Tours and activities on the Gold Coast

Tours and days out on the Gold Coast

Things to do

Pick your kind of day

Water, jungle or a bit of both. These are the tours our guests book most along the Gold Coast, from Flamingo, Potrero and Brasilito down to Tamarindo and Playa Grande.

Details change by provider and season, so we don’t list prices here. Tell us what sounds good and we’ll send you real options for your dates.

Adventure park near Playa Flamingo

On the water

Boats, reefs and big fish

Sportfishing boat near Playa Flamingo
Sportfishing

Sportfishing

Half, three-quarter or full days with a private captain. Inshore for roosterfish and snapper, offshore for marlin, sailfish and mahi. Good fishing all year.

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Surf lesson in Guanacaste
Surf

Surf lessons

Beginner lessons at Tamarindo or Playa Grande, about 40 minutes south, where the waves are more reliable than at Flamingo. Lessons run about an hour and a half.

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On land

Jungle, rivers and lookouts

ATV tour on a dirt road in Guanacaste
Off road

ATV tours

Dirt roads, river crossings and big views. Tours run 2 to 4 hours and suit beginners. Bring closed-toe shoes.

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Zipline platform in the forest canopy
In the trees

Ziplining

Treetop lines and hanging bridges 25 to 45 minutes inland. Runs rain or shine, and you’ll often hear howler monkeys.

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Waterfall tour near Liberia
Full day

Waterfalls

A day inland toward Liberia with swimming holes and an easy hike. Some trips add tubing or mud baths. Best from December into the early rainy season.

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Adventure park in Guanacaste
Mix and match

Adventure parks

Ziplines, ATVs, wildlife and trails in one spot, 30 to 60 minutes away. Good for groups who all want something different.

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How booking works

We do the legwork

  1. Tell us what you’re into

    Send your dates, your group and the kind of day you want. Big adventure or slow and easy.

  2. We suggest a few options

    We come back with tours and providers we trust, plus tips on timing so the day actually works.

  3. We help you book it

    Pick what you like and we help you lock it in and send over the details. Then you just show up.

Not sure which town is closest to what? See the Gold Coast towns. Need a ride or a rental car? Stay With Colibri sets those up too.