Is previous climbing or rappelling experience needed?

No prior experience is necessary; guides provide all instruction and equipment for beginners.

What should I wear on the tour?

Wear a swimsuit, quick-drying shorts, a T-shirt, and closed-toe river or running shoes for safety and comfort.

Are safety equipment and guides provided?

Yes, all climbing harnesses, helmets, ropes, and safety gear are provided along with professional guides.

What’s the minimum age for participants?

The tour is suitable for ages 10 and older.

Can I bring a camera?

Cameras can be brought but should be waterproof or securely protected due to wet conditions.

How physically demanding is the tour?

It is challenging and requires moderate fitness and agility to manage rappelling, climbing, and swimming.

Thrilling Waterfall Canyoning Adventure in Rincon de la Vieja, Costa Rica

Set in the rugged landscapes of Rincon de la Vieja, Guanacaste, Costa Rica, the Waterfall Canyoning Tour delivers a pulse-racing 2.5-hour descent through dramatic waterfalls and volcanic terrain. This tour fits perfectly for adventurers aged 10 and up eager to push their limits against an unforgettable natural backdrop. As part of the Guanacaste region, renowned for its volcanic peaks and dry tropical forests, Rincon de la Vieja National Park is a hotspot for outdoor pursuits. The canyoning experience plunges visitors directly into the heart of this wild environment, combining rappelling, rock climbing, and a hair-raising Tarzan pendulum swing through waterfall spray.

Your journey begins with expert guides outfitting you with premium climbing ropes, harnesses, and safety gear tailored for canyon descent. The first rappel leads down a shimmering curtain of water into a clear plunge pool. Next, challenge your skills with a rock climbing section that uses the waterfall’s adjacent rugged rock face for assistance. Following the climb, the adventure continues with a second rappel, each one unveiling new angles of the canyon’s volcanic rock formations carved over millennia.

The finale is a thrilling swing through the waterfall—a true Tarzan moment—propelling you into a cool pool below, an invigorating reward after the adrenaline surge. This tour unites physical challenge and natural splendor uniquely tailored to Guanacaste’s volcanic geology, where the interplay of basalt and andesite creates vertical walls and watercourses rarely accessible otherwise.

What makes this experience stand out is the combination of expert-led safety and the raw atmosphere of a Costa Rican volcanic wilderness. Rincon de la Vieja is not only a natural marvel but also a hub for local biodiversity, home to howler monkeys, toucans, and vibrant tropical plants. Travelers staying in Liberia, the nearest city, can easily arrange transfers and explore the surrounding region’s hot springs, wildlife sanctuaries, and hiking trails.

This canyoning tour is an ideal half-day trip for thrill-seekers who want to dive into Costa Rica’s adventurous spirit without committing to a full day. Besides adrenaline, it offers a refreshing swim and close encounters with nature’s power. Whether a seasoned climber or a confident beginner with a taste for excitement, this guided descent sets the standard for volcanic canyoning adventures in Central America—where volcanic energy, lush greenery, and cascading waters converge.

About Hacienda Guachipelin

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.