# Guanacaste Spring Break 2027 Guide

> New for 2027: STS Travel's Guanacaste trip pairs Costa Rica's Pacific beaches with ziplines, surfing and volcano adventures.

URL: https://springbreak.com/destinations/guanacaste.html
Location: Costa Rica, International
Updated: 2026-11-11
2027 status: confirmed for 2027

## Key facts

- Fly into: LIR (Liberia)
- Drinking age: 18
- New for 2027: STS Travel

## 2026 popularity rating

Score: 43/100 (rank #16 of 21; visitation 2.5/5, search & social buzz 2/5, spring-break crowd 2/5; low confidence)

- STS only adds it for 2027, so it has no 2026 spring break history (source: https://www.travelpulse.com/news/destinations/caribbean-dominates-top-destinations-for-spring-break-2027)

## 2027 events and packages

- STS Travel's newest destination: Spring 2027 [confirmed for 2027] (source: https://www.travelpulse.com/news/destinations/caribbean-dominates-top-destinations-for-spring-break-2027)

Tour operators: STS Travel

Note: Not on springbreak.com. STS added it for 2027.

## Highlights

- Tamarindo: surf lessons, beach bars and sunset nightlife.
- Ziplining and hanging bridges through the cloud forest.
- Rincón de la Vieja volcano: hot springs and mud baths.
- Snorkeling and catamaran trips along the Gold Coast.

## Tips

- March is dry season, so it's sunny and hot.
- U.S. dollars are widely accepted alongside the colón.
- Your passport must be valid for your whole stay.

## FAQ

### Is Guanacaste a good spring break destination for 2027?

Guanacaste scored 43/100 (#16 of 21, "Mild") in our Spring Break 2026 popularity rating, based on visitation, search buzz and college crowds. New for 2027: STS Travel's Guanacaste trip pairs Costa Rica's Pacific beaches with ziplines, surfing and volcano adventures.

### What airport do you fly into for Guanacaste?

Fly into LIR (Liberia).

### What is the drinking age in Guanacaste?

The drinking age is 18.

### Which tour companies offer Spring Break 2027 trips to Guanacaste?

STS Travel offers trips to Guanacaste. Compare out-the-door prices, party packages and refund policies before booking.

### What's happening in Guanacaste for Spring Break 2027?

STS Travel's newest destination (Spring 2027).

### When is spring break 2027?

Most college spring breaks in 2027 fall between March 6 and March 28. Easter is March 28, 2027, which makes the season early and compressed.

## Videos

- Your Guide to Guanacaste - Costa Rica 2026 (Emma Terra): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qLmgnUwRh04
- 10 Best Things to Do in Guanacaste, Costa Rica (Jillu Travel): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dr8-l6C6u4o