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!


5 star ratingFun for All Ages (Really!) I’m not easily impressed, but Paddle9 truly exceeded my expectations. We did the full-day waterfall tour out of Quepos with a group of ten people ranging in age from 7 to 78, and it was an incredible experience. While the waterfalls were beautiful -- albeit a bit smaller and more touristy than we'd hoped -- the guides are what made the trip truly special. Ismael, Alonso, Kevin, Reece and the rest of the team were welcoming, fun, knowledgeable, and, most importantly, extremely safety-conscious. They struck the perfect balance between high adventure, safety, and environmentally responsible practices. As an added bonus, the lunch at the sustainable organic fish farm was absolutely delicious! And the last stop of the day was a gorgeous beach where you're able to chill, swim and just decompress...it was lovely too. We’ll definitely be back and can’t wait for our next adventure in Costa Rica. Thank you, Paddle9 team, for such a memorable experience. We truly appreciate you! Pura Vida! (PS: the photos were good, but not worth the price of $30 per person...including the children in your group! Take your phone/camera along and capture the fun on your own.)
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Jami D
4/02/2026
5 star ratingGreat tour! Highly recommend! This tour was amazing! All of the waterfalls were special in their own way. Ismael and all of the other guides were beyond helpful and informative. They were so kind and patient with my 8 and 14 year old. The lunch was amazing as well. I strongly recommend booking this tour, you won’t regret it!
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Tarah D
3/30/2026
5 star ratingDK and Damian delivered! DK and Damian were our outstanding guides for this excursion. They were very attentive and knowledgeable. Not only did we hike to the waterfalls but they stopped along the way to share information about plants etc. Once at the falls they prioritized safety while having fun. They made sure everyone had a good time even if you weren't jumping. Their kindness and enthusiasm made the tour very memorable. Highly recommend them at Paddle 9.
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3/27/2026

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