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Rio Celeste and Tenorio National Park Hike + Lunch from La Fortuna

Enjoy a complimentary hotel pickup and transfer from your centrally located Arenal accommodations to the starting point, on a scenic 2-hour drive through landscapes and wildlife habitats. The tour arrives at the Tenorio Volcano National Park, were you will begin your 7 km hike (approximately 4 hours) through the tropical rain forest; along the way, your guide will help scout for animal sightings and point out highlights of passing flora and fauna. You'll be able to take a look of “Los Teñideros” of the Rio Celeste, the site where two streams of crystalline water come together and form the heavenly color blue that gives the river its name. The tour returns through trails, rich with ecological wonders. You’ll continue the hike through the jungle and will get to see a spectacular waterfall whose color is one of a kind. At the final of the journey your reward will be an exquisite Costa Rican typical lunch, then you will ride back to the hotels in La Fortuna.
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See Details → Duration :8 to 9 hours
From $135
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Arenal White Water Rafting + Free Photos + Free lunch + MonkeyPark

Are you looking for the thrill of a lifetime? Enjoy with us 13 km of extreme adventure in our rafting class III & IV, where you can experience the challenging waters in the river, while paddling hard in the best rapids, take your adrenaline to the máximum, enjoy beautiful scenery, do not miss the opportunity to go where our adventure takes you.  To conclude your best challenge, enjoy a swim, tropical fruits, refreshing drinks and our famous delicious lunch. ¡No look further, keep calm and go rafting!
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See Details → Duration :5 hours
From $97
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Arenal Volcano Hiking Trails Guided Tour

This walk is guided, and is offered in Spanish and English, with small groups of a maximum of 15 people, which allows greater interaction and dynamics in the activity. The sensation of walking through the lava flows formed by volcanic activity, and knowing the history and impact of the 1968 eruption, and how the town was reborn after almost total destruction, will change the perspective of your visit to this wonderful town. Indispensable practice friendly to the environment: BRING YOUR OWN WATER BOTTLE.
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See Details → Duration :4 to 6 hours
From $69.55
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Night Tour

The activity takes place at the end fo the day so you will enjoy the transition in the rainforest so you can see incredible wildlife we have to discover. You will walk for about 1 hour with daylight and 1 hour in the darkness of the forest. Our natural trail offers the opportunity of finding sloths birds such as toucans frogs, snakes and some other things hidden in the forest.
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See Details → Duration :2 hours
From $65
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Río Celeste Nature Hike and Swimming experience at the blue river

 Discover one of the hidden mysteries of Costa Rica tucked next to the TENORIO´S VOLCANO. Here we will hike through the beautiful rainforest. Along the way, we will visit the BLUE LAGOON and LOS TEÑIDEROS, a place where two streams with different minerals and chemical composition meet and change color to a heavenly turquoise blue. At the last stop we will enjoy the magnificent RIO CELESTE WATERFALL. We also will stop at our beautiful spot to swim on the river, relax, share and to have a delicious costarican lunch.
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See Details → Duration :8 hours
From $80
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La Fortuna White-Water Rafting, Canyoning, and Tarzan Swing Tour

Experience the combination of  white water rafting adventure on the Balsa river ( with lush waterfalls, exotic animals, beautiful and colourful tropical birds and plenty of white water)  and Rappel down five descends with surprises at every step: one from a tree, one from a hanging bridge and three in the waterfall, total of 100 meters. Finish with super fun Tarzan swing and a car tractor wagon ride through the cloud forest.
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See Details → Duration :8 hours
From $150
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Private Transport Arenal to Papagayo

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 Rio Celeste in just 2 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 luxury 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 :2 hours
From $245
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The Mistico Hanging Bridges

Arenal Volcano Rainforest & Natural History Tour – ( HANGING BRIDGES TOUR ) This is the quintessential Arenal Volcano tour to do when you’re in La Fortuna! Discover a natural paradise of trails and hanging bridges as you stroll along the beautiful natural paths of the Mystic Park. Connect with nature and observe the flora and fauna from a more intimate perspective while you have the opportunity to walk through the forest, hang from the branches or fly above the treetops like an eagle. Admire the stunning views from La Catarata Bridge and learn more about the rainforest with the help of a naturalist guide. Hear about the animal life, geography, history of the region and admire stunning views of the volcano, depending on the weather. This tour is adventure in the rainforest in Arenal, where you can explore and see animals, plants, and take lot pictures.
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See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $72
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Full-Day Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge Boat Tour

Near to the Nicaragua border  in the  little  town of Los  Chiles   you will embark in a  safari boat ride on Río  Frío , this river  is  part of the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge one of the most important wetlands in the world. Admire the richness of flora and fauna characterized by a variety of residents and migratory birds, three different species of monkeys, iguanas, sloth, turtles and caimans. Delight a delicious typical lunch on the way back to the hotel.
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See Details → Duration :9 hours
From $95
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Arenal Wilberth Stable

This adventure begins at the foot of the volcano on our private estate, surrounded by natural beauty and farm animals. Then you will meet our beautiful, healthy and safe horses, which for years have been trained to perform this activity safely. You will receive the basic training to manage your horse from our guide
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See Details → Duration :2 hours 30 minutes
From $73.6
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Arenal Volcano Tubbing Tour (class 1 and 2) + Hot springs included

This tour is ideal for people who are looking for adrenaline but also want to rest and relax!. Costa Rica top 10 Tubing Tour & Floating experience It is only 5 minutes drive from the main reception to the river canyon. Best things to do at the Arenal Volcano. After 5 minutes walk through the forest we arrive to the Maleku Village at the botton of the Arenal River. Natives will perform a 20 minutes introduction to their culture, medice and trditions. After, we will take to tubs and hike 10 minutes till get to the river, where we will enjoy the tubing adventure and have a short briefing about security. After a short walk, we arrive at the foot of the river, where the tubing starts. Then everyone gets his proper rafting “tube” to make the adrenaline in your body seek its way out, while you have to navigate through Arenal River crystal clear rapids. Afterwards we go to the changing rooms and get back to Go Adventure base to continue with your next adventure.
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From $75
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Cloud Forest Hike - Water National Park: Juan Castro Blanco National Park

On this tour, you will go on a 1.5-hour drive from La Fortuna to Juan Castro Blanco National Park. There, you will be able to observe several types of birds such as the Red Brocket Deer, White Faced Capuchin Monkey, Armadillo, Paca, Tapir, and several cat species.
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From $164.98
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2-in-1 Arenal Volcano Combo Tour: La Fortuna Waterfall and Volcano Hike

Enjoy a wonderful outdoor adventure including two great activities in Arenal. If you have limited time or simply you don’t want a full day tour; this one is specially designed for you. It will allow you to see and explore the beauties of the rainforest on a hike in Arenal Volcano National Park and by visiting La Fortuna Waterfall. Your tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off and a delicious lunch.
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See Details → Duration :7 hours
From $170.28
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Arenal Best 4 Attractions (Full day - Combo) Incl. Lunch & Dinner

Is your time limited? Want to get the most out of your day? Enjoy the 4 most representative and popular attractions in La Fortuna; all in 1 amazing day. Experience a great combination of outdoor activities including Arenal hanging bridges, La Fortuna waterfall, Arenal volcano, and Hot Springs.
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See Details → Duration :9 to 10 hours
From $264.42
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Arenal Highlights (arenal 1 Day) + Baldi Hot Springs & Dinner

  4 tours in one day.  -Mistico Hanging Bridges from 8am to 11am. -La Fortuna Waterfall from 11am to 1:30pm. Lunch time for one hour. -Arenal Volcano Walk from 2:30 to 5:30pm. -Relaxing Hotsprings from 5:30 to 8pm Dinner time from 8pm to 9pm Departure: 7:30am Return: 9:30pm Includes: Transportation, all entrance fees, bilingual naturalist guide, water, lunch and dinner. What to bring: Camera, binoculars, comfortable clothing, raincoat, walking shoes, insect repellent, swimsuit, towel, sandals and extra clothes.
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See Details → Duration :11 to 14 hours
From $200