Arenal Volcano & Baldi Hot Springs: Full-day private tour

Walk suspension bridges above the rainforest, then soak in mineral hot springs

A private full-day tour combines rainforest exploration at Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park with relaxation at Baldi Hot Springs mineral pools. You cross suspension bridges on a step-free, non-slip trail and view a 60-foot waterfall, then spend a couple of hours in hot tubs, small pools and lagoon waterfalls surrounded by tropical vegetation. Hotel pickup at 5 a.m. and return by 3 p.m., with lunch included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park2h · entry included
2. Baldi Hot Springs4h

Rainforest walk and hot springs relaxation

• Pick-up at hotel 5 a.m.
• Tour Mistico Rainforest and suspension bridges
• Relax at Baldi Hot Springs and enjoy lunch
• Return to hotel, depart Baldi at 3 p.m.

The experience

Hotel pickup starts at 5 a.m., so you're at Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park early enough to walk the rainforest trails before the day heats up. The suspension bridges cross the canopy on an accessible path with no steps and a non-slip surface, letting you move safely through the forest while spotting wildlife. A 60-foot waterfall appears from the comfortable vantage point of the trail itself, not from a distant overlook.

After the park, you head to Baldi Hot Springs for a couple of hours in the mineral pools. The site spreads across small pools, hot tubs and larger lagoons with waterfalls, all set into the vegetation. Lunch arrives at noon. The return journey to your hotel departs Baldi at 3 p.m., so the whole day runs from early morning through early afternoon without stretching into evening.

This is a private tour, so only your group participates. The vehicle has air conditioning, and a live guide speaks English or Spanish. The operator notes that moderate physical fitness helps, and the experience depends on good weather. If conditions cancel the tour, you get another date or a full refund.

What’s included

• Vehicle with air conditioning.
• all activities and entrance to Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park.
• access to Baldi Hot Springs pools, hot tubs and waterfalls.
• lunch at noon.
• hotel pickup and return.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesUp to age 87

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomeNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Guanacaste Airport Shuttle Cr

Is this one for you?Hotel pickup at 5 a.m. means you don't need a car or a ride to start the day. You're collected and returned on a single schedule, making a full rainforest and hot springs day possible without arranging transport yourself.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

What is the 60-foot waterfall at Mistico Arenal like when you reach it?

The waterfall at Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park stands 60 feet tall and is viewed from the step-free, non-slip trail itself as you walk through the rainforest canopy on suspension bridges. You see it up close without needing to descend or climb.

How much time do you actually spend in the hot springs at Baldi?

Baldi Hot Springs gives you a couple of hours to relax in the mineral pools, hot tubs and lagoons with waterfalls. Lunch is served at noon during that window, and you depart at 3 p.m.

Does the tour pick me up from my hotel?

Yes, pickup from your hotel is included and starts at 3 a.m., with return by 3 p.m. the same day. The vehicle has air conditioning.