Book the best Cortez Waterfall tour in Guanacaste, with Costa Rica Wet and Wild. Travel to the most beautiful and accessible waterfall in Costa Rica — featuring a wide cascading waterfall, natural sandy beach, and calm swimmable pool perfect for families, couples, and groups. Choose between a Costa Rica wildlife rescue center experience or an exciting zipline canopy tour — making this the ultimate Guanacaste waterfall experience near Bagaces, Costa Rica.
Llanos de Cortez stands out from other waterfalls thanks to its
easy access and swimmable conditions, making it ideal for all
ages.
Wide curtain-style waterfall
Calm, swimmable pool
Natural sandy beach
Short 5–10 minute walk
Perfect for families, couples, and groups
This is one of the few waterfalls in Costa Rica where you can
truly swim and relax comfortably.
Llanos de Cortez Waterfall is located near Bagaces in Guanacaste, Costa Rica, just off the Pan-American Highway. It's about 30 minutes from Liberia and easily accessible from Playa Flamingo, Tamarindo, and Playa del Coco.
Yes, Llanos de Cortez is one of the best waterfalls in Costa Rica for swimming. The pool is calm, wide, and generally safe for all ages, especially compared to other waterfalls with strong currents.
Absolutely. The short walk, sandy beach, and gentle swimming area make this one of the most family-friendly waterfall tours in Costa Rica.
Morning tours are best to avoid crowds and heat. The waterfall is beautiful year-round, but the green season (May–November) offers stronger water flow.
You may see rescued jaguars, sloths, pumas, ocelots, monkeys, birds, and reptiles. The center focuses on rehabilitation and conservation of native Costa Rican wildlife.
The zipline experience typically lasts 1.5 to 2 hours and includes multiple cables through the forest canopy with scenic views.
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