About This Tour


The Hacienda Guachipelin Adventure Tour is a private full-day adventure experience near RincĂłn de la Vieja, combining ziplining, rappelling, river tubing, horseback riding, volcanic hot springs, mud baths and a traditional Costa Rican lunch in one complete Guanacaste tour.

Your day begins with private pickup from your hotel, resort or vacation rental in selected Guanacaste areas. Travel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle toward Hacienda GuachipelĂ­n, located near RincĂłn de la Vieja National Park and surrounded by tropical dry forest, volcanic landscapes, river canyons and mountain scenery.

This tour is based on the Hacienda GuachipelĂ­n One-Day Adventure Pass, one of the most popular adventure experiences in Guanacaste. It is designed for travelers who want to enjoy several activities in one day without planning each activity separately.

After arriving at Hacienda GuachipelĂ­n, the local adventure guides will assist with check-in, equipment and safety instructions. Your experience includes the canyon canopy zipline and rappelling course through the RĂ­o Blanco Canyon, where guests enjoy aerial views of the river, forest and volcanic rock formations.

The RĂ­o Negro tubing adventure is one of the most exciting parts of the day. Guests ride individual inflatable tubes through fun river sections with professional guides assisting along the route. This activity is active, wet and adventurous, making it ideal for travelers who enjoy water-based experiences.

The tour also includes horseback riding through the hacienda’s natural trails, followed by time at the Río Negro Hot Springs. At the hot springs area, guests can relax in naturally heated volcanic pools and enjoy the volcanic mud bath experience before changing into dry clothes.

A traditional Costa Rican lunch is included during the day, giving you time to rest between activities. After completing the adventure, your private driver will meet you for the return transfer to your hotel.

This private Hacienda Guachipelin Adventure Tour is recommended for active travelers, couples, families with older children and groups looking for a full day of adventure, nature and relaxation in the RincĂłn de la Vieja region.

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Tour Details

Duration Approximately 10 hours
Location RincĂłn de la Vieja area
Service Type Private full-day
Departure Time 7:00 AM
Minimum Age 8 years old

Tour Highlights

  • Zipline and rappel through the RĂ­o Blanco Canyon
  • RĂ­o Negro tubing adventure with exciting river sections
  • Horseback riding through Hacienda GuachipelĂ­n trails
  • RĂ­o Negro Hot Springs and volcanic mud bath experience
  • Private transportation and traditional Costa Rican lunch included

Tour Itinerary

1 - Private Hotel Pickup: Your private driver will meet you at the confirmed hotel, resort, condominium or vacation rental. Pickup time depends on your location and the confirmed Hacienda GuachipelĂ­n activity schedule.

2 - Transfer to Hacienda GuachipelĂ­n: Travel by private transportation through Guanacaste toward the RincĂłn de la Vieja area. Along the way, enjoy rural scenery, farms, dry tropical forest and volcanic mountain landscapes.

3 - Check-In and Safety Briefing: Upon arrival, check in with the Hacienda Guachipelín team. The local adventure guides will provide the required equipment and explain the safety procedures for the day’s activities.

4 - Canyon Canopy Zipline and Rappelling: Begin the adventure with the canyon canopy experience through the RĂ­o Blanco Canyon. Enjoy ziplining, rappelling and views of the river, forest and volcanic rock formations.

5 - RĂ­o Negro Tubing Adventure: Continue with the RĂ­o Negro tubing experience. Each guest uses an individual inflatable tube and follows the activity guides through fun river sections.

6 - Horseback Riding: Enjoy a guided horseback ride through Hacienda Guachipelín’s natural trails. This portion gives guests a different way to experience the ranch, forest and surrounding landscapes.

7 - Costa Rican Lunch: Take a break and enjoy an included traditional Costa Rican lunch at Hacienda GuachipelĂ­n.

8- RĂ­o Negro Hot Springs and Volcanic Mud Bath: Relax in naturally heated volcanic pools and enjoy the volcanic mud bath experience before rinsing off and changing into dry clothes.

9 - Private Return Transportation: After completing the activities, meet your private driver for the return journey to your Guanacaste hotel, resort or vacation rental.

Important: The order of activities may change according to weather, river levels, group flow and Hacienda Guachipelín’s operating schedule.

What's Included

  • Private round-trip transportation from selected Guanacaste hotels
  • Bilingual driver and air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hacienda GuachipelĂ­n One-Day Adventure Pass
  • Canyon canopy zipline and rappelling experience
  • RĂ­o Negro tubing adventure and horseback riding
  • RĂ­o Negro Hot Springs and volcanic mud bath
  • Traditional Costa Rican lunch

What to Bring

  • Swimsuit and complete change of dry clothes
  • Closed-toe shoes that can get wet or secure water shoes
  • Long pants or comfortable clothing for horseback riding
  • Towel and small day bag
  • Sunscreen, insect repellent and hat
  • Waterproof protection for phone or camera
  • Photo identification and personal medication