Combine adrenaline and relaxation with a guided water-tubing run through volcanic river chutes followed by hot springs, mud baths and botanical gardens near Rincón de la Vieja. This full-day trip from Tamarindo mixes two hours of tubing with thermal pools and a local lunch.
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Steam rises off mineral pools as the bus drops you at a jungle edge and the river calls you forward — a braided blue ribbon that dares you to drop into its current. Water tubing here is fast and playful: short rapids, chutes carved through volcanic rock, and quick swims between calmer runs that let the forest close in.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
9–10 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness required; must be able to swim and handle short hikes on uneven ground.
Wildlife
History
Volcanic activity from Rincón de la Vieja has shaped local geology for millennia; the area also holds historical routes used by ranchers and indigenous communities.
Conservation
Operations often emphasize low-impact visits and botanical preservation; stick to trails and avoid sunscreen or lotions that may contaminate pools.
Reserve your spot on the Water Tubing and Hot Springs Adventure by Rincon de la Vieja from Tamarindo today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Be a competent swimmer
Wear a lifejacket and be prepared to swim short stretches; guides expect participants to be comfortable in currents.
Bring quick-dry layers
Pack a change of clothes and water shoes to switch cleanly from river to hot springs and botanical walks.
Protect against sun and rain
Use reef-safe sunscreen and carry a lightweight rain jacket—tropical showers are common year-round.
Secure valuables
Use provided lockers or leave valuables in the transport; a refundable deposit may be required for towels/lockers.
Water shoes
Protect feet on rocky riverbeds and slippery pool edges.
Swimsuit & quick-dry change
Easy transition between tubing and hot-springs facilities.
Light rain jacket
Useful for sudden tropical showers, especially in the wet season.
summer
Insect repellent & reef-safe sunscreen
Keep bugs at bay and protect skin while staying eco-friendly.