Guanacaste full day: Explore Nature, horse, sloth and waterfalls
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 50 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Guanacaste full day: Explore Nature, horse, sloth and waterfalls worth booking?
Guanacaste full day: Explore Nature, horse, sloth and waterfalls is a 7-hour experience in Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica, from $180 per person. It scores 69 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 50 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 69 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (50)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $180 per person
On our tour we will begin by visiting the Llano del Cortes Falls, the most popular in the area. We will continue on a horseback tour along the slopes of the Miravalles volcano where you can observe the great biodiversity of the volcano and some traces of the indigenous people who inhabited the area. We will visit a trail in the mountain where you can observe sloth bears, butterflies, red frogs and a great variety of birds. We will continue in a unique experience where we will find volcanic mud directly from the veins of the Miravalles volcano. Following the route, you will relax in a magnificent spa of a tourist center where you can enjoy volcanic mud masks in addition to the incredible hot springs
What you get
About this experience
On our tour we will begin by visiting the Llano del Cortes Falls, the most popular in the area. We will continue on a horseback tour along the slopes of the Miravalles volcano where you can observe the great biodiversity of the volcano and some traces of the indigenous people who inhabited the area. We will visit a trail in the mountain where you can observe sloth bears, butterflies, red frogs and a great variety of birds. We will continue in a unique experience where we will find volcanic mud directly from the veins of the Miravalles volcano. Following the route, you will relax in a magnificent spa of a tourist center where you can enjoy volcanic mud masks in addition to the incredible hot springs
What's included
Included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch
Not included
- Alcoholic beverages
What you'll see and do
Cataratas Llanos de Cortes
Our visit to the Llano del Corte waterfalls, the most popular in the Guanacaste area, one of the great wonders of Costa Rica where you can take wonderful photos and in addition to being able to swim in its magnificent waters, you can have a picnic with the people who accompany you. on the tour or just enjoy the spectacle of mother nature
40 minutes here · Admission not included
During our visit to the ThermoMania hot springs you will be able to enjoy this incredible place and its hot springs with great healing properties and high mineral content thanks to being 100% natural waters extracted from the Miravalles volcano. You can also enjoy the exclusive SPA for our clients. where you can use the saunas, jacuzzis and volcanic mud pools, as well as a delicious lunch at the 100% artisanal restaurant
120 minutes here · Admission included
Miravalles Volcano
Enjoy a unique experience where you can enjoy the incredible Miravalles volcano and the great beauties of its nature, in addition to being one of the only educational tours where they will explain how the extraction of geothermal and solar energy works, after which you will be taken. to the burners, which is the small version of the volcano crater, and you will be able to see the plasma activity of the volcano in a safe version for people. You can also naturally acquire volcanic mud, which has incredible skin care properties. To finish this tour we will take you to the waterfalls of the Miravalles volcano where you can swim in its 100% natural cold waters coming from the underground and you can appreciate the incredible turquoise blue lagoon.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Mogote de Bagaces
Trail with Sloth Bears, Red Frogs and different types of Bio-Diversity where you will have a great butterfly show, a trail of Great natural beauty
60 minutes here
Mogote de Bagaces
Horseback riding tour where you can enjoy the experience of riding through the humid forest of the Miravalles Volcano where you can see a wide variety of wild fauna and different indigenous sites
120 minutes here
Coffee, Cocoa and Chocolate Tour ☕ An educational tour through four stations: medicinal plants, sugar cane, cocoa and coffee. Learn about their history, cultivation and production while tasting artisanal products. The experience lasts about 1 hour and 30 minutes. We are located in Fortuna de Bagaces, Guanacaste, in the thermal area of the Miravalles Volcano. A truly sensory experience of Costa Rican tradition.
50 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Playa Hermosa
Find us in Coco, Guanacaste, Costa Rica, National Secondary Route 151. Our travel agency has windows with our logos. At 6 am, we will wait for you for pickup. Ask about Miravalles Tour. We will wait for you!
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Find us in Coco, Guanacaste, Costa Rica, National Secondary Route 151. Our travel agency has windows with our logos. At 6 am, we will wait for you for pickup. Ask about Miravalles Tour. We will wait for you!
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Miravalles Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- For walks: Comfortable clothing and shoes for a long walk *Do not bring sandals*, also in winter time bring long pants and long-sleeved clothing because of the mosquitoes
- Bring clothing and swimsuits for the pool and waterfall area.
- For the ride, bring comfortable clothing
- Bring mosquito repellent and sunscreen.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 50 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
50 verified traveler reviews for Guanacaste full day: Explore Nature, horse, sloth and waterfalls. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Wonderfully and exciting !!!
We really liked that outstanding, very informative and interesting excursion! 🙏 September 20, 2026 we had the wonderful tour included three in one: - visit the coffee factory (we even had made some coffee 😲:) - walking in the jungle (we met a lot of wild tropical plants, animals, birds, reptiles and insects 😱:) - taking a sauna, mud bath and thermal hot water swimming pool (it was into the resort Thermo Mania 👍:) So it was amazing and we strongly recommend everyone to get it 👍👍👍 The special thanks to Marilyn who organised and setup our tour 🤩
via Tripadvisor
The Best!
We spent a whole day traveling with Miravalles Tours! The trip was fascinating, action-packed, and extraordinary. We had a wonderful time and came away with so many positive impressions. We want to thank Miravalles Tours—and especially Theo—for his professionalism, his clear explanations, and his patience; he is a truly positive person. Thank you! We highly recommend this company; we saw everything we wanted and everything that was promised—and even more than we had hoped for.
via Tripadvisor
A dream day - Miravalles Thermomania Tour
TOUR —> MIRAVALLES THERMOMANIA 11.5hrs - A dream day ! First stop we visited the majestic Catarata Llanos del cortes waterfull. We were 2 ladies and 2 other ladies were on the tour with us. Our tour guide Tio, took most of the photos. I was very thankful for this, as my phone died at 11:30 in the morning. And he is fantastic at taking photos. He made sure to communicate with us all day. Asking us if we were ready for the next adventure or if we needed lunch, etc.. Then we drove to our Mountain tour, where we were in a rain forrest that is a Sloth protected area, Jeffrey our tour guide, and Omar our machete handler & creature finder, showed us so many animals of the Rainforest. We were able to see an 8 month old sloth, the red eyed tree frog & the eggs she left underneath a leaf over a pond, and the poisonous strawberry dart frog. We also saw a Harpy Eagle in the treetops, that eats baby sloths. We did also see an adult three toed sloth. And an adult two toed, but this one was very high up. We ate the most incredible bananas, that Omar cut from a banana tree and washed for us. We ate it while we walked the rainforest. We were not wearing any bug spray, as the sloths do not like the smell. Jeffrey, our tour guide took us off trail and dumped a shampoo plant into each of our hands, to rub the citronella liquid on our bodies as a natural bug repellent. It smelled beautiful! After this, we headed to our sugarcane, coffee, and chocolate tour location. Jeffrey was our tour guide here as well. And Tio continued to take our photos. This was incredible. We learned so much about all three of these plants. And we did individual activities with each item. We milled sugarcane and drank the juice. We danced and sang and shook Morocco‘s, while making chocolate. And We made tea from the chocolate bean shells! We roasted coffee beans, and shelled them, and grinded them, and made our own coffee! We had so much fun ! Then we drove to the restaurant, we enjoyed lunch at. Which was included in the tour price. And was a traditional Costa Rican meal. It was absolutely delicious. One of the ladies we were on tour with, was celebrating her birthday. The restaurant served us cake, while we sang her happy birthday. It was so wonderful. My daughter and myself chose a massage instead of horseback riding. After lunch, we enjoyed Thermomania, nestled on the slopes of the majestic Miravalles Volcano. Located in the heart of Costa Rica's geothermal activity. We each had a long, relaxing, massage at the thermo spa. That was absolutely incredible, and completely rejuvenated me after our long travel days . Then Immersed ourselves in a volcanic mud bath surrounded by nature, with a view of the volcano, while sitting in the thermal hot Springs. We also enjoyed the enclosed water sauna, This was a favorite. We truly felt like we became family with the 2 ladies on this tour with us, and all of our tour guides. We laughed and smiled the entire time ! And learned so much, Tio was fantastic at teaching us the history of the Guanacaste province, during our drives! We will absolutely be booking another tour with this company, during our stay.
Response from the operator: ¡Muchas gracias por compartir su experiencia! Nos alegra saber que disfrutaron cada etapa del Tour Miravalles Thermomania y que nuestro equipo hizo de su visita una experiencia inolvidable. Sus amables palabras sobre Tío, Jeffrey y Omar significan mucho para nosotros. Será un placer compartirles su reconocimiento. Gracias por elegirnos y por recomendarnos. ¡Esperamos recibirlas nuevamente muy pronto para vivir otra gran aventura en Costa Rica! Equipo Thermomania
via Tripadvisor
Teo is the best tour guide we've ever had
The best tour guides in Costa Rica NO QUESTION!! Teo was incredible, we quickly became friends and loved our time with him and the tour. The sloths were amazing, I didn't expect us to be able to stand eye level, a foot away from a baby sloth. Incredible experience. Teo really made it special for us and I love that they do small groups instead of massive amounts. We did two with them and both times it was just the perfect amount of people.
via Tripadvisor
Highly recommend
This tour was educational, fun and a great way to explore wildlife, nature, local food and traditions without the crowds!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 18
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 69
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Guanacaste full day: Explore Nature, horse, sloth and waterfalls: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Playa Hermosa.
How much does Guanacaste full day: Explore Nature, horse, sloth and waterfalls cost?
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Prices start at $180 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Playa Hermosa usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Guanacaste full day: Explore Nature, horse, sloth and waterfalls take?
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Plan for about 7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Playa Hermosa is not rushed.
Is Guanacaste full day: Explore Nature, horse, sloth and waterfalls worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 69 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 50 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable outdoors in Playa Hermosa, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Guanacaste full day: Explore Nature, horse, sloth and waterfalls?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Guanacaste full day: Explore Nature, horse, sloth and waterfalls suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Guanacaste full day: Explore Nature, horse, sloth and waterfalls?
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Around 18 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Playa Hermosa can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Playa Hermosa and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Guanacaste full day: Explore Nature, horse, sloth and waterfalls start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Playa Hermosa within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Playa Hermosa?
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On Outty we rank every Playa Hermosa experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include La Leona waterfall adventure hike half day, White Water River Rafting Class III-IV from La Fortuna-Arenal, Guachipelin Zipline, River Tubing, Horseback Ride, Hot springs & Lunch Combo. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Playa Hermosa?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Playa Hermosa?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Guanacaste full day: Explore Nature, horse, sloth and waterfalls?
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Included: In-vehicle air conditioning; and Lunch. Not included: Alcoholic beverages. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Guanacaste full day: Explore Nature, horse, sloth and waterfalls include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 12 listed pickup locations in and around Playa Hermosa. Be ready about 60 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Guanacaste full day: Explore Nature, horse, sloth and waterfalls offered in?
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It is offered in English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Guanacaste full day: Explore Nature, horse, sloth and waterfalls?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Guanacaste full day: Explore Nature, horse, sloth and waterfalls wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Specialized infant seats are available; and Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Guanacaste full day: Explore Nature, horse, sloth and waterfalls if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Playa Hermosa. Standard cancellation terms apply.
What do travelers say about Guanacaste full day: Explore Nature, horse, sloth and waterfalls?
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Across 50 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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