Tamarindo UTV Beach Adventure

From$270
2h 30m
Tamarindo, Costa Rica

About this activity

Experience an exhilarating UTV ride through Costa Rica's tropical landscapes, leading to pristine, secluded beaches for relaxation and exploration.

Highlights

  • Thrilling UTV ride through tropical trails
  • Exclusive access to pristine, secluded beaches
  • Guided exploration of local flora and fauna
  • Opportunity to spot native wildlife in their natural habitat
  • Perfect blend of adventure and relaxation

Full description

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in Tamarindo! Hop into a powerful UTV Buggy 4x4 and navigate through lush tropical trails, feeling the rush as you traverse diverse terrains. Your journey culminates at a pristine, secluded beach, offering a perfect spot to unwind, swim, or simply bask in the sun. Along the way, our experienced guide will share insights into the local ecosystem, pointing out unique flora and fauna. This tour is the ideal blend of adrenaline and relaxation, ensuring memories that will last a lifetime. Don't miss out on this thrilling escapade!

Included / Excluded

  • UTV Buggy 4x4 ride
  • Secluded beach access
  • Experienced guide
  • Meals and beverages

Itinerary

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These buggies are a blast to drive! After being picked up from your hotel, you will be given a 15 minute instruction lesson on how to operate the UTV Buggies. If you haven't ever driven a Buggy before, don't worry! You will be quickly be ready to go off-road with our professional guides. From Tamarindo Beach you will head to off road trails to Playa Negra! On your drive through the beautiful tropical forest where you will enjoy will see the pure natural beauty the Guanacaste province has.  You may see monkeys and iguanas while on your way to  Playa Negra, one of Guanacaste's gorgeous hidden gems featuring black sand beaches.  There you can take in the beautiful view and relax, maybe have a few drinks, and snorkel if you like.  You will return to Tamarindo on a different path with spectacular views.

Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Stop at the pristine surrounding beaches around Playa Conchal such as Puerto Viejo

Duration: 15 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Meeting point

Start Location

Unknown location

Important information

Know before you book

  • Minimum age for driving the UTV is 18 years old.
  • A security deposit may be required at the start of the tour.
  • Tours operate rain or shine; dress accordingly.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable clothing suitable for off-road activities.
  • Bring swimwear, sunscreen, and a hat for sun protection.
  • Ensure you have a valid driver's license if you plan to drive the UTV.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Good to know

  • Wear clothes that can get dirty and close toed shoes, bring sunscreen

Traveler reviews

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UTV tour from Huacas to the beaches.

We started in Huacas in our 4 seater UTV. We drove through several rural villages on the way to the beaches and we were able to see rural Costa Rica. We did drive through a couple flooded areas in the road. We drove to Playa Real and Puerto Viejo. The beaches were very nice and we swam for a bit at each one. (We wore our swimsuits under our clothes.) It was an enjoyable tour. This is not an offroading experience.

Kara_MMar 31, 2026VIATOR

Great Day..

Booked this excursion before our vacation. Better than expected. Lunch was phenomenal... Our guide was so guide and stopped along the way to point out animals along our trail. Highly recommend booking longer tour and have lunch at Bahia... Excellent view and food

499marciebJun 21, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Best Day Ever!!!

Our tour guy Gilbert was the best, got a private tour of few beaches along with pirates bay with our 4x4. Took us to the beach and got to drift the 4x4, awesome experience!! Now I have to bring the family back, very kids friendly and I recommend everyone to try Native Way tours. A++ will definitely do again.

96camlMar 4, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Meh

If I’m being generous, the nicest summary I can give of our experience is “meh”. The descriptions and photographs promoting the tour by the operator and through Marriott Bonvoy were grossly exaggerated. When they write, “You will begin your experience driving through the beautiful dry tropical forest. By using back roads…” the emphasis is on back roads. >95% of the trip was on dirt roads, shared with normal traffic. Any images of UTVs driving through water are highly curated. In reality, the only water encountered were creeks crossing low points in the roads. Time at the beach was limited to 15 minutes and there was, definitely not enough time for snorkeling, as suggested on their trip advisor description.

ryanmC6233FBJan 4, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Family friendly

Tour was fun. Family friendly. We rode a buggy since it was my sister and I. I’ve done other off road tours in other countries and it’s more extreme you actually drive a razor but this tour you get a buggy kinda like a golf cart. Speeds are moderate . They do take you to a couple beaches they are very pretty but you only have like 15-20 min. At each location. So not too much time to enjoy just take a few pictures, get your feet wet and leave. I suggest wear a swimsuit and backpack with a towel so you can take a quick swim at each place. Staff was friendly and helpful. Overall fun. Esteban was our guide , he was cool.

gurrumina2000Oct 13, 2024TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Wear clothes that can get dirty and close toed shoes, bring sunscreen