Things to do in La Fortuna
Hanging Bridges in La Fortuna27 optionsLa Fortuna Zipline22 optionsNight Tour La Fortuna16 optionsATV Tour La Fortuna6 optionsHiking La Fortuna66 optionsChocolate Tour La Fortuna18 optionsCanyoning La Fortuna56 optionsHorseback Riding La Fortuna11 optionsCoffee Tour La Fortuna12 optionsRafting La Fortuna31 optionsLa Fortuna Canopy11 optionsWaterfall Rappelling La Fortuna32 options
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La Fortuna Waterfall & Arenal Volcano: Full Day with Hot Springs★ 4.82 (2,584) · 11h
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Coffee and Chocolate Plantation Tour near Hot Springs★ 4.96 (2,574) · 2h 30m
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Costa Rica: Balsa River White Water Rafting & Local Lunch★ 4.96 (2,090) · 5h
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Sloth Watching Tour in La Fortuna: Wildlife Walk with Guide★ 4.96 (2,052) · 1h 30mUS$ 63View ›
Upper Balsa River White Water Rafting Class 3/4★ 4.97 (1,992) · 5hUS$ 85View ›
La Fortuna: Arenal Volcano, Hanging Bridges & Waterfall Day Tour★ 4.91 (1,868) · 8h–9hUS$ 154View ›
La Fortuna Hanging Bridges Tour: Mistico Park Guide★ 4.75 (1,688) · 1h–3hUS$ 54View ›
La Fortuna Canyoning: 4 Waterfall Rappels & Monkey Drop★ 4.91 (1,534) · 4hUS$ 95View ›
Waterfall Rappelling in La Fortuna: 5 Rappels Down to 230 Feet★ 4.97 (1,381) · 5hUS$ 95View ›
La Fortuna: Balsa River Rafting Class III & IV with Organic Lunch★ 4.94 (1,324) · 6hUS$ 71View ›Top rated (10)
La Fortuna Night Walk: ANURA Wildlife Tour & Eco TrailsYou’ll wander restored jungle trails near La Fortuna as dusk turns to night, guided by locals who know every croak and rustle. Expect close-up views of frogs (yes, those famous red-eyed ones), bright insects, maybe even an alligator or two reflected in your flashlight beam. Small groups make it feel personal — sometimes muddy shoes included.
Rio Celeste: Tubing Adventure with Guide, Photos & PickupYou’ll float down Rio Celeste’s vivid blue waters with a local guide leading the way, feeling cool currents and jungle air on your skin. Expect laughter as you hit gentle rapids, snack on fresh fruit by the riverbank, and get photos snapped along the way—all with transport included. The memory of that wild blue will stick with you long after you dry off.
Costa Rica cooking class: Traditional dishes with Doña ChelaA hands-on cooking class in Costa Rica where you learn to prepare traditional dishes—rice, beans, salad, picadillo and tortillas—in a wood-fired kitchen using garden ingredients, then sit down to eat what you've made. The class runs two hours with a guide in English or Spanish, and children from age 5 are welcome.Is it for me?The guide speaks English or Spanish, so choose the language that lets you follow the instruction comfortably and ask questions as you cook.
La Fortuna Canyoning and Rafting Tour: Rapids & WaterfallsCanyoning and rafting activity in La Fortuna combining two adventures: rappel down three waterfalls with professional guides and safety gear, hike back through the jungle, then paddle Class III and IV rapids for roughly two hours on the river. Hotel pickup and drop-off, organic lunch at a working farm, and a walk through the sugarcane process are included; the day runs eight hours total.Is it for me?The day demands sustained physical effort—three waterfall rappels, a jungle hike, and two hours of active paddling through strong rapids—so it suits travelers with moderate fitness who are comfortable with water and heights. Book this if you want both canyoning and rafting in a single outing rather than choosing one; the combo packs two separate adventures into eight hours without dead time between them.
Arenal & Sarapiqui: Afternoon Rafting Tour with Pickup & Fruit StopYou’ll paddle through lively Class III rapids on the Sarapiqui River with an expert local guide, pause for fresh fruit by the water’s edge, and enjoy quieter stretches away from crowds. Hotel pickup is included from Arenal/La Fortuna. Expect laughs, cool river air, and small moments that might stay with you longer than you think.
Río Celeste: Tubing Adventure & Jungle Wildlife ExperienceYou’ll float down Río Celeste’s bright blue water with a local guide, spotting sloths and colorful birds as you go. There are moments of fast rapids and calm drifting under thick jungle canopy. You’ll swim in clear pools (if weather allows), try volcanic mud, and share snacks by the riverbank — all with safety gear included.
Arenal Volcano Canyoning & Rafting: La Fortuna WaterfallsThe Mambo Combo is a full-day canyoning and rafting adventure near La Fortuna at the base of Arenal Volcano, where you rappel down 100-foot waterfalls in Lost Canyon and then raft Class 2 and 3 rapids on the Balsa River. A local guide leads both activities, provides all safety equipment, and hotel pickup is included within the La Fortuna area. Lunch is an all-you-can-eat tropical buffet at Desafio's restaurant next to the El Salto swimming hole on the Río Fortuna.Is it for me?Six hours is enough to do both activities without rushing, but it means an early start and an early finish—book this if your day has room for a full morning and early afternoon commitment, and you want to be back at your hotel by mid-afternoon. The physical demands are real: you need moderate fitness to rappel and paddle, so this is not a beginner's introduction to either sport.
La Fortuna: Sloth Park Walk & Coffee Chocolate Sugarcane TastingYou’ll follow rainforest trails in La Fortuna with a guide who knows every sound and shadow—spotting sloths high above, listening for frogs, then tasting fresh chocolate, coffee, and sugarcane right where they’re grown. Expect laughter over language lessons and moments of real calm among the trees—it sticks with you.
La Fortuna Coffee Chocolate Sugarcane Class: Learn ProcessA hands-on class in La Fortuna where you learn the complete process of coffee, chocolate and sugarcane—from seed to cup—with tastings of what you've made. Pickup is included, and the experience runs about 90 minutes. The class covers the history and traditional methods behind each crop, with time to see the different stages and varieties of cocoa.Is it for me?If you're staying in La Fortuna without a car, the included pickup means you can book an afternoon and show up at your hotel—no transport to figure out. The 90 minutes leaves room in your day for other plans.
La Fortuna: Arenal Hanging Bridges & Waterfall Combo with LunchYou’ll cross hanging bridges above the Arenal rainforest canopy with a local guide, spot wildlife you’d miss alone, descend to swim or watch at La Fortuna Waterfall, then share a home-cooked lunch with a local family before heading back — expect laughter, real conversation, and those little sensory moments that stick with you long after.
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Guanacaste Airport Transfer: Private Ride from Hotel to LIRYou’ll get picked up right from your hotel in Guanacaste by a local driver who knows these roads by heart. Relax in a clean private vehicle with all insurances covered as you head straight to Liberia Airport (LIR). Enjoy small moments — maybe a chat or just watching the scenery slip by — before your trip home begins.
La Fortuna Waterfall: Skip-the-Line Ticket & 70m SwimYou skip the entry line and descend 500 forest steps to a 70-meter waterfall fed by mountain streams. Swim in the clear pool at the base, surrounded by rainforest and volcanic rock formations. The ticket includes entry only; last admission is 4pm, and children under 8 are free. Plan for moderate physical exertion and wet gear on the return climb.Is it for me?Right for travelers with moderate fitness who want to swim in a mountain waterfall without waiting in an entry line, and who can handle a steep forest descent. Not suitable if you have spinal issues, heart conditions, or limited mobility — the 500 steps are the core of the experience.
Sloth and bird wildlife walk in La Fortuna: 100% sloth guaranteeA 1.5-hour guided wildlife walk through primary forest near La Fortuna where you search for sloths, exotic birds, frogs and insects with an expert guide and telescope included. The operator guarantees you will see sloths or offers a refund. The guide speaks English or Spanish.Is it for me?The guide speaks English or Spanish, so you can follow the commentary and the animal identification in whichever language you prefer. The walk suits any fitness level and moves at a pace that lets you stop and look, so it works whether you are a keen photographer or just want to see the animals without strain.
Arenal Observatory Lodge Day Pass: 11km of trailsYou get access to eleven kilometers of marked trails, two observation towers with volcano views, suspension bridges, the Danta Waterfall, and the Volcano History Museum — all without booking a room at the lodge. The day pass excludes pool and restaurant access but includes everything else on the reserve. Bring water and plan for a half-day minimum to walk without hurrying.Is it for me?Right for anyone near La Fortuna who wants to spend a few hours in the forest and on observation towers without committing to an overnight stay or paying for meals you won't eat. The day pass is the budget option and it covers everything that makes the reserve worth visiting.
Don Olivo Chocolate Tour La Fortuna: Cacao criollo farm & tastingYou walk through rows of cacao trees, watch how chocolate and spices are processed on-site, taste what they make, and pick tropical fruit straight from the farm. The tour includes coffee if you want it, takes around ninety minutes, and works for families and people with mobility needs. Pickup from La Fortuna hotels is available — ask when you book.Is it for me?Right for travelers in La Fortuna who want to see where chocolate actually comes from, not just taste it in a shop. The farm is working and unhurried, so you get the real process without a scripted performance.
Bijagua Wildlife Tour La Fortuna: Sloths, Frogs & Tapir TracksYou walk through Bijagua plantations with a naturalist guide trained on local wildlife, spotting sloths, poison frogs, birds and tapir tracks at your own pace. Groups stay small to protect the habitat. Pick your start time from four options between 8:30am and 1pm, and all entry fees are covered.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see wildlife in its actual habitat without a large group, and you're flexible about timing — the small-group limit and four daily start times are what make it possible to walk at a pace that lets animals behave naturally instead of scattering.
La Fortuna: Rainforest Chocolate Tour with Arenal Volcano ViewsYou learn the history of cacao as currency in ancient Mesoamerica, then process the beans yourself—harvesting, drying, grinding—and taste the traditional drink and organic chocolate your hands just helped create. The guide handles the knowledge, the rainforest provides the setting with Arenal in view, and two hours gets you through the whole story without rushing. Tastings and guide are included.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to understand where chocolate comes from and how it was used before it became a dessert—the hands-on processing is what makes that history stick. Plan for two hours on your feet moving between stations, which is exactly what lets you do the whole journey from cacao pod to finished chocolate without feeling rushed.
La Fortuna: Night Jungle Walk & Frog Sanctuary TourYou’ll wander La Fortuna’s rainforest trails by flashlight, hear frogs calling from every direction, and spot creatures you’d never notice by day. A local guide leads you through two frog sanctuaries and shares stories about sloths, birds, and hidden jungle life. The night air feels alive—and somehow safe—while you discover what happens after dark in Costa Rica.
La Fortuna: Sloth Walk & Tortilla Cooking with Sugarcane JuiceYou’ll wander through La Fortuna’s lush trails searching for sloths with a local guide, then pause for fresh sugarcane juice before learning to make tortillas by hand with Doña Elith. Expect laughter, muddy shoes, and real Costa Rican flavors—a day where nature and culture blend quietly together.
Make chocolate bonbons in La Fortuna: Farm to finished pieceMake chocolate bonbons at Eden Chocolate Tour in La Fortuna, a hands-on class where you roast and grind cocoa beans, watch the conching and refining process, then craft your own finished pieces. The tour runs about an hour and 45 minutes on an organic farm with a live guide in English or Spanish, and includes a tasting of the chocolate you help make.Is it for me?The class asks for a moderate level of activity—you're on your feet roasting and grinding, working with your hands through the whole process—so it suits an afternoon when you have energy and want to make something tangible rather than watch a demonstration. Book it if you land in La Fortuna with a free few hours and want to leave with chocolate you built yourself.
