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Available Tours around Arenal area:
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The Arenal Volcano tour transports guests to the active northwest side of the volcano. The tour begins with a hike and depending upon which side of the volcano the lava is flowing, we go either to the trail "Los Tucanes" at the National Park or Mirador El Silencio..It is possible to observe a great variety of plants, wildlife, magnificent lava rock formations and the Arenal Lake just in time for sunset!
During the tour, our experienced guides will provide interesting and educational information regarding the history of the majestic mountain and the Arenal Volcano National Park. The tour concludes with a relaxing stop at the mineral hot springs (optional). Note: Entrance to hot springs is not included.
| Departure: |
8:00a.m. or 3:00p.m. from La Fortuna. |
| Arrival |
12:00m.d. or 6:30p.m. to La Fortuna. |
| Includes: |
Comfortable transportation, bilingual naturalist guide, park fee and cold beverages. | | What to bring: |
Shorts, swimsuit, camera and insect repellent. | | Recomendatios: |
Adults and children of all ages. |
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From: $49
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We begin the journey transferring us from La Fortuna around the Arenal Volcano to get to the hotel " Observatory Lodge," there we start the hike toward the summit of Chato Hill through a very dense primary forest. When we arrived up we go to visit the lagoon on
the top, where you can swim besides taking photos and discover the surroundings.
Then, we continue descending, always enclosed of a very dense forest, where you could appreciate birds, plants, animals, insects and immense trees, as well enjoy the sensation of liberty having a beautiful views of the San Carlos Valley as well as of the Arenal Volcano. The end of the walk will be in La Fortuna Waterfall, where we will descend again in order to arrive on the dot base of it and enjoy a beautiful natural landscape that makes it very special. After a refreshing swim we will return to La Fortuna town by car.
| Departure: |
8:00a.m. from La Fortuna. |
| Arrival |
2:30p.m. |
| Includes: |
Transport, bilingual guide, drinks, sandwiches and entrances. | | What to bring: |
Confortable clothes, hiking shoes, insect repellent, bathing suit, camera and binoculares. | | Recomendatios: |
For people in good physical shape. |
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From: $80
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This tour begin at 8:00 a. m. and is a new alternative for visitors to see Fortuna area looking for a different natural experience; a combination create for lover nature. At Danaus Eco-Center, our first stop, you will enjoy and learn about the natural history of butterflies of Costa Rica, like Blue Morfho, Monarch, Owl butterfly, Swallow tail and many more. You will also see a great variety of tropical plants and traditional crops, organically farmed in the gardens.
Our next stop is in La Fortuna Waterfall. This waterfall has a huge swimming hole with large rocks nearby, perfect for a rest after and invirogating swim. Then we drive back to town to have lunch at "Lava Rocks Restaurant." About 3:00 p.m we start the tour to the volcano.We have a choice of natural trails to take which depend on wich side the lava is flowing down. From any of them, you will see a great variety of plants, wildlife, the magnifecence of Arenal formed lava rock and the surrounding forest.
We walk up the lava flows and watch the sunset as we await darknes to see and hear the glowing rocks of lava tumbling down the side of the mountain. A sight not to be missed. A full active day ! Now, put on your bathing suit again to relax in the termal waters of Tabacón
| Departure: |
7:30a.m. from La Fortuna. |
| Arrival: |
9:45p.m. to La Fortuna. |
| Includes: |
All transportation, entrace fees, naturalist guide, lunch, dinner, cold drinks and equipment. | | What to bring: |
Confortable clothes, hiking shoes, bug repellente, bathing suit, camera and binoculares. |
| Places to visited: |
Danaus Eco-Center, La Fortuna Waterfall, Lava Rocks Restaurant, Arenal Volcano, Tabacón Hot Springs. |
| Recomendatios: |
Adults and children of all ages. |
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From: $199
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This tour, which begins at 7:30 am, gives you the opportunity, in a single day, to sample the attractions that have made the Arenal region famous.
To start the tour you will visit the hanging bridges option consists of a hike on a 1.9 mile (3.1 km) trail on which you can enjoy the rainforests flora and fauna. The trail crosses nine fixed bridges and six suspension bridges and is laid out at a maximum grade of seven degrees so that anyone can walk it. Our next stop is the La Fortuna Waterfall. From the trailhead you will hike approximately 15 minutes before reaching this majestic waterfall where you can swim or just enjoy it's beauty. Lunch is next and Lava Rocks Restaurant is the place.
Following lunch you'll have the opportunity to rest until 3 pm before embarking on the volcano hike. We will choose one of several trails depending on which side of the volcano the lava is coming down and on all the trails you will see a wide variety of plants and wildlife. On the Tucanes trail you will have the opportunity to walk on a lava flow and on all the trails at the end of the hike you will watch the sunset, waiting until dark in hopes of seeing and hearing the glowing chunks of lava tumbling down the side of the mountain, a sight you won't soon forget.
You'll end the day with your choice of a relaxing dip in the world-famous Tabacón Hot Springs followed by a buffet dinner or a visit to Baldi Hot Springs & buffet Dinner at Baldi.
| Departure: |
7:30a.m. from La Fortuna. |
| Arrival |
9:45p.m. to La Fortuna. |
| Includes: |
All transportation and entrance fees, naturalist guide, lunch, dinner, cold drinks and equipment. | | What to bring: |
Comfortable clothing, hiking shoes, insect repellent, bathing suit, camera and binoculars. |
| Places to visited: |
Arenal Hanging Bridges, La Fortuna Waterfall, Arenal Volcano and Tabacón Hot springs or Baldi Hot Springs. |
| Recomendatios: |
Adults and children of all ages. |
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From: $209
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Experience the peacefulness of the forest traveling on Peñas Blancas river, with the opportunity to observe many animals like: monkeys, sloths, iguanas, tortoises, crocodiles, and several types of birds. Our boat doesn't have motor, this way you will enjoy of the journey quietly rowing and taking photos, while you enjoy of drinking and tropical fruits without disturb the animals. In this tour will be accompanied by experienced naturalist, who will explain many fascinating details about trees, plants, birds and other animals. This is a half-day tour especially designed for people with the limited amount time.
| Departure: |
8: 00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. |
| Arrival |
1: 00 p.m. 5: 00 p.m. |
| Includes: |
Comfortable transport, bilingual naturalist guide, snacks and cold drinks. | | What to bring: |
Short pants, bathing suit, camera, binoculars, sunscreen, insect repellent. | | Recomendatios: |
For adults and children of all the ages. |
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From: $50
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For those people that would not matter get wet and muddy, in this fascinating adventure under ground to only 45 minute from La Fortuna, we will take you through narrow passages and incredible labyrints, chambers where we will see the famous formation of rock named "La Papaya," and other stalactites and stalagmites that they surely will astonish to everybody. Also you will see spidersand bats which are frequent in this place.
| Departure: |
Optional. | | Includes: |
Comfortable transport, bilingual guide, flash light, helmet, and cold drinks. | | What to bring: |
Comfortable clothes, comfortable shoes, insect repellent, extra clothes. | | Recomendatios: |
For people in good physical condition and for old of 14 years. |
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From: $65
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The Arenal Hanging Bridges tour takes place on a 600 acre reserve filled with lush vegetation and a variety of birds and animals which your experienced guide will help you spot. The trail itself is 1.9 miles (3.1 km) in length, crossing nine fixed bridges and 6 suspension
bridges and is laid out at a maximum grade of 7 degrees so that anyone can walk it.
| Departure: |
8:00am. 1:00pm | | Includes: |
Transportation, naturalist guide and drinks. |
| What to bring: |
Comfortable clothing, hiking shoes, insect repellent, camera, binoculars, sunscreen (sunny days) or rain gear (rainy days). |
| Recomendatios: |
For adults and children of all the ages. |
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From: $57
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Depart from La Fortuna at 8:00 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. to enjoy a pleasant morning of kayaking on Lake Arenal and breath taking views of the Arenal Volcano. On your trip you may observe different species of birds like the "Flycatcher", "Kingfisher", "Great Blue Heron" and "Aninga" and may also possibly hear the Howler monkeys!
| Departure: |
8:00am. |
| Arrival: |
Approximately 12:30pm / 6:00pm |
| Includes: |
Transportation, kayak, life jacket, oars, tropical fruit snack, beverages, and bilingual naturalist guide. |
| What to bring: |
Bathing suit , strap sandals, and sun block and waterproof camera. |
| Recomendatios: |
For adults and children of all the ages. |
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From: $53
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This is a good combination of horseback ride and hike and a beautiful stage. Those are trained horses that will take you until the entrance of the waterfall through pastures, forest and tall hills. The views of the Valley of San Carlos and the tropical forest that enclose it are spectacular.
At the end of the road, we will leave the horses and we will descend walking for a natural trail until the base of the waterfall. This fantastic area is very quiet and special to relax and swimming for a while.
| Departure: |
Optional |
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Entrance to the waterfall, horses, local guide. |
| What to bring: |
Long pants, hiking shoes, towel, hat, sunscreen, swimsuit, camera. |
| Recomendatios: |
For adults and children of all the ages. |
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From: $59
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The night walk takes place at the Ecocentro Danaus a small reserve whose focus is conservation and education. A visit to the center at night will afford you the opportunity to see some of the areas more prominent nocturnal animals in action such as sloths, caimans, spiders, frogs, bats, butterflies and birds and also the way these species interact with each other and the center's vegetation.
| Departure: |
5:30 pm |
| Includes: |
Transportation, guides, entrance fee and drinks. |
| What to bring: |
Hiking boots, insect repellent and long pants. |
| Recomendatios: |
For adults and children of all the ages. |
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From: $49
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Enjoy a pleasant sunset on Arenal Lake and breath taking views of the Arenal Volcano. Arenal Lake is place that counts with many natural attractions and from which you can watch the impressive eruptions of lava of Arenal Volcano. Due to the beauty of the landscapes
and lush vegetation, Arenal Lake surrounding areas have become an excellent spot for boat rides.
In this two hours boat ride you will have the opportunity to see a huge variety of birds such as “ Flycatchers”, “ Kingfishers”, “ Anhinga” and mammals such as monkeys, coatis and sloths. During the trip our guide will give you all the information about the area.
| Departure: |
4:00 p.m |
| Includes: |
Transportation, naturalist guide, drinks and fruits. |
| What to bring: |
Comfortable clothes, camera and binoculars. |
| Recomendatios: |
For adults and children of all the ages. |
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From: $59
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The Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge is considered one of the richest sites in the continent for the observation of birds. Beside an abundance of birds, Caño Negro is also refuge of many other animals like: sloths, three types of monkeys, caimans, lizards, bats, and a native flora of the wet land.
Our tour to this beautiful region, leaves from La Fortuna, driving for about an hour and a half until Los Chiles, which is a rustic town that meets to only five kilometers of the border of Nicaragua, it is here where we take the boat down to Río Frío for about three hours. From the beginning of the trip, our professional guide will explain each one of the plantations that we will see on the way, as well as the flora and fauna of the region.
On Boat: $63
On kayak: $65
On Canoe: $160
| Departure: |
7: 30 a.m |
| Arrival: |
3: 30 p.m. approximately. |
| Includes: |
Transport, bilingual naturalist guide, lunch, and cold drinks. |
| What to bring: |
Fresh and comfortable clothes, tennis shoes or sandals, camera, hat, binoculars, sunscreen. |
| Recomendatios: |
For adults and children of all the ages. |
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From: $63
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We leave early in route to Rio Celeste, we’ll arrive at the Tenorio Volcano National Park, were we’ll begin our 5 miles hike (approximately 4 hours) through the tropical rain forest. We’ll arrive “Los Teñideros” of the Rio Celeste, the site where two streams of crystalline water come together and form the heavenly color blue that gives the river its name.
We’ll return through trails, rich with ecological wonders, that lead us to the “OLLAS” openings in the earth, beautiful of admiring; we can take dip in the natural hot springs all while observing the attractions of Tenorio Volcano.
We’ll continue our hike through the jungle to seek out the volcano’s furnace vents that expel gases of extreme high temperatures. On our decent we will get to see the spectacular Rio Celeste waterfall whose color makes it one of a kind! Our final reward is an exquisite lunch at the end of our journey.
Included: Transportation, naturalist guide, beverages, lunch and entrance fee to park.
What to bring: Long pants, hiking shoes, insect repellent, camera and binoculars.
Recommended: For people in excellent physical shape.
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From: $105
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The Quads Adventure ATV tour not only gives you the opportunity for adventure and fun but also includes nature and unique views of the majestic Arenal Volcano (visibility permitting). The trail you will traverse goes through pastureland at the base of the volcano from which you will have numerous opportunities to view the volcano before eventually arriving at Lago de Los Lirios (Lilly Lake) which has the distinction of being the only lake in the area that contains sulfur residues from the volcano.
From there you will continue on the trail passing through Tropical Humid Forest giving you the opportunity to observe the area′s flora and fauna before arriving at lookout point where we will have drinks and fruit for you. From this lookout point you will enjoy one of the best views of the volcano and some of its most recent flows as your expert naturalist guide tell you about the volcano′s history and characteristics. After two hours of combining adrenaline with nature you will return to where you started on the ATVs. Here you will get to see and learn about crocodiles, frogs and the area′s beautiful butterflies. Finally, before returning to your hotel you will have the opportunity to take a dip in complex′s swimming pools. Enjoy your stay in Costa Rica.
| Departure: |
7:30 a.m. / 11:30 a.m. / 2:30 p.m. |
| Includes: |
Bilingual naturalist guide, transportation, picnic lunch and entrance. |
| What to bring: |
Extra clothes, comfortable clothing, tennis or hiking shoes, swimming suit, camera, sunscreen lotion and insect repellent. |
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From: $90
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Birds are most active early in the morning and become active again as the day cools into evening. Join us for one or both of these walks in the La Fortuna area or near your hotel, for an amazing display of tropical birds. You are likely to see toucans, parrots, oropendolas, colorful tanagers and parakeets.
For the more experienced birdwatcher, we can focus on seeing, Royal Flycatchers, White-fronted Nunbirds, Cinnamon Woodpeckers and other less commonly seen species. We will tailor the tour for you. "Early Bird Walks" includes coffee and a fruit snack. We will wrap up both by listing and discussing the birds we have seen.akes it very special. After a refreshing swim we will return to La Fortuna town by car.
| Departure: |
5:30 a.m. / 10:00 a.m. |
| Arrival: |
3:00 p.m. / 6:00 p.m. |
| Includes: |
Transportation, book guide and bilingual guide. |
| What to bring: |
Binoculars, insect repellent, camera, light clothes. |
| Recomendatios: |
Good physical shape. |
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From: $45
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We start off the adventure by assisting you into your "Petzl" harness and giving you your "Piranha" rappelling gear, "Pro-Tec" helmet and gloves. Next, your professionally-trained bilingual guides will give you a thorough safety talk about proper techniques and rappelling moves. Then we do a practice rappel down an easy, 15-ft. waterfall, so you can get the hang of it.
Keep in mind, you′ll be using some rock climbing moves as we make our way through this gorgeous slot canyon - some parts of the canyon are less than 5-ft. in width! Remember to use your arms, legs and "bum!" You′ll descend down 5 more waterfalls until you get to the grand finale... the biggest waterfall over 210-ft high. The water will splash all around you as you make it to the bottom, feeling incredibly exhilarated. It′s then a short 10-minute walk up the side of the canyon to where your tropical fruit and water await you and then you get treated to a delicious home-cooked lunch.
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Transport to/from your hotel, professional & very fun, bilingual guides; high-quality, brand-name equipment; gloves & water. |
| What to bring: |
Secure shoes (tennis shoes, Keen or Teva-style,) clothes to get wet in & change of clothes for after the tour. |
| Recomendatios: |
Good physical shape. |
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From: $90
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