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ATV Tour for Couples in Guanacaste: Plan Your Curubandé Adventure

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ATV Tour for Couples in Guanacaste: Plan Your Curubandé Adventure

Looking for an ATV tour for couples in Guanacaste? At Finca Curubanda, your adventure begins in Curubandé, near Rincón de la Vieja Volcano. Together, you can explore local communities, cross small streams and stop at scenic viewpoints on a guided ride through the countryside.

Before booking, you probably want to know what the route is like, whether you need experience and how much the day will cost for two people. This guide covers those details, plus options for adding La Leona Waterfall and lunch.


What to Expect on Your ATV Tour for Couples in Guanacaste

The ATV route takes approximately 1hour and 40 minutes and begins and ends in Curubandé. Allow additional time for check-in, instructions and practice before departure.


For couples who both want to drive, booking two individual ATVs gives each person their own vehicle while following the same guide. You experience the terrain at the controls, regroup during stops and enjoy the views together.


Along the way, our guide pauses to check how you are feeling and how the ATV is handling.

These stops also provide time to explain the next section, answer questions and take photos.


The experience suits couples who enjoy outdoor activities and want to spend part of their trip exploring the countryside around Rincón de la Vieja.


  • Finca Curubanda office and meeting point for ATV tours in Curubandé.
  • Group of ATV riders ready to depart from Finca Curubanda in Curubandé.
  • Reception area at Finca Curubanda where visitors check in for their tours.
  • ATV rider crossing a shallow stream along the route through Curubandé.
  • ATV riders crossing a stream one at a time behind their guide.
  • ATV riders crossing a stream one at a time behind their guide.

Explore Curubandé, Buena Vista and Cañas Dulces

Our circular route leaves Curubandé and passes through local communities such as Buena Vista and Cañas Dulces before returning to the starting point.


The landscape changes as you ride. Rural roads, small streams and viewpoints give you a closer look at this part of Guanacaste, with stops that let you enjoy more than the view from your ATV.


Depending on conditions and the guide’s assessment, the itinerary may also include a crossing of Río Blanco, known for its distinctive blue tones.


The exact route can change with weather, water levels and trail conditions. A particular river crossing or viewpoint is not guaranteed on every departure.


At designated stops, take a moment to look around, get a photo together and ask your guide about the area. Keep phones and cameras secured while operating the ATV.


  • ATV riders crossing a stream one at a time behind their guide.
  • Visitors stopped with their ATVs beside a river during the tour.
  • ATV riders following a mountain road through the Guanacaste countryside.
  • ATV riders travelling through a local community near Curubandé.
  • ATV rider navigating a rocky section of the guided off-road route.

Your First ATV Ride: Instructions and Practice

If either of you has never driven an ATV, tell us when reserving. Knowing your experience helps our team prepare for your visit and discuss whether the tour is suitable.


Before departure, the guide explains the controls and demonstrates the basic techniques you will use along the route, including:


  • Starting, accelerating and braking.

  • Steering and turning.

  • Approaching uphill and downhill sections.

  • Maintaining an appropriate distance from other vehicles.

  • Following the guide’s signals and instructions.


You then have time to practice. The guide assesses each participant’s ability to control the vehicle before joining the route.


Previous experience and confidence can differ within a couple. If one person does not want to drive, contact Finca Curubanda before booking to discuss suitable alternatives and confirm the driving requirements.


How Much Does an ATV Adventure for Two Cost?

An individual ATV costs US$95 before the additional 6% charge.

For two people who each want to drive, the booking includes two individual ATVs:


For two people who each want to drive, the booking includes two individual ATVs:

Booking

Base price

Additional 6% charge

Total

One individual ATV

US$95.00

US$5.70

US$100.70

Two individual ATVs

US$130.00

US$7.80

US$137.80

The total for two individual ATVs is US$137.80 with the stated 6% charge included.


This covers the ATV experience described below. Waterfall visits, lunch and other activities are additional unless included in your confirmed package.


Contact our team with your preferred date and number of participants to confirm availability and the final booking total.


What Is Included in Your Tour?

Your guided ATV experience with Finca Curubanda includes:

  • An ATV for each booked driver.

  • A local guide.

  • Helmet and tour safety equipment.

  • Instructions and a practice session before departure.

  • Drinking water.

  • Parking at our office.

  • Lockers.

  • A small bag for personal belongings during the ride.


For your visit, wear comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes that can get wet or dirty. Secure loose belongings before departure.


If you plan to continue to La Leona Waterfall, bring swimwear and a dry change of clothes for afterward.


Add La Leona Waterfall and Lunch


You can book the ATV ride on its own or turn your visit into a longer adventure with a waterfall hike and a meal.

These are the base prices for optional additions:

Add-on

Per person

For two people

Lunch

US$10

US$20

La Leona Waterfall

US$35

US$70

La Leona Waterfall + lunch

US$40

US$80

Adding La Leona Waterfall and lunch together saves US$5 per person compared with adding them separately. Confirm the final package total, including applicable charges, before paying.


The waterfall visit adds a different kind of adventure to your day. After the ATV experience, you explore on foot with a guide, following the route selected for your group.


Reaching La Leona involves a final passage through the water with a life jacket and a fixed support rope. Let us know about your comfort in the water before booking so we can explain the experience and help you plan.


River tubing combinations are also available by request. Our team can confirm a suitable schedule and the price for the activities you want to include.

  • La Leona Waterfall inside the canyon in Curubandé, an optional visit to combine with an ATV tour.
  • Visitors following a forest trail toward La Leona Waterfall in Curubandé.
  • Visitors enjoying La Leona Waterfall during a guided hike with Finca Curubanda.
  • Visitors crossing the river with their guide on the hike to La Leona Waterfall.
  • Visitors wearing life jackets and using a fixed rope to reach La Leona Waterfall.
  • 1. Costa Rican lunch available as an add-on to the ATV and La Leona Waterfall experience.

Departure Times and How to Book


Suggested ATV departure times are:


  • Morning: 8:00, 9:00, 10:00 or 11:00 a.m.

  • Afternoon: 1:00, 2:00 or 3:00 p.m.


A morning departure is a practical option if you want to add La Leona Waterfall, lunch or another activity afterward. An afternoon ride may work well if the ATV experience is your main plan.


Departure times are subject to availability and operating conditions. We recommend reserving in advance and confirming your meeting time before travelling.


To arrange your ATV tour for couples in Guanacaste, send Finca Curubanda:

  • Your preferred date.

  • The number of participants.

  • Whether both people want to drive.

  • Your preferred departure time.

  • Any activities you would like to add.


We will confirm availability, the meeting location and the final price for your selected experience.

Frequently Asked Questions


How long is the ATV tour?

The circular route takes approximately one hour and 40 minutes. Check-in, instructions and the practice session require additional time.


Where does the ATV tour start?

The tour starts in Curubandé, near Rincón de la Vieja Volcano, and returns to Curubandé. Finca Curubanda provides the meeting location when you reserve.


Can we each drive our own ATV?

Yes. Couples can reserve two individual ATVs, provided both participants meet the driving requirements and can demonstrate appropriate control during the practice session.


What if only one of us wants to drive?

Contact our team before making the reservation. Explain your preferences so we can discuss suitable alternatives and confirm the appropriate vehicle arrangement.


Is previous ATV experience required?

Tell us your experience level when booking. The tour includes instructions and practice, and the guide assesses whether each participant is ready to drive the route.


Will we cross Río Blanco?

A Río Blanco crossing may be included when conditions and the guide’s assessment allow it. River levels and weather can change the itinerary.


Can we stop for photos?

Yes. There are stops where you can take photos and enjoy the surroundings. Keep your phone secured while driving and follow the guide’s instructions when stopping.


Can we add La Leona Waterfall and lunch?

Yes. The base price for adding La Leona Waterfall and lunch is US$40 per person, or US$80 for two people. Ask for the complete package total, including applicable charges.


Should we reserve in advance?

Yes. Advance booking helps us arrange the vehicles and guide for your preferred departure. Contact Finca Curubanda to check availability before arriving.


Your Adventure Together Starts at Finca Curubanda

A ride through Curubandé gives you time to explore local roads, pause by the river and enjoy a different side of Guanacaste together.


Choose the ATV experience on its own or ask us to combine it with La Leona Waterfall and lunch. Our team will help you organize the details before you arrive.


Check availability and reserve your ATV adventure with Finca Curubanda.

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