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Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Pacific beaches, surf, and dry-forest wildlife

4 destinations · 927 experiences nearby

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Cities in Guanacaste

Open a Visit guide for planning tips, or jump straight into bookable tours.

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Guanacaste is Costa Rica’s northern Pacific coast — fly into Liberia (LIR) and choose a beach town that matches your pace.

Start by choosing a destination below — Tamarindo, Liberia, Playa Flamingo, and Sámara — then open the Visit guide or book tours.

Sample experiences

Tours across Guanacaste

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Morning Fishing Half Day CharterPopularEasy
Experience·Guanacaste

Morning Fishing Half Day Charter

⏱ 4 hrs👥 Varies
★★★★★
5.0 (113 reviews)
From$678/person
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Beginners surf lessons on tamarindo beachFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Guanacaste

Beginners surf lessons on tamarindo beach

⏱ 2 hrs👥 Varies
★★★★★
5.0 (83 reviews)
From$80/person
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ATV Hidden Beaches TourFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Guanacaste

ATV Hidden Beaches Tour

⏱ 3 hrs👥 Varies
★★★★★
5.0 (76 reviews)
From$140/person
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Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediatesFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Guanacaste

Private Surfing Lesson in Playa Grande for beginners and intermediates

⏱ 2 hrs👥 Varies
★★★★★
5.0 (75 reviews)
From$65/person
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Fun at the Ocean tour - 4 hrs - 25 ft boatFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Guanacaste

Fun at the Ocean tour - 4 hrs - 25 ft boat

⏱ 4 hrs👥 Varies
★★★★★
5.0 (63 reviews)
From$975/person
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Royal Charters: The Premier Yacht Charter in Costa RicaFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Guanacaste

Royal Charters: The Premier Yacht Charter in Costa Rica

⏱ 4 hrs👥 Varies
★★★★★
5.0 (62 reviews)
From$2260/person
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Guanacaste Rainforest Safari with MealFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Guanacaste

Guanacaste Rainforest Safari with Meal

⏱ 6 hrs👥 Varies
★★★★★
5.0 (61 reviews)
From$190/person
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Best Surf Lessons in Tamarindo – MouseHead Surf School with MaoFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Guanacaste

Best Surf Lessons in Tamarindo – MouseHead Surf School with Mao

⏱ 1.5 hrs👥 Varies
★★★★★
5.0 (55 reviews)
From$55/person
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Semi Private Surf Lessons on Stunning Playa GrandeFree cancellationEasy
Experience·Guanacaste

Semi Private Surf Lessons on Stunning Playa Grande

⏱ 2.3 hrs👥 Varies
★★★★★
5.0 (55 reviews)
From$250/person
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Travel guide

Planning a trip through Guanacaste

Tamarindo is the busiest surf hub; Flamingo and Sámara run calmer. Liberia is the airport gateway, not a long beach stay.

How to use this hub

  • Open a city Visit guide for tips, dining, and logistics.
  • Use city Tours pages when you are ready to compare live Viator experiences.
  • Sample experiences below are a province-wide snapshot — not a substitute for city catalogs.

Good to know

FAQs about Guanacaste Costa Rica

What are the best destinations in Guanacaste?

Top visitor bases include Tamarindo, Liberia, Playa Flamingo, and Sámara. Pick based on beach vs adventure vs rainforest priorities.

Fly into LIR or SJO for Guanacaste?

LIR is usually better for Guanacaste beaches. SJO works if you combine the capital or Arenal first.

Are these Guanacaste tours bookable online?

Yes — sample experiences link to live Viator product pages with current availability and USD starting prices.