Day Trips · Full Day · 5-in-1 Combo
Cañon de la Vieja Adventure Combo: Guanacaste's Best Day Trip
Zipline the Rio Colorado canyon, ride with a Sabanero cowboy, tube whitewater, soak in volcanic hot springs and enjoy a Costa Rican buffet lunch, all in one day.
About This Trip
Five Adventures in One Day
The most action-packed full-day adventure from Playas del Coco. This 5-in-1 combo takes you into the volcanic wilderness around Rincón de la Vieja National Park for ziplining over the Rio Colorado canyon, horseback riding with a real Sabanero cowboy, whitewater river tubing, volcanic mud baths and natural geothermal hot springs, with lunch included.
Round-trip air-conditioned transportation from Playas del Coco and the surrounding resorts is included.
Through the Day
What You'll Experience
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Zipline Over the Rio Colorado Canyon
Soar across 10 cables strung 75 feet above the Rio Colorado canyon on a gravity-powered pulley system, one of the most spectacular zipline experiences in Guanacaste.
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Horseback Riding with a Sabanero Cowboy
Ride jungle trails and river crossings with a true Costa Rican Sabanero, the legendary horsemen of Guanacaste.
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Rio Colorado River Tubing
Bounce through Class 2-3 rapids on the Rio Colorado surrounded by volcanic jungle, fully guided with safety equipment included.
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Volcanic Mud Baths and Hot Springs
Soak in geothermally heated hot springs and cover yourself in mineral-rich volcanic mud, warmed by the underground activity of Rincón de la Vieja Volcano.
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Traditional Costa Rican Buffet Lunch
A traditional Costa Rican buffet served at the jungle lodge between activities, included in your tour price.
Trip Information
- Duration
- Full day
- Pickup
- 7:00 AM pickup, back about 4:00 PM
- Minimum age
- 8 years
- Difficulty
- All experience levels
The drive takes about 1 to 1.5 hours each way, depending on your hotel. Round-trip hotel pickup included from Playas del Coco, Playa Hermosa, Ocotal, RIU Guanacaste, RIU Palace and Gulf of Papagayo resorts.
Prices
- 2 people $400
- 3 people $475
- 4 or more, per person 0
Prices in US dollars. Groups of 6 or more: contact us for group rates.
Trip Highlights
- 10-cable zipline over the Rio Colorado canyon
- Horseback riding with a real Sabanero cowboy
- Class 2-3 river tubing on the Rio Colorado
- Volcanic mud baths and natural geothermal hot springs
- Traditional Costa Rican buffet lunch included
- Round-trip transport from Playas del Coco included
- Family friendly, ages 8 and up
What's Included
- Round-trip air-conditioned transport from Playas del Coco and surrounding resorts
- 10-cable zipline course over the Rio Colorado canyon
- Horseback riding with a Sabanero cowboy guide
- Class 2-3 river tubing on the Rio Colorado
- Volcanic natural hot springs
- Volcanic mud bath (optional)
- Traditional Costa Rican buffet lunch
- All safety equipment and bilingual guides
What to Bring
- Closed-toe shoes for hiking, riding and water activities
- Swimsuit
- Change of clothes
- Sunscreen and a hat
- Insect repellent
- Towel
- Camera or smartphone
Frequently Asked Questions
Cañon de la Vieja is near Liberia, at the base of Rincón de la Vieja Volcano. The drive takes about 1 to 1.5 hours each way, depending on your hotel, and round-trip air-conditioned transport is included. Be ready for a 7:00 AM pickup.
Yes. The combo is designed for ages 8 and up and all experience levels, and professional bilingual guides lead every activity with safety as the top priority.
Our 5-in-1 combo is $400 for 2 people, $475 for 3, or 0 per person for groups of 4 or more, with transport and lunch included. Groups of 6 or more can contact us for group rates. The lodge also sells other packages, so ask us if you'd like a different combination.
The lodge offers river tubing, ziplining, horseback riding, volcanic mud baths, hot springs, hanging bridges, hiking, whitewater rafting and wildlife viewing. It's one of the few places in Guanacaste where you can combine several activities in a single day.
Yes. It's one of the most popular adventure day trips in Guanacaste, with several activities in one location in the scenic foothills of Rincón de la Vieja Volcano.
Bring comfortable clothing, closed-toe shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, insect repellent, a swimsuit, a towel and a change of clothes. Quick-dry clothing helps for the water activities.
Yes. We pick up from Playas del Coco, Playa Hermosa, Ocotal, RIU Guanacaste, RIU Palace Costa Rica, Planet Hollywood, Secrets Papagayo, Waldorf Astoria Punta Cacique and all Gulf of Papagayo resorts.
Contact us online, by phone or on WhatsApp and we'll reserve your spot.
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Five incredible activities in one unforgettable day, the best full-day adventure from Playas del Coco. Spots fill fast in high season, so book early and make it the highlight of your Guanacaste vacation.
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