Surf lessons, catamaran sunsets, jungle sloths & waterfalls, deep-sea fishing, ATV & zipline adventures — locally owned and showing visitors the real Costa Rica for 15+ years.
Every tour is run or hand-picked by Paul and Ronald — long-time Tamarindo locals. Don't see what you want? Message us, we probably arrange it.
Airport pickups, transfers to La Fortuna, multi-day itineraries — Paul builds it around you. "Picked us up, dropped us off and everything in between." — Leslie B.
Full-day trip to Arenal Volcano — one of Costa Rica's most iconic landmarks. Includes national park entry, scenic viewpoints and a local lunch.
Combine a full day of adventures with a relaxing soak in the natural hotsprings near Rincón de la Vieja volcano. The perfect balance of excitement and relaxation.
A favourite with families: visit a working farm, taste fresh-roasted Costa Rican coffee and bean-to-bar chocolate.
Public or private catamaran along the Tamarindo coast — snorkelling, open bar, and a Pacific sunset you'll never forget.
Fly through the Costa Rican jungle canopy on a zipline, then hit the dirt on ATVs through jungle trails and along the coast. Pure adrenaline — one of our most popular combo packages.
Half- and full-day fishing charters with experienced local captains. Mahi, marlin, sailfish, tuna — all gear and snacks included.
Boat tour along the Tempisque River — home to some of the largest American crocodiles in the world. A wildlife experience you won't forget.
Unwind after your adventures with a professional massage. Available on the beach or at your accommodation — just ask Paul to arrange it.
Rent a golf cart to cruise Tamarindo town, or get out on the water with a jet ski. Flexible hours, great rates — ask for availability.
Beginner and intermediate surf lessons right out front with the best instructors on the beach. "After 30 years and lessons in Hawaii, I finally caught my first wave on my own." — Alessandro C.
Guided hike, jungle swim and cliff jumping at one of Costa Rica's most spectacular hidden waterfalls. Groups of all sizes welcome — monkeys almost always spotted.
Off-road jungle and beach ATV tours, plus jet-ski runs along the coast. Last-minute bookings welcome — guides included.
Float down a scenic Costa Rican river on an inner tube — a fun, relaxing adventure for all ages. Groups of all sizes welcome.
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"Ronaldo super friendly host approached us and gave us great deals on surf lessons for the family. After 30 years and lessons elsewhere in Hawaii, I finally was able to catch my first wave on my own."
"We loved our La Leona Waterfall tour with Blue Crab! Paul was very communicative and picked us up on time. Rodrigo our guide was awesome — super knowledgeable. The hike was absolutely stunning, plenty of time to swim and even cliff jumping. We saw 2 types of monkeys! Once-in-a-lifetime experience."
"Our Airbnb host hooked us up with Paul from Blue Crab Tours — it was our lucky day. Paul picked us up at the airport, dropped us off, and everything in between. Called us before our arrival with all sorts of tour options. We ended up doing 4. Paul (& Ronald) made it easy."
"Paul is the absolute best at arranging any tour you want and providing excellent information and transportation. I have used Paul several times for guided tours and he is always helpful whenever I have questions about anything here in Costa Rica. Highly recommend."
"Paul was great to work with and accommodating with us making last-minute plans to get out on ATVs and Jet Skis. Our ATV tour guide Davis was a beauty guy. Looking forward to working with them again the next time we visit the area!"
"Paul was a huge help when it came to planning my trip to Tamarindo and La Fortuna. He had great recommendations for my friends and made planning activities very easy. Very responsive and answered any questions I had."
"Top to bottom an absolutely fantastic experience with Blue Crab. Highly recommend to anyone visiting Tamarindo."
"If you're heading to Tamarindo, Paul at Blue Crab is the best contact to have. He'll line up everything you need."
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Discover the wonders of nature with Blue Crab. Our part-owner and head guide Ronald has more than 15 years experience in the Costa Rican tour business, and Paul handles the logistics start-to-finish. From the breathtaking coastline to undiscovered jungles, we'll guide you to all the major sights — and the secret escapes most visitors never find.
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Real guides, real Costa Rica — not a call centre.
Licensed operator, all guides certified, full insurance.
Direct booking — no markup from third-party sites.
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