Tours en Cuadraciclo
River Wildlife and Jungle Tour
Explore the wild side of Costa Rica's Southern Caribbean. Three hours of jungle trails, river crossings and mud, with stops at a secluded waterfall and a quiet beach, plus fresh fruit and snacks. No crowds, just your group and the jungle. ## Your itinerary - **0:00 · Meet & briefing** — Gear up and practice. - **0:20 · Jungle trails** — Ride into the Caribbean rainforest, looking for sloths and toucans. - **1:00 · River crossings** — Splash through rivers and mud. - **1:40 · Hidden waterfall** — Swim stop with fresh fruit and snacks. - **2:20 · Beach & viewpoint** — Quiet beach stop on the way back. - **3:00 · Tour ends** ## What's included - Professional bilingual guide (English/Spanish) - ATV with fuel - Helmet and safety gear - Fresh fruit and snacks ## What to bring - Closed-toe shoes (sneakers are perfect — no sandals) - Swimsuit and a small towel - Clothes you don't mind getting muddy or dusty - Insect repellent - Sunscreen and sunglasses ## Good to know - No experience needed — every ride starts with a safety briefing and a short practice run. - Your guide leads the group on their own vehicle — you drive your own ATV, or share it with a passenger. - Drivers must be 18+ with a valid driver's license. Kids can join as passengers with an adult. - Tours run rain or shine (the mud is half the fun). If weather makes trails unsafe, we reschedule or give a full refund.
Highlights
- River crossings & mud trails
- Secluded waterfall
- Private beach stop
Cacao Tour + Waterfall
Ride ATVs into Indigenous lands near Puerto Viejo and learn how cacao is grown and made into real chocolate, the ancestral way. Taste it, then ride to a jungle waterfall for a swim. Adventure and culture in one morning. ## Your itinerary - **0:00 · Meet & briefing** — Gear up and practice. - **0:20 · Jungle ride** — Ride through the Talamanca countryside. - **1:00 · Cacao farm** — Learn about cacao, from pod to chocolate, from a local family. - **2:00 · Chocolate tasting** — Taste fresh, handmade chocolate. - **2:30 · Waterfall** — Hike and swim at a jungle waterfall. - **3:30 · Ride back** - **4:00 · Tour ends** ## What's included - Professional bilingual guide (English/Spanish) - ATV with fuel - Helmet and safety gear - Cacao tour and tasting ## What to bring - Closed-toe shoes (sneakers are perfect — no sandals) - Swimsuit and a small towel - Insect repellent - Cash if you want to buy chocolate ## Good to know - No experience needed — every ride starts with a safety briefing and a short practice run. - Your guide leads the group on their own vehicle — you drive your own ATV, or share it with a passenger. - Drivers must be 18+ with a valid driver's license. Kids can join as passengers with an adult. - Tours run rain or shine (the mud is half the fun). If weather makes trails unsafe, we reschedule or give a full refund.
Highlights
- Artisanal cacao & chocolate tasting
- Indigenous culture
- Jungle waterfall swim
ParaTrike + Waterfall + Quadra
Land, sky and water in one day. Fly over the Caribbean coast on a paratrike (a motorized paraglider trike) with a pilot, then jump on a quad and ride the jungle to a hidden waterfall for a swim. Our most unique tour in Puerto Viejo. ## Your itinerary - **0:00 · Meet & briefing** — Safety briefing for the flight and the ATV. - **0:30 · Paratrike flight** — Fly with a certified pilot over the jungle and Caribbean coastline. - **1:30 · ATV jungle ride** — Ride the jungle trails. - **2:30 · Hidden waterfall** — Swim and relax. - **3:30 · Ride back** - **4:00 · Tour ends** ## What's included - Paratrike flight with certified pilot - Professional bilingual guide (English/Spanish) - ATV with fuel - Helmet and safety gear ## What to bring - Closed-toe shoes (sneakers are perfect — no sandals) - Swimsuit and a small towel - Sunscreen and sunglasses - Phone or GoPro for photos (a dry bag helps) ## Good to know - Paratrike flights depend on the weather and may be moved to another time or day. - Weight limits apply for the flight; tell us when you book. - Your guide leads the group on their own vehicle — you drive your own ATV, or share it with a passenger. - Drivers must be 18+ with a valid driver's license. Kids can join as passengers with an adult.
Highlights
- Paratrike flight over the coast
- ATV jungle ride
- Hidden waterfall swim
Featured Vehicles in Puerto Viejo
Top-rated options available for your adventure
Yamaha's six-seat Viking VI with electric power steering, fitted with a hardtop and windshield. Two rows of bench seating and automatic transmission — the vehicle to take when the group is too big to split across two machines and you would rather everyone stayed dry. Delivered free to your hotel or Airbnb.
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A four-seat cart for getting around town — beach, restaurants, groceries — without dealing with a car. Automatic, simple to drive and easy to park. Room for four. Delivered free to your hotel or Airbnb.
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Discover the great outdoors with the Yamaha Kodiak 450 ATV rental from Vroom8! This versatile and powerful quad is designed to handle a variety of terrains, making it perfect for exploring the scenic trails around Puerto Viejo
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The Honda Activa is an automatic scooter built for short, frequent trips — beach runs, town errands, dinner. Twist-and-go, light to handle and easy to park anywhere. Helmets included. Seats two. Delivered free to your hotel or Airbnb.
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ATV Tours in Puerto Viejo
Puerto Viejo is Costa Rica's vibrant Caribbean jewel, where dense, untouched rainforest spills directly onto palm-fringed, golden beaches. The region is bordered by the imposing Talamanca Mountains to the west and the Caribbean Sea to the east. With its unique microclimate and famously laid-back Afro-Caribbean culture, taking an ATV into the deep jungle here is a wildly different experience from the Pacific coast.
Riding an ATV in Puerto Viejo means embracing the wild, wet nature of the Caribbean. The trails here are infamous for deep, sticky mud, slippery clay ascents, and thick, humid jungle environments. You will navigate through indigenous Bribri reserves, cross shallow creeks, and ride along narrow coastal paths bordered by dense banana and cacao plantations. The biodiversity is staggering; riders frequently have to pause to let sloths cross the trail, or to admire the bright blue morpho butterflies flashing through the canopy.
Vroom8 equips you with specialized, mud-capable ATVs to handle the Caribbean terrain. Our tours include knowledgeable local guides, essential safety and wet-weather gear, and routes that highlight both the extreme ecological beauty and the rich indigenous culture of the Talamanca region.
What to Expect on Your Puerto Viejo Tour
- Deep Jungle Mud: Prepare to get dirty on the famously wet, sticky trails of the Caribbean coast.
- Rich Biodiversity: Ride through primary rainforests teeming with sloths, monkeys, and exotic birds.
- Cultural Trails: Navigate paths that wind through cacao plantations and indigenous lands.
Why Book an ATV Tour in Puerto Viejo?
- Conquer the raw, muddy trails of Costa Rica's wild Caribbean side
- Immerse yourself in the spectacular biodiversity of the Talamanca mountains
- Discover hidden waterfalls and pristine, isolated Caribbean beaches
- Ride past traditional cacao farms and indigenous Bribri communities
- Spot iconic wildlife, including sloths and toucans, directly from your vehicle
- Experience the perfect blend of extreme off-roading and laid-back Caribbean culture
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best season to ride an ATV in Puerto Viejo?
The Caribbean coast has its own microclimate. September and October are often the driest months, but expect a tropical, humid environment with sudden showers year-round.
How difficult are the ATV trails?
Moderate. You'll navigate soft, muddy rainforest trails and sandy coastal paths. It can be slippery, so following your guide's instructions is key.
What is included in the tour?
Your tour covers the ATV, helmets, a local guide familiar with the Talamanca mountains, and stops to view wildlife and hidden Caribbean beaches.
How much do ATV tours in Puerto Viejo cost?
Tours start at $140 per adult ($80 child), $155 for the Cacao Tour + Waterfall, and $215 for the ParaTrike + Waterfall + Quad combo.
Do I need ATV experience?
No, tours are moderate and guided; beginners welcome, though Caribbean trails get muddy.
Will I see wildlife?
Yes, sloths, monkeys, toucans and blue morpho butterflies are common.
What should I wear?
Closed-toe shoes are mandatory. We recommend light clothing you don't mind getting dirty, insect repellent, and sunscreen.
How long are the tours?
Tours typically last between 2.5 to 4 hours depending on the specific package and route chosen.