Vandara Hot Springs & Adventure Tour in Rincón de la Vieja from Tamarindo

If you want volcanic hot springs, jungle adventure and a waterfall all in one day, the Vandara tour at Rincón de la Vieja is one of the best day trips from Tamarindo. Here's everything you need to know.

What is Vandara?

Vandara is a private nature reserve on the slopes of Rincón de la Vieja volcano, about 2 hours from Tamarindo. Its natural volcanic hot springs, dry tropical forest and hidden waterfall make it a favourite full-day adventure in Guanacaste.

Explorer or Nature: which tour should you choose?

Our Vandara Explorer or Nature tour lets you pick your pace. The Explorer option packs in more adrenaline, with ziplining over the canopy and horseback riding. The Nature option is gentler, with forest walks, wildlife spotting and the waterfall. Both finish with a relaxing soak in the volcanic hot springs.

What you'll do

• Soak in natural volcanic hot springs

• Zipline over the dry tropical forest

• Ride horses through the volcano's foothills

• Visit a hidden jungle waterfall

• Spot monkeys, coatis and tropical birds

What's included

Round-trip transport from Tamarindo, the activities for your chosen tour and access to the hot springs. Ask us about meals when you book.

How much does the Vandara tour cost?

The Vandara Explorer or Nature tour from Tamarindo starts from $165 per person, including transport.

What to bring

• Swimsuit and towel for the hot springs

• Closed-toe shoes and long pants for riding and ziplining

• A change of clothes

• Sunscreen, insect repellent and a camera

More Rincón de la Vieja adventures

Love the volcano? Try the Buena Vista 12-in-1 combo tour or hike to the turquoise La Leona waterfall.

Book your Vandara tour from Tamarindo

Book directly with Ohana Rental & Tours for pickup in Tamarindo and a local team on WhatsApp. Book your Vandara hot springs tour here.