Arenal Volcano & Baldi Hot Springs tour from Guanacaste

Volcano hike, waterfall climb, and natural hot springs in one day

A full-day tour from Guanacaste combines a hike through Arenal Volcano National Park or a visit to La Fortuna Waterfall with an afternoon at Baldi Hot Springs, where 25 mineral-filled pools sit among tropical rainforest. Hotel pickup, a professional guide in English or Spanish, lunch and air-conditioned transport are included.

The experience

The day splits into two parts. In the morning, you choose between two activities: walk the trails inside Arenal Volcano National Park to see the old lava flow and spot wildlife, or hike to La Fortuna Waterfall and climb around 500 steps to reach it. Either way, you're moving through one of Costa Rica's most active volcanic landscapes. The guide leads the way and points out what you're seeing.

After lunch, the tour moves to Baldi Hot Springs Resort and Spa in La Fortuna. The resort has 25 thermal pools fed by natural hot springs, each one a different temperature. The mineral water comes straight from the volcano's heat, and the pools sit inside the rainforest: birds overhead, waterfalls nearby, no chlorine. You spend the afternoon soaking and moving between pools at your own pace.

The whole day runs 12 hours from pickup at your hotel to drop-off. Transport is air-conditioned, and lunch is included. A professional guide travels with the group and speaks English or Spanish.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off.
• professional guide in English or Spanish.
• lunch.
• air-conditioned vehicle throughout the day.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (18 to 55 years) · Senior (56 and older) · Youth (11 to 17 years) · Child (4 to 10 years) · Infant (under 4)

GroupUp to 15

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.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by AyE Tours Travel Costa Rica

Is this one for you?Hotel pickup from Guanacaste means you don't need a car or arrange your own transport to reach Arenal Volcano or La Fortuna. The tour collects you and handles the full route, which matters if you're staying without a vehicle.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (11 to 17 years); Child (4 to 10 years); Infant (under 4).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the difference between the Arenal Volcano hike and the La Fortuna Waterfall option?

Arenal Volcano National Park takes you through the old lava flow with chances to see animals. La Fortuna Waterfall involves climbing around 500 steps to reach the falls. You pick which one suits you when you book.

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

Baldi Hot Springs takes up the afternoon portion of the day. You move between the 25 pools at your own pace, with no set schedule for how long you stay in each one.

Do you need to be fit to do this tour?

The tour suits all physical fitness levels. The volcano hike and waterfall climb involve walking and steps, but the pace is set by the group and the guide. If you have concerns about cardiovascular health, mention them when booking.