About: This company offers 3 different horseback riding tours that vary in length and visit either 1, 2 or 3 different beaches. The longest tour includes a stop at a restaurant for lunch, though lunch is not included. The shorter tours also can include stops for snacks, though again, they are not included. Province: Guanacaste…
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Horsejungle
About: This company offers various horseback riding tours that range in length from 1-5 hours. The tours include sections of jungle, river, and beach, with the longer tours including lunch. The horses are tame and well-trained so that even inexperienced and young riders feel comfortable. There are opportunities to trot or even run with the…
Samara Hikes
Options for hikes in Samara:
Reserva El Toledo
About: This agroforestry reserve is focused on education and research opportunities for university students, but also offers hiking trails for visitors. They also have a restaurant and overnight accommodations. Province: Guanacaste Starting from: Samara Time to reach from starting location: 55 minutes Time needed for activity: 2+ hours Kid friendly: Yes Wheelchair accessible: No What…
Nosara Biological Reserve
About: This reserve offers hiking trails and is accessed through the Lagarta Lodge, which charges an entrance fee. Due to its proximity to the ocean and a river, the trails can get very muddy during rainy season. They are not well-maintained and not well-marked. There is a long flight of stairs going down, and since…
Monte Alto Natural Reserve
About: This reserve offers several well-maintained hiking trails through the rainforest, many of which are short and family friendly, with one longer hike that leads to a viewpoint. They also have rustic accommodations for overnight stays. Province: Guanacaste Starting from: Samara Time to reach from starting location: 56 minutes Time needed for activity: 3+ hours…
Cerro La Cruz
About: This is a great hike to the top of a lone hill, allowing 360 degree views at the top. It is moderately short but steep, at 1.5 kilometers long. It is a little long to be a pit stop, but if you arrive early enough or don’t have a long drive, it could work….
Bioparque Marcel Schaerer
About: This is a relatively easy trail with small hills, great for getting some exercise and variety from days at the beach. Province: Guanacaste Starting from: Samara Time to reach from starting location: 52 minutes Time needed for activity: 2 hours Kid friendly: Yes Wheelchair accessible: No What to wear and bring: Comfortable clothes, walking…
Samara Golf Cart Rentals
Options for golf cart rentals in Samara:
Limo Dan
About: This rental company offers electric and gas 4- and 6-seater golf cart options, as well as various car rental options including SUVs, mid-size, and economy cars, with a 3-day minimum for all vehicles. Pickup and dropoff is at their Nosara rental location only, as delivery is not included. They also offer airport shuttles to…