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Northern Guanacaste & Papagayo Gulf · 25–30 mins from Liberia International Airport (LIR)

Playas del Coco, Ocotal & Gulf of Papagayo: 4x4, ATV & UTV Adventure Tours

The closest off-road hub to Liberia Airport (LIR), featuring Punta Cacique ocean bluffs, Monkey Trail creek crossings, and private condo pickups in Playas del Coco.

Primary Meeting Point:: Playas del Coco entrance boulevard, Playa Hermosa ridge base, and Riu Guanacaste / Nuevo Colón staging area
Hotel & Villa Pickup Coverage:: Direct pickup from Playas del Coco condos (including Serena Condos area), Ocotal, Playa Hermosa, Playa Panamá, Secrets Papagayo & Riu resorts
Local Trail Terrain:: Punta Cacique volcanic ridge, Monkey Trail dry-forest tracks, Culebra Bay overlooks, and secluded black-and-gold sand coves.
Available Vehicle Formats:: 4WD Single/Double ATVs, private family UTV tours, and Rincón de la Vieja volcano 4x4 day excursions.

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Playas del Coco, Ocotal & Gulf of Papagayo off-road trails

Verified Off-Road Excursions in Playas del Coco, Ocotal & Gulf of Papagayo & Nearby Hubs

Punta Cacique & Playas del Coco 4WD Jungle and Mountain ATV Adventure

                SELF-DRIVE ATV TOUR
              

★ 5.0 (45 reviews)

                Playas del Coco, Ocotal & Gulf of Papagayo · 2.5 HOURS
                From $119
              

Punta Cacique & Playas del Coco 4WD Jungle and Mountain ATV Adventure

Best for: Playas del Coco and Gulf of Papagayo visitors wanting dramatic volcanic peninsula views just 25 minutes from Liberia Airport.

Departure Location:: Playas del Coco / Playa Hermosa Ridge Base (25 mins from LIR Airport)
Pickup Coverage:: Pickup across Playas del Coco, Playa Hermosa, Playa Panamá, Ocotal, and Riu / Secrets Papagayo resorts
Vehicle & Operator:: 4WD Off-Road ATV (Single or Double) — Drive Yourself on a Guided Trail Tour
Driver / Passenger Rules:: Drivers: 18+ with valid driver's license. Passengers: 7+ years old.
Vehicle Capacity:: 1–2 riders per 4WD ATV
Pricing Basis:: Priced per ATV/rider tier; private group departures available for families and condo guests.
Confirmed Inclusions:: 4WD ATV, bilingual trail guide, helmet & eye protection, Punta Cacique & Culebra Bay lookout stops, water & tropical fruit.

              ✓ Free 24h cancellation
              Code: 5586316P8
            

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Playas del Coco & Playa Hermosa 4-Hour Private Guided ATV Trail Expedition

                SIDE-BY-SIDE UTV / BUGGY
              

★ 4.8 (52 reviews)

                Playas del Coco, Ocotal & Gulf of Papagayo · 4 HOURS
                From $132
              

Playas del Coco & Playa Hermosa 4-Hour Private Guided ATV Trail Expedition

Best for: Private groups, families, and condo owners in Playas del Coco who want a custom 4-hour route at their own pace.

Departure Location:: Playa Hermosa / Playas del Coco Trailhead
Pickup Coverage:: Private pickup from Playas del Coco condos, Ocotal, Hermosa, and Papagayo resorts
Vehicle & Operator:: Private Fleet: 4x4 ATVs & Side-by-Side UTV Options — Drive Yourself on a Private Guided Tour
Driver / Passenger Rules:: Drivers: 18+ with valid license. Custom pacing for private families or friend groups.
Vehicle Capacity:: 1–2 riders per ATV (private guide exclusively for your group)
Pricing Basis:: Private-tour pricing per rider/vehicle — no strangers mixed into your trail group.
Confirmed Inclusions:: Private bilingual guide, 4 hours of customized beach, dry-forest, and monkey-corridor riding, helmets & refreshments.

              ✓ Free 24h cancellation
              Code: 435404P2
            

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Amazing 3-Hour Jacó ATV Tour & Jungle Waterfall

                SELF-DRIVE ATV TOUR
              

★ 4.9 (910 reviews)

                Jacó & Los Sueños / Herradura · 3 HOURS
                From $105
              

Amazing 3-Hour Jacó ATV Tour & Jungle Waterfall

Best for: First-time & intermediate riders wanting coastal ridge lookouts + a private rainforest waterfall swim.

Departure Location:: Central Jacó Adventure Basecamp (5 mins from Los Sueños Resort)
Pickup Coverage:: Complimentary hotel/villa pickup in Jacó Beach, Playa Hermosa, and Herradura / Los Sueños
Vehicle & Operator:: Single or Double 4WD ATV (Honda / CFMOTO 400–500cc) — Drive Yourself on a Guided Trail Tour
Driver / Passenger Rules:: Drivers: 18+ with valid driver's license & credit card for security deposit. Passengers: 8+ years old.
Vehicle Capacity:: 1 rider (Single ATV) or 2 riders (Double ATV)
Pricing Basis:: Priced per ATV (Single ATV ~$105; Double ATV carries 2 riders for a minor passenger upgrade fee).
Confirmed Inclusions:: Bilingual trail guide, DOT helmet, goggles, private waterfall entrance fee, fresh tropical fruit & bottled water.

              ✓ Free 24h cancellation
              Code: 34495P3
            

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Jacó & Herradura Off-Road Side-by-Side UTV Buggy Expedition

                SIDE-BY-SIDE UTV / BUGGY
              

★ 4.8 (134 reviews)

                Jacó & Los Sueños / Herradura · 2 TO 4 HOURS
                From $120
              

Jacó & Herradura Off-Road Side-by-Side UTV Buggy Expedition

Best for: Couples and families who prefer a steering wheel, foot pedals, and side-by-side seating over straddling an ATV.

Departure Location:: Jacó North Off-Road Depot near Herradura
Pickup Coverage:: Hotel & condo pickup included across Jacó and Herradura / Los Sueños Marina zone
Vehicle & Operator:: 4x4 Side-by-Side UTV Buggy (Roll Cage, Bucket Seats & Steering Wheel) — Drive Yourself on a Guided Trail Tour
Driver / Passenger Rules:: Drivers: 18+ with valid driver's license. Passengers: 5+ years old (seatbelts & roll-cage protection).
Vehicle Capacity:: 2 to 4 riders per UTV buggy
Pricing Basis:: Priced per person (2-rider minimum) or per UTV vehicle depending on group size — check live calendar.
Confirmed Inclusions:: 4x4 side-by-side UTV, bilingual trail lead, safety gear, river crossing route & mountain viewpoint stop.

              ✓ Free 24h cancellation
              Code: 15404P7
            

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Serena Condos Playas del Coco Resort Living in Guanacaste

Guanacaste Partner Network · Extended Stays & Real Estate

Planning a Longer Stay in Guanacaste or Playas del Coco?

Many visitors who first come to Guanacaste for dry-forest ATV trails, catamaran sails, and Papagayo beach coves end up returning for a full season. Explore regional excursion guides on Guanacaste.Tours and EasyCostaRica.com, or check out Serena Condos in Playas del Coco (Prices from the $320's, 25 minutes from Liberia Airport) at SerenaCondo.com ↗ and Guanacaste.Tours/real-estate/serena/.

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