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When to consider visiting

December–March

Seasonal guidance is a starting point; check weather and dates for your chosen experiences.

Choosing a base

Tamarindo town center: Closest to restaurants, shops, surf breaks and easy evening walks. Playa Langosta: Quieter, short walk to Tamarindo, good for sunset walks and small resorts. Playa Grande: Peaceful beach across the estuary, great for surf and leatherback nesting season.

Experiences to explore

Browse these experiences as a starting point. The planner considers your interests, pace, and published schedules when building your days.

Surf Lessons in Tamarindo, Costa Rica

Surf Lessons in Tamarindo, Costa Rica

Learn how to surf with Tamarindo’s #1 Surf School since 1989. All skill levels welcome. We are located directly in front of a beach break and we are Tamarindo’s original surf shop!…

Approx. 90 minutesView on Viator →
Guachipelin Adventure Volcano Zipline River Tubing Combo

Guachipelin Adventure Volcano Zipline River Tubing Combo

The best all day adventure combo on Rincon de la Vieja Volcano that includes ziplining, river tubing, full lunch, hot springs, and volcanic mud bath. Ziplining The course takes yo…

Approx. 720 minutesView on Viator →
Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth Sanctuary & Llanos de Cortes Waterfall Tour

Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth Sanctuary & Llanos de Cortes Waterfall Tour

Llanos de Cortes Waterfall To start your day, we will take you to Llanos de Cortes Waterfall in Bagaces, where you can relax and take a swim at the falls or walk around exploring t…

Approx. 720 minutesView on Viator →
Sunset Catamaran & Snorkeling Tour in Playa Flamingo

Sunset Catamaran & Snorkeling Tour in Playa Flamingo

Enjoy your sailing sunset tour with the most respected sailing tour company in Costa Rica. We have a world wide reputation for the best Costa Rica sailing experience, just imagine …

Approx. 240 minutesView on Viator →
Blue Dolphin - Public Catamaran Tour - Tamarindo

Blue Dolphin - Public Catamaran Tour - Tamarindo

A trip to Tamarindo is not complete without a day spent on the ocean, and there is no better way to enjoy the beauty and wonder of the Costa Rica sea than with Blue Dolphin Sailing…

Approx. 270 minutesView on Viator →
Sloth Wildlife Experience, Coffee, Chocolate & Waterfall

Sloth Wildlife Experience, Coffee, Chocolate & Waterfall

Step into the magical heart of Costa Rica and experience the dream every nature lover has imagined since childhood ✨ "Spend one unforgettable day discovering the very best of Cost…

Approx. 480 minutesView on Viator →

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