Ellen & Brandon
Things To Do
Dragonfly Bar & Grill
Dragonfly is regarded as one of the best restaurants in Tamarindo. They source fresh local ingredients and seasonally adapt their menu options to invent a creative culinary cuisine in a charming and romantic atmosphere.
Pico Bistro Tamarindo
Great place to start off your day with coffee, smoothies, breakfast foods, and light lunches.
Green Papaya Taco Bar
Casual restaurant with both indoor and outdoor seating serving tacos and enchiladas.
El Mercadito de Tamarindo Gourmet Food Market
El Mercadito is little open-air marketplace with a bunch of different food vendors. From arepas, to hamburgers, to poke bowls, to an all-vegan spot, there is definitely something for everyone here.
Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve
The Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve is a great place for zip lining, hiking, and leisurely nature walks. It is located about 3 hours away from Tamarindo. The Reserve consists of over 26,000 acres of cloud forest and 6 ecological zones, 90% of which are virgin forest. It has a high biodiversity, consisting of over 2,500 plant species (including the most orchid species in a single place), 100 species of mammals, 400 bird species, 120 reptilian and amphibian species, and thousands of insects.
Arenal Volcano National Park
Until recently, Arenal was the country’s most active volcano with an average of 41 eruptions per day. However, the volcano is currently in a resting phase. In Arenal Volcano National Park, you can go zip lining, soak in one of the many natural hot springs in the area, go hiking in a natural preserve, or swim under a waterfall at La Fortuna Waterfall.
Sky Adventures Monteverde Park
Sky Adventures has a park in both Arenal and in the Monteverde Cloud Forest. Both parks have ziplining, hanging bridges, guided walking tours, aerial trams (gondolas), and tree climbing. The Arenal park has the added benefit of tubing, adventure courses, kayaking, and biking.
Monkey Park
Monkey Park is a rehabilitation and release center of wild animals, and environmental education, focused in preservation and conservation of Costa Rican wildlife. It's only 30 minutes from Tamarindo.