Title: Things to Do in Sámara in 2026 | Expedia.com [Sámara Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Samara.dx601385)[Hotels in Sámara](https://expedia.com/Samara-Hotels.d601385.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Sámara](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Samara.d601385.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Sámara](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Samara.d601385.Car-Rental-Guide)[Sámara Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Samara.d601385.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Sámara ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Sámara Types of activities [Sámara Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Smara.dx601385) ![Abendhimmel in Samara, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601385/fa0d48d5-ea61-4f1d-89eb-1073fa84b3f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Abendhimmel in Samara, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601385/fa0d48d5-ea61-4f1d-89eb-1073fa84b3f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Idyllic Samara Beach Panorama, Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601385/663de071-beef-47f7-aea6-a40076a15d75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beach scene in Costa Rica with boat in foreground](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601385/cde1c72a-91e3-4986-ae83-4634e62e98a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Small Village, beautiful sunsets and sunrises.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601385/88edb6d1-b561-4c7d-9d51-d9a3aa9d93b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Samara Attractions It's not surprising that so many tourists keep coming back to Samara again and again. This appealing city is full of things to do. Whether you're fond of exploring tourist attractions or having a go at more thrilling activities, you won't have a dull moment here. Discover the sights of Samara with some popular [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=601385&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips), or try out our list of {34 fun activities in Samara [fun activities in Samara](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=601385&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)}. 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[Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_601385) ## Recommended things to do in Sámara | Number of things to do | 34 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Punta Islita: Guided Nature Walk, Surfing and Kayak](/things-to-do/punta-islita-guided-nature-walk-surfing-and-kayak.a51904444.activity-details): $25 | | Top 5 things to do | [Jungle and Beach Horseback Riding Tour - 2H 1/2](/things-to-do/jungle-and-beach-horseback-riding-tour-2h-1-2.a1244891.activity-details)[ATV Mountain & Beach Tour](/things-to-do/atv-mountain-beach-tour.a2869108.activity-details)[Nosara: Traditional Costa Rican Cooking Class and Meal](/things-to-do/nosara-traditional-costa-rican-cooking-class-and-meal.a48335581.activity-details)[Coffee Plantation Visit and Tasting Activity in Costa Rica](/things-to-do/coffee-plantation-visit-and-tasting-activity-in-costa-rica.a46557743.activity-details)[Sailboat Adventure in Nosara](/things-to-do/nosara-catamaran-charter.a49463217.activity-details) | | Under $25 | | | With kids | [Jungle and Beach Horseback Riding Tour - 2H 1/2](/things-to-do/jungle-and-beach-horseback-riding-tour-2h-1-2.a1244891.activity-details)[Sailboat Adventure in Nosara](/things-to-do/nosara-catamaran-charter.a49463217.activity-details)[2-Hour Cooking Class in Nosara](/things-to-do/2-hour-cooking-class-in-nosara.a45021790.activity-details)[Epic surf-lessons at beautiful Samara beach.](/things-to-do/surf-lessons-playa-tamarindo.a5005018.activity-details)[Sea Turtle Nesting and Hatching Tour Samara and Carrillo](/things-to-do/sea-turtle-nesting-and-hatching-tour-samara-and-carrillo.a50735321.activity-details) | ## What to do in Sámara - For free - With kids ### Free Things to Do in Samara Leave your purse in the hotel. It's easy to have a blast in Samara without surrendering a penny. **Samara Beach** \- Read a great book or listen to a popular playlist while you're soaking up those rays. ### Things to Do in Samara with Kids There are lots of amazing experiences in Samara that the whole gang will enjoy. These are some of the best [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=601385&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) in the area. - [Mangrove Kayak](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/mangrove-kayak.a2071939.activity-details) - [Dry Forest Nature Hike by Tico Trails](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/surfing-lessons-with-certified-instructor.a1005497.activity-details) - [Safari Horse Riding Tour](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/safari-horse-riding-tour.a2103999.activity-details) - [Safari & Buenavista Beach Horse Riding Tour](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/safari-buenavista-beach-horse-riding-tour.a2104002.activity-details) --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Sámara? [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 Sámara ![A view of the beach in samara, costa rica ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071369/995722ac-1f6f-44c7-bca5-9e452a8bc0cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Samara Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Samara Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Sámara. Wander the seaside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Samara-Beach-Samara.d6071369.Vacation-Attraction) ![The beautiful Playa Barrigona, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635997364862/65a746a4-e538-482d-bd5b-dacaede977da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Playa Barrigona Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Barrigona during your trip to Barco Quebrado? [](https://expedia.com/Playa-Barrigona-Samara.d553248635997364862.Vacation-Attraction) #### Playa Barco Quebrado Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Barco Quebrado during your trip to Barco Quebrado? [](https://expedia.com/Playa-Barco-Quebrado-Barco-Quebrado.d553248635997364945.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 Sámara ![Nosara beach panoramic at sunset, Nicoya peninsula, Guanacaste, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2585/e6bea157-aa8c-4479-9841-36d5a0093376.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Nosara ![Playa Carillo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071367/6b5c09bd-bb21-48e7-a7c0-31ea81f7420e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Puerto Carrillo ![Playa Garza Palm and Driftwood Fence](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6035422/061d4da8-dd66-4459-9bf5-6f7183f27272.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Garza ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sámara worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Sámara? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Sámara? ### Is three days enough to stay in Sámara? ### What are some activities to do in Sámara with kids? > - [Jungle and Beach Horseback Riding Tour - 2H 1/2](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/jungle-and-beach-horseback-riding-tour-2h-1-2.a1244891.activity-details) > - [Sailboat Adventure in Nosara](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/nosara-catamaran-charter.a49463217.activity-details) > - [2-Hour Cooking Class in Nosara](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/2-hour-cooking-class-in-nosara.a45021790.activity-details) > - [Epic surf-lessons at beautiful Samara beach.](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/surf-lessons-playa-tamarindo.a5005018.activity-details) > - [Sea Turtle Nesting and Hatching Tour Samara and Carrillo](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/sea-turtle-nesting-and-hatching-tour-samara-and-carrillo.a50735321.activity-details) ### What to do in Sámara for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Sámara? ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Lodging - Flights - Packages - Cars - Vacation Rentals - Other - [Hotels near Samara Beach ](https://www.expedia.com/Samara-Beach-Hotels.0-l6071369-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - 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