Upon booking you will receive a detailed booking confirmation via email with information on where to arrive (Google Maps and Waze Link Included) what to bring and photos of the parking lot or the main entrance.
Fresh food. Cold drinks. Good vibes after your adventure.
Guests who select “Reserve a Table” will receive a follow-up message from our team with the option to pre-order meals and drinks in advance.
This allows our kitchen to begin preparing your order before the tour ends, helping provide faster service and a smoother experience upon arrival to the restaurant.
🍽 Food Menu
Costa Rican casados, burgers, pasta, vegetarian options, snacks, and more.
Join us for an action-packed Rincon de la Vieja tubing tour down the Colorado River with 3 km (2 miles) of exciting Class I-III rapids! Our tubing adventure will lead you through spectacular river canyons and tropical forest, with calmer sections between the rapids where you can enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
With professional equipment and a team of experienced guides accompanying you throughout the adventure, your safety is taken care of and you can simply enjoy the ride.
See what tubing in Rincon de la Vieja is like and secure your spot today!
No previous tubing experience is needed. Expert guides will give you a safety briefing and accompany you throughout the adventure.
✔️ Easy to Combine
Combine river tubing with the La Leona Waterfall hike or other top-rated Rincon de la Vieja tours just next door.
✔️ Unique Nature Experience
Tube through volcanic river canyons surrounded by tropical forest and keep an eye out for local wildlife along the way.
✔️ Best Things to Do Near Liberia
Just 20 min from Liberia, 40 min from Guanacaste Airport (LIR), and close to the popular Guanacaste beaches.
💡 Note that this is a group tour with up to 20 or more participants. If you prefer to have a private tour with a dedicated guide exclusively for your group, we recommend our ➡️ Private La Leona Waterfall and tubing combo tour.
Tubing Rincon de la Vieja – Location
The Rincon de la Vieja river tubing tour starts at our tour office in the small village of Curubandé, just 20 minutes from Liberia and close to Rincon de la Vieja National Park in Guanacaste.
Rincon de la Vieja Tours and TransportationLocation
Entrance to Rincon de la Vieja Tours and Transportation
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Tubing Rincon de la Vieja – Booking Options
Book your Rincon de la Vieja tubing tour as a self-drive trip or with transportation included.
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Self-Drive Tour
Meet at Tour Starting Point
Best if you have your own car or prefer to travel independently
Free and monitored parking is available at our tour office in Curubandé.
⭐ Most convenient option – we take care of everything
Our driver will pick you up at your hotel, Airbnb, or preferred location, take you to the tour, wait for you during the tubing, and drive you back afterward.
⚠️ Note that all tours have to be reserved in advance. If you arrive without a reservation, you may have to wait several hours for a guide or may not be able to join a tour that day.
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⭐ Looking for a Full-Day Adventure?
Make the most of your day by combining white water river tubing with other top-rated Rincon de la Vieja tours.
We offer river tubing combo packages with the famous La Leona Waterfall hike, relaxing hot springs, or within the One Day Adventure Pass.
Get a glimpse of what your river tubing tour in Costa Rica could look like.
4×4 Ride
Meet your guide and get ready with a helmet and life vest. A fun 5-minute 4×4 ride and a short walk take you to the Colorado River, where your tubing adventure begins.
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Safety Briefing
Before entering the river, your guides will give you a safety briefing on how to paddle, the correct position in the rapids, and what to do when you see a safety rope across the river.
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Tour Start
Time to get in the water! The first part of the river is still calm, giving you a chance to get comfortable with paddling before reaching the stronger rapids.
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Fast Rapids & Scenic Views
Splash through exciting Class I–III rapids as you make your way down the Colorado River. Your guides will position themselves at the faster rapids to help you navigate through safely.
Between the rapids, enjoy calmer sections of the river where you can take in the tropical forest, impressive volcanic canyons, and keep an eye out for wildlife.
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Tour End
Stop at the last safety rope and wait for your guides to help you out of the tube.
From there, it’s just a short walk up a few stairs to your 4×4 ride back to our tour base.
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ℹ️ Wondering how we keep your kids safe on the tubing tour?
Young children are accompanied by a dedicated guide throughout the river tubing experience. The guide holds onto their tube to reduce the risk of flipping.
Young kids also don’t need to paddle themselves. Their guide pushes their tube gently through the calmer sections, so they can just enjoy the ride.
See what our guests say about white water river tubing in Rincon de la Vieja.
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Rob Friend · Google Reviews
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“This was an amazing tubing experience! It was so fun! Many different sets of rapids. Enough speed to get your adrenaline going but still safe. Our guide Jeremy and his crew were outstanding. They expertly guided us down the river and also made sure to have fun with us!! Best tubing experience ever!!“
“We had a fantastic time on the waterfall hike and river tubing with Wil. It was a good amount of adventure for our family with teenagers. The waterfall was more impressive than how it looks in the photos. Wil was a lot of fun, and taught us about the trees in the forest. In the river tubing, guides help you stay on course and free you when you get stuck. They also carry the tubes to and from the water for you!”
Our tubing tour in Rincon de la Vieja is beginner-friendly and great for kids, but may not be ideal for everyone.
Who is this tour NOT suitable for?
❌ Not suitable for people with knee, ankle, walking or mobility limitations
❌ Children under 6 are not allowed
❌ Not suitable during pregnancy
🏊 Don’t know how to swim? No problem!
Swimming is not required during the river tubing tour, as you stay in your tube the entire time. Life jackets are provided and mandatory for all participants, so if you fall into the water, you can simply float and a guide will help you immediately.
🛡️ Safety on the river tubing tour
✔️ Life jackets and helmets are mandatory
✔️ Controlled rapid entry – wait at safety ropes and enter the rapids one by one
✔️ Experienced team of guides accompanying you throughout the tour
✔️ Dedicated guide for young kids
✔️ All guides carry emergency equipment & radios
✔️ River conditions are monitored closely and tours only operate when water levels are safe
Practical Information
📍 How to Get to Your Tubing Tour
You can get to the tour starting point in Curubandé with your own or a rental car or by choosing the option with transportation included.
Directions From Liberia
💡 You don’t need a4×4 vehicle to get to our tour office, but drive carefully as parts of the road may have potholes.
1️⃣ From Liberia, drive about 5 km north on Highway 1.
2️⃣ Turn right when you see signs pointing to Rincon de la Vieja National Park and continue for about 15 minutes.
3️⃣ Reach the village of Curubandé and continue straight, passing by the church.
4️⃣ After about 300 m you will find our tour office on your left, clearly marked with large signs.
🅿️ At our tour office you will find free and monitored parking.
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Entrance to Rincon de la Vieja Tours and Transportation.
Can children go river tubing in Rincon de la Vieja?
Yes, our Rincon de la Vieja tubing tour is a great adventure for families with kids ages 6 and up. Young children are accompanied by a dedicated guide throughout the tour who holds onto their tube to minimize the chance of flipping or falling out.
Is river tubing in Rincon de la Vieja safe?
Yes, white water river tubing in Rincon de la Vieja is safe when operated with an official guided tour that follows proper safety standards. At El Rincon Tours and Transportation, we check river levels multiple times a day and only operate when conditions are safe.
Every tour is accompanied by a team of experienced guides who position themselves at the stronger rapids to help you navigate through safely. Helmets and life jackets are mandatory, and all guides carry emergency equipment and radios. Young children are accompanied by a dedicated guide who holds onto their tube throughout the tour.
How long does the Rincon de la Vieja river tubing tour take?
The Rincon de la Vieja river tubing tour takes approximately 1.5 hours from start to finish.
Can we go together in the same tube on the Rincon de la Vieja tubing tour?
No, for safety reasons, each participantmust use their own individual tube. Children will be accompanied by a dedicated guide, ensuring that your little ones pass safely through the rapids while having fun.
What happens if I fall out of the tube on the Rincon de la Vieja tubing tour?
As life jackets are mandatory, you can just float and wait a few seconds for a guide to help you back into your tube.
What happens if it rains on the day of my river tubing tour?
Especially on rainy days, we check river conditions multiple times a day to make sure it is safe for river tubing. In case of heavy rainfall or unsafe water levels, tours may be cancelled. If your tour cannot operate, you’ll get a full refund.
All guides carry radios, so they can be informed immediately if river conditions change. If you visit during the rainy season, feel free to contact us for the latest updates about river conditions and if tours are operating.
Do I need to know how to swim for Rincon de la Vieja tubing?
No, you don’t need to know how to swim for Colorado River tubing in Costa Rica. Life jackets are mandatory, so if you happen to fall out of your tube, you can float in the water and one of our guides will assist you immediately.
What should I bring for Rincon de la Vieja river tubing?
For white water river tubing in Rincon de la Vieja we recommend bringing comfortable, fast-drying sports clothes or a swimsuit, and closed-toe shoes, water shoes, or sandals with straps. Since you will get completely wet during the tour, bring a towel and a change of clothes and shoes for after the tour. Don’t forget to bring a water bottle and apply sunscreen before your river tubing adventure!
Do you have different tube sizes for the Rincon de la Vieja tubing tour?
Yes, tubes are selected based on each guest’s height and weight. Children use smaller tubes, while larger tubes are provided for adults to ensure a comfortable and secure fit.
Where can I leave my belongings during the white water river tubing tour?
If you arrive at our tour office with your own vehicle, you can leave your belongings in your car, as our private parking lot is monitored 24/7 and located directly next to the reception and restaurant.
If you book a tour with transportation included, you can leave your belongings in the vehicle. For extra security, you can store valuables like keys and wallets in our lockers.
Do I need to book Rincon de la Vieja river tubing in advance?
Yes, all of our Rincon de la Vieja tours must be booked in advance. Tours can fill up quickly, especially during high season, and if you arrive without a reservation, you probably can’t join a tour that day.
