Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Malpais February 2026 | Expedia.ca [Malpais Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Malpais.dx180698)[Hotels in Malpais](https://expedia.ca/Malpais-Hotels.d180698.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Malpais](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Malpais.d180698.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Malpais Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Malpais.d180698.Car-Rental-Guide)[Malpais Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Malpais.d180698.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Malpais ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Malpais Types of activities [Malpais travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Malpais.dx180698) ![Beautiful beach near Mal Pais. Pacific coast, Costa Rica.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180698/d971563a-ff22-4252-aaed-50d9f47ebae0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beautiful beach near Mal Pais. Pacific coast, Costa Rica.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180698/d971563a-ff22-4252-aaed-50d9f47ebae0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Morning run ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229233/2f1de194-6c18-42d6-ae67-cc75960caff6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Clear beach ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229233/ea89c237-80c1-466f-8593-245ac2bbfcf0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Fish market ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229233/b8636a0c-14e2-449d-a29d-07a7e35c1fc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Malpais Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Malpais has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Malpais is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Malpais to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Malpais Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Malpais. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Malpais attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Malpais ### Tours & day trips [See all 11 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=180698&location=Malpais&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Tortuga Island Snorkelling Boat Tour from Santa Teresa Costa Rica](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51242420/bd7b5028-dbed-43c7-8421-884664b10302.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tortuga Island Snorkelling Boat Tour from Santa Teresa Costa Rica 8h 30m Free cancellation available CA $178 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/tortuga-island-snorkelling-boat-tour-from-santa-teresa-costa-rica.a51242420.activity-details?&rid=180698&location=Malpais&swp=off) ![Inshore Fishing trip in Santa Teresa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3047480/f8e846cc-37e5-491e-a39e-ee59b7b712ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Inshore Fishing trip in Santa Teresa 3h 30m 8.6/10 8 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $492 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/inshore-fishing-trip-in-santa-teresa.a3047480.activity-details?&rid=180698&location=Malpais&swp=off) ![Experience Costa Rican Private Local Cuisine](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45032520/d63c7ee6-89a2-40ca-b610-410ac2a10158.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Experience Costa Rican Private Local Cuisine 2h Free cancellation available CA $94 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/experience-costa-rican-private-local-cuisine.a45032520.activity-details?&rid=180698&location=Malpais&swp=off) ![Surf Lessons in Santa Teresa with Transport from San José](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50699205/5cd35f91-0ec3-4ba3-b347-2ed72be9be24.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Surf Lessons in Santa Teresa with Transport from San José 14h Free cancellation available CA $479 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/surf-lessons-in-santa-teresa-with-transport-from-san-jose.a50699205.activity-details?&rid=180698&location=Malpais&swp=off) ![Spider Island Tour & Snorkelling and Bioluminescence from Tambor](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48707439/9338ad9c-1d02-42fa-a937-417ccdfa1707.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Spider Island Tour & Snorkelling and Bioluminescence from Tambor 8h 30m 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available CA $1,299 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/gulf-islands-tour-with-snorkelling-and-bioluminescence-from-tambor.a48707439.activity-details?&rid=180698&location=Malpais&swp=off) ![Curú Wildlife Refuge With Transport](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47540521/6f17b8e6-6199-4b0d-acd6-41271d53e43b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Curú Wildlife Refuge With Transport 6h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available CA $274 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/curu-wildlife-refuge-with-transport.a47540521.activity-details?&rid=180698&location=Malpais&swp=off) ![Offshore Fishing trip (Deep sea fishing)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47047109/0f3cd268-6eb2-4039-ad42-e750ab8b95b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Offshore Fishing trip (Deep sea fishing) 8h Free cancellation available CA $1,915 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/offshore-fishing-trip-deep-sea-fishing.a47047109.activity-details?&rid=180698&location=Malpais&swp=off) ![Curu Wildlife Refuge and Tortuga Island from Tambor](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49744865/a20c28ca-1f5a-4c8a-9082-9db9fa99e921.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Curu Wildlife Refuge and Tortuga Island from Tambor 7h 30m Free cancellation available CA $1,436 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/curu-wildlife-refuge-and-tortuga-island-from-tambor.a49744865.activity-details?&rid=180698&location=Malpais&swp=off) ![quad bike and Zipline Combo in Montezuma](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48883574/bda785f4-5cf2-413f-8496-ff08774a160c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### quad bike and Zipline Combo in Montezuma 4h 30m Free cancellation available CA $294 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/quad-bike-and-zipline-combo-in-montezuma.a48883574.activity-details?&rid=180698&location=Malpais&swp=off) ![Jungle Mountain Bike Adventures](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1983520/f230e9c3-199c-49bd-ac99-d13985f2fb83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Jungle Mountain Bike Adventures 3h Free cancellation available CA $130 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/jungle-mountain-bike-adventures.a1983520.activity-details?&rid=180698&location=Malpais&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 10 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=180698&location=Malpais&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![Experience Costa Rican Private Local Cuisine](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45032520/d63c7ee6-89a2-40ca-b610-410ac2a10158.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Experience Costa Rican Private Local Cuisine 2h Free cancellation available CA $94 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/experience-costa-rican-private-local-cuisine.a45032520.activity-details?&rid=180698&location=Malpais&swp=off) ![Selina Yoga Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2779928/21c5cb53-2da7-4edb-a440-27d8f6b106b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Selina Yoga Experience 2h Free cancellation available CA $56 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/selina-yoga-experience.a2779928.activity-details?&rid=180698&location=Malpais&swp=off) ![Costa Rica Chocolate Workshop Secret Forest Edition](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50894764/b0b485d4-7bbf-49e6-aa17-1476cfaeebb3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Costa Rica Chocolate Workshop Secret Forest Edition 3h Free cancellation available CA $149 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/costa-rica-chocolate-workshop-secret-forest-edition.a50894764.activity-details?&rid=180698&location=Malpais&swp=off) ![Surf Lessons, Summer 2025! Santa Teresa North, Costa Rica](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3607634/1e709043-4057-4321-9c77-3db89f624183.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Surf Lessons, Summer 2025! Santa Teresa North, Costa Rica 1h 30m 10/10 24 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $96 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/go-big-or-go-home-surf-lessons-santa-teresa-costa-rica.a3607634.activity-details?&rid=180698&location=Malpais&swp=off) ![Culinary & Food Retreat in Montezuma](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50882355/b6c9e7f4-8639-4095-b04a-f3858bfa71ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Culinary & Food Retreat in Montezuma 5d Free cancellation available CA $3,829 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/culinary-food-retreat-in-montezuma.a50882355.activity-details?&rid=180698&location=Malpais&swp=off) ![Pura Vida Mornings Montezuma's Breakfast and Tea Ritual](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50979111/da24a82d-e961-43f0-97f5-4a18c7f5118e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Pura Vida Mornings Montezuma's Breakfast and Tea Ritual 5h Free cancellation available CA $279 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/pura-vida-mornings-montezumas-breakfast-and-tea-ritual.a50979111.activity-details?&rid=180698&location=Malpais&swp=off) ![Private Surf Lessons in Cabuya](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48935343/9c9c0841-a320-464f-af14-45f5d2e9606c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Surf Lessons in Cabuya 1h 30m Free cancellation available CA $107 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-surf-lessons-in-cabuya.a48935343.activity-details?&rid=180698&location=Malpais&swp=off) ![Cooking Class in Puntarenas Province](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50888380/b4d25028-73f9-42f6-821e-5f7c97f09a44.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cooking Class in Puntarenas Province 2h Free cancellation available CA $174 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/cooking-class-in-puntarenas-province.a50888380.activity-details?&rid=180698&location=Malpais&swp=off) ![Specialised Group Surf Lesson in Playa Hermosa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46114973/5b505e40-fe49-4f5e-a579-55095a1869b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Specialised Group Surf Lesson in Playa Hermosa 1h 30m Free cancellation available CA $130 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/specialised-group-surf-lesson-in-playa-hermosa.a46114973.activity-details?&rid=180698&location=Malpais&swp=off) ![Herbal Tea Workshop Ritual with Beach Time - Santa Teresa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50901226/ed8461cc-7b42-4687-a4a7-bd499b8de6d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Herbal Tea Workshop Ritual with Beach Time - Santa Teresa 3h Free cancellation available CA $149 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/herbal-tea-workshop-ritual-with-beach-time-santa-teresa.a50901226.activity-details?&rid=180698&location=Malpais&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=180698&location=Malpais&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Experience Costa Rican Private Local Cuisine](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45032520/d63c7ee6-89a2-40ca-b610-410ac2a10158.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Experience Costa Rican Private Local Cuisine 2h Free cancellation available CA $94 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/experience-costa-rican-private-local-cuisine.a45032520.activity-details?&rid=180698&location=Malpais&swp=off) ![Discover Local Flavours in Montezuma](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51024427/9629765d-098a-40a3-a4b6-5ab21bd62a45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Discover Local Flavours in Montezuma 3h Free cancellation available CA $149 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/discover-local-flavours-in-montezuma.a51024427.activity-details?&rid=180698&location=Malpais&swp=off) ![Pura Vida Mornings Montezuma's Breakfast and Tea Ritual](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50979111/da24a82d-e961-43f0-97f5-4a18c7f5118e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Pura Vida Mornings Montezuma's Breakfast and Tea Ritual 5h Free cancellation available CA $279 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/pura-vida-mornings-montezumas-breakfast-and-tea-ritual.a50979111.activity-details?&rid=180698&location=Malpais&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Malpais | Number of things to do | 23 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Selina Yoga Experience](/things-to-do/selina-yoga-experience.a2779928.activity-details): CA $57 | | Top 5 things to do | [Surf Lessons, Summer 2025! Santa Teresa North, Costa Rica](/things-to-do/go-big-or-go-home-surf-lessons-santa-teresa-costa-rica.a3607634.activity-details)[Experience Costa Rican Private Local Cuisine](/things-to-do/experience-costa-rican-private-local-cuisine.a45032520.activity-details)[Discover Local Flavours in Montezuma](/things-to-do/discover-local-flavours-in-montezuma.a51024427.activity-details)[Private Surf Lesson in Playa Hermosa Santa Teresa](/things-to-do/private-surf-lesson-in-playa-hermosa-santa-teresa.a46357315.activity-details)[Curú Wildlife Refuge With Transport](/things-to-do/curu-wildlife-refuge-with-transport.a47540521.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Surf Lessons, Summer 2025! Santa Teresa North, Costa Rica](/things-to-do/go-big-or-go-home-surf-lessons-santa-teresa-costa-rica.a3607634.activity-details)[Experience Costa Rican Private Local Cuisine](/things-to-do/experience-costa-rican-private-local-cuisine.a45032520.activity-details)[Discover Local Flavours in Montezuma](/things-to-do/discover-local-flavours-in-montezuma.a51024427.activity-details)[Private Surf Lesson in Playa Hermosa Santa Teresa](/things-to-do/private-surf-lesson-in-playa-hermosa-santa-teresa.a46357315.activity-details)[Herbal Tea Workshop Ritual with Beach Time - Santa Teresa](/things-to-do/herbal-tea-workshop-ritual-with-beach-time-santa-teresa.a50901226.activity-details) | | With kids | [Surf Lessons, Summer 2025! Santa Teresa North, Costa Rica](/things-to-do/go-big-or-go-home-surf-lessons-santa-teresa-costa-rica.a3607634.activity-details)[Experience Costa Rican Private Local Cuisine](/things-to-do/experience-costa-rican-private-local-cuisine.a45032520.activity-details)[Private Surf Lesson in Playa Hermosa Santa Teresa](/things-to-do/private-surf-lesson-in-playa-hermosa-santa-teresa.a46357315.activity-details)[Curú Wildlife Refuge With Transport](/things-to-do/curu-wildlife-refuge-with-transport.a47540521.activity-details)[Tortuga Island Snorkelling Boat Tour from Santa Teresa Costa Rica](/things-to-do/tortuga-island-snorkelling-boat-tour-from-santa-teresa-costa-rica.a51242420.activity-details) | ## What to do in Malpais --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Malpais #### Montezuma Falls Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Montezuma Falls during your travels in Montezuma. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Montezuma-Falls-Cobano.d553248621532619291.Vacation-Attraction) #### Cabuya Island Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cabuya Island during your travels in Cóbano. You can seek out the surfing spots and yoga studios in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Cabuya-Island-Puntarenas-Province.d553248635975927351.Vacation-Attraction) #### Romelia Wildlife Refuge Explore the great outdoors at Romelia Wildlife Refuge, a lovely green space in Cóbano. You can seek out the surfing spots and yoga studios in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Romelia-Wildlife-Refuge-Cobano.d553248635976063183.Vacation-Attraction) #### Montezuma Gardens You can find out about the history of Montezuma with a visit to Montezuma Gardens. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Montezuma-Gardens-Cobano.d553248621532964793.Vacation-Attraction) #### Montezuma Catholic Church Montezuma Catholic Church is just one of the places to see in Montezuma, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beaches or discover the area's waterfalls. [](https://expedia.ca/Montezuma-Catholic-Church-Cobano.d553248635976063184.Vacation-Attraction) #### Lajas River Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lajas River during your travels in Cóbano. You can seek out the surfing spots and yoga studios in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Lajas-River-Cobano.d553248635998043860.Vacation-Attraction) #### Montezuma School Walk around the campus at Montezuma School as part of your travels around Montezuma. Stroll along the beaches or discover the area's waterfalls. [](https://expedia.ca/Montezuma-School-Cobano.d553248635976063186.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Malpais ![What a night this turned out to be. After a surf session, my kids talked me into going back down to the beach, and we were rewarded with this! #adventure](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229233/5a0a1ca5-9ef2-4bbc-aa27-3d3f15da7603.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Santa Teresa ![Tide out on the empty Bahia Ballena with no people on a sunny day near Montezuma, on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229233/e243a9a3-ae89-4337-ab32-d58756ea1404.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cóbano ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Malpais worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Malpais? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Malpais? ### Is three days enough to stay in Malpais? ### What are some activities to do in Malpais with kids? > - [Surf Lessons, Summer 2025! Santa Teresa North, Costa Rica](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/go-big-or-go-home-surf-lessons-santa-teresa-costa-rica.a3607634.activity-details) > - [Experience Costa Rican Private Local Cuisine](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/experience-costa-rican-private-local-cuisine.a45032520.activity-details) > - [Private Surf Lesson in Playa Hermosa Santa Teresa](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-surf-lesson-in-playa-hermosa-santa-teresa.a46357315.activity-details) > - [Curú Wildlife Refuge With Transport](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/curu-wildlife-refuge-with-transport.a47540521.activity-details) > - [Tortuga Island Snorkelling Boat Tour from Santa Teresa Costa Rica](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/tortuga-island-snorkelling-boat-tour-from-santa-teresa-costa-rica.a51242420.activity-details) ### What to do in Malpais for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Malpais? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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