ATV Riding in La Fortuna: Volcano Views & River Crossing

You operate the ATV through mud, river crossings and rural villages with volcano views ahead.

ATV riding in La Fortuna puts you behind the handlebars for 2 hours across backcountry terrain, from a private estate through La Guaria village to the Arenal River where you stop to swim, then up Monterrey for views of Arenal Volcano and the town below. Drivers must be 16 or older. Children from 6 can ride as passengers with an adult. Choose your departure time: 7:30 AM, 11:00 AM, or 2:30 PM. Helmet, protective glasses, fresh pineapple and a live guide in English or Spanish are included.

Options for this experience

3 options

From US$ 152.72 to US$ 305.41 per group, depending on the option and date you choose. See options & prices

ATV Single 07:30, 11:00 and 14:30 Guide in English or Spanish Up to 1 people Lasts 2 hours, includes a traditional snack and a 250cc vehicle, with pickup included

Double ATV 07:30, 11:00 and 14:30 Guide in English or Spanish Up to 2 people Lasts 2 hours, includes water and traditional snacks, a 420cc vehicle, and pickup included

Mula - Side by Side 07:30, 11:00 and 14:30 Guide in English or Spanish Up to 2 people Lasts 2 hours, includes a traditional snack, Mula - Side by Side vehicle, with pickup included

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Step-by-step itinerary

ATV adventure with nature and views

• Meet at private estate
• Get acquainted with ATVs
• Ride to La Guaria village
• Cross and swim in Arenal River
• Ascend to Alto de Monterrey viewpoint
• Enjoy views of Arenal Volcano and La Fortuna
• Experience cultural interaction with animals and snacks

Stops and time spent at each 3 stops

1. Arenal Volcano National Park passing by
2. La Fortuna de San Carlos 15m
3. San Carlos 10m

What’s included

• Helmet and protective glasses.
• fresh pineapple.
• live guide in English or Spanish.
• the 2-hour ATV route through La Guaria village, the Arenal River with a 15-minute swim stop, and Monterrey viewpoint.

Times

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• Every day 07:30 11:00 14:30

Information

Ride your own ATV through La Fortuna's backcountry to the Arenal River, then climb Monterrey for volcano views on this 2-hour guided adventure with helmet and fresh pineapple.

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Live guide English and Spanish

Audio guide English, Spanish, French, German and Italian

Meeting point and pickup You can choose: pickup at your hotel, or go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point. When you book, you choose your hotel from 52 pickup locations; if yours isn’t listed, you can type in your address. Pickup is about 30 minutes before departure. See the exact addressSee the pickup points

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

Good to know

Moderate physical effort Infant seats available Public transport nearby Not recommended during pregnancy Not recommended with heart problems Not recommended with back problems

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The experience

You start at a private estate where you get familiar with the ATV before heading out. The route takes you through La Guaria, a rural village, and down to the Arenal River: wide, fresh and safe for swimming. You'll stop for 15 minutes to cool off in the water, then climb toward Monterrey, a viewpoint in the hills where weather permitting you can see Arenal Volcano and La Fortuna spread below. Along the way the guide shares stories about the area and stops to interact with local animals and try tic snacks, a cultural moment woven into the ride itself.

The 2-hour adventure works across three departure windows so you can fit it around your schedule. Riders 16 and up operate their own machine. Children from 6 ride as passengers with an adult on the back. All helmets and protective glasses are provided, and the guide speaks English or Spanish depending on your group. The terrain is mud and dirt roads, not technical single-track, so moderate fitness and comfort on an ATV are what matter, not prior riding experience.

Top questions

Can I be picked up at my hotel?

You can choose: pickup at your hotel, or go straight to the meeting point. When you book, you choose your hotel from 52 pickup locations; if yours isn’t listed, you can type in your address. Pickup is about 30 minutes before departure.

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can I ride an ATV if I've never done it before?

Yes. The guide meets you at the private estate at the start and walks through the ATV before you leave, so first-time riders get oriented on the machine and the controls before heading into the backcountry.

What is the Arenal River stop like?

The Arenal River descends from Arenal Volcano with fresh water and is wide and safe for swimming. You stop for 15 minutes to take a dip and cool off during the ride.

Will I see Arenal Volcano?

Yes, if weather permits. You climb to Monterrey, a viewpoint where you can see Arenal Volcano and the town of La Fortuna below: the volcano sits at 1,670 meters and is one of Costa Rica's most active peaks.

Can my child come if they're under 16?

Children from 6 years old can participate as passengers, riding in the back of an ATV with an adult driver. Only riders 16 and older can operate their own machine.

What's included in the price?

ATV riding in La Fortuna includes the helmet, protective glasses, fresh pineapple, a live guide in English or Spanish, and the 2-hour route through La Guaria, the Arenal River and Monterrey.

What time should I book?

Departures run at 7:30 AM, 11:00 AM, or 2:30 PM, so you can choose the slot that fits your day.

Operated by ARENAL ATV WHEELS. Explorevia does not run this tour: we compare it with similar options, and you book it with our booking partner.

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