Weekend Wild · Costa Rica

Tamarindo with kids

A laid-back beach town perfect for surfing, family beach days, and outdoor adventures.

Family activities

  1. Tamarindo Beach

    Tamarindo Beach is a classic family outing for sand, water, fresh air, and an unhurried day.

    Beaches · All ages · Free or low-cost

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  2. Playa Langosta

    Playa Langosta is a classic family outing for sand, water, fresh air, and an unhurried day.

    Beaches · All ages · Free or low-cost

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  3. Playa Grande

    Playa Grande is a classic family outing for sand, water, fresh air, and an unhurried day.

    Beaches · All ages · Free or low-cost

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  4. Las Baulas National Marine Park

    Las Baulas National Marine Park gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the destination's landscape and wildlife.

    Nature · All ages · Paid

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  5. Tamarindo Estuary Boat Tour

    Tamarindo Estuary Boat Tour reveals the destination from a fresh angle and keeps the whole family engaged.

    Tours · All ages · Paid

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  6. Tamarindo Estuary Kayaking

    Tamarindo Estuary Kayaking adds an active, confidence-building challenge to the family itinerary.

    Outdoor Adventure · All ages · Paid

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  7. Tamarindo Family Surf Lesson

    Tamarindo Family Surf Lesson adds an active, confidence-building challenge to the family itinerary.

    Outdoor Adventure · All ages · Paid

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  8. Tamarindo Catamaran Sunset Cruise

    Tamarindo Catamaran Sunset Cruise reveals the destination from a fresh angle and keeps the whole family engaged.

    Tours · All ages · Paid

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  9. Tamarindo Snorkeling Tour

    Tamarindo Snorkeling Tour adds an active, confidence-building challenge to the family itinerary.

    Outdoor Adventure · All ages · Paid

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  10. Tamarindo Sportfishing Family Charter

    Tamarindo Sportfishing Family Charter adds an active, confidence-building challenge to the family itinerary.

    Outdoor Adventure · All ages · Paid

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  11. Diamante Eco Adventure Park

    Diamante Eco Adventure Park adds an active, confidence-building challenge to the family itinerary.

    Outdoor Adventure · All ages · Paid

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  12. Diamante Animal Sanctuary

    Diamante Animal Sanctuary creates an up-close animal experience that feels personal and memorable.

    Animal Encounters · All ages · Paid

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  13. Black Stallion Eco Park

    Black Stallion Eco Park adds an active, confidence-building challenge to the family itinerary.

    Outdoor Adventure · All ages · Paid

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  14. Monkey Park Foundation

    Monkey Park Foundation creates an up-close animal experience that feels personal and memorable.

    Animal Encounters · All ages · Paid

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  15. The Beach Chocolate Factory Workshop

    The Beach Chocolate Factory Workshop immerses families in the character and living culture of the destination.

    Cultural Attractions · All ages · Paid

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  16. Pura Aventura Zipline

    Pura Aventura Zipline adds an active, confidence-building challenge to the family itinerary.

    Outdoor Adventure · All ages · Paid

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  17. Hacienda Guachipelin Adventure Park

    Hacienda Guachipelin Adventure Park adds an active, confidence-building challenge to the family itinerary.

    Outdoor Adventure · All ages · Paid

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  18. Rincón de la Vieja National Park

    Rincón de la Vieja National Park gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the destination's landscape and wildlife.

    Nature · All ages · Paid

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  19. Llanos de Cortés Waterfall

    Llanos de Cortés Waterfall gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the destination's landscape and wildlife.

    Nature · All ages · Paid

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  20. Palo Verde National Park Boat Tour

    Palo Verde National Park Boat Tour reveals the destination from a fresh angle and keeps the whole family engaged.

    Tours · All ages · Paid

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  21. Barra Honda National Park Caves

    Barra Honda National Park Caves gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the destination's landscape and wildlife.

    Nature · All ages · Paid

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  22. Playa Conchal

    Playa Conchal is a classic family outing for sand, water, fresh air, and an unhurried day.

    Beaches · All ages · Free or low-cost

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  23. Playa Avellanas

    Playa Avellanas is a classic family outing for sand, water, fresh air, and an unhurried day.

    Beaches · All ages · Free or low-cost

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  24. Playa Negra

    Playa Negra is a classic family outing for sand, water, fresh air, and an unhurried day.

    Beaches · All ages · Free or low-cost

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  25. Playa Potrero

    Playa Potrero is a classic family outing for sand, water, fresh air, and an unhurried day.

    Beaches · All ages · Free or low-cost

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  26. Marino Las Baulas Turtle Night Tour

    Marino Las Baulas Turtle Night Tour creates an up-close animal experience that feels personal and memorable.

    Animal Encounters · All ages · Paid

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  27. Tamarindo Night Market

    Tamarindo Night Market is an easy family wander filled with local flavor, choice, and memorable treats.

    Food & Markets · All ages · Paid

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  28. Tamarindo Farmers Market

    Tamarindo Farmers Market is an easy family wander filled with local flavor, choice, and memorable treats.

    Food & Markets · All ages · Paid

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  29. Tamarindo Wildlife Refuge Walk

    Tamarindo Wildlife Refuge Walk gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the destination's landscape and wildlife.

    Nature · All ages · Paid

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  30. La Senda Farm and Labyrinth

    La Senda Farm and Labyrinth pairs beautiful scenery with space for children to explore at a gentler pace.

    Gardens · All ages · Free or low-cost

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