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 64 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$1,059 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
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$541 per adult
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From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch

From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch

Activity duration is 16 hours
7.0 out of 10 with 14 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$1,059 per adult
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From Timarouba: Sailing & Snorkelling w/Lunch & Drinks Ticket

From Timarouba: Sailing & Snorkelling w/Lunch & Drinks Ticket

Activity duration is 4 hours
9.2 out of 10 with 33 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$780 per adult
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Arenal Hanging Bridges, Volcano Hike & Hotsprings Tour with Lunch

Arenal Hanging Bridges, Volcano Hike & Hotsprings Tour with Lunch

Activity duration is 7 hours and 30 minutes
9.4 out of 10 with 26 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$776 per adult
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Tamarindo Beach

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Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Tamarindo Beach, a popular beach in Tamarindo. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the surfing spots.
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Find the best Guanacaste areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

Coco Sunset Hills

While Coco Sunset Hills may 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 Playa Hermosa.

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Los Cerros

While Los Cerros isn't home to many top sights, Museo de Guanacaste and Liberia Parque Central are some notable places to visit nearby.

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El Capulín

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in El Capulín and surrounding area, you can visit Museo de Guanacaste and Liberia Parque Central.

Barrio Buenos Aires

Check out nearby sights like Parque Bernabela Ramos while you're spending some time in Barrio Buenos Aires and the surrounding area.

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Tamarindo

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Liberia

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San Juanillo

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Playa Hermosa

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Matapala

A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, turquoise waters, and dense green forest.

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