Transfer from Liberia airport to Tamarindo or Playa Flamingo

Palo Verde National Park tour with River Tempisque cruise

Nourished by the River Tempisque, the fertile lands of Palo Verde National Park provide sanctuary to a mind-boggling line-up of exotic birds and other wildlife. This tour gives you exclusive access to the reserve, world-renowned for its biodiversity and natural beauty. Jose, one of our expert local guides, says "Palo Verde is home to around 280 different species of birds, but the most common are waterfowl and forest birds – there's an estimated 50,000 of them living there."Your adventure kicks off with a cruise down the Tempisque. And being the only boat out on the river at this time of day means you'll have it all to yourself. What better way to see wild animals in their natural habitat? You'll enjoy unobscured views of a multitude of nesting birds – there's a vast number of heron species – howler monkeys, iguanas and even crocodiles basking on the riverbanks. From here, you'll head to a farm at one of the nearby local communities, where you can see how people in this part of Costa Rica live. You'll learn about the produce they grow and their traditional farming methods. During your tour of the land, your guide will tell you about the history and traditions of the region. Since this place is nestled in the countryside, there are plenty of sprawling views for you to snap pictures of, too. You'll have plenty of time to fill your phone before starting the return journey back to your accommodation.

Congo trail canopy zip-lining tour in Costa Rica

No holiday to Costa Rica is ever complete without soaring through the jungle canopy on a zip-line. After all, 25% of the entire country is protected land, so seeing it as you whizz along a zip-line is a must-try. This experience includes your transfers to and from an adventure park nestled in the greenery, where you'll throw on some safety equipment, get a briefing from the experts that run the place and start your zip-lining experience.

Mega Combo Buena Vista Experience

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.

Regular Surf Lessons

At the heart of the Costa Rican surfing scene, Playa Tamarindo is one of the best spots to hit the waves. With excellent breaks and year-round warm water, the well-known beach makes for the perfect surf lesson location for beginner and advanced surfers alike. During this 2-hour class, amateurs can grasp the basics on land before hitting the waves, while experienced surfers will hone their skills alongside an expert instructor.

Guanacaste Wildlife Tour

Most of Costa Rica's rich wildlife lives in the upper levels of the trees. So what better way to see them than a suspended bridge hike, high above the jungle floor. Spot spider monkeys, sleepy sloths and 400 species of tropical birds alongside an expert guide. And after a refreshing swim in Llanos del Cortes waterfall and a Costa Rican lunch, you'll spend the afternoon floating down the river on a raft.

Diamante Eco Park Horse Riding Tour

Saddle up for the ride of your life on this horse riding tour at Diamante Eco Adventure Park. With no previous experience required, you'll don your helmet for a lazy ride through tropical forests, spotting backcountry wildlife along the way. There's even a stop off at a beach, where you can take in spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean.

One-hour Diamonte Eco Park single quad bike tour

Thrill-seekers will love this off-road adventure at Diamante Eco Park. With an experienced guide in tow, you'll whizz through jungle and tropical forests on a quad bike, spotting wildlife along the way. Then, round off the tour heading uphill for the chance to take in the views of the surrounding Pacific Ocean.

One-hour Diamonte Eco Park double quad bike tour

Thrill-seekers will love this off-road adventure at Diamante Eco Park. With an experienced guide in tow, you'll whizz through jungle and tropical forests on a quad bike, spotting wildlife along the way. Then, round off the tour heading uphill for the chance to take in the views of the surrounding Pacific Ocean.

Diamante Eco Park Animal Sanctuary Discovery Ticket

Visit Guanacaste's largest animal sanctuary to learn first-hand, all there is to know about Costa Rica's rarest wildlife. During a day out at Diamante Eco Park, you'll interact with animals from viewing platforms, join in feeding times and marvel at an incredible array of species that call Costa Rica their home. What's more, there'll be a welcome drink and snack included.

Diamante Eco Park Aerial Pass

Diamante Eco Park doesn't do things by half. Not only is it Guanacaste's largest animal sanctuary, it's also home to Costa Rica's longest zipline, too. Hit the heights on a thrilling 15-platform zipline course that sees you whizz along cables slung between canyons and take on a 1,360m-long Superman-style flight across tropical valleys and views over the Gulf of Papagayo.