Guachipelin Volcano Combo: Zipline, River Tubing & Hot Springs
About Guachipelin Volcano Combo: Zipline, River Tubing & Hot Springs
This all-day combo on the slopes of Rincon de la Vieja Volcano packs several of Guanacaste’s classic activities into one outing: a canyon zipline course, river tubing, a buffet lunch and a soak in natural hot springs with a volcanic mud bath. With more than 1,500 reviews, it is one of the most booked tours in the region.
The day runs about 8 to 12 hours depending on where you are staying. Hotel pickup is included from Liberia, Playas del Coco, Playa Hermosa, Papagayo, Tamarindo, Flamingo, Conchal and nearby areas, and you can also drive yourself and meet the group at the park at 9:00 am.
Itinerary
- The best all day adventure combo on Rincon de la Vieja Volcano that includes ziplining, river tubing, full…
- Parque Nacional Rincon de la Vieja (5 hours)
- Rincon de La Vieja (2 hours)
- Rio Negro Hot Springs (1 hours)
- Meeting point – 9:00 am for Self Drive
- Tamarindo
- Tamarindo Beach
- Playa Hermosa
- Playa Conchal
- Pinilla
- Las Catalinas
- Playa Flamingo
- Playa Panama
- Province of Guanacaste
- Playas del Coco
What’s included
- Full Buffet Lunch
- Bottled water
- Professional guide
- Pick up from RIU Guanacaste/Palace, Ocotal, Playas del Coco, Playa Hermosa/Panama, Liberia
- All Fees and Taxes
- Pick up From Tamarindo, Langosta, Grande, Conchal, Flamingo, Catalinas
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Meeting point
7:30 am ($70 transport fee per booking, not per person) – billed separately | Liberia Peri Supermarket at main Liberia Intersection – 8:30 am | Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport – 8:30 am | Andaz, Four Seasons, Planet Hollywood – 7:20 am ($70 transport fee per booking, not per person) – billed separately | Secrets Papagayo Main Gate (not lobby), Mangroove and other Hotels – 7:30 am | Villas Sol Main Gate, Condovac Main Gate, Occidental Papagayo Main Gateand other Hotels, Condos, and Private Houses in Hermosa – 7:30 am | Ocotal/Coco – 7:20 am | RIU Guanacaste/Palace MAIN GATE, not Lobby 6:45 am | 6:00 am – $70 fee per booking, not per person | 6:30 am | 6:30 am | Hotels, Condos, and Private Houses in Conchal – 6:45 am | Tamarindo/Langosta – 6:30 am | Tamarindo/Langosta – 6:30 am | Hacienda Pinilla/JW Marriott: 6:00 AM – $50 fee per booking, not per person – billed separately Please let security know we are coming | Self Drive 9:00 am @ Park Pinilla/JW Marriott: 6:00 AM Langosta/Tamarindo: 6:30 AM W/Westin Conchal: 6:45 AM Grande, Flamingo, Potrero, Catalinas: 6:30 AM RIU MAIN GATE: 7:00 AM Coco: 7:20 AM Secrets, Villas Sol, Mangroove: 7:30 AM Liberia: 8:30 AM Andaz, Four Seasons, Plt Hollywood: 7:20 AM
What to expect on the day
The zipline course drops into a steep canyon with 8 cables, 18 platforms, a hanging bridge and optional rappel and Tarzan swing. Next comes river tubing, where you bounce down more than 5 kilometers of the Rio Negro’s clear rapids in your own tube.
Lunch is a buffet with a salad bar, several mains and sides, desserts, fresh juice, coffee and tea, and dietary needs can be accommodated. In the afternoon you are driven to the Rio Negro Hot Springs, ten pools heated naturally by the volcano and surrounded by tropical dry forest, where you can also try the mud bath.
Prices and extra costs
- Included: buffet lunch, bottled water, professional guide, all fees and taxes, and transport by air-conditioned minivan from the listed beach and Liberia areas.
- Not included: gratuities; transport from Andaz, Four Seasons, Planet Hollywood, Waldorf Astoria, Las Catalinas and Dreams Las Mareas ($70 per booking, billed separately); the Hacienda Pinilla and JW Marriott pickup fee ($50 per booking).
What to bring
- Swimsuit and a change of clothes for the tubing, hot springs and mud bath.
- Closed shoes that can get wet, plus a towel.
- Sunscreen and insect repellent.
Tips for a better day
- Check your pickup time: pickups start as early as 6:00 am from Hacienda Pinilla and around 6:30 am from Tamarindo, so plan an early night.
- Give your hotel name: you need to provide your hotel, house or condo name when booking, and tell security at the gate that the tour van is coming.
- Families with young kids: children aged 4 to 7 can do everything except tubing, but one adult has to stay behind with them during that part.
Who it’s best for
- Best for: active travelers and families who want ziplining, tubing and hot springs in one day without planning each activity separately.
- Consider another option if: you prefer a calmer day focused on wildlife, such as the Palo Verde boat safari.
Restrictions
The tour is not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, spinal injuries or pregnant travelers, and a moderate level of fitness is needed. The minimum age for tubing is 8, depending on the child’s size and the river conditions that day, and the weight limit is 300 lbs.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
FAQ about Guachipelin Volcano Combo: Zipline, River Tubing & Hot Springs
What is included in the Rincon de la Vieja volcano combo tour?
Ziplining, river tubing, a buffet lunch, hot springs with a volcanic mud bath, bottled water, a guide, fees and taxes, and air-conditioned transport from the listed areas.
How long is the Guachipelin combo tour?
It lasts about 8 to 12 hours, depending on how far your hotel is from the volcano.
Does the tour pick up from Tamarindo?
Yes. Pickup from Tamarindo and Langosta is at about 6:30 am.
Is there an extra charge for pickup from Four Seasons or Andaz?
Yes. Transport from Andaz, Four Seasons, Planet Hollywood and some other Papagayo properties costs $70 per booking, billed separately.
Can I drive myself to the Guachipelin combo tour?
Yes. Self-drive guests meet the group at the park at 9:00 am.
What is the minimum age for river tubing at Rincon de la Vieja?
The minimum age for tubing is 8, depending on the child's size and river conditions. Children aged 4 to 7 can join every other activity.
How many ziplines are on the course?
There are 8 zipline cables and 18 platforms, plus a hanging bridge and an optional rappel and Tarzan swing.
Is there a weight limit for this tour?
Yes, the weight limit is 300 lbs.
Can the lunch handle dietary restrictions?
Yes. The buffet lunch can accommodate dietary restrictions.
What is the cancellation policy for this volcano combo tour?
You get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.