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Dive into adventure with the Rio Negro Tubing trip in Costa Rica’s Guanacaste region. Ride horseback through forest trails then splash down 5 km of lively rapids, all set in lush, untamed tropical surroundings that promise thrills for beginners and nature lovers alike.
Dive into adventure with the Rio Negro Tubing trip in Costa Rica’s Guanacaste region. Ride horseback through forest trails then splash down 5 km of lively rapids, all set in lush, untamed tropical surroundings that promise thrills for beginners and nature lovers alike.
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Operated by Hacienda Guachipelin · Liberia, Provincia de Guanacaste
moderate.
2–3 hours.
Moderate physical fitness recommended; comfortable walking and horseback riding skills help, plus ability to handle mild rapids while tubing.
Children must be at least 8 years old to participate in the Rio Negro Tubing Adventure.
Yes, the tubes are specially designed for safety with handles and protective bottoms, and expert guides accompany you throughout the trip.
Bring a swimsuit, water-friendly shoes, insect repellent, waterproof sunscreen, a hat, a change of clothes, and optionally a waterproof camera.
Yes, Liberia is the closest city and a convenient base for this adventure in Guanacaste.
No previous experience is necessary; the trip is suitable for all skill levels with guidance provided.
The rapids are class 2 and 3, offering moderate challenges suitable for intermediate participants and beginners under guide supervision.
The Rio Negro flows through Guanacaste, a province shaped by its cattle ranching heritage and protected forest areas.
Operators emphasize low-impact tourism, using biodegradable products and maintaining clean rivers to preserve the environment.
Hacienda Guachipelin is an adventure and wellness destination located in Liberia, Provincia de Guanacaste, Costa Rica. The property operates a wide range of guided tours, private excursions, and spa services centered around Rincón de la Vieja National Park and nearby natural attractions. Guests can choose canopy and canyoning adventures, horseback rides to waterfalls, multi-length hikes to Las Pailas, La Oropéndola, La Cangreja and Las Chorreras, river tubing, mountain biking, and bird watching. Spa and thermal offerings include Simbiosis Spa, Río Negro hot springs and mud baths, volcanic mud treatments, magnesium massages, facials, body exfoliation, and specialized masks and wraps. Many experiences are available as private or group options, including private canyon canopy tours, private horseback rides, private hikes, and private river tubing adventures. Multi-activity passes such as one-day nature and adventure passes combine waterfall visits, hot springs, and lunch options for full-day itineraries. Hacienda Guachipelin lists duration-flexible experiences from short spa treatments (45 minutes) to longer outings like a 5.5-hour horseback riding half-day tour. The business provides entrance and combo packages for popular sites—Oropéndola, Chorreras and Victoria waterfalls—and offers equipment rentals such as mountain bikes. All descriptions and offerings correspond to the tours, thermal experiences, and spa services available at the Hacienda. Information is presented to help travelers select hiking routes, canopy tours, horseback excursions, tubing trips, and restorative spa treatments in Liberia, Guanacaste. Booking options include private and group reservations, and the property lists entrance fees and combo lunches for select waterfall and hot spring visits via Hacienda channels.
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