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Birdwatching by the Lake Arenal

Discover the rich bird biodiversity of the Arenal area with our Birdwatching tour by Lake Arenal. This guided tour will take you through the trails and wetlands near the lake, where you can spot a wide variety of exotic birds such as toucans, hummingbirds, herons, and much more. Your expert guide will help you identify the different species and provide you with information about their habits and behaviors. Additionally, the natural landscape of the lake and its surroundings will captivate you with its impressive views. This tour is perfect for nature and birdwatching enthusiasts. Book now and experience a unique Costa Rican adventure with our Birdwatching tour by Lake Arenal!
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From $85
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Arenal Hanging Bridges Nature Tour

For nature lovers! Discover the enchantment of the nature walking on 15 bridges from 5 to 100 meters long, friendly design along 3 km rain forest circuit of interpretive trails built with paving blocks. Be amazed by the fascinating and colorful flora and fauna of the tropical rain forest with the perfect combination of the imposing vistas of the Arenal Volcano give you a unique memorable experience. Walk across the Hanging Bridges and gaze at a 18 meters (60 feet) waterfall within a comfortable nonslippery trail without steps and acquire a once in a lifetime bracing adventure.
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Horseback Riding to Arenal Volcano

Enjoy a complimentary hotel pickup and transfer from your centrally located Arenal accommodations to the starting point. Before taking the ride you will take part in a short safety briefing, given by your bilingual guide. Then, you’ll be ready for your 2-3 hours scenic horseback ride, surrounded by the Arenal rainforest, your guide will talk about the flora and the fauna of the area and teach you some history about the lava . You'll began at the base of the mountain and end, in the ancient lava of ARENAL volcano with the with the colossus in front of you. At the end of the tour you will return to your hotel in our transport vehicles
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From $95
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Arenal Volcano Lava Fields and Natural Hot Springs

Our tour starts at 1:30pm. We drive for 20 minutes to the entrance of the Arenal Volcano.Then , you will hike up adventurous trails to the highest part allowed explore , right there you can see the lava fields from the last eruption of the Volcano in (1968 and 2010) . Around 6 miles of extreme natural trails will be explored by you, there is a big possibility to find frogs,snakes, parrots and lots more. There is abundance of nature and the Arenal Volcano view is impressive. After the hike, we will take you to the Natural Hot Springs, relaxing in this place for about 1 hour. The drop off time at the hotels is around 5 30 pm.
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From $89
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La Fortuna: Arenal Volcano Hike (The petrified Lava Trail)

This tour is a must-visit in town. It is an easy walk full of history, nature, and amazing landscapes. Perfect for the whole family. Our tour starts with a drive to the western side of the volcano. Once there, we will start on a hike through the trail which crosses the rain forest and goes over a large lava flow from 1992. It is possible to observe a great variety of plants, wildlife, and magnificent lava formations. Once on top of the lava flow, you will have a beautiful view of Arenal Lake. The hike ends at a viewing area where – if weather permits – you will be able to have the spectacular scenery of the Arenal Volcano. On the tour, our experienced guides will provide interesting and educational information regarding the history of the majestic mountain and the Arenal Volcano National Park.
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Horseback Ride to La Fortuna Waterfall

A great way to visit the well-known “La Fortuna Waterfall” is by riding a horse through the forest and farms.Beautiful example of the Costa Rican country site will be found along the way, cattle farms and agriculture, also the chance to see some birds as oropendolas and tucans. When you’re ready to walk to the waterfall, the guide will lead you to a descending trail with about 600 steps of stairs as the canyon is quite steep. However a slow pace and a couple stops to catch some breath will take to the very base in nearly 20min. Ideal for relaxing in family !
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See Details → Duration :4 to 5 hours
From $130
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Flora and Fauna Garden at Danaus Eco-Center

The Danaus Eco-Center is a biological reserve where they develop conservation programs, training, environmental education, and sustainable production. It has trails through a secondary forest where you can observe a wide variety of plants and animals in their natural habitat.
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Sloth Observation Tour –Day or Night from Arenal

One of the most beloved animals of our country is the popular sloth. This animal captivates us with its tenderness and peculiar slow behavior. We cannot deny that we have envied their pace at sometime in our own lives. The La Fortuna area is a unique place when it comes to sloths. Our climate, protection, availability of food, and the essential absence of predators make this privileged property an amazing natural oasis. You have the option of enjoying the activity in the morning at 8:00 a.m., in the afternoon at 2:30 p.m., or at 5:30 p.m., as a night walk. The 2-toed sloths are more active at night.
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Arenal Volcano Rainforest & Natural History Tour

This is the quintessential Arenal Volcano tour to do when you’re in Arenal Volcano Area! The tour takes you through lush rainforest along the base of Costa Rica’s most-famous, active volcano.
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Rio Sarapiqui Rafting Class III (afternoon tour)

The only afternoon rafting tour in Arenal Volcano. If you are one of those people who sleeps late or want to take advantage of the morning for another activity, then this is the best rafting option for your family and friends. The Sarapiqui River is the perfect couple or family adventure, with fewer participants than the morning tour, giving a more private feeling. The rapids are perfect for first-time paddlers looking for a challenge or families interested in fun, set in the lowlands of the rain forest, you’ll get breathtaking views of tropical birds and lush jungle landscapes.
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Half Day Tour and Horseback Riding to La Fortuna Waterfall

Enjoy the unique landscape of the only nature reserve with direct access to La Fortuna Waterfall. Embrace your inner jungle explorer by venturing into the lush rainforest around Arenal Volcano on an exhilarating horseback ride from La Fortuna.  There you will ride for around 45 minutes to get to Pino Blanco Lookout, where you will leave the horse to start a hike for around 20 minutes going down 500 steps to arrive at the majestic La Fortuna Waterfall. Once there, you will have about 40 minutes to swing, take pictures, or just relax. After that, we will go back, and at the end, you will enjoy some fruits.  
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Private Transport Arenal to Puerto Viejo

Our private transport service is characterized by meeting all the requirements in times of pandemic, you will travel in our confortable car or vans, with WIFI and A/C. Our bilingual driver will take you safely from La Fortuna to Puerto Viejo in just 4-5 hours. In case you need something we will make a stop of few minutes to buy a souvenir shop or use bathrooms. We have 13 years of experience where our 25 modern vehicles have allowed us to offer our clients a variety of services, among which stand out personalized private transport with a confortable vehicle, drinks or snacks for their trip. We have vehicles available for all social classes, from VIP clients to backpackers. Our drivers are friendly, professional, punctual and always available to provide interesting information about Costa Rica, pick out fascinating wildlife along the way or even teach you a few words in Spanish.
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See Details → Duration :5 to 6 hours
From $345
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Arenal Rafting and Volcano Hike

Best way to experience Rafting anf volcano hike on the same day. We start at 8:00 am with the Class II-III Rafting and from La Fortuna. We start at 3 with the volcano hike.
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Arenal Volcano National Park Guided Hike

Join a guided tour of the Arenal Volcano area for better chances of spotting wildlife on the way to a scenic vista point overlooking Arenal. This is a unique opportunity where you can hike in the surroundings of an active volcano! Don't worry, it's not throwing lava anymore but it certainly left the lava trails where you will be walking around and be as close to this colossus and everything it represents such as the rainforest, home of animals, culture, amazing views, and fascinating history!
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Arenal Volcano Bird Watching Experience

Eco friendly experience! You'll leave from La Fortuna downtown area hotel and drive up into the lush green ridges of the Arenal volcano mountains The reserves you will visit provide habitat for some of the world's most beautiful and fascinating birds. An expert tour guide will help you identify each species by their names and characteristics, you will have time to take some photos of the birds and the landscape.
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