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

Tamarindo

4.3
Beaches Adventure Wildlife
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 Zipline Horseback River Tubing Combo BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $120
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Rio Celeste and Llanos de Cortes Waterfall Tour from Tamarindo BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $115
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Hiking Tour of Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $120
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Popular things to do in Tamarindo

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Scuba & Snorkeling
4.7
Duration: 4​h 30​min
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Tamarindo Beach
4.0
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Pura Aventura
El Guapote
4.8
Duration: 2​h
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Playa Avellana
Playa Avellanas
4.5
Duration: 2​h 30​min

Side trips from Tamarindo

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Playa Conchal
Playa Conchal
4.5
Duration: 4​h
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Samara Beach
Playa Samara
4.4
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Shark Diving
Playas del Coco
4.7
Duration: 3​h 30​min
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Black Stallion Eco Park & Estates
Santa Cruz
4.8
Duration: 4​h

Hidden gems in Tamarindo

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Shark Diving
5.0
Duration: 8​h
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Tamarindo Church
5.0
Duration: 1​h
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Bolas Locas Mini Golf
4.9
Duration: 1​h 30​min
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Adrenaline & Extreme Tours
5.0
Duration: 3​h

Shopping in Tamarindo

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Papaya Con Leche
4.8
Duration: 1​h 30​min
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EK Art Jewelry
5.0
Duration: 1​h
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Urban Eclectic Jewelry
5.0
Duration: 1​h
Tamarindo Jaime Peligro Book Store
5.0
Duration: 1​h 30​min

Wildlife in Tamarindo

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Fishing Charters & Tours
4.6
Duration: 8​h
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Nature & Wildlife Tours
4.8
Duration: 8​h
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Monkey Park
3.8
Duration: 30​min

Adventure in Tamarindo

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River Rafting & Tubing
4.5
Duration: 4​h
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Zipline
4.2
Duration: 8​h

Featured attractions

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SiSiSi Transfers & Tours Costa Rica
5.0
Duration: 2​h
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Luxury Atv Tours
4.8
Duration: 4​h
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Nosara Beach (Playa Guiones)
Nosara
4.7
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Playa Hermosa
Playa Hermosa
4.4
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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