TOURS & ADVENTURES IN BEAUTIFUL NOSARA

Sunset Cruise 

From Playa Garza, you’ll be taken along Nosara’s coastline, to view the beautiful sunset over the Pacific. End your day relaxing with family and friends, listening to good music, having some cold drinks, and scanning the water for dolphins, turtles, flying fish, or even a breaching whale. The Sunset Trip includes drinks (waters, sodas, beers & rum), snacks, and fresh fruits.

Snorkeling tour

Costa Rica offers beautiful places to practice snorkeling, thanks to its crystal clear waters and abundant marine life. The tour takes you on a 3hr underwater adventure, where you’ll be able to spot a wide variety of marine animals, such as manta rays, turtles, puffer fish, starfish, lobsters, octopus, and schools of different fish. You’ll be taken to the pink sand island, a lovely place to have a picnic or collect shells and in its surroundings you can snorkel coral and rock reefs. Near the Pink Sand Island you can discover the remains of a sunken ship and enjoy fish of different colors and other marine life. Of course, the crew will help point out and identify some of the tropical fish and other sea creatures you may encounter.

The Snorkeling Tour includes the snorkeling equipment, drinks (waters, sodas, beers & rum), snacks, coconuts and fresh fruits. 

Dolphin or Whale watching

This tour will take you out for 3 hours in the Pacific Ocean, get close to some of the most amazing animals you can find! You’ll be taken 3 to 8 miles offshore from Playa Garza, where you can feel the ocean breeze and gaze at the coastline scenery during our search for these magnificent sea creatures. The chances to observe the animals are quite high year-round (Humpbacks migrate through the region August-October and December-April), but not guaranteed because they are wildlife. Anyway, we go to places where they are seen on most tours.From observing large pods of Bottlenose, Spotted or Spinner Dolphins performing acrobatics to witnessing a Humpback Whale teaching its baby to breathe or a Sea Turtle swimming past, this tour is for everyone to enjoy! Once we’ve spotted them, the captain maneuvers the boat so you will get a very close look if they come up to swim around the boat.

​The Dolphin & Whale Watching Tour includes drinks (waters, sodas, beers & rum), snacks, coconuts and fresh fruits.

Surf trips

Whether you are on vacation or live in the Nosara area, grab your best surfboard, lots of energy and come on board of one of our charters for a legendary Surf Trip with us. Costa Rica has a lot of quality waves and riding opportunities, so merge with our local knowledge and let us show you some of the best surf breaks the country has to offer. For your safety, it’s very important you already have some surfing experience. Some breaks have the potential to be strong and beginners are advised to take lessons before. Waters, coconuts and fresh fruits during the Surf Trip are included.​

Surf Lessons

Whether it’s your first time learning how to surf or you want to improve your surfing skills through guided lessons with video analisis, this choice is for you! Let us customize your surf lessons, to get you surfing confidently while also having fun. The 90 minute lessons include instruction by local guides with lots of experience, as well as all the equipment necessary, refreshments and photos and videos of your lesson.

Fishing Tours

Join on an ultimate Fishing Trip in the surroundings of Playa Garza's shore: A popular fishing destination in Costa Rica, with the perfect launch to the water and rich fishing grounds. Because of the rich warm waters of Costa Rica’s the Pacific Ocean, the fishing here is pretty incredible year-round, and it’s possible to catch just about anything on any given day.

Regardless of whether you’re an experienced angler or just starting out, you’re encouraged to hook your own fish! Of course, the crew is always ready to teach their practiced fishing techniques (Trolling, Casting, Deep Fishing, etc.) and help you at any time.

The professional Captain Vibert was raised in the local fishing community, knows these waters better than anyone, and possesses the intimate local knowledge required to land you the fish of your dreams.

Spearfishing excursions

The clear sea offers visibility for spearfishing between 30 to 100 feet, guaranteeing you’ll spot all kinds of marine life. You may even find yourself distracted from the underwater beauty of big animal sightings, including whale sharks, manta rays, dolphins, or sea turtles. The Spearfishing Trip is more for experienced spearfishermen, but if you don’t have any experience in spearfishing yet, you will of course receive an introduction and the crew will be there to assist you at any time. Drinks (waters, sodas, beers & rum), snacks, coconuts, and fresh fruits are included. The Spearfishing equipment is not included, but if you don’t have one, you can rent one from us for an extra charge.

Also, you can keep whatever you catch. We fillet it for you and keep it on ice until we return to the coast. 

* Please note that all national and foreign tourists are required to have a spearfishing license. You can easily buy your license online from Incopesca. Don't hesitate to ask us for help, we will gladly get it for you.

What to expect to catch? Inshore rock reefs: Snappers, Amberjack, Wahoo and Sierra Mackerel. Meanwhile, in offshore blue water, you’ll find Yellowfin Tuna & Dorado.

ATV Tours

Choose from four different ATV adventures (all tours include fruits and water)

Jungle Tour: 2-hour tour where you’ll cruise along the lush Nosara hills keeping an eye out for wildlife along the way.

River Splashing Adventure Tour: 2.5-hour tour, cruise through local towns, jungle trails, and rivers leading to a beautiful swimming hole where you’ll be able to stop to take a refreshing swim.

Waterfall Tour: 3.5 hours tour, journey through the small local towns and jungle trails to explore a gorgeous waterfall where you’ll be able to stop and enjoy a refreshing swim. 

Coffee Tour: 4-hour tour, this tour takes you across the Nosara hills to a coffee plantation 2000 feet above sea level, where you will find spectacular ocean and mountain views. You will get to experience the coffee process preparation, from collecting the beans to sipping the freshly brewed café. Lunch is included.

Canopy Tour

Enjoy the longest Canopy Tour in the world located within a pristine 2500-acre forest reserve. This tour takes you through 21 exhilarating runs and is nestled in the mountains surrounding the village of Nosara and will be a highlight of your trip. You will travel across majestic mountain ridges and valleys, and soar high above multiple ravines with breathtaking views of rivers, waterfalls, and the Pacific Ocean. Suitable for nature lovers, adventurers, families, and all who want to experience the ultimate zip-lining adventure.

Horseback riding 

This tour will take you from the river up to the hills with breathtaking views of the ocean, beaches and mangroves, through jungle trails and along the beaches of Nosara and Ostional. You will ride for two to three hours and will be able to learn about local plants and their medicinal use, animals like howler monkeys and a large variety of birds. All horses are friendly, reliable and trained by an expert, giving beginners and advanced riders a fun experience.

Yoga Lessons

Learn to improve your balance, strength, and flexibility through an empowering yoga class. Classes generally are 60 minutes long. Reconnect with your body in mindful, peaceful movement.

Stand Up Paddle Board Mangrove Tour

Stand up paddle the serene waters of the Rio Montana and Rio Nosara, weaving your way through mangrove tunnels to a hidden trail that leads out to Playa Nosara. This is a stand up paddling adventure that will (peacefully) blow your mind. Best of all – it’s accessible to everyone and we’ll do all we can to make sure you have a successful experience in the water.

Stand-Up paddle Ocean lessons

Paddle around Garza’s northern headland to the fabled Isla Rosada, visit the tucked-away “Coco” beach, explore the outer reefs of south Guiones, or cruise the Garza bay. Depending on local conditions your ocean paddling experience will be crafted to you and your group’s skill level. During the trip, you’ll increase your ocean knowledge and experience its dynamic waters enhancing your stand up paddling skills and confidence. *Important to note – this tour depends on ocean conditions, and safety is our primary concern.

Waterfall & Adventure Hike

Experience one of Nosara’s hidden gems; this tucked-away waterfall destination is a refreshing treat following a 45-minute moderate hike. The hike involves crossing a creek, traversing a cattle farm, and weaving through a primary canopy of tropical dry forest. Stop along the way to interpret the sights, sounds, and smells of everything around you before discovering a series of brilliant swimming holes and small waterfalls, each cascading from one to another.

Bask in the cool water and natural beauty of the site until you’re sufficiently refreshed. Depending on the time of year, it’s even possible to hike upriver through the waterfalls. Returning from the falls you’ll be greeted with an organic picnic lunch and refreshments. This tour is documented with photos. All-terrain shoes, swimsuits, and hats are suggested.

Boca Nosara wildlife & Bird watching kayak tour

The Rio Nosara and the Rio Montana are the two largest rivers in Nosara, and where they converge you will find a tremendous amount of natural beauty. For nature lovers and those who like to kayak, this is quite simply the best tour in Nosara. Kayak alongside great blue herons, anhingas, roseate spoonbills, and maybe even a few crocodiles. Then weave through mangrove tunnels just as wide as your boat, enjoying the exquisite sounds of the jungle. Cap it off with an ice-cold watermelon juice or a sunset cerveza at the Boca.

Turtle Watching

The Ostional Wildlife Refuge in Costa Rica was created in 1984 to protect one of the world’s most important nesting sites of the Olive Ridley Sea Turtle. It is the site for a rarely seen biological wonder. The week before the new moon, hundreds of sea turtles come to one specific mile of beach to dig their eggs into the black volcanic sand. Turtles nest at Ostional year round but peak time occurs from August through December. The phenomenon of “arribadas” (mass nesting) occurs regularly once or twice a month.

Learn Spanish

Do you value the benefits of learning a new language and experiencing a taste of our Costa Rican culture? We have proudly partnered with the Nosara Spanish Institute.

Compliment your vacation by immersing yourself in the local language and culture. By combining traditional Spanish classroom instruction with local lingo and cultural teachings, you will broaden your experience of our wonderful and diverse country.

Pamper yourself 

All things beauty and relaxation. Take some time to sit back and enjoy a relaxing massage, manicure, or pedicure. Services such as waxing, hair styling, lash extensions, facials and more can be arranged to complement your Costa Rican adventures. View the full services below.

At home relaxing massage

Relax and unwind as the best masseuse in Nosara melt away any tension, leaving you feeling rejuvenated and ready for the world. These massages are scheduled to take place in the comfort of your accommodations. 

Chef services 

Being on vacation also means no cooking and kitchen clean-up! Allow our experienced chef with the ability to cater to any dietary restrictions to prepare a delicious meal at the convenience of your accommodations. Breakfast, lunch, or dinner can be arranged.

Nosara Civic Association & refuge for wildlife 

The Nosara Civic Association has been at the heart of the Nosara community since its foundation in 1975, with the purpose of protecting and conserving the environment for a sustainable future. This refuge has been a place for the injured, displaced, and orphaned wildlife from Nosara and the Nicoya Peninsula region of Costa Rica. 

You can visit the Refuge by advanced reservation (as a health precaution to the animals, the Refuge requires visitors to be in Costa Rica for at least 3 days before visiting). Your visit will include a tour of the Refuge facilities and an opportunity to meet up close to many of the current “guests” in residence.

The NCA owns and protects 240 hectares for conservation, maintaining 12 km of trails that connect different points in Nosara. This with the intention to give locals and visitors routes that promote walks and the use of bicycles within the community, thus reducing the carbon footprint. Thanks to this program, the NCA has managed to conserve the biodiversity that makes Nosara a unique coastal community, with patches of forest that connect with the Ostional National Wildlife Refuge.

Donations to the NCA help maintain the magic of Nosara for future generations. Your donation can be tax-deductible in the U.S. Contact Us for more information about how you can help the community of Nosara.