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Private Rincón de la Vieja Bird Watching Tour
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Private Rincón de la Vieja Bird Watching Tour

By Adventure Tours Hacienda Guachipelin
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Ages 13-99
Duration: 7h
Start time: Check availability
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Live guide: English, Spanish
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  • Box lunch
  • Entrance Fee to the National Park
  • Guide
What's not included
  • Pick up service


Start:
  • Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin & Adventure Center, 208-50101 Guanacaste Curubande, Provincia de Guanacaste, Liberia, Costa Rica
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 15501P5

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 15501P5

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    • 208-50101 Guanacaste Curubande, Provincia de Guanacaste, Liberia, Costa Rica
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    • Adventure Tours Hacienda Guachipelin
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      Costa Rica
      Joined in March 2010
    • StenaJoy
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fun for kids, teens, and adults
      This is the second time I have gone on this tour. The first time was with adults and teen boys. This second time was with 11years on up, boys, and girls, and adults that weren't in great shape. Everyone had fun and enjoyed the day. It was everyone's favorite day. The zip lining and water rafting were the favorites! Lunch was very good also.
      Written January 20, 2025
    • 989melissa
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Thumbs Up!
      The rapids were pretty intense on the date that we went tubing, and the guides made us feel safe and comfortable! We were a little nervous going into the experience, but by the end we were so glad we did it, and owe it all to the guides who were with us and made it so much fun!
      Written January 9, 2025
    • kimarih2025
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing-must do Adventure!
      Amazing! Crazy fun! Wonderful value! Staff is incredibly well trained and helpful. This day pass is a must! Zip lines were epic! The tubing was extra fast and water high after a stormy night. It makes for a long day to do it all but if you stay on the property the hot springs are included and can be done another day. Horseback ride was what you would expect-slow.
      Written January 8, 2025
    • 60chrisb305
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Ziplining and hot springs don't disappoint!
      Exciting ziplining in canyon albeit not very long distances. Lunch was solid and the hot springs/mud was excellent way to end the visit. There were not too many people at the hot springs so it was actually relaxing.
      Written January 2, 2025
    • tgaspangles
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      New Year Refresh - Rio Negro Hot Springs
      We went early on New Year's day and had the thermal pools all to ourselves. The weather was beautiful, the backdrop, volcanic mud, and pools were relaxing and refreshing! We saw some comments about a nasty smell, aesthetics of the pools, etc., but we did not experience any offputting smells and the pools looked well maintained. These are not resort style pools with bright blue and green tiling with clear water to appease what most like to see at a nice resort or hotel. These are natural hot spring water pools and each pool has different hues which makes the adventure even more unique. We didn't smell any chemicals, the workers at the reception and at the pools were lovely and attentive. The walk to the thermal pools was well marked and pretty easy (about 5-7 minutes each way). The hanging bridges were a fun touch! We will definitely visit again and enjoyed being at the springs to kick-off 2025!
      Written January 2, 2025
    • samanthasF2289QN
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      Glad we went.
      National park tour Guide Johnny was great. Adapted tour for family (senior, two teens, two adults). Lots of walking but all doable. Some uneven ground. Loved seeing the waterfalls in the park. Water was flowing too fast to swim but view was amazing. Lunch was good. On the poorer side, some confusion about transportation from adventure centre to hike site. Had to buy national park entrance online (couldn’t pay cash - so be sure to factor in that cost). Didn’t make it to the hot springs due to transportation challenges, wet weather, tired family and running out of time. Definitely more than five hours worth so plan a fuller day.
      Written December 30, 2024
    • E7763XOhenryh
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing tubing trip!
      We signed up for the tubing trip, not quite sure what to expect. Our first indication was the guides saying the water level was high. Then we were in the thick of things for the next two hours, a nearly endless succession of drops, whitewater, and waves, with occasional stops for everyone to catch their breath and for the guides to get in position on the next stretch of river. It was a thrill from start to finish, in very capable hands. Thank you for an outing we will not forget!
      Written December 30, 2024
    • rln76
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A blast!
      The tubing adventure was so much fun. Not for the feint of heart this time of year (December) when the water is high, but the guides are amazing. My kids (11 and 16) loved it. Beautiful surroundings as well.
      Written December 24, 2024
    • Sarah F
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Zip lining and white water rapids had great scenery, but rapids were a bit alarming
      Fun adventure-filled day with spectacular scenery and a good lunch. Reading other reviews, I would agree that the horse back ride was a bit unremarkable and short and the hot pools were good; the highlights were the zip lining and whitewater rafting. There were not that many tourists when we went, so crowds were not an issue — ratio of guides to tourists was high, probably 1:2, so lots of help guiding rafts and zip lining. Zip lining in canyon had spectacular views, as did rafting. However, the day we rafted the rapids were rough and a bit alarming. I fell off at one point and went repeatedly under water which was scary, though a guide dove in immediately and held onto my life vest and lead me ashore. Another women fell out and ended up with the tube over her head which scared her so much she burst into tears at the prospect of the next set of rapids (she was escorted through the rest of the rapids). Bum repeatedly scraped rocks underneath. Unsurprisingly, from reading reviews, some people get hurt in these rapids. So, the rapids are fun as long as you don’t get hurt. The many guides are great and do their best to steer you safely, but there’s no guaranteeing you emerge unscathed. And if you simply become too frightened to continue, there’s no option but to continue. I definitely would not take a young child down those rapids. Having said that, the guides were excellent (positioned themselves against rocks to push riders away, closely monitored each tube, blew whistles loudly whenever anyone fell in — which happened a lot). So, rafting was very professionally done, ditto zip lining. Just be aware of the risks involved. If I ever returned, I’d do the zip lining again but skip the rafting.
      Written December 19, 2024
    • 498gloriaw
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      Mosquitos and No-See-Ums
      The hot springs are clean and well managed. We had two people in our group who are VERY sensitive to mosquitos and no-see-ums and unfortunately they got bit by bugs VERY badly! Obviously, you do not want to wear Deet in a natural hot springs and you are sitting in the middle of a jungle, so there will be bugs. Just be forewarned, the bugs are bad. They provided towels and locker keys for belongings. It is a short walk through the jungle, over a suspension bridge and down some stairs to get to the hot springs. It is for able bodied people only.
      Written December 13, 2024
    • A8298NYpams
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great canyon zipline experience
      Fun experience, beautiful views in the canyon. Guides assisted throughout the adventure, extremely nice and safety conscious.
      Written October 24, 2024
    • pgworld
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      An epic adventure
      A truly epic adventure! From start to finish, this was one of the best planned and executed experiences we have ever had. The staff is exceptional, highly trained, and very attentive. The experiences themselves, from tubing to zip lining and repelling, were thrilling, and, exceeded our expectations. Lunch was terrific! Ending the day at the Hot Springs was the ideal therapeutic conclusion to an exhilarating day. This is truly one of the best values in Costa Rica
      Written October 21, 2024
    • P9159BEpatg
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Incredible
      This by far was the best part of our family trip to Costa Rica. It rained heavily during our journey, which honestly added to the fun. The guides were amazing, putting my families safety first but also goofing around with us to to take off some of the edge for those who were a little nervous! You start off over a tree canopy, and then next thing you know your zip lining through a canyon over a river. My family had 7 people ranging from 10 yrs old to 62. Anthony (Tony) was a great guide, thank you ! Can’t wait to come back! Pura Vida!
      Written October 14, 2024
    • soleils506
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      favorite activity of the trip
      absolutely my favorite activity of the entire trip! closed toe shoes are required so i bought some water shoes at the shop for $20. we went during off season so luckily it was just our personal group of 5 and we each had our own guide. jackson made my experience so so SO much fun and exciting!! the rapids were rough and rocky with a few calmer areas in between. the surrounding nature was beautiful. i would absolutely do it again. it was not a chill or calming experience, so i recommend if you are into fast paced exciting adventures. thank you jackson and everyone else! <3
      Written September 24, 2024
    • Luis O
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      AMAZING EXCURSION!!!
      Wow is all I can say!! This was an ADVENTURE!! We LOVED it!! The zip lining was one of the most amazing experiences. We will never forget it!!! Our drive and guide was George and we loved him also. He was fantastic!!!! The tubing was intense but such a blast. The hot springs were beautiful even in the rain. This is a MUST DO excursion!!!
      Written July 6, 2024
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    Bob B
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Mar 2020
    On March 3, I did a 6-hour birding tour of Rincon de la Vieja National Park and the grounds of Guachipelin Lodge in northwest Costa Rica. Guides Johnny and Javier were excellent. They knew all the birds and their habitats, their calls, and added interesting detail about the other animals, plants and topograpical features along the way. I would bird again with these fine men in a heartbeat.
    Written March 12, 2020
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
    Thank you for your comments. We are glad that you enjoyed birding at Hacienda Guachipelin. Thank you so much for your visit.
    Written April 15, 2021
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Dayna T
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2021 • Family
    Amazing day for the whole family!! We have teenagers and we couldn’t of had a better time! We did the adventure tour, it was well organized and the guides did a excellent job at keeping us safe! Very professional! We also enjoyed our lunch. The property is beautiful, the views zip lining are priceless. Highly recommend, Pura Vida!
    Written August 12, 2021
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
    The zip line in the canyon has the most spectacular views of a unique volcanic formation. We are glad that you had a fun time at Hacienda Guachipelin. Thank you for your visit to Rincón de la Vieja Volcano.
    Written August 22, 2021
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    Liza P
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Feb 2022 • Couples
    Our guide, Johnnie, was wonderful. We learned so much not only about the many bird species we saw but about the trees, the ecosystem, the seasons and about his dedication to the natural world. Truly inspiring!!! Liza Phillips
    Written February 24, 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
    Birding is one of the things to do at Rincon de la Vieja. There are more than 250 bird species identified in the area and on top of that a great forest full of natural wonders. Thank you for your visit to Rincon de la Vieja Volcano. Pura vida !!!!
    Written June 18, 2022
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    Charlie D
    Atenas, Costa Rica479 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Oct 2019
    In addition to the private birding tour I also had waterfall, national park and nature tours. On the early morning birding tour we saw about 30 species and I got photos of most of them! I'm 80 years old and both of these guys were so helpful and patient with me and my slowness, helping me see and photograph everything I wanted. I highly recommend them for especially the birds! And all those more active tours look great, if only I were younger! :-)
    Written October 16, 2019
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    Thank you so much for your comments Charlie D. We will let the "Super Guides Johnny & Javier!" know about this review. We are glad that you wereable to photograph the interesting birds of the area.Thank you for spending some time at Hacienda Guachipelin.
    Written December 10, 2019
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