Title: Things to Do in Matapalo in 2026 | Expedia.com [Matapalo Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Matapalo.dx6225491)[Hotels in Matapalo](https://expedia.com/Matapalo-Hotels.d6225491.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Matapalo](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Matapalo.d6225491.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Matapalo](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Matapalo.d6225491.Car-Rental-Guide)[Matapalo Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Matapalo.d6225491.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Matapalo ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Matapalo Types of activities [Matapalo Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Matapalo.dx6225491) ### Matapalo Attractions Explore the best sights in Matapalo with some unique [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6225491&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips), or get through our list of {220 fun activities in Matapalo [fun activities in Matapalo](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6225491&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)}. We have no booking fees as well as free cancellation, so you can rest easy and focus on planning the perfect vacation. --- --- ### Most popular activities in Matapalo ### Tours & day trips [See all 161 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth & Llanos de Cortez Waterfall Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/517438/86fd80c5-5242-4726-9381-51d24bad7acb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth & Llanos de Cortez Waterfall Tour 11h 30m+ 8.8/10 64 reviews Free cancellation available $145 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/rio-celeste-hiking-sloth-llanos-de-cortez-waterfall-tour.a517438.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![Sloth Watching + Waterfall & Organic Coffee and Chocolate Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46954980/f7f52433-aaf9-4a66-8b3d-99835c6e3297.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sloth Watching + Waterfall & Organic Coffee and Chocolate Tour 10h 10/10 13 reviews Free cancellation available $160 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sloth-tour-in-rainforest-waterfall-organic-coffee-and-chocolate.a46954980.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![Flamingo, Guanacaste All Inclusive Catamaran Snorkel Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2773184/3cf04468-4ed4-4664-9044-9f4d12925d9c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Flamingo, Guanacaste All Inclusive Catamaran Snorkel Adventure 4h 8.8/10 11 reviews Free cancellation available $96 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/flamingo-guanacaste-all-inclusive-catamaran-snorkel-adventure.a2773184.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![Adventure Combo : Zipline, Horseback & Hot Springs](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46948517/d5451409-dba5-4ccc-9e40-021cd5907a59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Adventure Combo : Zipline, Horseback & Hot Springs 10h 10/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available $170 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/adventure-combo-zipline-waterslide-horseback-hot-springs.a46948517.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![ATV or Buggy Guided Tour from Tamarindo, Conchal or Riu Hotels](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2356000/4206e8ad-50cc-4fb6-a95d-c3affaf82dc0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### ATV or Buggy Guided Tour from Tamarindo, Conchal or Riu Hotels 2h 10/10 5 reviews Free cancellation available $90 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/atv-or-buggy-guided-tour-from-tamarindo-or-conchal.a2356000.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![Nicaragua One Day Tour from Costa Rica](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/630757/700ee1a3-c031-4f10-b439-8df00f424150.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nicaragua One Day Tour from Costa Rica 15h+ 9.4/10 12 reviews Free cancellation available $225 includes taxes & fees per traveler [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/nicaragua-one-day-tour-from-costa-rica.a630757.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![Rio Celeste Hiking , Sloth Farm Tour & Waterfall](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46995775/866053b2-c2b6-4e75-8603-197681c8b9ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rio Celeste Hiking , Sloth Farm Tour & Waterfall 10h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available $160 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/rio-celeste-hiking-sloth-farm-tour-waterfall.a46995775.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![Volcano Hike, Waterfall & Hot Springs on Rincon de la Vieja](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/516351/57b1b28c-59bc-4427-a4cc-145e3d06421b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Volcano Hike, Waterfall & Hot Springs on Rincon de la Vieja 6h+ 9.6/10 50 reviews Free cancellation available $135 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/volcano-hike-waterfall-hot-springs-on-rincon-de-la-vieja.a516351.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![Blue Dolphin - Public Catamaran Tour - Tamarindo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/785075/9a296061-97f9-4496-9e8d-b8dd9e8fcd3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Blue Dolphin - Public Catamaran Tour - Tamarindo 4h 30m 7.8/10 7 reviews Free cancellation available $100 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/public-blue-dolphin-sailing-adventure.a785075.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![ATV Beach and Mountain Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/994817/0fe29e4d-c6dd-466a-a982-2cf2fd44193a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### ATV Beach and Mountain Tour 2h 10/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available $99 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/atv-beach-and-mountain-tour.a994817.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ### Water activities [See all 67 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&filter.categories=Wateractivities) ![Marlin Del Rey Sunset Cruise from Tamarindo & Playas del Coco](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/516718/575801c2-46b8-4c50-a54f-f4b4f70facaa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Marlin Del Rey Sunset Cruise from Tamarindo & Playas del Coco 4h 15m 9/10 16 reviews Free cancellation available $165 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/marlin-del-rey-sunset-cruise-from-tamarindo-playas-del-coco.a516718.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![Sunset Catamaran Cruise in Playa Flamingo with Snorkeling](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/860197/479cdee7-cf25-4d3c-87db-449c8746de4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sunset Catamaran Cruise in Playa Flamingo with Snorkeling 4h 10/10 11 reviews Free cancellation available $107 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sunset-catamaran-cruise-in-playa-flamingo-with-snorkeling.a860197.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![Playa Flamingo: Catamaran Tour and Snorkel With Meal](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48378517/c23abeb4-0024-4f44-9aec-8192f840c5f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Playa Flamingo: Catamaran Tour and Snorkel With Meal 4h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available $95 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/playa-flamingo-catamaran-tour-and-snorkel-with-meal.a48378517.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![Tamarindo : Public Sunset Tour by Pacific Lounge Catamaran](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46264640/4bbf4aae-9ea6-4cb9-a203-3b1fdd91157d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tamarindo : Public Sunset Tour by Pacific Lounge Catamaran 5h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available $98 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/tamarindo-pacific-lounge-catamaran-sunset-public-tour.a46264640.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![Tamarindo Mangrove Forest National Park kayaking](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45017845/f44e47e1-89b4-403a-868d-6ec8a9174a62.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tamarindo Mangrove Forest National Park kayaking 2h 30m Free cancellation available $58 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/tamarindo-mangrove-forest-national-park-kayaking.a45017845.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![From Timarouba: Sailing & Snorkeling w/Lunch & Drinks Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47681635/6c9201e3-8391-49f1-b631-db31045b0125.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Timarouba: Sailing & Snorkeling w/Lunch & Drinks Ticket 4h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available $100 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/from-timarouba-sailing-snorkeling-w-lunch-drinks-ticket.a47681635.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![Tamarindo Estuary: Kayak Monkey Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48143439/2ecd3b31-b57a-4fa9-b0cd-b95b316537b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tamarindo Estuary: Kayak Monkey Tour 2h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available $65 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/tamarindo-estuary-kayak-monkey-tour.a48143439.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![Flamingo, Guanacaste: Catamaran Trip with Lunch and Drinks](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46433774/5c7da347-dcbb-4a96-ab79-52c2aa1478b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Flamingo, Guanacaste: Catamaran Trip with Lunch and Drinks 4h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available $100 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/flamingo-guanacaste-catamaran-trip-with-lunch-and-drinks.a46433774.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![Costa Rica Catamaran Tour: Snorkeling, Kayak, Paddleboard & Open Bar](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49652955/af3a17da-dd81-45ce-95b7-bdd155c75175.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Costa Rica Catamaran Tour: Snorkeling, Kayak, Paddleboard & Open Bar 4h Free cancellation available $115 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/1-morning-catamaran-4-hour-all-inclusive-costa-rica-experience.a49652955.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![Costa Rica Sunset Catamaran: Snorkeling, Drinks, Kayak & Fresh Bites](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49835417/fdf4944e-f15a-44b5-94dc-07b719592c68.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Costa Rica Sunset Catamaran: Snorkeling, Drinks, Kayak & Fresh Bites 4h Free cancellation available $125 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sunset-cruise-in-playa-flamingo-4-hours-premium-food-and-drinks.a49835417.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 22 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![From Timarouba: Sailing & Snorkeling w/Lunch & Drinks Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47681635/6c9201e3-8391-49f1-b631-db31045b0125.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Timarouba: Sailing & Snorkeling w/Lunch & Drinks Ticket 4h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available $100 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/from-timarouba-sailing-snorkeling-w-lunch-drinks-ticket.a47681635.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![Tamarindo : Traditional Cooking Class](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47983611/56acf5ad-bf9a-4d49-b318-2afb7b429948.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tamarindo : Traditional Cooking Class 3h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available $95 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/traditional-cooking-class-in-tamarindo.a47983611.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![Surf Lesson in Tamarindo: Private and Group](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48855749/d1e394ff-6ac0-4a42-911e-22e2e1310484.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Surf Lesson in Tamarindo: Private and Group 2h Free cancellation available $50 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/surf-lesson-for-beginners-in-playa-tamarindo.a48855749.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![Culinary Blue Zone Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49637729/ad7156b1-955c-4471-9c9d-4e923fc19021.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Culinary Blue Zone Experience 3h Free cancellation available $139 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/culinary-blue-zone-experience.a49637729.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![Heart Opening Cacao Ceremony](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50745961/3d148e54-a0f9-486a-bf9a-5ae5e8f2726a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Heart Opening Cacao Ceremony 1h Free cancellation available $60 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/heart-opening-cacao-ceremony.a50745961.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![Coffe Tour and Cultural Experience on the Blue zone of Nicoya](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49213329/adc09712-e7e3-4209-9f28-d493aa87f6f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Coffe Tour and Cultural Experience on the Blue zone of Nicoya 6h Free cancellation available $200 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/coffe-tour-and-chorotega-cultural-experience-on-the-blue-zone.a49213329.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![Juice Mixology Workshop in Costa Rica](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49864999/c6906484-e15a-419b-a669-54648711fa41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Juice Mixology Workshop in Costa Rica 2h Free cancellation available $95 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/juice-mixology-workshop-in-costa-rica.a49864999.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![Surf Lessons in Tamarindo With Local Coaches](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46743137/02f10e3d-4ffb-40c1-9e47-e374e7294cfa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Surf Lessons in Tamarindo With Local Coaches 2h Free cancellation available $50 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/surf-lessons-in-tamarindo-with-local-coaches.a46743137.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![Private surf lesson for you/your group in Tamarindo beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46078718/91d63aee-4c57-4239-8765-dfceb78f8846.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private surf lesson for you/your group in Tamarindo beach 2h Free cancellation available $110 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-surf-lesson-for-you-your-group-in-tamarindo-beach.a46078718.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![Private Surf Lesson in Tamarindo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50666655/eed8edd4-50da-427f-bc67-48478332bdcf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Surf Lesson in Tamarindo 2h Free cancellation available $50 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-surf-lesson-in-tamarindo.a50666655.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ### Spa & wellness [See all 5 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&filter.categories=SpaWellness) ![Volcano Hike, Waterfall Swim & Hot Springs Combo on Rincon de la Vieja](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1346542/87e771f0-02a3-4986-ace9-0874f699ab98.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Volcano Hike, Waterfall Swim & Hot Springs Combo on Rincon de la Vieja 12h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available $195 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/volcano-hike-waterfall-swim-hot-springs-combo-on-rincon-de-la-vieja.a1346542.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![Thai Fusion Massage Experience in Tamarindo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47403690/91ad0c9a-1045-425d-83b0-b00342fe6dd7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Thai Fusion Massage Experience in Tamarindo 1h Free cancellation available $100 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/massage-by-arthur.a47403690.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![Buena Vista vandara Hot spring Combo Tour from Tamarindo Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1014061/b50a9138-c32c-4e94-8dc5-3f2e112e5657.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Buena Vista vandara Hot spring Combo Tour from Tamarindo Beach 8h Free cancellation available $206 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/buena-vista-mega-combo-tour-at-rincon-de-la-vieja-volcano-from-tamarindo-beach.a1014061.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![Combo tour: Tubing, Canopy and Hot Spring from Playa Flamingo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1014021/f4592023-ef98-4e23-966c-2dd1b43ca0ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Combo tour: Tubing, Canopy and Hot Spring from Playa Flamingo 7h Free cancellation available $195 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/mega-combo-tour-tubing-canopy-hot-spring-from-playa-flamingo.a1014021.activity-details?&rid=6225491&location=Matapalo&swp=off) ![Sloth Discovery and Hot Springs Tour in Costa Rica](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50656437/766186f5-0ef7-420f-abf3-998a39e539d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sloth Discovery and Hot Springs Tour in Costa Rica 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[Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6225491) ## Recommended things to do in Matapalo | Number of things to do | 220 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Family-Friendly Side by Side Tour – Discover Real Guanacaste](/things-to-do/guanacaste-utv-tour-with-adventure-and-local-culture.a50185228.activity-details): $26 | | Top 5 things to do | [Volcano Hike, Waterfall Swim & Hot Springs Combo on Rincon de la Vieja](/things-to-do/volcano-hike-waterfall-swim-hot-springs-combo-on-rincon-de-la-vieja.a1346542.activity-details)[Volcano Hike, Waterfall & Hot Springs on Rincon de la Vieja](/things-to-do/volcano-hike-waterfall-hot-springs-on-rincon-de-la-vieja.a516351.activity-details)[Blue Dolphin - Public Catamaran Tour - Tamarindo](/things-to-do/public-blue-dolphin-sailing-adventure.a785075.activity-details)[Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth & Llanos de Cortez Waterfall Tour](/things-to-do/rio-celeste-hiking-sloth-llanos-de-cortez-waterfall-tour.a517438.activity-details)[Guachipelin Volcano Adventure Combo Zipline Tubing Horseback Hot Springs](/things-to-do/volcano-adventure-combo-zipline-tubing-horseback-hot-springs.a516099.activity-details) | | Under $25 | | | With kids | [Volcano Hike, Waterfall Swim & Hot Springs Combo on Rincon de la Vieja](/things-to-do/volcano-hike-waterfall-swim-hot-springs-combo-on-rincon-de-la-vieja.a1346542.activity-details)[Volcano Hike, Waterfall & Hot Springs on Rincon de la Vieja](/things-to-do/volcano-hike-waterfall-hot-springs-on-rincon-de-la-vieja.a516351.activity-details)[Blue Dolphin - Public Catamaran Tour - Tamarindo](/things-to-do/public-blue-dolphin-sailing-adventure.a785075.activity-details)[Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth & Llanos de Cortez Waterfall Tour](/things-to-do/rio-celeste-hiking-sloth-llanos-de-cortez-waterfall-tour.a517438.activity-details)[Guachipelin Volcano Adventure Combo Zipline Tubing Horseback Hot Springs](/things-to-do/volcano-adventure-combo-zipline-tubing-horseback-hot-springs.a516099.activity-details) | ## What to do in Matapalo - With kids ### Things to Do in Matapalo with Kids There are loads of sensational experiences in Matapalo that the entire gang will get a buzz out of. These are some of the top [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6225491&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) in the area. - [ATV and SUP Tour from Tamarindo Beach](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/atv-and-sup-tour-from-tamarindo-beach.a1014144.activity-details) - [Tenorio Rain Forest Nature Reserve and Floating Tour](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/tenorio-rain-forest-nature-reserve-and-floating-tour.a1014127.activity-details) - [Dream Chaser The Fun Catamaran in Tamarindo (All inclusive)](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/dream-chaser-the-fun-catamaran-in-tamarindo.a1008985.activity-details) - [Volcano Adventure Sisisi Transfers & Tours Costa Rica](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/volcano-adventure-sisisi-transfers-tours-costa-rica.a2118657.activity-details) --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Matapalo? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Matapalo ![Flamingo Beach featuring landscape views, general coastal views and surf](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071357/9486a209-c553-40a1-a166-55bfeef0421b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Flamingo Beach 4.5/5(342 reviews) Sunbathe on the soft sand, snorkel in the clear ocean water and spy turtles, crocodiles and monkeys at a marine park at this scenic beach. [](https://expedia.com/Flamingo-Beach-Cabo-Velas.d6071357.Vacation-Attraction) ![There is excellent bird and wildlife watching in the park. The nearby Tamarindo Wildlife Refuge, a salt water mangrove estuary, is thick with black-bellied whistling ducks, roseate spoonbills, yellow-crowned night herons, kingfishers and crocodiles. Howler monkeys, raccoons and coatimundis are also frequently spotted.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621555803039/b4f7b1d8-fef6-4aec-af01-aada1cee2174.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Las Baulas National Marine Park 4.5/5(23 reviews) Explore the lovely green spaces of Las Baulas National Marine Park and enjoy the surfing in Playa Grande. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets. [](https://expedia.com/Las-Baulas-National-Marine-Park-Cabo-Velas.d553248621555803039.Vacation-Attraction) #### Reserva Conchal Golf Course 5/5(20 reviews) Play a round of golf in Playa Conchal at Reserva Conchal Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches, or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.com/Reserva-Conchal-Golf-Course-Cabo-Velas.d6229491.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Matapalo ![Tamarindo which includes shopping and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500187/56bea41a-11e0-442d-be42-617f15051116.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tamarindo ![Panoramic aerial view of town of Tamarindo in Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049001/77d5eb0f-6b96-4e4a-8106-5c62db38a7e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Playa Grande ![When I’m at the beach, my goal is to capture an image that you could classify as that “iconic tropical paradise” photo. I think I got it this time. #adventure #beach #sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976658729/35f64750-9cd8-46fe-9642-510da86b800e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cabo Velas ![Playa Dantas - Las Catalinas, Guanacaste, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6350727/34056451-edf3-42f3-b7d1-a4af3f27680c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Playa Conchal ![#Aboveitall view from a trail bike ride in Guanacaste Costa Rica, the view was worth it! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6360648/b919caea-88ca-431f-a66f-f68173ce9093.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tempate ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Matapalo worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Matapalo? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Matapalo? ### Is three days enough to stay in Matapalo? ### What are some activities to do in Matapalo with kids? > - [Volcano Hike, Waterfall Swim & Hot Springs Combo on Rincon de la Vieja](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/volcano-hike-waterfall-swim-hot-springs-combo-on-rincon-de-la-vieja.a1346542.activity-details) > - 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