Is it safe to do adventure tours in Costa Rica?
The real safety measures we use so you can enjoy the experience with total peace of mind.
If you’re planning an adventure tour, this is one of the most common—and most important—questions we hear every day:
How safe are adventure tours?
At Buena Vista del Rincón, we understand something essential:
Adventure is only truly enjoyable when you feel safe.
That’s why today we want to share, in a clear, honest, and transparent way, the real safety measures behind every adventure experience we offer.
Safety is not a detail: it’s part of the experience
Adventure tours combine nature, adrenaline, and movement. To make everything flow smoothly, safety is integrated before, during, and after each activity.
These are the main measures we apply so you can enjoy your adventure with confidence:
Certified guides with continuous training
Every tour is led by highly trained local guides who have:
- Official certifications in adventure tourism
- Ongoing training in first aid and emergency response
- Deep knowledge of the terrain, weather, and environmental conditions
Before each activity begins, our guides provide a clear and friendly safety briefing, explaining step by step what to do, what to avoid, and how to enjoy the experience safely.
Certified equipment, inspected daily
All the equipment we use meets international safety standards, including:
Harnesses, helmets, and pulleys for ziplining
Ergonomic saddles and tack for horseback riding
Anti-slip elements and handrails on trails and wet areas
Every morning, a preventive inspection of all equipment is carried out before operations begin. Nothing is improvised.
Infrastructure designed to work in harmony with nature
Located in the surroundings of Rincón de la Vieja, our facilities are designed to respect the natural topography and dynamics of the forest:
- Safe, clearly marked platforms
- Defined trails with designated rest points
- Thermal areas with controlled access and constant supervision
Here, nothing is left to chance.
Clear protocols before, during, and after each tour
Every experience follows well-defined protocols:
- Prior evaluation of weather conditions
- Clearly established limits for weight, age, and physical condition
- Constant group monitoring throughout the activity
- If conditions are not safe, the activity is adapted or suspended.
Safety always comes first.
- Personalized attention and small groups
- We do not operate with large groups—and that makes a real difference:
- Personalized attention
- A pace suited to each participant
- Quick response to any unexpected situation
- Families, older adults, and guests experiencing their first adventure find a supportive, reliable, and well-accompanied environment here.
So… is it really safe to do adventure tours in Costa Rica?
The short answer is: yes, when you choose responsible operators.
The complete answer is: yes, when safety is part of the culture, not just a requirement.
At Buena Vista del Rincón, every zipline, every trail, and every experience is designed so you only have to focus on one thing:
enjoying the moment.
Experience adventure with confidence
If you’re looking for adrenaline, nature, and wellness in one place—without sacrificing peace of mind—you’re in the right place.
Book your experience safely and enjoy Guanacaste the way it should be.
Because the true adventure is feeling free… and safe at the same time.