One Private Day at Hacienda Guachipelín: Zip Lines, Class‑III River Tubing, Horses and Volcanic Hot Springs

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One Private Day at Hacienda Guachipelín: Zip Lines, Class‑III River Tubing, Horses and Volcanic Hot Springs

An 8.5‑hour private full‑day that combines a canyon canopy with rappelling, Class III tubing on the Río Negro, a horseback ride to waterfalls, and time in volcanic thermal waters.

One Private Day at Hacienda Guachipelín: Zip Lines, Class‑III River Tubing, Horses and Volcanic Hot Springs.

Duration
8.5 hours
Location
Liberia
Operator
Guanacaste Tours
Category
River Tube
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

This private full‑day adventure out of Hacienda Guachipelín stitches together four distinct outdoor activities—canyon zip lines with rappelling, a Class III river tubing run on the Río Negro, a guided horseback ride out to nearby waterfalls, and a soak in volcano‑heated thermal waters with steam and a mud bath—balanced with a restaurant lunch at the hacienda.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

Four main activities in one private day
THE PROGRAM

Four main activities in one private day

This is a single private itinerary that combines a canyon canopy (zip line) tour with rappelling, a Class III tubing run, a horseback ride to waterfalls, and time at volcanic hot springs—plus lunch at the hacienda.

Class III tubing on the Río Negro
THE RIVER

Class III tubing on the Río Negro

The day includes a rafting‑level tubing section classified as Class III on the Río Negro, offered as one of the trip’s adrenaline components.

Volcanic hot springs, steam and mud bath
THE RECOVERY

Volcanic hot springs, steam and mud bath

After the active components, the itinerary provides time in volcano‑heated thermal waters with steam and a mud bath to relax and recover, with a restaurant lunch at the hacienda completing the day.

What the day feels like

How the day unfolds

Over roughly 8.5 hours you move from high‑adrenaline moments—zip lines and rappels through a canyon, followed by a Class III tubing run—to a quieter pace on horseback en route to waterfalls, before concluding with thermal pools, steam and a mud bath at the hacienda; lunch is included to refuel between activities.

Four main activities in one private day

THE PROGRAM

Four main activities in one private day

This is a single private itinerary that combines a canyon canopy (zip line) tour with rappelling, a Class III tubing run, a horseback ride to waterfalls, and time at volcanic hot springs—plus lunch at the hacienda.

Class III tubing on the Río Negro

THE RIVER

Class III tubing on the Río Negro

The day includes a rafting‑level tubing section classified as Class III on the Río Negro, offered as one of the trip’s adrenaline components.

Volcanic hot springs, steam and mud bath

THE RECOVERY

Volcanic hot springs, steam and mud bath

After the active components, the itinerary provides time in volcano‑heated thermal waters with steam and a mud bath to relax and recover, with a restaurant lunch at the hacienda completing the day.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this private day is best for, and who should take precautions.

1
Active families (older children)Families with children who meet activity age rules can take part; note the tubing component has specific age limits and footwear requirements.
2
Adventure seekersIdeal for travelers wanting a mix of adrenaline (zip lines, Class III tubing) and outdoor variety in a single private day.
3
Pregnant travelersNot suitable—pregnant women are not allowed on this tour for safety reasons.
4
Travelers without closed‑toe shoesNot a good fit for the tubing portion—closed‑toe shoes are required for tubing.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & duration

This private full‑day experience runs approximately 8.5 hours.

What to bring

Closed‑toe shoes are required for the tubing portion; plan accordingly for footwear.

Meeting point & operator

The private day operates from Hotel Hacienda Guachipelín with arrangements through the local operator.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the Private One Day Adventure Pass?

The experience is an approximately 8.5‑hour private full‑day.

What activities are included?

The day includes a canyon canopy (zip line) tour with rappelling, a Class III tubing run on the Río Negro, a guided horseback ride to nearby waterfalls, and time in volcanic hot springs with steam and a mud bath; lunch at the hacienda is included.

Are there age limits for children?

Children must be 8 years or older to participate in the tubing tour; other activities may have different age considerations—check with the operator.

Are there medical or pregnancy restrictions?

Pregnant women are not allowed on this tour for safety reasons.

Is special footwear required?

Closed‑toe shoes are required for the tubing portion of the day.

Where does the tour start?

The private full‑day adventure operates from Hotel Hacienda Guachipelín.