Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Top 5 Tips Before Your Day Tour in Flamingo

1. Book Early in High Season
Day tours in Flamingo and Guanacaste are very popular from December–April and again in July–August. Secure your spot in advance, especially for fishing charters and catamaran cruises.
2. Pack for Both Sun and Adventure
Costa Rica’s sun is strong. Please bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat. If you’re headed inland for waterfalls or zip lines, add sturdy shoes, light layers, and a reusable water bottle.
3. Bring Swimwear Everywhere
Even if you’re not on a beach tour, many Guanacaste adventures include waterfalls, hot springs, or surprise swim stops. Having a swimsuit handy ensures you don’t miss out.
4. Carry a Small Amount of Cash for Extras
While most tours include essentials, small cash tips for guides and drivers are appreciated, and some rural stops may not accept cards.
5. Stay Flexible and Enjoy the Ride
Weather in Costa Rica can change quickly. If plans adjust, it often leads to unexpected highlights like wildlife sightings, hidden beaches, or a rainbow over the Pacific.

Helpful Info & FAQs

We specialize in day tours and short adventures around Playa Flamingo, the string of lovely beaches on the North Pacific coast, as well the adventures further inland across the greater Guanacaste Province. Popular activities include zip line canopy tours, sunset catamaran cruises, fishing charters, waterfall and hot spring excursions, guided hiking, ATV and horseback riding tours, and wildlife encounters. We can also design longer custom itineraries across Costa Rica.
Many of our tours depart directly from Marina Flamingo or around the nearby Flamingo Beach. For inland adventures like waterfalls or volcanoes, we provide pickup service or meet at a designated meeting point.
Tours generally need to be booked in advance, especially those that require a specified pick-up time. Space is more limited during the high season (December–April and July–August). Some activities, like fishing charters and catamaran cruises, often sell out quickly. Availability cannot be guaranteed on all tours and dates.
Yes! Many activities are great for kids and families, including catamaran cruises, wildlife hikes, and horseback riding on the beach. Minimum age requirements apply for zip lining, ATVs, and certain adventure tours.
- Comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes for hiking, zip lining, or ATVs
- Swimwear, sunscreen, and a hat for beach or catamaran tours
- A reusable water bottle (we encourage reducing plastic waste)
- Camera or phone for photos (waterproof case recommended)
Absolutely. We only work with experienced, certified guides and operators who use high-quality equipment and follow strict safety protocols. Life jackets, helmets, and harnesses are provided where required.
Yes. Many of our excursions can be customized as private experiences, whether it’s a private fishing charter, a family-only ATV ride, or a custom catamaran outing.
Yes. We can arrange hotel pickups and drop-offs throughout Flamingo, Potrero, Tamarindo, and the surrounding area. For custom itineraries, we can also provide private transfers across Costa Rica.
Tours operate rain or shine, but for safety reasons some may be rescheduled in the event of strong winds, heavy rain, or rough seas. If we need to cancel due to weather, we’ll work with you to rebook.
Bookings can be made securely through our online reservation system, or at our office above JP’s Bar & Grill by Marina Flamingo. Most major credit cards are accepted.
Yes. Flamingo Expeditions is committed to responsible tourism. We work with local guides, partner with Costa Rican-owned businesses, and support conservation and community initiatives in Guanacaste.