The 15 Best ATV Tours in Costa Rica

1.ATV Tours at JW Marriott All-Inclusive Resort Costa Rica

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 97 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $85Our pick

Ride an easy-to-handle ATV from Playa Hermosa toward Playa Coyotera, Playa Rajada, and El Jobo. Fidel and Jorge guide the route, explain local towns, and help first-time riders get comfortable. You can stop for beach photos, touch the Pacific, and pause in El Jobo for food or shopping. The private tour lasts about two hours.

“Very friendly and everything went better than expected! The scenery taken to was perfect and the guide was on point.”

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2.5 Hour Off-Road ATV+ Zipline+ Waterfall Rappelling+ Tractor Jungle Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 86 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $160

Spend about five hours at The Park at Ocean Ranch near Jaco, combining muddy ATV trails, a tractor ride, waterfall rappelling, and more than 2,000 meters of zipline. Guides such as Jesus and Carlos lead the activities in English and Spanish. Expect wet clothes, short steep hikes, and an optional lunch at extra cost.

“Rappelling from the waterfall was so much fun!! Wish there was more of it. Our teenager really enjoyed the ATV tour. You'll have the option to order a lunch with this activity. Guides were excellent and you can tell they love their jobs. 100% would book this again. Great communication prior to the activity. Guides speak English and Spanish.”

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3.ATV + Zipline + Waterfall + Rainforest Lunch COMBO

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $179

Spend about six hours combining 10 zip lines, a four-hour ATV outing, a waterfall swim, and lunch at a mountain tilapia farm. Guides such as Marco, Emmanuel, Diego, and Alex have earned praise for safety and personal attention. Bring closed-toe shoes, a swimsuit, and a credit card for the required ATV security hold.

“4 wheeling for four hours is wonderful. Zip lining is wonderful. 4 wheeling is tiring. If you have lots of energy then great to do both in one day. If you are not in great shape do only one activity per day.”

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4.The Discovery Adventures ATV Guided Experience in La Fortuna, Arenal Volcano

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 71 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Join Outback Quad and Hire and Tour for a three-hour ATV ride near La Fortuna. You’ll receive a safety briefing, drive automatic 4x4 quads through forest trails, pause by the Arenal River, and look for monkeys, sloths, and volcano views. Guide Nelson is known for keeping rainy rides cheerful and fun.

“What an experience! It was so much fun! and trails were challenging enough to keep things exciting but still felt safe. Perfect mix of adventure and enjoyment.”

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5.ATV Tamarindo to Pirates Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 65 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $115

Drive from Tamarindo through backroads, surf towns, dry tropical forest, mountain trails, and beach stops on a private 3-hour ATV tour. Guides such as Abel explain the area and keep the ride lively. Expect mud, streams, ocean views, and time to snorkel or cool off by the water.

“Abel was a great guide sharing the sights along with the history of this wonderful country and its people. Gabriela was very helpful and has a great attitude and sense of humor!”

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6.ATV Tour 2hrs – Dreams Las Mareas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 64 reviews · from $135

From Hacienda El Cenizaro near La Cruz, you’ll spend about two hours driving an ATV through tropical dry forest, working ranchland, and open trails. Guides such as Popeye, Esteban, David, and Terry help beginners get comfortable while pointing out monkeys, iguanas, birds, and scenic viewpoints. Transport, helmets, water, and a local guide are included.

“Are first trip to Costa Rica we stayed rapt the dreams resort and booked with them Are two guides were Freddy & Favio they were the best ,we went on atv rides the first day and was like a personal tour because it was only my wife and I only.Read more”

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7.3 Hour ATV + Waterfalls, Private Beach & Panoramic Ocean Views

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $99

This three-hour ATV outing from Vista Los Sueños Adventure Park combines a safety lesson, practice track, river crossings, jungle trails, farms, lookout points, and a waterfall swim. Guides such as Mary, Glen, Dorian, and Greivin have helped both beginners and experienced riders. A private beach stop may happen if time allows.

“Glen was awesome! He made us feel welcome and comfortable from the moment we arrived. We only had 4 people in our group (myself and one other were more experienced) and the two others were beginners. Glen made this tour extremely fun for all of our skill levels. We never felt bored and the beginners never felt out of control. Lots of fun hill climbs, riding through streams, and fantastic views! Thanks Glen!”

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8.ATV Tour Half Day Trip From Manuel Antonio

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 59 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $93

This half-day ATV trip takes you from Quepos into palm plantations, mountain trails, villages, and rainforest near Rainmaker. Bilingual guides such as Carlos, Gabriel, Oscar, Alex, and Andrey have led rides here. Expect a practice session, muddy trails, a waterfall hike with optional swimming, snacks, and a Costa Rican lunch. The pace suits beginners and families with teens.

“Our teenaged boys had so much fun, and so did we. It was great playing in the mud. The lunch and snack were yummy.”

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9.2 Hour ATV + Waterfalls in Jaco Beach and Los Suenos

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 58 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $75Best value

Ride an ATV through river crossings, jungle paths, and lookout points near Jaco and Los Suenos, then stop for a waterfall swim. Bilingual guides such as Jason, Marie, Brian, and Chris lead the route, with fruit, snacks, water, and photos included. Bring clothes you can dirty, sunglasses, and footwear suited to rocky ground.

“Had a great time on the ATV’s. Driving through the river was definitely very cool. The waterfalls were spectacular!”

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10.ATV Zipline Tour from Tamarindo or Flamingo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 55 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $145

You’ll spend about 3.5 hours riding an ATV through Guanacaste back roads before taking seven canopy cables, suspension bridges, and a tree climb. Guides such as Jason, Fernando, Cesar, Alan, Marco, and G have helped nervous beginners feel safe. Pickup from Tamarindo and Flamingo areas, helmets, water, and fresh tropical fruit are included.

“Cesar and Alan were the absolute best guides! The experience was so awesome. This was my first time zip long and they totally put me at ease. I was very afraid to go by myself so they went with me on the zip line. The views were amazing ! They provided us with cold bottled water and fresh pineapple after. I highly recommend!”

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11.3 Hour ATV Secluded Beach Tour from Tamarindo, Flamingo, Conchal & Grande

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 54 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $125

Drive an ATV through Guanacaste back roads, forest, farmland, rivers, and local neighborhoods before stopping at Playa Mina, Pirate Beach, and Puerto Viejo. You may see howler monkeys and iguanas, then swim at quiet beaches. Roberto, Jason, and Mike are among the guides who have led this route. Hotel pickup, helmets, water, and fruit are included.

“Really enjoyed visiting the beaches, particularly the smaller, lesser known ones. Also enjoyed traveling between the beaches and the local neighborhoods.”

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12.ATV Tours at Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · from $135

Ride an ATV through the El Jobo area with guides such as Jairo, Larry, Mario, Fidel, Elli, or Kelly, depending on availability. You’ll visit Coyotera, Ecoplaya, Manzanillo, and Rajada beaches, stop in El Jobo village, and have time for food or shopping. Hotel transfers, safety gear, water, and soda are included.

“Did the ATV Tour with my friends. Was phenomenal , the guides were very informative and so friendly. The beaches are beautiful. Definitely you will need a face covering to minimize the inhalation of dust and they provide goggles..”

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13.ATV and Canopy Zipline Tour from Tamarindo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · 3 to 40 minutes (approx.) · from $136

From Tamarindo, Pininos Adventures takes you to Huacas for an ATV ride through dusty roads, streams, countryside, and possible beach stops. You then spend about an hour on a guided canopy course, often with nine lines, before riding back. Guides such as Andres, Eric, Marcos, and Raynor are known for patient instruction, photos, and wildlife spotting.

“We had the best time on the ATV and zip line tour!!! Our ATV guide, Andres, was great! He was professional and courteous!!! The ENTIRE zip line staff were EXCELLENT! Professional and informative, even for a fist time zipper as myself! Fresh squeezed OJ and a bottle of water at the finish! So glad we chose this tour😊 Wendi from TN”

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14.ATV and Zipline Combo Tour from Tamarindo or Conchal or Riu Hotel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $130

Drive a semi-automatic Honda ATV through dusty back roads, forest, rivers, and local neighborhoods from Tamarindo to Black Stallion Canopy. You’ll ride about 25 minutes each way, then zip 9 to 10 cables with trained guides such as Hilmar, Gustavo, or Juan. Families can use tandem ATVs or two-seat buggies.

“The ATV and ziplining were awesome! The excursion itself was fun! The only issue was they were 25 minutes late to pick us up with no communication from the company.”

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15.Jaco Canopy Zipline and ATV Combo Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 46 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $143

Start in central Jaco with AXR Jaco, then ride an ATV up the surrounding mountains for wide coastal views before taking on a guided canopy zipline. You can schedule both activities in one day or split them across two consecutive days. Guides such as Danny and Gabriel are noted for safety, photos, and personal help.

“The ATV ride was fun, we rode to the top of a mountain where we were able to relax for a bit and have a drink or snack. Gorgeous views. Our guide was amazing, always making sure we felt safe and comfortable. Zip lining was also a good time. The only thing I would suggest is to do the 2 activities on different days. We did both on the same and it was bit tiresome.”

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