Activities & Tours: Central Valley

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Witness the Spectacular Arenal Volcano on a Guided Hiking Tour

Join us on an exciting guided hike to admire the majestic Arenal Volcano. This tour takes you through the lush tropical forest of Arenal National Park until reaching the base of the volcano, where you can enjoy stunning panoramic views of the volcano and its surroundings. Your expert guide will provide interesting information about the history of the volcano and its impact on the region. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to observe local flora and fauna in their natural habitat. Whether you are an experienced hiker or a beginner, this tour is suitable for all skill levels. Book now and experience one of Costa Rica's most impressive natural wonders on this guided tour to Arenal Volcano!

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based on 17 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours 30 minutes
From $73

Rafting Balsa River from La Fortuna - III & IV Class

Raft 9 miles (14.5 kilometers) down the Balsa River with more than 30 continuous rapids, while leaving plenty of time for swimming and eating Costa Rican fruits. Afterwards, your guide rewards you with water, towels and takes you to lunch at a local restaurant in La Fortuna. Rio La Balsa is also surrounded by lush vegetation, giving you the opportunity to observe a variety of wildlife during the tour, including sloths, iguanas, toucans and monkeys.

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based on 5 reviews

See Details → Duration :5 hours
From $123

Mistico Park Hanging Bridges & La Fortuna Waterfall | Best Tours for families

This tour combines a walk along Arenal’s hanging bridges and a visit to the La Fortuna Waterfall. It offers travelers exposure to some of Arenal’s best attractions. Starts at 7:20 am you’ll be picked up from your hotel and head towards the Hanging Bridges. These bridges are set within one of the most important reserves in the area. The reserve has trails that run through the heart of the rainforest, as well as treetop suspension bridges. The suspension bridges extend through the forest canopy and give you the chance to see the forest from a different perspective. As you walk along the bridges, be on the lookout for birds, monkeys, and other animals. La Fortuna Waterfall is representative of the Arenal area and is absolutely stunning. The 195-foot fall creates a natural fresh-water pool, which is perfect for travelers who are up for swimming. The waterfall is surrounded by lush rainforest and is extremely scenic. It’s a good place to take photographs and appreciate the scenery.

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based on 1 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 to 4 hours
From $169

Mistico Park Arenal Hanging Bridges & Volcano Walk

We visit the highlights of La Fortuna(Hanging Bridges and Volcano Hike). We also make sure you see a Sloth.

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based on 3 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 to 4 hours
From $138

Sky Walk with Tour Guide From Arenal

Sky Walk, is a guided or unguided tour perfect for nature lovers. Is an excellent combination between walking in the exuberant rainforest of the Arenal area and the extreme adventure of the suspended bridges.

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See Details → Duration :4 hours
From $80.85

Arenal Jungle Trekking & Cultural Experience

¡FOR TREKKING LOVERS! Venture into the heart of the lush and exclusive jungle surrounded by beautiful springs with this medium-level hiking near the Children's Eternal Rainforest Reserve just 15 minutes from Arenal. These trails are ideal for hiking lovers with around 7km of adventure in the middle of second-growth forest and old-growth forest, with the possibility of seeing some species of birds, monkeys and, with great luck, sloths. At the end of the circuit, you will have the opportunity to swim in a small natural pool as the goal of the great feat accomplished. As a complement to the excursion, we will move on to lunch time to enjoy a delicious homemade wood-fired meal, highlighting preparing, cooking, and tasting empanadas and seasoning beans with the best traditional flavors of Costa Rica. Indispensable practice friendly to the environment: BRING YOUR OWN WATER BOTTLE.

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based on 5 reviews

See Details → Duration :5 hours 30 minutes
From $96.05

Zipline over La Fortuna Waterfall

11 cables above the treetops Spectacular views of the Arenal Volcano and Cerro Chato No experience necessary.

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based on 1 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 to 4 hours
From $97

Canyoning Waterfall Rappelling Adventure in Costa Rica

Enjoy this amazing tour in where you will do: 5 Rappels, 3 of which descend through waterfalls. Unique rappels with ascending difficulties, providing a more balanced adrenaline experience. 2 zip line surrounded by lush natural rainforest. Experienced, patient, and friendly bilingual tour guides. A single guided rappel offered halfway through the tour provides a sense of relief for the inexperienced client and an adrenaline rush for the experienced rappeller. A 60 meter waterfall marks the finish line for the final descent of this tour.

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See Details → Duration :4 hours
From $147

Early Bird Watching Tour

Minimum of 3 hours tours Breakfast Included Transportation Included Naturalist Bilingual Guide Spotting Scope Drinks Great Scenery and Good knowlege

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based on 12 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 to 4 hours
From $107.35

Morning Kayaking by Arenal Lake

Wonderful experience at Lake Arenal with unbeatable views of the Arenal Volcano and its lush green surroundings. You will explore various areas of the lake in search of exotic wildlife such as monkeys and beautifully colored tropical birds. To further enjoy the serenity, you will stop at a small island where we will serve you some of Costa Rica's fresh tropical fruits. Do not return home without living this experience. Indispensable practice friendly to the environment: BRING YOUR OWN WATER BOTTLE.

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based on 6 reviews

See Details → Duration :4 hours
From $71.29

Sky Adventures Arenal : Zipline - Sky Tram & Sky Walk (guided)

Explore the dramatic landscapes of Arenal from the air with a day at Sky Adventures Park. Hike through the treetops on the Sky Walk, ride a gondola to a lookout point over Arenal Volcano on the Sky Tram, and soar above the mountains and rain forest on the thrilling Sky Trek zipline course. Take your pick of sky-high activities, or do all three for an unforgettable Arenal adventure. On our Sky Trek in Arenal, you ride up the mountain on the streetcar and then return to the base riding our thrilling zip lines, making it a perfect adventure activity without foot segments: hop off and jump to the next cable. You'll travel on 7 cables that climb up to 200 m (656 ft) high and 750 m (2460 ft) long where you'll be amazed by breathtaking heights, speeds reaching 70 km/h (43.5 mph), views and because you'll be able to admire the surrounding mountains like nowhere else.

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based on 20 reviews

See Details → Duration :4 hours
From $260

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges

Discovering the wonderful secrets hidden in this forest means finding a wildlife sanctuary; the high density of biodiversity makes this trails a unique place for observing species spotted along the way. When going on the self-guided tour, pay special attention to the different layers of the rainforest, from the treetops, the understory and the forest floor; this way you will be able to appreciate many of the species housed by this spectacular biological corridor.

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based on 2 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $115

Chocolate & La Fortuna Waterfall Adventure

With the view of the majestic Arenal Volcano in La Fortuna of San Carlos, enjoy the sweetest rainforest experience, discovering the ancient secrets of chocolate: from its discovery and use in tropical America to the processing of the product as we know it and enjoy it today .

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based on 1 reviews

See Details → Duration :4 hours
From $111.87

Arenal River Tubing & Horseback Riding Adventure

Go full out when you’re in Costa Rica with this adventure! First, float down the Rio Arenal on a tube (Class I and Class II rapids), where you will explore nature from water Then, get ready to complete your adventure with a picturesque horseback ride through the rainforest The best way to get to know the Arenal and connect with the forest! •Ride through Class I and Class II rapids •Watch for wildlife in their natural environment •Pickup and drop-off in La Fortuna hotels •Ideal choice for families

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based on 1 reviews

See Details → Duration :4 hours
From $160

Entrance fee to Arenal Volcano Ecological Park

Trails to the volcanic lavas, two tourist class options with a 2-kilometer route to the base of the volcano and for the more adventurous 3 kilometers in the jungle. //// Two trails to get to the volcano lava flows. Tourist class 2 kilometers of amazing views and wildlife observation. Also 3 kilometer of trails for the more adventures in the jungle. Outdoor and indoor camping areas. We have tent rental service. In addition, showers, kitchens, toilets and the basics for the camping experience.//// Outdoor and indoor camping areas. We have tents rental service. Also showers, kitchens, toilets and the basics for the camping experience. Go wild for a while

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based on 6 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 to 5 hours
From $50

Activities & Tours: Central Valley

Witness the Spectacular Arenal Volcano on a Guided Hiking Tour

Rafting Balsa River from La Fortuna - III & IV Class

Mistico Park Hanging Bridges & La Fortuna Waterfall | Best Tours for families

Mistico Park Arenal Hanging Bridges & Volcano Walk

Sky Walk with Tour Guide From Arenal

Arenal Jungle Trekking & Cultural Experience

Zipline over La Fortuna Waterfall

Canyoning Waterfall Rappelling Adventure in Costa Rica

Early Bird Watching Tour

Morning Kayaking by Arenal Lake

Sky Adventures Arenal : Zipline - Sky Tram & Sky Walk (guided)

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges

Chocolate & La Fortuna Waterfall Adventure

Arenal River Tubing & Horseback Riding Adventure

Entrance fee to Arenal Volcano Ecological Park

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