rincon de la Vieja

Volcano Hike, Waterfall & Hot Springs on Rincon de la Vieja

Activity duration is 6 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 66 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 8,511 per adult
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Horseback Riding To The La Fortuna Waterfall

Horseback Riding To The La Fortuna Waterfall

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 12 reviews
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Price is P 4,350 per adult
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Balsa River White Water Rafting class 2/3 in Costa Rica

Balsa River White Water Rafting class 2/3 in Costa Rica

Activity duration is 5 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 398 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 5,044 per adult
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Costa Rica: Baldi Hot Springs Day Pass with Optional Meals

Costa Rica: Baldi Hot Springs Day Pass with Optional Meals

8.6 out of 10 with 36 reviews
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Price is P 5,156 per adult
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La Fortuna Kalambu Hot Springs and Water Park Ticket with Lunch

La Fortuna Kalambu Hot Springs and Water Park Ticket with Lunch

Activity duration is 8 hours
Free cancellation available
The previous price was P 5,990 and current price is P 2,695 per adult
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What to do in Guanacaste

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Coco Beach

8.2/10 (2,696 reviews)
Explore the depths of the ocean with your snorkel and fly through the treetops of the jungle on a zip line in this picturesque beach town.
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Where to stay in Guanacaste

Find the best Guanacaste areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Potrero

Potrero is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Penca Beach and Playa Potrero while you're in town.

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Palm Beach Estates

Palm Beach Estates might not have many top sights, but Tamarindo Beach and Grande Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Coco Sunset Hills

While Coco Sunset Hills might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Coco Beach and El Coco Casino.

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Huacas

The beaches and restaurants are a few reasons travelers visit Huacas. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit Reserva Conchal Golf Course and Playa Brasilito, a few notable attractions nearby.

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Portegolpe

Check out nearby sights like Monkey Park while you're spending some time in Portegolpe and the surrounding area.

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Nosara

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Puerto Carrillo

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Cañas

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Tamarindo

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Liberia

A volcanic mountain, a large lake, and surrounding forested hills.

Arenal

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Monteverde

A town with colorful buildings, a central park, and a volcano in the background.

La Fortuna