Riding ATVs & Off-Road Buggies
Take your ATV to the beach, go through the mountains, and make a stop at a waterfall. What a perfect day in Costa Rica.
Adventure
Extreme
Rentals Jaco Area
Beach Hopping, Waterfalls and Mountain Trails with ATVs & Off-Road Buggies Overview
ATV tours are ideal for families, couples, groups, and thrill-seekers. Tourists love these off-road adventures year-round. Popular destinations for this exciting activity include Tamarindo, Manuel Antonio, Jaco, and Arenal. Some related activities include mountain biking and horseback riding. Additionally, ATV adventures may be included in combo tours with activities such as zip-lining.
- Instructions and safety equipment will be provided. You get to practice in a safe spot to get comfortable driving before going off-road.
- You can choose and control your own pace.
- If possible, bring a GoPro to capture memories of the fun.
- Remember to bring your license, sunglasses and sunscreen, sneakers, a towel, and a change of clothes.
- Getting dirty is part of the off-road experience. May through November is the wet season when you’ll have fun in the mud. December through April is the dry season. Expect lots of dust.
Intensity
High
Riding ATVs & Off-Road Buggies Is Featured in These Trips
Here are some of the combo trips we recommend you to check out if you want to experience Riding ATVs & Off-Road Buggies:
What to Expect from ATVs & Off-Road Buggy Tour
Expect to see a ton while having the time of your life taking an ATV for a spin.
You’re picked up from your hotel and given safety equipment, instructions, and a chance to practice using your All-Terrain Vehicle on a secluded test strip. You get a feel for the wheel, and then it’s time to put what you learned to good use. The exciting escapade begins.
Eyes wide, ears ringing, wind in your hair – buckle up, it’s going to be a whirlwind ride! Imagine speeding over different terrains, senses invigorated, adrenaline pumping through your veins. All this, and more, can be yours on an action-packed All Terrain Vehicle tour.
Make the most of Costa Rica’s diverse landscapes, from beaches to rivers, mountains, and tropical rainforests, ticking them off at high-speed. Then, get off-the-beaten-track, covering ground at lightning speeds with your 4x4, getting excellent views of animals and scenic nature.
Many tours include the opportunity to stop for short hikes, take dips in swimming holes or rivers, check out waterfalls, and then speed up again over rocky dirt tracks as fast as you can.
Photo opportunities await at every corner so that you can capture your very best, mud-drenched self. Smile!
Most tours also include a traditional Costa Rican lunch fuel for the rest of the excursion. Enjoy some more bumpy off-roading before you’re taken back to your hotel to relax.
To make the most of your off-road adventure, make sure you bring tons of water and a fully charged camera. Additionally, sunglasses are necessary.
FAQ ATVs & Off-Road Buggies in Costa Rica
Who can ride the ATV/Quad bike?
Generally, tour companies require you to be at least 16 or 18 to ride alone. Those eight and up (5 in some locations) can ride with an adult. On ATVs Adults should not hang together. There’s no weight limit, but if you weigh over 350 pounds, just let your travel agent know, so they arrange for a larger ATV.
Do you need a license to drive an ATV in Costa Rica?
You need a valid license to operate an ATV in Costa Rica for your safety.
What should you wear for ATV riding in Costa Rica?
Depending on the location and season, expect to get wet and muddy or dusty. It’s all part of the fun of being off-road. You’ll want closed-toed shoes and swimwear, as the tours allow you to stop for a swim. Bring a change of clothes for after the time.