🌊 Tour Description
📍Near Liberia · Rincon de la Vieja
⏱ Duration: ~ 7 Hours
🧒 Minimum Age: 5+
🎟️ 4 Activities + Lunch + Hot Springs
One Day Adventure Pass
⬇️ See the One Day Adventure Pass in action
Our One Day Adventure Pass is a full-day Rincon de la Vieja day trip near Liberia, combining adventure, nature and relaxation at two locations near the volcano.
Start with tubing through exciting Class I–III rapids down the Colorado River on the southern side of the volcano. After a 30-minute drive to an adventure park on the northern side, enjoy a thrilling zip lining course and a scenic horseback ride, and rush down the longest jungle water slide in Costa Rica. Our One Day Adventure Pass is the only combo tour in the region bringing together river tubing and the water slide in one day!
Recharge with a Costa Rican lunch, then take a tractor ride through the forest to the hot springs. Finish your day relaxing in natural thermal pools and enjoying a volcanic mud bath, surrounded by tropical forest.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
🌊 River Tubing
🐎 Horseback Riding
♨️ Hot Springs
⚡Zip Lining
🛝 Jungle Water Slide
🌋 Volcanic Mud Bath
🍽️ Costa Rican Lunch included
✔️ Experienced guides accompany you throughout the whole day
⚠️ Limited spots per day – booking in advance is required
⚠️ Important Information
The activities included in this Rincon de la Vieja day pass are beginner-friendly and great for kids, but may not be ideal for everyone.
Who is this tour NOT suitable for?
❌ Not suitable for people with knee, ankle, walking or mobility limitations
❌ Children under 5 are not allowed
❌ Not suitable during pregnancy
❌ Note that there’s a maximum weight limit of 350 pounds (160 kg) for all activities
⚠️ No prior experience is needed, but a basic level of fitness is required.
Not sure if this tour is suitable for you?
➡️ Feel free to contact us and we will be happy to help you decide.
ℹ️ If you’re not comfortable with one of the activities, let your guide know, you can skip it and spend more time at the other activities or relaxing at the hot springs.
One Day Adventure Pass – Location & Meeting Point
Our One Day Adventure Pass takes place at two different locations. River tubing starts at El Rincon Tours & Transportation on the southern side of the volcano, while the other activities take place at the Rincon de la Vieja adventure park on the northern side of the volcano.
Booking Options
Decide how you’d like to visit: drive yourself or enjoy the convenience of included transportation.
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Self-Drive Tour
Meet at Tour Starting Point
Best if you have your own car or prefer to travel independently
Free and secure parking is available at our tubing tour base and the Rincon de la Vieja adventure park.
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Transportation Included
Hotel Pickup Service throughout Guanacaste
⭐ Most convenient option – we take care of everything
Our driver will pick you up at your preferred location, take you to both tour locations, wait for you, and drive you back afterward.
⚠️ Note that all tours have to be reserved in advance. If you arrive without a reservation, you may have to wait several hours for a guide or may not be able to join a tour that day.
One Day Adventure Pass – What to Expect
💡 Please note: This is an example itinerary. River tubing will always be the first activity, but the exact order and timing of the other activities will be decided by the reception team on the day of your tour.
Check in & Orientation
Meet your guide at our tubing tour base on the southern side of the volcano. After a short introduction to the day’s activities, you’ll get ready for river tubing on the Colorado River.
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River Tubing
Splash your way through fun rapids and paddle along scenic lazy river sections, surrounded by tropical forest and epic river canyons.

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Jungle Water Slide
One of the tour’s main highlights! Race down the longest jungle water slide in Costa Rica and enjoy 425 m (1,400-ft) of fun and excitement through the tropical forest.

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Salitral Waterfall (Optional)
During the tractor ride, you can choose to take a 20-minute hike to see the spectacular Salitral Waterfall from a viewing platform. Only choose this hike if you are in good physical condition and don’t have any walking, knee, or mobility issues.

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Rincon de la Vieja Hot Springs, Mud Bath & Sauna
End your day relaxing in natural hot springs, surrounded by tropical nature. To get the best benefits from the volcanic mud bath, spend a few minutes in the sauna, then apply the volcanic mud all over your body. Let it dry on a platform with beautiful forest views, where you may spot tropical birds. Wash the mud off under the showers, then choose your favorite of the five thermal pools to relax in.
Departure
End your day feeling refreshed after exploring some of the best things to do in Rincon de la Vieja. Experience it for yourself with our One Day Adventure Pass!
Ready to join one of the best Rincon de la Vieja tours?
⚠️ Advance booking required—reserve your spot today
📍 How to Get to the Tour Starting Points
You can get to El Rincon Tours & Transportation and the Rincon de la Vieja Adventure Park by car or choose the option with transportation included.
If you choose the self-drive option, first drive to El Rincon Tours & Transportation to meet your guide and start the first activity. After the tubing, simply follow your guide to the Rincon de la Vieja adventure park for the other activities. If you booked the tour with transportation included, your driver will take you to both tour locations.
Driving Directions from Liberia
A 4×4 vehicle is not required to get to our river tubing tour base or the Rincon de la Vieja adventure park, but drive carefully, as the road has some potholes.
1️⃣ From Liberia, drive north for about 5 km along Highway #1.
2️⃣ Turn right when you see signs pointing to Rincon de la Vieja National Park and continue for about 15 minutes.
3️⃣ Reach the village of Curubandé and continue straight, passing by the church.
4️⃣ After about 300 m you will find our tour office on your left, clearly marked with large signs.
🅿️ At El Rincon Tours & Transportation you will find free and monitored parking.

Entrance to El Rincon Tours & Transportation.
Tour with Transportation Included
Skip the driving, directions, and planning. The easiest way to reach this Rincon de la Vieja day tour is by booking the One Day Adventure Pass with transportation included.
🚐 Why choose transportation included?
✔️ Hotel Pickup throughout Guanacaste
✔️ Flexible transfers: include the tour as a stop between two destinations
✔️ Get the best price by booking transportation together with your tour
👉 Perfect option if you don’t have a car or want to enjoy a fully relaxed, stress-free experience.

Enjoy convenient shuttle service throughout Guanacaste.
What to Bring • What’s Included • Visitor Facilities
See what to bring for your Rincon de la Vieja day tour, what’s provided, and get an overview of the visitor facilities for a convenient and enjoyable day.
🎒 What to Bring
✔️ Closed-toe shoes, water shoes or sandals with straps (mandatory for zip lining, river tubing and horseback riding; flip flops are ok for the hot springs)
✔️ Comfortable sportswear
✔️ Bathing suit for the hot springs
✔️ Change of clothes and shoes for after the tour
✔️ Water bottle
✔️ Sunscreen & bug spray
🪖 What’s Provided
✔️ Equipment for all activities:
- River Tubing: Helmet, life jacket, tube, paddle
- Zip lining: Helmet, harness, gloves
- Horseback riding: Helmet
- Jungle water slide: Helmet, tube
- Hot springs: Towel
✔️ Experienced tour guides
✔️ Optional: Professional photos are taken during the tour and will be available for purchase afterwards
🚻 Visitor Facilities
At our tubing tour base and at the Rincon de la Vieja adventure park you will find all essential facilities for a comfortable stay.
✔️ Free & secure parking
✔️ Multiple bathrooms
✔️ Changing rooms
✔️ Showers
✔️ Lockers
One Day Adventure Pass – FAQ
What is the minimum age for the One Day Adventure Pass?
Our Rincon de la Vieja day pass is suitable for kids from the age of 5 and is a great experience for the whole family.
During every activity, attentive guides keep a close eye on your children to ensure they stay safe and can enjoy the tour with confidence, so you can relax and fully enjoy the experience as well.
If younger children feel uncomfortable during any activity, they can be accompanied by an experienced guide.
Do I need to know how to swim for river tubing?
No, you don’t need to know how to swim to join the river tubing tour included in our Rincon de la Vieja day pass. Every visitor is provided with a mandatory life jacket. If you fall out of your tube, you can simply float and a guide will help you climb back into your tube immediately.
Where does the tour start, and how do I travel between the two locations?
Our One Day Adventure Pass takes place at two different locations near Liberia. River tubing starts at El Rincon Tours & Transportation on the southern side of the volcano, while the other activities take place at the Rincon de la Vieja adventure park on the northern side of the volcano. If you choose the self-drive option, first drive to our river tubing tour base to meet your guide and start the first activity. After the tubing, simply follow your guide to the Rincon de la Vieja adventure park for the other activities. If you booked the tour with transportation included, your driver will take you to both tour locations.
Do I need to know how to ride a horse for the One Day Adventure Pass?
No, if you’ve never ridden a horse before, that’s no problem at all. The horses are highly trained, have a calm temperament, and always follow the leading guide.
A guide also rides at the back of the group to ensure that no one falls behind. You can simply relax, enjoy the beautiful nature around you, and experience the unique feeling of exploring Costa Rica on horseback.
Is hotel pickup included in the tour price?
No, hotel pickup is not included in the tour price, but you can book transportation for an additional cost. Shuttle service is available throughout Guanacaste, making this Rincon de la Vieja day tour easy to reach even if you don’t have a rental car. Simply choose the tour option with transportation included, let us know your pickup location, and we’ll take care of the rest.
How long does the One Day Adventure Pass take?
The full-day tour, including lunch, takes approximately 7 hours, depending on the group size and how much time you’d like to spend at the hot springs at the end.
Can I bring my phone or camera on the tour?
Yes, you’re allowed to take photos and videos during the combo tour, as long as it does not affect safety.
We recommend not bringing your phone unless you have a waterproof case and a secure strap, as there is a high risk of dropping it during zip lining or getting it wet in the river.
If you’d like high-quality photos of every activity, you can purchase professionally taken photos captured during the tour. Your guide will also be happy to take photos of you whenever possible.
What happens if it rains during the One Day Adventure Pass?
If it rains, tours usually continue as planned. Activities are only cancelled in the event of lightning, thunder, or a risk of flash floods. If we can’t start an activity due to weather conditions, you will receive a refund for that activity.
What should I wear for the One Day Adventure Pass?
For this full-day Rincon de la Vieja tour, we recommend wearing comfortable sports clothing and closed-toe shoes for the adventure activities. For the hot springs, bring a swimsuit and you can wear flip-flops. Don’t forget to apply sunscreen before the tour and bring a change of clothes and shoes for afterwards, as they will get wet during river tubing.
How far is the One Day Adventure Pass from Liberia?
The Rincon de la Vieja day tour starts at El Rincon Tours & Transportation, just 20 minutes from Liberia. The other activities take place at the Rincon de la Vieja Adventure park on the northern side of the volcano, just a 30-minute drive away. Its location close to Liberia and Guanacaste Airport (LIR) makes the One Day Adventure Pass a convenient option for an easy day trip.
How much does the One Day Adventure Pass cost?
The One Day Adventure Pass costs $125 for adults (11+) and $115 for children (5–10). Children under 5 cannot participate.
Do I need to book the One Day Adventure Pass in advance?
Yes, advance reservations are required. If you arrive without a reservation, you may have to wait several hours for a guide or may not be able to join a tour that day.





















