Activities & Tours: Central Valley

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2-in-1 Arenal Combo Tour: River Safari Float and La Fortuna Waterfall

There is no tour better than this combination that takes you deep in the rainforest where you can see many wildlife, colorful birds, monkeys, sloths and many more in a fantastic way, first on a raft down a secluded part of the river and later to the great waterfall to enjoy the fresh, natural fall. Our guides are local experts, certified that know where to search for the best experience that you will have while in the country!

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based on 39 reviews

See Details → Duration :7 hours
From $170.28

Hanging Bridges, Arenal Volcano, Waterfall, Hot Springs Full day

We start visiting the hanging bridges of Mistico park. The guide is with you to help you learn about the ecosystem. Hiking over the bridges and trails you enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding forest, Arenal volcano and lake. From here we take a short drive to the park that's right at the foot of the volcano. We hike a trail through the big lava rocks from the '68 eruption Here we reach a viewpoint with amazing views of the Arenal volcano, the surrounding lava fields and the Northern valley. We then stop at a restaurant where they serve a wide variety of local-style dishes. Now it's time to get wet. A 20minuts hike through a jungle staircase takes you into a deep canyon to the immense la Fortuna waterfall. You can swim in the refreshing pool of the waterfall and hang around on the big rocks to relax for a while. Having experienced all of this you can choose if you want to join us on a visit to a small hot springs resort. To add to the fun we pour some typical style cocktails.

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based on 159 reviews

See Details → Duration :10 hours
From $150

Farm-To-Table Cooking Class

This cooking class farm to table is hands-on experience. All depending on the season, we will collect what there is available in our farm. We will show you and explain all the plants and tree we have. You will learn about old Costa Rican culture & cooking techniques. The food will be cook in an open wood-fire kitchen.

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based on 138 reviews

See Details → Duration :2 hours
From $45

Canyoning Waterfall Rappeling Maquique Adventure Near To Arenal Volcano

• 5 Rappels, 3 of which descend through waterfalls. • 2 ziplines surrounded by lush natural rainforest. • Experienced, patient, and friendly bilingual tour guides. • Unique rappels with ascending difficulties, providing a more balanced adrenaline experience. • A single guided rappel offered halfway through the tour provides a sense of relief for the inexperienced client and an adrenaline rush for the experienced rappeller. • A 60 meter waterfall marks the finish line for the final descent of this tour.

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based on 266 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours 30 minutes
From $101

Rainforest Chocolate Tour from La Fortuna

With the view of the majestic Arenal Volcano, 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 we know and enjoy today. A hands on program, that lets you eat all the chocolate you want. Enjoy this journey through the history, culture, traditions and the flavor.

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based on 859 reviews

See Details → Duration :2 hours
From $30

Ziplining and Waterfall Rappelling Combo in Costa Rica

The Zip lining and Canyoning combo is a great way to experience both nature and adventure with the whole family. The day will begin when we pick you up from your hotel and take you to the zip lining headquarters where you will get to explore the rainforest from high above the tree tops. Then, you'll head to the Pure Trek Headquarters for a delicious, organic lunch and meet your canyoning guides. After lunch, you’ll head to the pristine Pure Trek canyon for an epic canyoning experience rappelling down tropical waterfalls, rock climbing, river hiking and the Monkey Drop (you will get wet!)

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based on 50 reviews

See Details → Duration :8 hours
From $271

Horseback Riding around Arenal Volcano base

All the route is made on a private cattle farm on the slopes of the Volcano passing through pristine creeks along lush primary forest and pasture land where is posible observe herds of sheep, horses and cattle.! The tour takes average 2:30 hours and goes from the lowest to the highest part of the property to a point of view very close to the Volcano Where is posible observe the whole volcano building from base to the top and make wonderful pictures.! An important part of the tour is the visit to our Rancho where riders are welcomed with a hot beverage, agua dulce, and fresh corn tortillas and cheese made every day on the farm When the whether calls, we serve a cold drink made with our organic fruits, banana, pineapple, papaya or lime.!

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based on 16 reviews

See Details → Duration :2 hours 30 minutes
From $99

Cooking and Salsa Dance Lesson Combo

The perfect way to get to know Costa Rican culture and take part in some of our most important activities in Costa Rica: cooking, eating and dancing!

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based on 44 reviews

See Details → Duration :3 hours 30 minutes
From $74

Hanging Bridges Walk in Arenal Volcano

Discover the Costa Rica Rainforest from above. The Arenal Volcano Hanging Bridges hike offers an amazing view of the rainforest. This easy and self guided hike is wonderful for nature lovers of all ages. Along the trails inside this private natural reserve of nearly 250 hectares of Tropical Rainforest, you might encounter leaf-cuter ants, wild boars, vipers, tarantulas, poisonous dart frogs, toucans, monkeys and sloths and other Costa Rica Wildlife.

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based on 283 reviews

See Details → Duration :1 to 2 hours
From $32

Mistico Hanging Bridges AM or PM

Our natural history expert guides will accompany you in discovering the marvelous secrets hidden in this wildlife sanctuary we call rain forest. Having a specialist guide means visitors will acquire vast knowledge of the fauna inhabiting the reserve and will be able to watch several species from the forest canopy, undergrowth, and floor. The company of our guides will help you admire the balance and complexity of the tropical rain forest, and learn about inter species relationships and their value, as well as the interactions within the ecosystem. Approximately 2.5 to 4 hours tour. Includes: Tickets, Specialized Naturalist Guide and transportation. Bring: Comfortable clothing for hiking, closed shoes, rain jacket. Not Recommended: For people with physical or heart problems, or older adults.

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based on 48 reviews

See Details → Duration :1 to 4 hours
From $79

Afternoon Arenal Volcano and Natural Hot Springs River

We take you to the base of the Arenal Volcano where you hike about 2 hours to the old lava fields, then we go to the green lagoon for a swim and we ended up right at the natural hotsprings river for an hour to relax in the hot river springs

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based on 199 reviews

See Details → Duration :4 to 5 hours
From $59

Coffee and Chocolate Regular Tour

Don Juan Tours Arenal is a family business that through its tours teach visitors the whole process behind two very important products worldwide, Coffee and Chocolate. At this Coffee and Chocolate Tour, we will teach you the entire Coffee process, from the seed to the delicious cup of coffee. Once the coffee tour is finished, we will start with the sweetest part of the tour, the delicious chocolate. Like coffee, we will talk about the entire Chocolate process, from the seed to the delicious chocolate bar and we will end up selecting some members of the group to grind the cacao beans and make their own chocolate bar. Once finished you will have the opportunity to taste several types of chocolate such as Dark Chocolate, Milk Chocolate and White Chocolate.

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based on 255 reviews

See Details → Duration :2 hours
From $50

Wildlife Safari Float by Kayak in Peñas Blancas River from Arenal

Discover the exuberant Flora and Fauna of the Tropical Forest with this Safari Float Kayak tour; an excellent alternative for travelers looking for activities with social distancing. The Tour starts from your hotel, where your Naturalist Guide will pick you up to start the activity. The Peñas Blancas River is located 15 minutes from downtown La Fortuna and is considered an animal sanctuary due to its extensive sighting. You will discover a great variety of species; Monkeys, Alligators, Crocodiles, Jesus Christ Lizard (it really walks on water), a variety of Birds, Sloths, among other species. At the end of the tour, Tita Yolanda will welcome us to her home where we will discover Costa Rican customs and its exquisite cuisine. This Tour is recommended for the whole family. Indispensable practice friendly to the environment: BRING YOUR OWN WATER BOTTLE.

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based on 63 reviews

See Details → Duration :4 hours
From $78.23

Sky Tram: Sky Trek and Sky Walk From Arenal

Is a guided tour perfect for nature lovers. Is an excellent combination between walking in the exuberant rainforest of the Arenal area and the extreme adventure of the suspended bridges.

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based on 54 reviews

See Details → Duration :5 hours
From $162

Pure Nature Safari Float

Experience the tranquility of the forest as you float down the Frio River in a silent and stable raft, with minimal physical effort, while observing a wide variety of mammals, reptiles and birds.

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based on 41 reviews

See Details → Duration :4 hours
From $96.05

Activities & Tours: Central Valley

2-in-1 Arenal Combo Tour: River Safari Float and La Fortuna Waterfall

Hanging Bridges, Arenal Volcano, Waterfall, Hot Springs Full day

Farm-To-Table Cooking Class

Canyoning Waterfall Rappeling Maquique Adventure Near To Arenal Volcano

Rainforest Chocolate Tour from La Fortuna

Ziplining and Waterfall Rappelling Combo in Costa Rica

Horseback Riding around Arenal Volcano base

Cooking and Salsa Dance Lesson Combo

Hanging Bridges Walk in Arenal Volcano

Mistico Hanging Bridges AM or PM

Afternoon Arenal Volcano and Natural Hot Springs River

Coffee and Chocolate Regular Tour

Wildlife Safari Float by Kayak in Peñas Blancas River from Arenal

Sky Tram: Sky Trek and Sky Walk From Arenal

Pure Nature Safari Float

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