Activities & Tours: Central Valley

Awesome Class 3 Balsa River Rafting 5-Hour Tour in La Fortuna

The Balsa River is dam-controlled and is renowned for its relatively continuous Class 2 and 3 rapids, providing an exciting yet safe adventure for all skill levels. Most rapids are found in the first hour of the trip. These rapids offer excitement and safety, ensuring a memorable journey for beginners and experienced rafters. As you travel down the river, you'll be surrounded by the captivating beauty of Costa Rica's lush rainforests, pristine waterfalls, and a rich tapestry of exotic flora. You'll want to keep your eyes peeled for the abundance of wildlife that calls this area home. Bird enthusiasts will delight in the toucans, kingfishers, and herons as they dart and soar along the riverbanks. Howler monkeys might greet you with their distinctive calls from the treetops, and you might even be lucky enough to spot the elusive, slow-moving sloth hanging lazily from the branches overhead.

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based on 17 reviews

See Details → Duration :5 hours
From $90

Sloth Tour

The sloths play important roles in the diversity of ecosystem. Many of them have already suffered great losses from the ceaseless destruction of their habitats. Many are severely threatened and too many will soon be in danger of extinction if we do not confront the increasing threats facing them. For these reasons, we feel compelled to educate society to ensure their survival in this era. These mammals have incredible information about evolution, sustainability, and conservation to teach us about. Come and participate in this educational experience that will show you these animals in their natural habitat.

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based on 32 reviews

See Details → Duration :1 to 1 hours 30 minutes
From $30

Arenal Volcano Hike from La Fortuna

Adventure yourself on the 1968 trails on the Arenal Volcano. While walking, you will have the opportunity to observe a variety of plants, wildlife, volcanic rock formations and Lake Arenal. This is a very historic walk since you will learn about the Colossus of Arenal which has a direct influence on the economy and local culture.

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based on 13 reviews

See Details → Duration :4 hours
From $71

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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based on 99 reviews

See Details → Duration :2 hours
From $35

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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See Details → Duration :3 hours
From $58

Walk in Río Celeste in Tenorio Volcano National Park

1- Private and new minivan transportations just for the travelers of the tour. 2- Profesional guides with equipment like telescopy and binoculars for the travelers. 3- It is not a tour, It is an experience for locals, we have more than 25 years of leaving on La Fortuna. 4- Private place for a swing in a river with the same color like Rio Celeste.

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based on 8 reviews

See Details → Duration :8 to 9 hours
From $95.51

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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based on 81 reviews

See Details → Duration :1 to 1 hours 30 minutes
From $30

Arenal rain forest night tour

This tour is an excellent opportunity to observe local wildlife in its natural environment in the Arenal area accompanied by a naturalist guide specializing in tropical flora and fauna. In this night walk you can see Frogs with eyes, as well as Sloths, Armadillos, Anteaters, Spectacled Owl , Black and white Owl and much more. The guide will provide you with flashlights in addition to taking your optical equipment with you so that you can observe the fauna up close as well as having the chance to take photos with your own cell phone using the telescope to obtain unique pictures

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based on 4 reviews

See Details → Duration :2 hours
From $58

Private Arenal Volcano Hike

You found the best path in La Fortuna de San Carlos to walk near the volcano, walking on lava from the 1992 eruption, you will be able to enter the mountain where there is a great possibility of observing a great variety of fauna that the path offers us due to its density of km of mountain, in addition to a great variety of fauna, there you will be able to observe the 3 types of forest that are found in Costa Rica. We are also an Eco friendly farm, and you will be shown how we generate our own electricity for daily consumption on the farm. We can assure you that you will have a wonderful experience.

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based on 1 reviews

See Details → Duration :2 hours 30 minutes
From $35

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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based on 75 reviews

See Details → Duration :7 hours
From $170.28

Safari Float, Fortuna Waterfall and Typical lunch

You do not have much time and you want to see the most attractions Eat typical food Know how a Costa Rican family lives in the rural area Travel through the calm waters of a river and enjoy the monkeys Jump into the crystal clear waters of a waterfall over 150 feet high Eat the best lunch in the area with a delicious coffee

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based on 15 reviews

See Details → Duration :6 hours
From $154

Hanging Bridges + Volcano Hike + La Fortuna Waterfall

Start your day as you hike across the 2 mile Arenal Hanging Bridges and see the jungle from high above the forest. Your naturalist guide will teach you about Costa Rican culture, history, while you experience what we like to call "nature therapy." Immerse yourself in nature while you try to spot different species of plants, animals, and birds for approx. 2.5 hrs along the way. Appreciate 15 different bridges, 6 are hanging. After, head to the Arenal Volcano Reserve. Hike through amazing forest and breath-taking lava flow. We’ll head through easy trails that skirt the base of the Arenal Volcano. You'll love our fresh, amazing meal in one of La Fortuna's secret hangout at El Salto waterfall park. Finish the day at the stunning La Fortuna Waterfall. This is sure to be a good workout as there are 500 steps to get to the down and get back up! Have an opportunity to take lots of pictures and swim in the cool waters of one of the largest and most breathtaking waterfalls in Arenal!

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based on 33 reviews

See Details → Duration :8 hours
From $175

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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based on 19 reviews

See Details → Duration :11 to 14 hours
From $200

3-Course Tropical Fusion Cooking Class

Join Chef Scott and his team of local chefs for an afternoon cooking class at his kitchen in the treetops near the La Fortuna waterfall. Learn how to make traditional Costa Rican dishes like ceviche and patacones along with tropical fusion recipes like Cashew encrusted Seabass w/ mango salsa along with seared local meat with tropical chutney. The dessert is chocolate and fire, need we say more! Your unlimited mojitos are all included in this class. Come join us in our relaxed atmosphere with amazing views and discover your inner chef! You can choose to participate in the meal prep or simply observe. The class is designed for both beginners and seasoned cooks.

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based on 39 reviews

See Details → Duration :4 hours
From $138.47

Rio Celeste Hike & Tenorio Volcano Hike

Join us to the heart of Tenorio Volcano to discover the mistery of the minerals that produces an reaction that makes a natural color river into a marvelous light blue color; right where Buena Vista river and Roble river merge (Both rivers come from the Volcano) there is magic that turns the color of the river as a result of the different concentrations of minerals, the natural chemicals mix cause a reaction between sulfur from the volcano and calcium carbonate from the rain, making one of the most beautiful attractions in Costa Rica. On the tour we will take to the breathtaking waterfall called “Bride’s veil” which is the best part of this adventure, also we will take you to the Tenorio Volcano view point, thermos mineral hot springs and volcanic mud ponds. This adventure is waiting for you, words are not enough; the beauty of this place speaks for itself.

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based on 59 reviews

See Details → Duration :8 hours
From $95

Activities & Tours: Central Valley

Awesome Class 3 Balsa River Rafting 5-Hour Tour in La Fortuna

Sloth Tour

Arenal Volcano Hike from La Fortuna

Wildlife Rescue Center Tour in Costa Rica

Arenal Volcano Rainforest & Natural History Tour

Walk in Río Celeste in Tenorio Volcano National Park

Excellent Wildlife Tour in Bijagua de Upala

Arenal rain forest night tour

Private Arenal Volcano Hike

2-in-1 Arenal Volcano Combo Tour: La Fortuna Waterfall and Volcano Hike

Safari Float, Fortuna Waterfall and Typical lunch

Hanging Bridges + Volcano Hike + La Fortuna Waterfall

Arenal Highlights (arenal 1 Day) + Baldi Hot Springs & Dinner

3-Course Tropical Fusion Cooking Class

Rio Celeste Hike & Tenorio Volcano Hike

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