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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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Frog Watching Night Walk

Live the rainforest from another perspective, 60% of its animals are active at night, come and enjoy species that you can only see when the sun goes down. Frogs, snakes, crickets, and creatures that you didn't even know they exist. Tours led by trained naturalist along flat rainforest trails start at 5:45pm at Arenal Oasis. Flashlights are provided and reservations are necessary. You need secure shoes like tennis shoes, boots or hiking (sandals are not allowed)
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based on 27 reviews
See Details → Duration :2 hours
From $50
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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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See Details → Duration :1 to 1 hours 30 minutes
From $30
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Cooking Class "Cook Like a Local" La Fortuna

There is something special about having an authentic experience while traveling abroad. Cultures identify themselves through their cuisine and Costa Ricans are no different -- and it's not just "rice and beans..." We invite you to have a delightful, local-style meal and enjoy what will probably be your most-memorable meal in Costa Rica! You'll have the opportunity to learn how to mix our favorite Costa Rican cocktail the "Kiss of the Cacique" and then prepare a full traditional Costa Rican casado meal, complete with "pollo sudado," "picadillo," handmade tortillas and much more!
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See Details → Duration :2 hours 30 minutes
From $63
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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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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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See Details → Duration :8 hours
From $175
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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
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Full Combo! Hanging Bridges, Arenal Volcano, La Fortuna Waterfall

Maximize your time in La Fortuna! Discover the TOP Things to do during your Stay in Arenal. With this Full Combo Day you will visit the famous the three top Parks: Mistico Park, The Arenal Volcano National Park, and La Fortuna Waterfall. Your day starts with your Hotel Pick Up by a Naturalist Guide, who will take you to the first stop: the amazing Hanging Bridges Walk; a perfect way to explore Nature from the six Hanging Bridges with 50 meters of height. The second stop is The Arenal Volcano National Park, where you will discver the history of one of the most famous worldwide Volcano. This full day continue with the last stop: La Fortuna Waterfall!, included in the top five things to do in Costa Rica. This tour is sure to be the highlight of your stay in La Fortuna!. If you´re a Nature lover, you can´t miss this opportunity to discover the wonders of Arenal. Indispensable practice friendly to the environment: BRING YOUR OWN WATER BOTTLE.
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See Details → Duration :10 hours
From $184.2
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White Water Rafting (Class III) with lunch - Arenal Area

The northern zone of Costa Rica is blessed with the most beautiful landscapes and incredible rivers for rafting. With an excellent level of water throughout the year, Balsa River will allow you to enjoy the best rafting experience if you're a novice. If you are an expert you will enjoy it the most, thanks to its beautiful surroundings, challenging rapids, and good waves that may request you a good maneuver from time to time. Best of all: just 30 minutes from your hotel in La Fortuna.
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See Details → Duration :5 hours
From $89.27
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Cooking with a Costa Rican familiy

We are a small Costa Rican family of 5, made up of Lidiana, Eddie, our sons Aaron, Edison and our daughter in law Tiffany. We also have 3 cats and a dog. We are determined to improve ourselves day by day, our main objective as a Costa Rican family and peasant, is to maintain our customs, traditions and share them with visitors so they can feel at home and part of our family.
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based on 28 reviews
See Details → Duration :2 hours 30 minutes
From $90
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White Water Rafting Class 4 with Lunch - Arenal Tours

Sarapiqui River is one of the cleanest rivers in the country and has been the base of national and international rafting and kayak competitions, due to the quality of the rapids and the gorgeous scenery.
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See Details → Duration :6 hours
From $111.87
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Los Cañones Canopy with Hotsprings Los Lagos

Include:  Transportation, guide and equipment, hot springs Los Lagos, butterfly garden, crocodile farm. Recommendations: long pants or shorts, hiking shoes, sun block, rain coat.  Where to meet: Los Lasgos Hotel, Arenal Volcano. Also we pick you up at any Hotel near the region for free.  What to wear: Any clothes and shoes that can get wet and dirty. Tennis or hiking shoes are better.  What to bring: We recommend bringing sunscreen, water, and a hat and waterproof camera if you have one, swimming suit, mosquito repellent and some extra clothes. Important: Please plan on arriving at least 10 minutes prior to the start time of the tour as we do start on time.
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based on 40 reviews
See Details → Duration :3 to 5 hours
From $80
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Morning Volcano Hike and Baldi Hotsprings

Arenal Volcano, green Lagoon Natural Hotsprings and Baldi Hotsprings, lunch and dinner included during the day, medium difficulty hike and great views of the Volcano and very nice place to relax at the end of the activity.
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based on 22 reviews
See Details → Duration :10 hours
From $139
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Combo White Water Rafting and Tubing in La Fortuna

Unique combo, rafting & tubing in one tour! Are you adventure and wants to both try white Water Rafting and white water tubing, then this is the tour for you. Ride the class 3/4 rapids in a raft for about an hour. Halfway down, you will jump into a tubing. Be ready for a lot splash, while floating down the class 2/3 rapids for about and hour. Two hours of FUN!
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based on 24 reviews
See Details → Duration :6 hours 30 minutes
From $90