Private Tours

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

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.

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!

					We had the most amazing day, and owe it all to Ismael. What a soul he has, and he was an absolute pleasure to spend the day with. On the way to the Nauyaca Falls tour, we learned quite a bit about life in Costa Rica as well as the history of the country. Once we were on the trail, that’s where his soul really shines through. Not only did he exhibit a vast knowledge of the local flora and fauna, but the passion and love that he has for every living being no matter how small… THAT is what made our day the MOST enjoyable. Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts. Pura Vida!
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Rose Harris
10/14/2025
					Ken and Cory were awesome. The trip was once in a lifetime. I would highly recommend. You will enjoy, pura vida
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Briggs K
9/29/2025
					Hands down, the absolute apex of my Costa Rica adventure! Ken & Corey from Paddle9 Sports are awake guides—they bring incredible energy and expertise. We climbed up two waterfalls, saw fantastic foliage and wildlife, and had an adrenaline-packed journey. If you're looking for an unforgettable, high-energy adventure, this is it. Don't miss out on this experience!
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Raju Vyas
9/28/2025