Whether you want to zoom through the treetops on a zip line, plunge down an extreme waterslide or take a horseback ride in wildlife-packed jungle, Buena Vista Adventure Centre serves up some of Costa Rica's top thrills. And when you need to slow things down, there's a tasty local lunch and a well-earned soak in a hot volcanic spring to enjoy.

Really enjoyed the zip lines, these were incredible. The horse riding was also great, although could have been a bit longer maybe an hour rather than half an hour. The sugar cane and pottery info session was interesting but felt very brief and a little pointless- maybe guests could have a go at the pottery making to make it a bit more interactive. Waterslide was good fun and the hot springs were lovely. The guide, Bryan, was very informative and friendly.

Unfortunately it was a very wet visit but we made the most of it. Zip lining through the cloud and mist was exilerating. The hot springs were super. Long journey to get there but worth it. Lunch was good too.

This was also a “bit of everything” excursion. We went down the big jungle waterslide which was great, could have gone more times had we moved ourselves more but it was time for lunch so we missed out there, discovered how sugar, coffee & chocolate was made, chose between hanging bridges or zip lining, rode horses, used volcanic mud as skin masks and bathed in the (very) hot springs. This was a fun day out albeit expensive as all trips are. Meal & guide both very good.

activities were great esp zipwire and horseriding. cultural section not that interesting - more getting you to buy clay pot

Why you’ll love this…

Experience action-packed jungle activities
Canopy zip line
Jungle waterslide
Horseback ride
Volcanic hotspring soak

Important to know

Rainy season is from May to November, so bring a poncho or raincoat
Not suitable for expectant mothers
Not suitable for expectant mothers or guests with back problems
Not suitable for guests with poor health
Not suitable for guests who suffer from travel sickness
Not suitable for guests with cardiac or respiratory problems
Not suitable for guests who suffer from claustrophobia
Not suitable for wheelchairs
Not suitable for those with reduced mobility
Children must be supervised by an adult (over 18 years) at all time
Height, weight and/or age restrictions may apply
Bring bathing gear and sunblock
Bring insect repellent
Bring a towel
Bring a hat
Bring money for extras or gratuities
Subject to weather conditions
Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What’s included

Transport
Guide
Zipline ride
Horse ride
Equipment
Locker
Lunch
Drinks

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Pickup points

To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.

Provider

TUI DESTINATION EXPERIENCES COSTA RICA S.A.

What people say about this experience

4.5/5

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Based on 5 reviews

Review categories

Staff

4.6/5

Safety

4.6/5

Value for money

4.4/5

Service

4.6/5

All ratings (5)

5 stars (3)

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4 stars (2)

40%

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Charlotte
Travelled with family
26 January 2025
4.6
United States of America
Really enjoyed the zip lines, these were incredible. The horse riding was also great, although could have been a bit longer maybe an hour rather than half an hour. The sugar cane and pottery info session was interesting but felt very brief and a little pointless- maybe guests could have a go at the pottery making to make it a bit more interactive. Waterslide was good fun and the hot springs were lovely. The guide, Bryan, was very informative and friendly.
C
Claire
Travelled as a couple
20 March 2025
4.6
United States of America
U
Urwin
Travelled with a group of friends
20 November 2024
4.2
United States of America
Unfortunately it was a very wet visit but we made the most of it. Zip lining through the cloud and mist was exilerating. The hot springs were super. Long journey to get there but worth it. Lunch was good too.
A
Alison
Travelled with family
15 May 2024
5
United States of America
This was also a “bit of everything” excursion. We went down the big jungle waterslide which was great, could have gone more times had we moved ourselves more but it was time for lunch so we missed out there, discovered how sugar, coffee & chocolate was made, chose between hanging bridges or zip lining, rode horses, used volcanic mud as skin masks and bathed in the (very) hot springs. This was a fun day out albeit expensive as all trips are. Meal & guide both very good.
N
Neil and Lynn
Travelled as a couple
8 March 2024
4.2
United Kingdom
activities were great esp zipwire and horseriding. cultural section not that interesting - more getting you to buy clay pot