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Arenal Volcano National Park Walk with Optional Hot Springs

We begin the tour by heading to the El Silencio Private Reserve, to get as close to the base of the volcano as possible. Next, we will walk approximately 1 kilometer along a volcanic stone path with a moderate degree of difficulty, until we reach the viewpoint, the closest point to volcano permitted to access. At the viewpoint, our guide will provide relevant information on the formation of the Arenal Volcano, its periods of activity, as well as unpublished details of its first eruption in 1968. Enjoy the excellent views of the Green Lagoon and Lake Arenal. With a little luck, this 1.5 km trail will provide us with the opportunity to see a wide variety of plants and animals that inhabit the rainforest, like toucans, turkeys, orioles, peccaries, snakes, and monkeys. At the end of the tour our driver will be waiting for us with a delicious snack of tropical fruit before returning to your hotel. Add a visit to the hot springs for additional cost and enjoy the thermal mineral waters.
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From $94
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Sloth watching in La Fortuna with a local tour guide.

Sloth watching is not easy when you don't know how to find them but You can come with me and learn all about sloth and facts of this Unique species of mammals. As well we can see all different kinds of wildlife during the walk.
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From $35
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Private Tour Hanging Bridges, Fortuna Waterfall & Arenal Volcano

This small groups tour is an excellent option to explore with a local naturalist the most amazing attractive areas of the Arenal area where you will be able to enjoy the most special views to the Arenal lake & Volcano which is surrounded by a thick jungle of tropical rain forest known worldwide for its great diversity with the largest mass of incredible biodiversity. This expedition offers the best chance to spoth 3 to 2 species of Toucans, two species of Sloths, at least 2 species of monkeys and much more.
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From $120
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2-Hour Private Místico Hanging Bridges Naturalist Walk

The concept of Singular Moment offers a scope of interpretation from a very local knowledge back up, maximizing the view from optic equipment to provide travelers the best appreciation and understanding of all the wildlife that surround us. Private guide service provided for the best advantage, ideal for couples or families. Valuable learning, quality pictures, but more important yet, a nice time to remember are some glimpses of this experience.
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From $136
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1-Hour Private Sloth Tour in the Rainforest from Costa Rica

This incredible one-hour walking tour will challenge your senses as you see these beautiful mammals camouflaging themselves wisely in the trees. You will find them sleeping, moving slowly or eating guarumo shoots, and you may even see their curious, seemingly smiling faces. Our expert tour guides will teach you everything you need to know about sloths and help you find the perfect pictures so you will always remember this wonderful experience with nature.
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Wildlife Rescue Center Tour in Costa Rica

This is an educational tour at a Wildlife Rescue Center located close to La Fortuna. It is a great chance for you to see wild animals, visit their enclosures, learn about the conservation efforts and have fun. It is a perfect, family friendly activity for all.
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Excellent Wildlife Tour in Bijagua de Upala

Bijagua is a unique town in a privileged location. We have access for this tour limited to a certain number of people per day so as not to affect the natural habitat of the animals. The tour is personalized to each group depending on the time you have. Each guide on this tour is trained to offer you the most accurate information about the biodiversity of Spring Paradise Bijagua. You decide what time to leave: 8:00 am, 10:00 am, 12:30 pm or 2:00 pm
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Ecogarden Arenal Sloth Tour

Eco Garden Arenal where we can appreciate a variety of plants, birds, frogs, turtles, alligators, becoming a pleasant and very entertaining tour. This is a personalized tour.
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From $60
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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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From $170.28
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Sloth Watching Trail

It’s an outdoor hiking tour through the rain forest with the help of a naturalistic guide to look for the sloths in the wild. We’ll be finding an average of four to six sloths in the area. We have about 2 miles trails with a rich biodiversity so we also be able to appreciate some birds, frogs, insects and other wildlife around. This adventure takes almost two hours to be done but it’s a gentile hike in a flat land 30 acres property. The trails are mostly under shade with some open areas so you only we’ll need some bug spray.
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See Details → Duration :130 to 2 hours
From $69
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Night tour La Fortuna

Night walk by nature, accompanied by a professional guide that provides a personalized service explaining each kind of species found in the area
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Combined Tour (Hanging Bridges, La Fortuna Waterfall, Arenal Volcano)

"Celeste" in Spanish means celestial, paradisiacal and also the light blue color of the clear sky. These adjectives perfectly describe the area you will visit in this tour. On the flanks of the Tenorio Volcano National Park, this 7 km hike takes you to the point where the river Mother Nature magically mixes the water of two crystalline streams, changing its color to the beautiful blue light we call Celeste. Continue to "the pots", the depressions in the clay-filled soil with supposed therapeutic properties and the Tenorio Volcano hot springs. The trail continues through the forest until you reach the dazzling waterfall of Rio Celeste. During all this time, the surrounding jungle is full of life forms, smells and incredible sounds.
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See Details → Duration :6 to 7 hours
From $190
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9-Day Best of Northwest Costa Rica from San Jose: Arenal Volcano National Park, Monteverde Cloud Forest and Guanacaste

Experience Costa Rica's northwestern highlights on this 9-day tour, including Arenal Volcano National Park, Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge, Monteverde Cloud Forest and Super Combo in Guanacaste. Explore the natural wonders of land and water, where approximately six percent of the world’s most bio-diverse species reside. Relax in a thermal hot spring as you watch the active Arenal Volcano, spot wildlife on a cruise through a tropical rainforest, explore the forest canopy on a Sky Walk and ride on horseback along mountain trails – with an extra day to relax at your leisure or continue your adventure with multiple options.
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Night Walk Experience at Natura Eco Park, (frogs snakes mammals insects birds)

Discover the depths of nature at nightfall on this tour through the Arenal Natura Ecological Park. See nocturnal animals in their natural habitat as you walk with your guide for 2 hours through the rain forest.
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From $56
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3-in-1 Arenal Hanging Bridges, La Fortuna Waterfall and Volcano Hike

Spend a full day exploring Costa Rica’s notoriously active crater on this 3 in 1 Arenal combo adventure. Hike through the jungle surrounding Arenal Volcano on a series of nature trails and hanging bridges, and trek down to the base of La Fortuna Waterfall to appreciate the height and power of the cascade and swim in a natural pool. Finish with a majestic perspective as you explore the lava fields of former eruptions and look for native wildlife along the trails of Arenal Volcano National Park.
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See Details → Duration :9 hours 30 minutes
From $240