ATV Waterfall & Organic Coffee Farm with Lunch

The best part of this Nosara outing is the mix of ATV adventure and local farm life. You ride dirt roads and mountain trails to a quiet waterfall, then continue uphill to Juan’s family coffee farm, where coffee, fruit, fresh juice, and lunch turn a motorized excursion into a real visit with a Costa Rican family.

I love the waterfall stop, especially because you get time to swim and explore instead of being rushed through for a quick photograph. I also like the farm visit: learning how coffee is grown, harvested, and prepared makes that morning cup mean a little more.

The main caution is the walk to the falls. You cross a rocky riverbed, and the route can be difficult for anyone with mobility problems. Sturdy shoes are important, and the tour requires at least four people unless Tierra Costa can arrange another option.

Key points to know before you book

• Waterfall time is flexible: You can swim, explore, and stay awhile rather than making a brief photo stop.
• The coffee farm is family-run: Juan and his family have practiced regenerative farming and sustainable methods for more than 30 years.
• The route is pleasantly varied: Expect ATV trails, mountain views, fruit trees, a waterfall, fresh coffee, juice, and lunch.
• Guides adapt to different riders: Junior has helped beginners feel comfortable, while more experienced riders still found the route fun.
• Lunch comes with a view: The organic meal is served at the farm, overlooking the hills and coast near Nosara.
• Plan around the group minimum: At least four people are required for the tour to operate, though smaller groups can ask about other arrangements.

From Nosara roads to mountain ATV trails

The experience begins at Tierra Costa NosaraCentro and returns to the same meeting point. The full outing takes about six hours, usually within the operating window of 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. That gives you a substantial half-day, not a quick add-on between beach stops.

You start by riding an ATV with a local guide along dirt roads and jungle trails. The route leads away from the town and up into the hills, with stops along the way for views of local life and the countryside. Junior, Abraham, and other Tierra Costa guides have been praised for adjusting their pace and help to the group.

That matters if your party has mixed experience. Beginners can need extra reassurance during the first part of an ATV ride, while experienced riders may want something more lively. This outing aims for a middle ground, with a route described as helpful for new riders but still pleasantly adventurous for those who already know their way around an ATV.

The tour is private, so only your group participates. That gives the guide more room to respond to your pace and interests than a large shared excursion would. It also makes the day easier for families or groups with different comfort levels.

The ATVs are not just transportation between attractions. They are a major part of the experience. You travel through the hills under your own power, stop at viewpoints, and see how the town gives way to rural roads and small-scale farming. If you want a quiet, paved-road sightseeing tour, this is not that. If you like a bit of dust, motion, and uneven ground, the route adds real character.

The rocky walk to a quiet waterfall

After riding into the hills, you stop at a natural waterfall. The setting is intended for time in the water and time on foot, not simply a quick look before returning to the vehicles.

The walk is the part to take seriously. You may need to travel through a rocky riverbed, so regular flip-flops are a poor choice. Teva-style water sandals worked for one visitor, but sturdy shoes will give you better footing. The route can be too hard for people with mobility limitations, even though the guide may be helpful and patient.

Once you reach the falls, you can swim and explore the surrounding area. The guides have been willing to let groups spend extra time there, which is useful if the water and setting become the high point of your morning. One group could have stayed all day, while another appreciated ending the trip at this quiet spot after visiting the farm.

The order of the stops may make the waterfall feel different from a standard waterfall tour. You are not simply hiking in, swimming, and heading home. The waterfall is one part of a longer mountain loop, with the coffee farm adding a cultural and food element.

Bring clothes that can get wet and shoes that can handle both water and rocks. The provided information does not specify changing facilities, so it is sensible to plan for a straightforward outdoor stop rather than a polished poolside setup.

Climbing higher to Juan’s coffee farm

From the waterfall, you return to the ATVs and ride farther up the mountain to a family-run organic coffee farm. Juan owns the farm and leads the visit, sharing how his family grows coffee and cares for the land.

The farm has followed regenerative farming practices and sustainable principles for more than 30 years. That gives the visit more substance than a simple coffee tasting. You learn about the plant from cultivation and care through harvesting and the steps that bring coffee to your cup.

The farm also grows orange, dragonfruit, avocado, and lime trees. Walking among several kinds of fruit plants helps explain how a working family farm can produce more than one crop. You also sample fresh juices and coffee during the visit, so the lesson is tied to things you can taste.

Juan’s family adds a personal side to the stop. You are not being led through a staged exhibit with signs at every turn. You are visiting a home and farm where the host explains his work directly. That makes this a good choice if you want to understand a little of the life behind Costa Rican food and drink.

The coffee section should hold a child’s attention better than a technical factory tour. A family with a mother and two 10-year-old boys found the process educational and engaging. The farm visit also works for adults who want to ask questions about growing coffee, fruit trees, and sustainable farming.

If you enjoy the coffee, bring some cash. The farm may have coffee available for purchase, but the supplied details do not specify prices or payment methods. Cash is a practical precaution, especially since you may want to take some home.

Organic lunch above the hills near Nosara

Lunch is served at the farm and is included in the $195 price. The meal is described as organic, with a view over the hills and coastlines near Nosara.

The setting is one of the strongest reasons to consider the full outing instead of booking a simple ATV ride. You eat at the family farm after seeing the crops and tasting the coffee, so the meal feels connected to the place. The view also gives you a pause from the engine noise and uneven trail.

The food has received unusually strong praise. It was described as excellent and delicious, and one group enjoyed lunch in what they considered the most beautiful setting of the day. Exact dishes are not listed, so you should not book this expecting a specific menu or a meal that fits a particular diet unless you confirm those details with Tierra Costa.

The price needs to be judged as a full-day-style package rather than an ATV rental. For $195 per person, you receive about six hours, a private guided ride, waterfall access with time to swim, a farm visit, juice and coffee tastings, and an included organic lunch. The value is strongest if you want all of those pieces. It is less compelling if you only want a short ATV ride or a quick waterfall visit.

The meal also breaks up the physical part of the day. Riding and walking on rocky ground can be tiring, so having lunch at the farm gives you a proper rest before the final ride downhill.

Returning by ATV instead of retracing a simple walk

After the farm visit and lunch, you get back on the ATVs and head down the mountain. The tour ends where it began at Tierra Costa NosaraCentro.

That return ride completes the loop and keeps the day moving. You are not dependent on a separate transfer from a remote farm, and you do not need to arrange your own way back after the waterfall. Since the tour is private, your group can finish together at the original meeting point.

The 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. operating hours offer some scheduling room, though the exact departure time should be confirmed when you book. Confirmation is sent within 48 hours, subject to availability. The tour is also near public transportation, which may help if you are staying in or around Nosara and do not have a car.

Weather matters. This is an outdoor experience involving dirt trails, a waterfall, and mountain roads, so poor weather can lead to cancellation. If that happens, you are offered another date or a full refund.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations made less than 24 hours before departure are not accepted, and the amount paid is not refunded. Keep the local time in mind when calculating the cutoff.

Who will enjoy this Nosara combination tour

I would choose this for a family, couple, or small private group that wants more than one activity in a day. The mix of ATV riding, swimming, coffee, fruit, lunch, and views keeps the outing from feeling one-note.

It is especially good for people who like meeting local producers. Juan’s farm is not an abstract coffee attraction. You see the trees, hear about the growing process, taste the finished product, and eat at the same family-run place.

Families can also make good use of the format. The guides have worked successfully with children and with a parent traveling alongside younger riders. The private setup helps, since your group does not need to match the schedule of strangers.

I would be more cautious if anyone in your party has trouble walking over uneven ground. The waterfall route includes a rocky riverbed, and that is the one part of the day that may limit participation. Ask Tierra Costa about current conditions and possible arrangements before booking if mobility is a concern.

This is also not ideal for someone who wants a luxury experience. The charm comes from dirt roads, a working farm, a natural waterfall, and a family lunch. You should expect an active outdoor day, not a polished resort excursion.

Practical details that affect your decision

The tour costs $195 per person and requires a minimum of four participants. A smaller party can contact Tierra Costa to discuss other options, but no specific alternative price or format is provided.

Because the activity is private, only your group participates. That is useful for families and friends, and it may help a beginner who needs more instruction. The guides have been described as accommodating, including providing a larger ATV for a family member who needed extra help with walking.

Wear sturdy shoes that can handle a rocky riverbed and a farm walk. Water sandals may work for some people, but footwear with solid support is the safer choice. Pack swimwear, clothes that can get wet, and a way to protect personal items from water and trail dust.

The tour is booked an average of 27 days ahead, so I would not leave it until the last minute if your Nosara dates are fixed. Confirmation takes up to 48 hours and remains subject to availability.

A 4.9 rating from 36 reviews, with 100 percent recommending the experience, points to a consistently strong operation. The praise centers on the guides, the waterfall, the farm, the lunch, and the way the day works for both beginners and experienced ATV riders. Those are also the elements that give this outing its value.

Should you book the ATV, waterfall, and coffee farm tour?

Book it if you want a full, active Nosara day that connects outdoor fun with local food and farming. The strongest combination is the waterfall swim, Juan’s personal coffee tour, and lunch with a view. The guides, including Junior and Abraham, add flexibility for mixed groups.

Skip it if you want a short excursion, dislike uneven trails, or need a highly accessible route. The rocky walk to the waterfall is the clearest limitation.

For most people who can manage the walk and enjoy riding an ATV, this is a well-rounded way to see the hills beyond Nosara. Bring sturdy shoes, allow the full six hours, and keep a little cash handy for farm coffee.

FAQ

Where does the tour begin and end?

It begins and ends at Tierra Costa NosaraCentro in Nosara, Guanacaste. The activity returns to the original meeting point.

How long does the experience last?

The tour lasts about six hours.

What does the $195 price include?

The price includes the guided ATV experience, the waterfall visit, the organic coffee farm visit, fresh juice and coffee samples, and organic lunch.

How many people are needed to run the tour?

A minimum of four people is required. If you are traveling with fewer than four, you can contact Tierra Costa to discuss other options.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. Only your group participates in the activity.

Can I swim at the waterfall?

Yes. The waterfall stop includes time to swim and explore the surrounding area.

What should I wear for the waterfall walk?

Sturdy shoes are recommended because the route includes a rocky riverbed. Water sandals may also work, but the walk can be difficult for people with mobility issues.

What happens if the weather is poor?

The experience may be canceled because it requires good weather. You will be offered a different date or a full refund.