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Trip Planner :  Central America  /  Costa Rica  /  Province of Guanacaste  /  Tamarindo

Tamarindo

4.4
Beaches Surfing, Windsurfing & Kitesurfing Scuba & Snorkeling
Surfing remains the main reason to take a trip to Tamarindo, as the beachside town is mostly known for its excellent waves. Different areas of the town's main beach offer breaks of varying difficulty, making a Tamarindo vacation suitable for surfers of all levels, from beginner to expert. Fishing is another popular thing to do in Tamarindo--the town makes the most of its location near a saltwater estuary. As you plan your Tamarindo holiday, keep in mind that conditions for big-wave surfing are at their best in November and December. Tamarindo is in Province of Guanacaste. Add Tamarindo and other destinations in Costa Rica to your travel plans using our Costa Rica online holiday planner.
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Top Tamarindo tours
Guachipelin Adventure Volcano Zipline Horseback River Tubing Combo BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $125
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Vida Aventura Park in Guanacaste: Zipline Tour, Horseback Ride and Hot Springs BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $85
4.5
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Duration: 8 hours
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Albatros Tamarindo Sailing Sunset Cruise with Snorkeling BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $90
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Tamarindo Beach
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Duration:2 h 30 min
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Boat Tours & Water Sports
4.6
Duration:4 h
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Scuba & Snorkeling
4.7
Duration:4 h 30 min
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Pura Aventura
El Guapote
4.8
Duration:2 h 30 min

Side trips from Tamarindo

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Dolphin & Whale Watching
Playa Flamingo
4.8
Duration:4 h 30 min
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Playa Conchal
Playa Conchal
4.5
Duration:4 h
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Stand-Up Paddleboarding
Playa Flamingo
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Duration:2 h 30 min
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Black Stallion Eco Park & Estates
Santa Cruz
4.8
Duration:2 h 30 min

Hidden gems in Tamarindo

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Shark Diving
5.0
Duration:8 h
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Fishing Charters & Tours
4.6
Duration:5 h 30 min
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Spas
4.7
Duration:1 h 30 min
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Spas & Wellness
4.9
Duration:1 h 30 min

Shopping in Tamarindo

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Urban Eclectic Jewelry
5.0
Duration:2 h 30 min
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Dolores Shop
5.0
Duration:2 h 30 min
Secret Spot VIP Tours
5.0
Duration:2 h 30 min
Tamarindo Jaime Peligro Book Store
5.0
Duration:1 h 30 min

Tours in Tamarindo

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Off-Road Tours
4.9
Duration:2 h 30 min
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Horseback Riding Tours
4.6
Duration:8 h
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Adrenaline & Extreme Tours
5.0
Duration:2 h 30 min

Wildlife in Tamarindo

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Nature & Wildlife Tours
4.8
Duration:8 h
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Dolphin & Whale Watching
4.2
Duration:5 h

Featured attractions

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SiSiSi Transfers & Tours Costa Rica
5.0
Duration:2 h
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Shark Diving
Playas del Coco
4.7
Duration:3 h 30 min
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Playa Avellana
Playa Avellanas
4.5
Duration:2 h 30 min
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Hacienda El Viejo Wetlands
Area de Conservacion Guanacaste
4.7
Duration:2 h 30 min
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Places to visit with Tamarindo

Playa Samara BEST FOR: Beach, Surfing / Windsurfing / Kitesurfing, River Rafting / Tubing
Area de Conservacion Guanacaste BEST FOR: Nature / Park, Volcano, Water Sport
Playa Flamingo BEST FOR: Stand-Up Paddleboarding, Dolphin / Whale Watching, Scuba / Snorkeling
Nosara BEST FOR: Surfing / Windsurfing / Kitesurfing, Beach, Nature / Wildlife Tour
Playas del Coco BEST FOR: Shark Diving, Scuba / Snorkeling, River Rafting / Tubing
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