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Arenal Hanging Bridges, Guided Walk, Hot Springs Optional

Explore the different levels of the tropical forest through suspension bridges. Trails adapted for the enjoyment and safety of all physical conditions. More levels of exploration = greater opportunity for species observation.
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From $84.75
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Lake Arenal Kayak Tour

Enjoy a great time kayaking on Lake Arenal and give yourself the chance to see breathtaking views of Arenal Volcano.  Anhingas, flycatchers, kingfishers and the howler monkeys calling in the distance are waiting for you!
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From $77.97
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Arenal Hanging Bridges in Mistico Park

This is one of the most beautiful environmental projects in Costa Rica, Arenal Hanging Bridges is a combination of trails and hanging bridges situated near Volcano Arenal. This nature preserve shelters a great variety of flora and fauna including many native and migratory birds. These 3.1 kilometers of trails include views of Arenal Volcano, crossing of 14 bridges (6 are hanging bridges), and an opportunity to appreciate the great diversity that is typical of the rain-forest. With our local experts guides we will try to find animals around the paths and explain about their environment.
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based on 65 reviews
See Details → Duration :3 to 4 hours
From $70
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White Water Rafting Canyoning Combo Maquique Adventure

Offers a unique experience with nature, rappelling through waterfalls as you traverse a canyon creek. Along the way you will come across water springs, jump into naturally formed water pools, and zip line past the forest trees. Maquique offers a total of 5 rappels, 3 of which descend through waterfalls, and one zip line as you trek through the canyon’s creek, cacao. At the end of the tour we will hike through the rainforest for about 13-16 minutes. If you are looking for adventure near to the Arenal con with us an enjoy the waterfall rappeling. An incredible experience in the tropical waters of the rainforest where you will stop watching and become an extreme adventurer 10 kilometers from the river, enjoy the best guides
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From $170
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Canopy Tour with Superman and Tarzan Swing in La Fortuna

Enjoy the most exciting and thrilling canopy around Costa Rica! More than 500 acres of cloud forest with an amazing view: 8 cables (+three additional long adventure cables), towers and platforms, trails,  hanging bridges, the amazing Tarzan swing and to the ones that likes extreme: additional cable of Superman of 750 meters.   The tour run by professional guides and includes lunch and juice.
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based on 58 reviews
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From $98
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Sloth Tour in La Fortuna - Arenal

Three toed or two toed sloth? Both! Arenal area is one of the best places to see both types of sloths in their natural inhabitant and our eagle-eyed expert guides know perfectly the hot spots to find them. We will visit a private park in La Fortuna where we will have the opportunity to observe sloths in their natural habitat.
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See Details → Duration :3 hours 30 minutes
From $95.99
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Frog Watching Jungle Night Walk

Forest Night Walk to observe Frogs, Insects, Nocturnal mammals, Reptiles and more. Included in the tour: Transportation Entrance fee Naturalist Bilingual Guide Bottle of water Flashlight
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From $62.15
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Arenal Oasis Night Walk from Arenal

Experience Arenal´s only wild frogs sanctuary at night, when colorful tree frogs and other rainforest wildlife are most active and most easily observed.
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From $67
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Sloth Watching Tour

The tours are available during the day from 7am to 4pm, here our guides and staff members will be waiting for you to give one of the greatest experience and must do experiences in Costa Rica and Arenal area. Smal Rainforest where you will have the oporttunity of finding two and three toes sloth as well the beatifull poison froags and some species of birds such as the Toucan. nice short activity if you dont have time to visit all the attractions of the country.
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See Details → Duration :130 to 2 hours
From $68
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Arenal Volcano Expedition

Discover the ultimate Arenal adventure with us! Hear the rumble and feel the power of the Arenal Volcano as we journey to the closest accessible viewpoint. Take in the breathtaking views of the Green Lagoon and Lake Arenal while walking through a volcanic stone path. Experience the sweet aroma of the regenerating forest and keep your eyes peeled for exotic wildlife such as toucans, snakes, and monkeys. Learn from our expert guide about the Arenal Volcano's formation, activity periods, and first eruption in 1968. Savor the taste of a delicious tropical fruit snack before heading to your La Fortuna Hotel. And after a day of adventure, relax and rejuvenate in your choice of hot springs (additional cost). Join us for an unforgettable Arenal Volcano tour!
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From $50
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Full-Day Arenal Inspirations Combo: Waterfall, Bridges, Volcano

Your private guide will take you to the Hanging Bridges, Arenal Volcano, and the picturesque La Fortuna Waterfall to spend an unforgettable day hiking through the lush Costa Rican rainforest, and witness three of the most-inspiring sites in the Arenal, La Fortuna area of Costa Rica. You'll hike across the Arenal Hanging Bridges; take a leisurely nature hike in a nature reserve that aligns the Arenal National Park -- this is the closest you’ll get to the Arenal Volcano -- Enjoy a delicious lunch and then visit the massive and breathtaking La Fortuna waterfall. This is one of our Top 10 COMBO tours in Costa Rica!
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From $149
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Costa Rica Campesino Farm Tour

We will start the tour with a delicious welcome drink prepared with the fresh fruits of the area. Our guide will highlight the main objectives of the farm, which include the promotion of the sustainable use of natural resources and preservation of Costa Rican customs and traditions. After this warm welcome, we will get to try milking cows by hand. Anyone can participate in this experience, especially the little ones. Next, we will participate in the process of extracting cane juice and have the opportunity to taste the juice with combined with a variety of ingredients such as liquor, peppermint, and other products obtained from the farm. We will visit a small archaeological ranch where we can observe different indigenous pieces and use them in the creation of artisanal cocoa. At the end of the tour, we will share a lunch made with farm-fresh products such as cheese, tortillas, hash, and more. Undoubtedly, this is an experience full of culture, tradition, and Costa Rican customs.
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based on 19 reviews
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From $80
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Nocturnal Walk in the Hanging Bridges

This Noctural Walk in the Hanging Bridges allow the visitors to immerse in a lush rainforest with natural trails surrounded by wildlife species and discovering the spectacular Costa Rica Wildlife in its natural habitat. Keep an eye open to see Sloths, Frogs, variety of Snakes, Owls, lizards, insects, and bioluminescent fungus. The tour includes Naturalist certified guides and flashlights.
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based on 25 reviews
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From $61
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Day Trip to Caño Negro Including Río Frio Boat Experience from La Fortuna

Nature Lovers! This tour will take you for a boat ride on the Río Frío, starting at Los Chiles, near the Nicaraguan border. This river is part of the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge – a Ramsar site- here you will find one of the most diverse flora and fauna habitats in Costa Rica. Along the river you can see lots of birds like the snake-bird, herons, cormorants and animals such as: howler, spider or even white face monkeys, three-toed sloth’s and some reptiles like caimans, Jesus Christ lizards and turtles.
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based on 50 reviews
See Details → Duration :8 hours
From $93.79
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Canyoning and Arenal Rafting (COMBO TOUR)

This tour starts at a local farm where the locals will give you a warm welcoming, after the guides dress you up with the harness, helmet and gloves, we will take a short hike of 5 minutes to immerse in the dense vegetation in order to find our hidden canyon, once we get the first training rappel the guides will offer a safety speech, and start going down the first rappel of 49 ft. As skills progress and confidence grows, you will descent 3 more rappels every one with different challenges. The heights of the waterfalls on this tour are between 49 ft and 131 ft. First, you’ll descend into a breathtaking world of cascading waterfalls, hidden trails, and rocky cliffs. Rappel down vertical drops, leap into refreshing pools, and navigate through narrow gorges, surrounded by the lush tropical rainforest. After an invigorating canyoning session, it’s time to take on the untamed rivers of Costa Rica in a thrilling white water rafting adventure.
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based on 32 reviews
See Details → Duration :8 hours
From $160