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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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From $97
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Explore Arenal - One Day Tour Mistico+ Waterfal+ Lunch+ Volcano

The best nature adventure here in Arenal with the visit a the Top places! All included with the best naturalist bilingual guides and service. At the end of the tour you can get FREE a ticket to enjoy thermal mineral pools. The day will begin with a visit to the MISTICO HANGING BRIDGES: A two-hour hike through the beautiful rainforest and a great opportunity to see animals such as monkeys, toucans, wild turkeys, sloths, a wide variety of birds and much more. Then we will continue visiting the breathtaking RIO FORUNA´S WATERFALL. A downhill hike through will bring you to the bottom of this amazing 60 meter high waterfall, where you can enjoy a delicious Costa Rican lunch and a break before continuing the adventure. Later, we will continue on a hike through secondary forest trails which will take us to the ARENAL VOLCANO SILENCIO LAVA FLOW TRAILS. A place with awesome views of the volcano and lake, during this hike you will learn about Arenal’s activity, history, flora and fauna.
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See Details → Duration :8 hours
From $159
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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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From $107.35
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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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From $71.29
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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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From $260
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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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From $115
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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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From $111.87
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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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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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Rio Celeste National Park Hike

At a two hour drive from La Fortuna we visit the Tenorio volcano national park. After some hiking we will get to the Rio Celeste (blue river). The blue color you can see is the result of a chemical reaction between two merging rivers containing different volcanic minerals. (Foto tenideros) It’s a very rare phenomenon which creates a fairytale- like beauty. The hike itself is medium tough and takes about 4 hours. It will take you to a waterfall, a lookout point and the place where the river changes colors. (Foto waterfall)With the help of the guide there is a good possibility of seeing wildlife. After the hike we’ll have lunch and start our drive back to la Fortuna.
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Rainforest Hiking, Sloth & wild life sanctuary, Celeste Waterfall Private Tour

Get an up close look at Costa Rica's hidden natural wonders with this Blu river waterfall, Finca verde Sloth's wild habitat and Tenorio rain forest hike. Follow an expert local guide through breathtaking scenery, rugged trails and truly beautiful attractions. This is the perfect way to explore outside the city and see what makes Costa Rica a top attraction for nature lovers
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From $200
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Venado Caves From Arenal

Our naturalist guide will start with a brief history of the caves and then go into the depths of this incredible journey. The caves were formed during the Miocene period, 15 or 20 million years ago. For many years they were under sea level and due to tectonic movements they surfaced.
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White Water Rafting Class II & III on the Amazing Balsa River

visit to the coffee plantation then to the production and professional demonstration building, presentation of the history and culture of coffee in Costa Rica
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4-in-1 Arenal Hanging Bridges, La Fortuna Waterfall, Volcano Hike & Hot Springs

Spend a full day exploring Costa Rica’s notoriously active crater on this 4 in 1 Arenal Volcano Combo Adventure. Make the most of your time with an adventurous tour of Arenal Rain Forest that features four of the region’s top experiences. You’ll venture across Hanging Bridges, see La Fortuna Waterfall, enjoy a Costa Rican traditional meal in a local Restaurant, then soak in the naturally steamy waters of Arenal Volcano Hot Springs. From local culture to wild nature, this combination tour ensures you don’t miss out on the best of Arenal.
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From $380
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Arenal National Park Adventure

This tour will simply amaze you, it starts with a short boat ride from the Arenal Lake Dam to the entrance of “La Península”, this path will take us through the forest in the most recent national park trails area, we will hike with amazing views of the Arenal Lake and enjoy fantastic lookouts, this trail is special for birdwatching and nature photography. Then we’ll go to areas that were once destroyed by volcanic activity and are now in the process of regeneration, a hike through the “Coladas Trail” will take us all the way to experience what no long ago were lava flows. Nature, geology and volcano history all in the hands of our professional guides. Arenal Volcano before the active period started on 1968 was covered by a lavish canopy of vegetation, the people who climbed Arenal’ s summit told that inside the crater there were big trees and they slept in places where there was some heat due to small steam outlets.
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From $89.27