Costa Rica Tours from Liberia
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10 best Costa Rica tour packages from Liberia
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- Ultimate Escape
- Beaches and Nature with Santa Teresa
- Beaches and Nature with Santa Teresa, Self-drive
Mystic Waterfalls & Forests Of Costa Rica
9 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“For a first timer in CR, this was a great tour for an active vacation! Rincon de la Vieja was great!”
Nancy, traveled in February
The 8-day Costa Rican circuit starts in Liberia, winding through Rincon de la Vieja's hot springs and mud baths. The route continues to Monteverde Cloud Forest for nocturnal wildlife viewing, crosses Lake Arenal to La Fortuna's hanging bridges and waterfalls, before reaching San Jose, covering 130km in 3 hours.
Duration 8 days Destinations Liberia, Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park, Monteverde, Arenal Volcano National Park, San Jose Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator Destination Services Costa Rica From $2,911
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Exotic Costa Rica
9 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We learned so much and enjoyed meeting everyone, especially Carlos, Freddy, Hector, and Kevin.”
Nanct, traveled in January
The 8-day Costa Rican route spans 700km from Liberia Airport. The path leads through Rincon de la Vieja (35km, 1hr), Bijagua (100km, 2hrs), Monteverde (110km, 3hrs), Manuel Antonio (190km, 4hrs), before returning to Liberia (270km, 4.5hrs). Air-conditioned private transfers provided.
Duration 8 days Destinations Liberia, Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park, Bijagua, Monteverde, Manuel Antonio National Park Age Range 10 to 99 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator Destination Services Costa Rica From $3,988
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Mountains & Beaches in Costa Rica
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Everything was well organized and the hotels were of a very good standing. I would recommend this agency.”
Lucille, traveled in January
The 7-day Costa Rican circuit connects 3 major destinations from Liberia. Private transfers link Liberia International Airport to Rincon de La Vieja mountain area (45 minutes) and Tamarindo Beach (2 hours). The route highlights Guanacaste's volcanic terrain and Pacific shores.
Duration 7 days Destinations Liberia, Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park, Playa Tamarindo Age Range up to 75 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator Green World Adventures From $3,371
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Costa Rica: Beaches, Wildlife & Wild Times
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was enjoyable to have a guide native to Costa Rica. I don't think we could have had a better guide!”
Emily, traveled in February
A 6-day Pacific coast tour covers 170km from Liberia. Private vehicles connect Poza Los Coyotes' turquoise pools, Nosara's laid-back beaches, and vibrant Playa Tamarindo. Transfers between destinations take 2-3 hours daily.
Duration 6 days Destinations Liberia, Nosara, Playa Tamarindo Age Range 18 to 35 year olds Operator G Adventures From $979
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A 6-day Costa Rican expedition connects 3 key destinations from Liberia. A 90-minute transfer reaches Rincón de la Vieja National Park for 3 days of volcanic landscapes, followed by a 2-hour journey to pristine Playa Flamingo. Private vehicles connect all locations.
Duration 6 days Destinations Liberia, Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park, Playa Flamingo Age Range 12 to 90 year olds Operator G Adventures From $2,159
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This 8-day Costa Rican adventure covers 150km from Liberia to Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park and coastal conservation areas. Private transfers connect turtle nesting beaches and Rio Colorado's tubing adventures.
Duration 8 days Destinations Liberia, Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park Age Range 6 to 75 year olds Operator Discover Corps From
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A scenic 8-day route connects 3 distinct Costa Rican destinations from Liberia. The path leads from Hilton Garden Inn through the Guanacaste Mountain range to Arenal Paraiso, concluding at Tamarindo Diria. Ground transfers link Daniel Oduber Airport, La Fortuna, and Guanacaste beaches.
Duration 8 days Destinations Liberia, Arenal Volcano National Park, Playa Tamarindo Age Range 12 to 80 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator Central American Tours From
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Ultimate Escape
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The variety of plants and animals exceeded our wildest expectations and left us wanting more!”
Wendy, traveled in November
An 11-day Costa Rican circuit covers 885km from Liberia Airport. The route extends to Rincon de la Vieja (35km), Arenal (150km), Sarapiqui (130km), Tortuguero (85km), San Jose (135km), Vara Blanca (55km), Herradura Beach (120km), and back to Liberia (200km).
Duration 11 days Destinations Liberia, Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park, Arenal Volcano National Park, Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui, Tortuguero National Park, San Jose, Braulio Carillo National Park, Herradura Age Range 10 to 99 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator Destination Services Costa Rica From $4,189
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Beaches and Nature with Santa Teresa
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Accommodation ranged from good to excellent. The itinerary was great.”
Gary, traveled in January
The 15-day Costa Rican circuit runs 85km to Tamarindo Beach from Liberia, continuing through Samara (110km), Santa Teresa, San Jose, Tortuguero National Park, Sarapiqui, Arenal Volcano, and Monteverde Cloud Forest. Shared transfers and boats return to Liberia after 130km from Monteverde.
Duration 15 days Destinations Liberia, Playa Tamarindo, Samara, Playa Santa Teresa, San Jose, Tortuguero National Park, Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui, Arenal Volcano National Park, Monteverde Age Range 10 to 99 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator Destination Services Costa Rica From $5,419
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Beaches and Nature with Santa Teresa, Self-drive
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The trip was well laid out, and we enjoyed every moment. The self drive part worked out very well.”
Mabel, traveled in December
A 15-day Costa Rican odyssey covers 890km from Liberia. Rental car access from Tamarindo Beach to Monteverde Cloud Forest, with boat transfers in Tortuguero National Park. Highlights include Santa Teresa's surf beaches, Arenal Volcano, and Sarapiqui's rainforests.
Duration 15 days Destinations Liberia, Playa Tamarindo, Samara, Playa Santa Teresa, San Jose, Tortuguero National Park, Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui, Arenal Volcano National Park, Monteverde Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Destination Services Costa Rica From $4,326
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What our customers ask about Costa Rica Tours from Liberia
What destinations after starting in Liberia?
From Liberia travelers often head to Rincon de la Vieja National Park located 35km away (1-hour drive) or Tamarindo Beach 85km away (1.5-hour drive). Tour accommodation ranges from Hacienda Guachipelin near the national park to beachfront properties like the Wyndham Tamarindo. As one TourRadar traveler notes: "I loved Hacienda Guachipelin - it was very pretty with large rooms nice bathrooms and a lovely veranda in front of each room plus great open-air dining areas for the included breakfast buffet."
What wildlife can typically be seen around Liberia area at the start of tours?
The area surrounding Liberia especially near Rincon de la Vieja provides frequent sightings of howler monkeys white-faced monkeys and coatis. Visitors can spot over 300 species of birds along with iguanas in their natural habitat. According to a TourRadar review: "The guides in the national parks were amazing at spotting wildlife - seeing resplendent quetzals and sloths was a real thrill."
What accommodation options are available for the first night after arriving in Liberia?
First-night stays come in three tiers: standard 3-star properties like Cañón de la Vieja superior 4-star options such as Hacienda Guachipelin or deluxe 5-star resorts like Tamarindo Diria. Many locations feature hot springs and volcanic mud baths. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The rooms at Hacienda Guachipelin were large with nice verandas and the hotel offered great facilities including hot springs and multiple dining options."
What transportation options are provided from Liberia Airport to the first destination?
Tours provide air-conditioned vehicles with English-speaking drivers for both private and shared transfers. Travel times range from 35 minutes to Rincon de la Vieja to 90 minutes for Tamarindo Beach. One TourRadar traveler noted: "The same driver picked us up at the airport in Liberia drove us to Hacienda Guachipelin then to Tamarindo Beach and back to the airport - very convenient and professional service."
What weather should I expect when starting my tour in Liberia?
Liberia sits in Guanacaste province Costa Rica's "sunny side" with a dry tropical climate. Daily temperatures typically fall between 75-95°F (24-35°C). As shared by a TourRadar traveler: "Weather was hot and humid in the Guanacaste region so pack accordingly and bring plenty of water."
What are the best months to start a tour from Liberia considering weather conditions?
December through April marks the dry season offering the most reliable weather for starting tours from Liberia. These months provide clear conditions for volcano hikes at Rincon de la Vieja and beach activities in Tamarindo. A TourRadar traveler reports: "The weather was perfect during our December visit making both the volcano hikes and beach time extremely enjoyable."