Costa Rica’s Hidden Gems
Friendly Local Guides
Customizable

Experience Natural Beauty and Adventure on a Private Day Tour of Costa Rica

Let us take just you and your group out on a private tour to some of the area’s most hidden gems. Whether it is secluded beaches, hidden waterfalls, or swimming holes in the middle of the jungle, let Paddle 9 be your host and show you what Costa Rica is really like.

Why Book With Paddle 9?

Make the most of your Manuel Antonio vacation by taking our customizable private tour option, which allows you to mix and match the activities and locations you’re most excited about
Pick a time and duration that works best for you and your group
Laugh and learn with our guides! Not only are all Paddle 9 guides certified, bilingual and highly knowledgeable about the area, they are a ton of fun and will keep you smiling the whole day

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Trip Details

Pricing & Logistics

Price

Contact for pricing


Departure time/Meeting Point/ Duration/Group size

Customizable


Availability

Available daily, all year round


What to bring

  • Flip flops
  • Shoes or rugged sandals
  • Camera
  • Towel
  • Sunscreen
  • Bug spray
  • Extra set of dry clothes

About your guide

All Paddle 9 guides are certified and bilingual

Trip Overview

On our private tours, we will be off the beaten path for the whole day. This tour embodies what Costa Rica is all about. We will share with you our knowledge of the area along with our passion for adventuring.

Our private tours are fully customizable! Spend the day jumping off of waterfalls, kayaking, paddle boarding, seeing unique wildlife or a combination of these activities.

Contact us and we can customize a day that will surpass all of your expectations.

Good to Know

Please advise us of any health conditions, recent injuries (especially back, neck or shoulder surgeries) or medical procedures that could affect your tour experience. Let us know about pregnancy, back pains, and any walking as well as dietary restrictions or preferences.
We have two rules at Paddle 9: 1) Be safe! and 2) Have serious fun! Paddle 9 prides itself in running safe tours and transport with the best logistics and safety procedures in the industry. Our guides and staff are well-trained in emergency situations and take your safety very seriously. Should an accident occur, we are covered by a comprehensive umbrella liability insurance policy.
Have more questions? You can check out our FAQ page.

Don’t Just Take Our Word For It!


This waterfalls tour was soooo sick and our guides were amazing. Sharing many aspects of Costa Rican culture along the way, about the environment, the music, the food, and so much more. They will show you the meaning of pura vida. So when they say jump, JUMP!❤️
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Ku'uleialohamae'ole Osako
5/30/2025
5 star ratingThis was an awesome day. This tour makes for an awesome day, The jungle and waterfalls are extremely beautiful. The optional jumps and slide add some great adventure. And, the tour guides are entertaining, fun and helpful way beyond the norm. I'm writing this while I'm still basking in the joy from the day. I highly recommend this tour,
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Kristina G
5/21/2025
5 star ratingOutdoor water adventure in gorgeous natural settings. This excursion was a feast for the eyes and an adrenaline-rush for those of us daring enough to jump from high cliffs or venture down a vertical-drop natural waterslide into gorgeous refreshing natural pools. The 3 waterfall we visited were different from each other and offered options for refreshing swims in water holes, eye-popping scenery and a smaller, more horizontal natural water slide into manageable rapids. Our two guides, Roberto and Reece were fantastic - safety conscious, informative, personable and encouraging. One of them was always within arms’ length when someone needed help wading or walking on slippery terrain, contemplating a “leap of faith” high jump, etc. This activity is fit for all ages as long as the participants are mobile, with good balance. The company provided certified life vests for all ages and the guides were trained in water safety and first aid (neither of which was necessary for us). The included fresh fruit snacks and outdoor lunch of fried whole fish, locally-inspired side dishes (and other entree choices) were delicious. The day culminated at a gorgeous beach complete with natural lava caves emptying into the Pacific Ocean. It was a “top shelf” experience!
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Margo G
5/17/2025

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