UTV Tours in Tamarindo: Off-Road Jungle & Beach Adventure Guide

If you want adventure, mud and hidden beaches in one tour, a UTV tour near Tamarindo is hard to beat. You drive your own side-by-side buggy along backcountry trails, through river crossings and down to beaches most visitors never see. Here's everything you need to know.

What is a UTV tour?

A UTV (utility terrain vehicle), also called a side-by-side, is an off-road buggy with seats next to each other, a steering wheel and a roll cage. Unlike an ATV, you sit side by side, so it's perfect for couples, families and friends who want to ride together.

Where does the UTV tour go?

Our Jungle & Beach UTV Tour is a private guided ride through the dry tropical forest and backroads near Playa Conchal, with stops at secluded beaches like Pirates Bay, Playa Minas and Playa Puerto Viejo. Expect dirt trails, river crossings, ocean views and plenty of photo stops. The tour lasts about 2.5 hours.

How much does a UTV tour cost in Tamarindo?

Our private UTV tour is priced per vehicle, not per person, starting from $255 for a UTV seating 1 to 4 people, plus tax. Round-trip transport from Tamarindo is included, so there's nothing else to arrange.

Who can drive?

Drivers need a valid driver's license. Passengers of most ages can ride along, which makes the UTV a great family adventure. Your guide gives you a full briefing and leads the way the whole time.

UTV or ATV?

Choose a UTV if you want to ride together, have kids, or prefer a steering wheel and seatbelts. Choose our Jungle & Beach ATV Tour if you want your own quad and a more hands-on ride.

What to bring

• Clothes you don't mind getting muddy

• Closed-toe shoes

• Sunglasses or goggles and a bandana for dust

• Sunscreen, water and a camera

• Your driver's license

Best time of year

UTV tours run all year. The dry season brings dust and big views, while the green season brings mud, lush jungle and fuller rivers, which many riders say is even more fun.

Book your Tamarindo UTV tour

Book directly with Ohana Rental & Tours for transport from your hotel and a local team on WhatsApp. Book your Jungle & Beach UTV Tour here.