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Hiking in La Fortuna

Our pick: La Fortuna Waterfall & Arenal Volcano: Full Day with Hot Springs — US$ 105 (11h, 4.82★ · 2,590). Best value: Bijagua & Upala: Rainforest Hike, Sloths & Rafting Day Trip — US$ 45 (2h–3h, 4.98★ · 86).

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Our pick
La Fortuna Waterfall & Arenal Volcano: Full Day with Hot Springs
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Best value
Bijagua & Upala: Rainforest Hike, Sloths & Rafting Day Trip
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Top rated
La Fortuna: Hanging Bridges, Waterfall Swim & Arenal Volcano Hike
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The 12 best-value of 48 options, side by side

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OptionPricePer personLengthRatingCancellationExtra fee
Bijagua & Upala: Rainforest Hike, Sloths & Rafting Day TripBest valueUS$ 45 p.p.
US$ 45
2h–3h4.98★ · 86free—
La Fortuna Night Tour: Private Nocturnal Wildlife WalkUS$ 47 p.p.
US$ 47
2h5.00★ only 1 reviewfree—
La Fortuna Night Tour: Rainforest Wildlife & Nocturnal HikeUS$ 49 p.p.
US$ 49
2h4.82★ · 299free—
Arenal Volcano hike & hot springs in La Fortuna: Afternoon tourUS$ 54 p.p.
US$ 54
3h–4h4.72★ · 285free—
Night walk Bijagua rainforest: Spot nocturnal wildlifeUS$ 54 p.p.
US$ 54
1h 30m5.00★ only 2 reviewsfree—
La Fortuna Hanging Bridges Tour: Mistico Park GuideUS$ 54 p.p.
US$ 54
1h–3h4.75★ · 1,688non-refundable—
Bogarin Trail Sloth Guided Tour: La Fortuna Rainforest HikeUS$ 55 p.p.
US$ 55
2h4.87★ · 365free—
La Fortuna: Sloth Watching Trail & Rainforest Wildlife HikeUS$ 55 p.p.
US$ 55
1h 30m–2h4.94★ · 629free—
La Fortuna Night Walk: Private Rainforest TourUS$ 60 p.p.
US$ 60
2h4.98★ · 84free—
Arenal Volcano: Morning Hike, Lake Swim & Hot Springs with LunchUS$ 60 p.p.
US$ 60
6h 30m4.61★ · 85free—
La Fortuna Rainforest Night Tour: Wildlife in Authentic HabitatUS$ 60 p.p.
US$ 60
2h5.00★ only 1 reviewfree—
La Fortuna: Arenal Volcano Hike, Lunch & Hot Springs RiverUS$ 62 p.p.
US$ 62
6h4.80★ · 292free—

Real price per person across the 48 options: US$ 45–US$ 275 (median US$ 95). With 100+ reviews: 24 of 48.

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La Fortuna Hanging Bridges Tour: Mistico Park Guide
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La Fortuna Hanging Bridges Tour: Mistico Park Guide★★★★★★★★★★ 4.75 (1,688)1h–3hA guided walking tour of Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park in La Fortuna takes you across suspended bridges through a private tropical forest reserve at the base of Arenal Volcano. A naturalist guide leads the loop trail on non-slip cement surfaces, pointing out wildlife and explaining the forest ecosystem as you move through the canopy and understory. The tour runs one to three hours and includes park entrance and guide; trails are wheelchair accessible with no steps, and suitable for all fitness levels.Is it for me?Book this tour if you speak English or Spanish and want a guide who can name what moves in the canopy as you cross it—the naturalist's knowledge is what turns a walk through the forest into an education in what actually lives there. The accessible trail and no-step design also make this work if you are pushing a stroller or using a wheelchair.Travelers' pickKids −61%fromUS$ 54View ›
La Fortuna: Arenal Zipline & Aerial Tram Sky Trek
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La Fortuna: Arenal Zipline & Aerial Tram Sky Trek★★★★★★★★★★ 4.77 (1,029)2hYou ride the aerial tram through the Arenal rainforest canopy, then zip across seven cables suspended between canyon walls at high speed and height. A professional guide handles all safety checks and equipment; you get views of Arenal Volcano and the lake from the highest points. The course takes a few hours total and includes the tram ride, all certified gear, and a safety briefing before you start.Is it for me?Book this if you want the adrenaline of ziplining through a rainforest canopy without arranging your own transport or safety gear — the guide and certified equipment mean you show up and fly, nothing else to organize.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −30%fromUS$ 111View ›
La Fortuna: Sloth Watching Trail & Rainforest Wildlife Hike
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La Fortuna: Sloth Watching Trail & Rainforest Wildlife Hike★★★★★★★★★★ 4.94 (629)1h 30m–2hYou walk a flat, shaded two-mile trail with a professional naturalist guide who locates four to six sloths and points out birds, frogs, and insects along the way. The hike takes about two hours and stays mostly under rainforest canopy, so it's manageable for all fitness levels. Bring bug spray and water, wear closed shoes, and you're set for a morning or afternoon in the forest without needing to arrange transport or timing yourself.Is it for me?This works well if you want to see sloths and rainforest wildlife without hiking deep into remote terrain or managing your own guide and schedule — the flat, short trail and professional guide mean you get the wildlife in two hours without the physical demand or logistics.Free cancellationKids −44%fromUS$ 55View ›
Bogarin Trail Sloth Guided Tour: La Fortuna Rainforest Hike
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Bogarin Trail Sloth Guided Tour: La Fortuna Rainforest Hike★★★★★★★★★★ 4.87 (365)2hThe Bogarin Trail Sloth Guided Tour is a two-hour rainforest hike in La Fortuna led by a live guide who uses a telescope to locate and photograph sloths, toucans, basilisks, agoutis and owls. The trail winds through a reforested property that has recovered into native habitat since 2000, and the guide shares facts about the animals and plants as you encounter them. The hike is easy and flat, ending with fresh local pineapple and time to rest in rocking chairs while listening to the forest.Is it for me?You get a guide who finds the animals for you instead of a self-guided walk where you might miss them entirely—the telescope and the guide's knowledge are what turn a rainforest walk into actual wildlife observation.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −36%fromUS$ 55View ›
La Fortuna Night Tour: Rainforest Wildlife & Nocturnal Hike
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La Fortuna Night Tour: Rainforest Wildlife & Nocturnal Hike★★★★★★★★★★ 4.82 (299)2hYou walk a well-maintained rainforest trail outside La Fortuna after dark with a certified guide and up to seven others, spotting nocturnal wildlife like tree frogs, sloths, and glass frogs with low-intensity flashlights. Park entry, guide expertise, and water are included; you bring closed-toe shoes and moderate fitness. The tour lasts several hours and operates most nights.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see rainforest animals most visitors miss and don't want to navigate the forest alone at night — the guide's expertise and small group size are what make nocturnal wildlife spotting feel safe and educational rather than risky or rushed.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −22%fromUS$ 49View ›
Arenal: Night Walk Rainforest Wildlife & Twilight Frogs Tour
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Arenal: Night Walk Rainforest Wildlife & Twilight Frogs Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.87 (222)2hYou’ll join a small group for an Arenal night walk led by a local guide who knows where to spot sloths, toucans, frogs and snakes as day turns to night. Expect muddy trails, laughter over mispronounced names and the thrill of seeing wildlife up close as darkness falls around you.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −51%fromUS$ 63View ›
Lake Arenal boat tour and hiking: 360° views
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Lake Arenal boat tour and hiking: 360° views★★★★★★★★★★ 4.55 (20)2h–3hLake Arenal by boat and peninsula trail is a guided tour combining a scenic boat ride across Costa Rica's largest lake with an easy, wheelchair-accessible hike through Arenal Volcano National Park. The boat passes bays, peninsulas and islands while your guide explains the lake's history and the 1979 expansion that relocated the town; the trail that follows has no steps or steep incline and includes observation towers for 360-degree photographs of the lake and surrounding volcanoes. Live guides speak English or Spanish, pickup is included, and children from age 4 are welcome.Is it for me?Book the shared tour if you want to join other travelers; choose private if you need to set your own pace on the boat and trail.Free cancellationKids −29%fromUS$ 119View ›
Night walk Bijagua rainforest: Spot nocturnal wildlife
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Night walk Bijagua rainforest: Spot nocturnal wildlife★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (2)1h 30mA guided night walk through a private nature reserve in Bijagua where you follow easy trails with a certified local naturalist guide and spot nocturnal wildlife—tree frogs, sloths, snakes, insects and sleeping birds—while learning how rainforest species adapt to darkness. The tour runs 90 minutes, includes entrance and flashlights, and welcomes children from age 5; guides speak English and Spanish.Is it for me?At 90 minutes, the night walk leaves your afternoon or evening free for other activities—it's sized to fit into a partial day rather than consume it whole. If you have a few hours and want to see the rainforest come alive after dark without a full-day commitment, this tour works; if you're looking for a longer immersion or multiple destinations in one outing, you'll need a different product.Free cancellation-10%fromUS$ 54View ›
La Fortuna Rainforest Night Tour: Wildlife in Authentic Habitat
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La Fortuna Rainforest Night Tour: Wildlife in Authentic Habitat★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (1)2hA guided night tour through Arenal Fields – Nature Park in La Fortuna takes you on a two-hour walk through dense rainforest with a naturalist guide, LED flashlights and pickup from your hotel. The park sits away from traditional tourist routes, so the wildlife — red-eyed frogs, poisonous frogs, tree snakes, sloths, bats and fireflies — moves through its natural behaviors instead of reacting to crowds. A live guide in English or Spanish leads the walk through trails bordered by streams, pointing out insects, listening for cicadas and frogs, and watching for movement in the canopy.Is it for me?Book the private option if you want the trails and the guide's attention to yourself, or the group tour if you're comfortable sharing the experience and want to split the cost. Either way, the two-hour walk means you can fit this into an evening without losing a full day, and the pickup means you don't navigate to the park on your own after dark.Free cancellationKids −28%fromUS$ 60View ›
La Fortuna Night Walk: Private Rainforest Tour
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La Fortuna Night Walk: Private Rainforest Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.98 (84)2hA private guided night walk through rainforest near La Fortuna puts you on a trail 10 minutes from downtown with a live guide and flashlights, exploring the jungle's nocturnal ecosystem for 2 hours. The guide leads the way through darkness, pointing out frogs, reptiles, insects and mammals that emerge only after sunset. Each walk is different—what you encounter depends on the night and the season. Transportation to the trailhead is not included, though public options are available nearby.Is it for me?Book this walk if you want the rainforest to yourself—the private format means the guide's attention and the route's pace are yours alone, not divided among a larger group. It suits anyone curious about nocturnal wildlife but put off by crowded daytime tours.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −50%fromUS$ 60View ›
La Fortuna Night Tour: Private Nocturnal Wildlife Walk
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La Fortuna Night Tour: Private Nocturnal Wildlife Walk★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (1)2hA private 2-hour nocturnal wildlife walk in La Fortuna led by a local guide fluent in English, Spanish or French. You'll search for sloths and other night-active species on an easy trail near town, learning about the animals as you find them; entrance fee, spotting scope and seasonal fruit are included.Is it for me?At 2 hours, the walk leaves room for other activities in your day without eating the whole afternoon. It's built for anyone who wants to see what the jungle does at night without committing to a full-day expedition or arranging their own transport to a remote site.Free cancellationfromUS$ 47View ›

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La Fortuna Canyoning: 4 Waterfall Rappels & Monkey Drop
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La Fortuna Canyoning: 4 Waterfall Rappels & Monkey Drop★★★★★★★★★★ 4.91 (1,537)4hPure Trek Canyoning Adventure is a half-day waterfall rappelling and rock climbing activity in La Fortuna, Costa Rica, where you descend four waterfalls, attempt the signature Monkey Drop jump, and hike through the canyon with a professional guide. Hotel pickup and drop-off, lunch at Pure Trek headquarters, and transport by air-conditioned van are included; the tour runs four hours and welcomes children from age 5, though it requires moderate fitness and comfort with getting soaked.Is it for me?Book an early departure if you want the canyon before the afternoon heat and still have the rest of your day free; the 2 pm slot works if you're arriving in La Fortuna mid-morning or prefer a later start. Moderate fitness and comfort with water are what make this half-day work — it's not a spectator tour, and you'll be climbing, jumping and rappelling the whole time.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 95View ›
Arenal Volcano hike & hot springs in La Fortuna: Afternoon tour
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Arenal Volcano hike & hot springs in La Fortuna: Afternoon tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.72 (285)3h–4hThis afternoon tour in La Fortuna combines a guided hike around the base of Arenal Volcano with time soaking in a natural hot springs river. A bilingual guide leads you through rainforest trails on the volcano's west side, sharing its history and pointing out wildlife—tropical birds, monkeys and other creatures—before you unwind in the warm, mineral-rich waters. Hotel pickup and drop-off within 6km of La Fortuna Central Park are included; the tour runs 3 to 4 hours and requires moderate physical fitness.Is it for me?The afternoon timing and the guide's knowledge of the volcano's history and wildlife are what set this apart from soaking alone—you get the context and the movement before the soak, so the contrast between the two halves is what makes it work. Book this if you want real hiking followed by genuine relaxation, not a resort experience.Free cancellationKids −28%fromUS$ 54View ›
Arenal Volcano: Guided Hike on Lava Trails & Optional Hot Springs
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Arenal Volcano: Guided Hike on Lava Trails & Optional Hot Springs★★★★★★★★★★ 4.67 (139)2h 30mYou’ll cross ancient lava flows on this Arenal Volcano guided hike with a local expert who knows every story and stone. Walk regenerating forests, spot wildlife, pause for fruit at panoramic viewpoints—and maybe end your day soaking in hot springs if you want. It’s less about rushing and more about feeling what’s changed—and what hasn’t.Free cancellationKids −18%fromUS$ 79View ›
Arenal Hanging Bridges Tour Costa Rica: 14 Rainforest Bridges
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Arenal Hanging Bridges Tour Costa Rica: 14 Rainforest Bridges★★★★★★★★★★ 4.63 (121)3h–4hArenal Hanging Bridges is a guided hiking tour through Mistico Park near Volcano Arenal in Costa Rica, where you cross 14 bridges—6 of them hanging—over 3.1 kilometers of private reserve trails. The tour runs about 2.5 hours with a bilingual guide who points out native and migratory birds and explains the rainforest ecosystem; hotel pickup, snacks and bottled water are included.Is it for me?You get the canopy view without arranging transport or a guide separately—the minivan picks you up at your hotel, and the bilingual guide handles the whole hike, so you walk the bridges without building the day around logistics.Free cancellationKids −16%fromUS$ 78View ›
Arenal Volcano Hike: Guided Trails, Old Lava Fields & Snacks
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Arenal Volcano Hike: Guided Trails, Old Lava Fields & Snacks★★★★★★★★★★ 4.88 (89)3hYou’ll walk ancient lava trails with a local guide near Arenal Volcano, hear stories of eruptions past, taste fresh fruit under thick forest canopy, and catch views that stay in your mind long after. Includes pickup from La Fortuna, entry fees, snacks and drinks so you can just focus on each step.Free cancellationKids −49%fromUS$ 73View ›
Arenal Hanging Bridges: Rainforest Hiking & Wildlife Walk
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Arenal Hanging Bridges: Rainforest Hiking & Wildlife Walk★★★★★★★★★★ 4.65 (71)4hYou’ll walk suspended above Arenal’s rainforest on 15 hanging bridges with a local guide pointing out monkeys, birds, and hidden frogs along an easy 3 km trail. Expect hotel pickup, snacks on the way, and plenty of moments where you’ll just want to stop and stare at all that green—it sticks with you.Free cancellationKids −17%fromUS$ 67View ›
Rio Celeste Nature Hike: Swimming & Wildlife in La Fortuna
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Rio Celeste Nature Hike: Swimming & Wildlife in La Fortuna★★★★★★★★★★ 4.62 (34)4hYou swim in Rio Celeste's turquoise water, walk through old-growth forest with a local guide who finds wildlife most visitors miss, and return with park entry and water included. The hike suits moderate fitness and takes most of a morning.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to see Rio Celeste and wildlife without navigating the national park alone — the local guide is what makes finding sloths and monkeys possible, and the fixed itinerary means you don't have to plan the route or timing yourself.Free cancellationKids −26%fromUS$ 75View ›
La Fortuna Waterfall Guided Hike: Swim beneath the cascade
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La Fortuna Waterfall Guided Hike: Swim beneath the cascade★★★★★★★★★★ 4.68 (25)3hYou hike to a 70-meter waterfall in a protected forest, swim in the river below, then tour an organic farm and eat lunch there. Your guide manages the route, timing, and all entry fees, so you show up ready to move. The steep path and river swim mean you need good fitness, but that's what makes the whole day possible in one morning.Is it for me?Right for travelers with solid fitness who want both nature and culture in one morning — the steep hike and river swim are what let you reach the waterfall's base and understand the forest around it, while the farm visit adds the agricultural story that makes the landscape make sense.Free cancellationfromUS$ 92View ›
Arenal: Volcano hike in El Silencio Reserve with guide
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Arenal: Volcano hike in El Silencio Reserve with guide★★★★★★★★★★ 4.75 (24)4hYou’ll walk forest trails near Arenal Volcano with a local guide who shares stories about eruptions and wildlife. Spot frogs or birds if you’re lucky, feel the humid air on your skin, and pause in those rare pockets of silence among ancient trees — moments you’ll remember long after leaving Costa Rica.Free cancellationKids −15%fromUS$ 65View ›
Arenal Volcano Eco Adventure & Lagoon Activities Half-Day Tour
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Arenal Volcano Eco Adventure & Lagoon Activities Half-Day Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (15)5hWalk volcanic trails with a local guide, paddle or kayak across a natural lagoon, and try fun activities like zip lines and swings—all in Arenal Volcano Park. It’s a half-day packed with nature, stories, and just enough adrenaline to make it stick in your memory.Free cancellationfromUS$ 85View ›
Arenal Suspension Bridges & Volcano Hike: La Fortuna night tour
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Arenal Suspension Bridges & Volcano Hike: La Fortuna night tour★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (3)4hThis tour combines three distinct walks in the La Fortuna area: a 2-hour crossing of 10 suspension bridges (the highest 48 meters) through a 250-hectare primary forest reserve, a 1-hour hike at the base of Arenal Volcano, and a 1-hour guided night walk through the jungle with a flashlight. A nature guide leads the full day; transport, snacks, and all fees are included. Children from age 4 are welcome, and the pace suits all fitness levels.Is it for me?Book this if you want to walk suspension bridges up to 48 meters high and spot wildlife in the canopy without needing your own transport—the tour handles pickups and park entry.Free cancellationfromUS$ 265View ›
Arenal Volcano Hike & Night Walk: 1968 Lava Flow Tour
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Arenal Volcano Hike & Night Walk: 1968 Lava Flow Tour2h 30mA volcano hike and night walk tour near La Fortuna combines a guided trek through Arenal's 1968 lava flow with an evening forest walk to spot nocturnal wildlife. Small groups travel with a local nature guide who explains the volcano's geology and points out animals; the tour includes round-trip transport, a spotting scope, water, and all fees. Children from age 2 are welcome, and the full experience runs about two and a half hours.Is it for me?Book the shared tour for a guide's volcano and forest knowledge with included transport; choose private if your group wants a dedicated guide for the full hike and night walk.Free cancellationfromUS$ 135View ›
La Fortuna Hanging Bridges and Volcano Hike: Night Wildlife Tour
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La Fortuna Hanging Bridges and Volcano Hike: Night Wildlife Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (2)5hThis La Fortuna tour combines a daytime hike through the Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges reserve with a night walk in search of nocturnal creatures, led by a local guide. The day starts at the 250-hectare primary forest reserve with 10 walking bridges and 6 hanging bridges (the highest 48 meters, the longest 98 meters), where you'll spot howler monkeys, spider monkeys, capuchins, sloths, toucans and snakes. After the bridges, you hike the foothills of Arenal Volcano through 1968 lava fields while learning the volcano's history. The night walk follows, then a soak in the free Tabacon River hot springs. Transport and water are included; children from age 6 are welcome.Is it for me?Pick this if you want canopy, volcano, and nocturnal wildlife in one full day with transport and guide included—no need to coordinate separate bookings.Free cancellationfromUS$ 275View ›

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La Fortuna: Arenal Volcano, Hanging Bridges & Waterfall Day Tour
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La Fortuna: Arenal Volcano, Hanging Bridges & Waterfall Day Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.91 (1,874)8h–9hYou’ll wake up early in La Fortuna for a full day: hiking Arenal Volcano’s lava fields with a local guide, swimming below La Fortuna Waterfall after climbing down hundreds of steps, and walking Mistico Hanging Bridges high above the rainforest floor. Expect laughter, tired legs, good food—and maybe a sloth sighting that stays in your mind long after.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −25%fromUS$ 154View ›
La Fortuna Waterfall, Volcano Hike & Hot Springs Tour
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La Fortuna Waterfall, Volcano Hike & Hot Springs Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.89 (619)8hThis 8-hour La Fortuna tour combines three major attractions in one day: a swim in the pool below La Fortuna Waterfall, a guided hike around the base of Arenal Volcano with wildlife spotting, and a soak in natural hot springs. The tour includes a professional local guide, lunch, admission to the waterfall and ecological park, and hotel pickup within 6 km of La Fortuna Downtown. Hotels further away than Tabacón Resort may incur an extra charge.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're arriving in La Fortuna with a full day free and want to see the main attractions without arranging transport or guides yourself—the fixed itinerary, included meals and guide handling mean you show up and the day unfolds.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −38%fromUS$ 100View ›
Rio Celeste hike from La Fortuna: Blue waterfall and volcano
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Rio Celeste hike from La Fortuna: Blue waterfall and volcano★★★★★★★★★★ 4.83 (534)8hThis full-day tour from La Fortuna takes you into Tenorio Volcano National Park to hike to Rio Celeste, a rare blue river created by a chemical reaction between two mineral-rich volcanic streams. The 4-hour hike is medium-tough and leads to a waterfall, a lookout point and the exact spot where the color change happens. Hotel pickup, a professional guide in English or Spanish, and lunch at a local restaurant are included; after the hike you have time to swim in the river before returning to La Fortuna.Is it for me?Book this if you're based in La Fortuna and want a full-day hike with a guide—the four-hour uphill trek suits hikers comfortable with sustained effort, and you'll see the rare blue river and volcano views most visitors miss.Free cancellationTravelers' pickInfants freefromUS$ 89View ›
Hanging Bridges Arenal Waterfall: Three stops in one day
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Hanging Bridges Arenal Waterfall: Three stops in one day★★★★★★★★★★ 4.89 (383)8h–9hYou start on suspension bridges high in a private rainforest reserve, spotting wildlife and volcano views with a naturalist guide. By midday you're swimming in the turquoise pool beneath La Fortuna's 70-meter waterfall. After lunch, you hike to Mirador El Silencio for a close-range view of Arenal Volcano's cone. Hotel pickup, bilingual guide, all fees and meals are handled—you just show up with comfortable shoes and a camera.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to see the three main natural attractions around La Fortuna in a single day without arranging transport, guides or timing yourself—the fixed schedule is what makes fitting all three stops possible. Plan for a full 10 hours out, with moderate hiking and some steep sections, which is what lets you experience the hanging bridges, waterfall swim and volcano views without backtracking.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −18%fromUS$ 160View ›
Rio Celeste & Tenorio Volcano: Blue River Hike with Waterfall & Hot Springs
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Rio Celeste & Tenorio Volcano: Blue River Hike with Waterfall & Hot Springs★★★★★★★★★★ 4.95 (346)8hYou’ll follow jungle trails to Rio Celeste’s surreal blue river, stand beside its roaring waterfall, watch two rivers blend into one impossible color, and unwind in volcanic hot springs near Tenorio Volcano. Local guides share stories along the way and lunch is included — expect mud on your shoes and something new on your mind by sunset.Free cancellationKids −16%fromUS$ 92View ›
La Fortuna: Arenal Volcano Hike, Lunch & Hot Springs River
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La Fortuna: Arenal Volcano Hike, Lunch & Hot Springs River★★★★★★★★★★ 4.80 (292)6hYou’ll walk rainforest paths around Arenal Volcano with a local guide sharing stories along the way, pause for photos by a jade-green lagoon, enjoy a homemade Costa Rican lunch in good company, then unwind in the warm flow of Choyin hot springs river before heading back to town—a day full of color, laughter, and quiet moments you might not expect.Free cancellationKids −37%fromUS$ 62View ›
Arenal Volcano, Hanging Bridges & La Fortuna Waterfall Day Trip
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Arenal Volcano, Hanging Bridges & La Fortuna Waterfall Day Trip★★★★★★★★★★ 4.69 (188)10hYou’ll cross rainforest bridges near Arenal Volcano, hike ancient lava fields with a local guide, swim beneath La Fortuna Waterfall’s spray, and unwind in natural hot springs with a cocktail in hand. Expect moments of awe—and maybe laughter over lunch or language slips—that linger long after you leave.Free cancellationKids −41%fromUS$ 155View ›
Río Celeste: Nature Hike, Blue River Swim & Farm Lunch
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Río Celeste: Nature Hike, Blue River Swim & Farm Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.91 (174)8hYou’ll hike lush trails to see Río Celeste’s unreal blue waters, stand at Los Teñideros where colors change before your eyes, then cool off with a swim at a local farm. Lunch is fresh and simple — Costa Rican comfort food shared outdoors. Expect surprises: mist on your face at the waterfall or laughter echoing over turquoise water.Free cancellationKids −26%fromUS$ 95View ›
Arenal Volcano Rainforest Hike & Hanging Bridges: Full-Day Combo
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Arenal Volcano Rainforest Hike & Hanging Bridges: Full-Day Combo★★★★★★★★★★ 4.69 (163)8hThis full-day tour combines a guided rainforest hike through the slopes of Arenal Volcano with a walk across the Mistico Hanging Bridges, followed by time in thermo mineral hot springs. The hike takes about 6 hours in dense jungle; the bridges offer canopy-level views of monkeys, sloths and tropical birds. Hotel pickup and drop-off, lunch and a local guide in English or Spanish are included. The tour runs 10:30 AM to 6:00 PM and is recommended for travelers in very good physical condition.Is it for me?Combine the area's most demanding rainforest hike with canopy bridges, volcanic mud, waterfalls, and hot springs—all in one day with pickup and meals handled so you arrive ready to explore.Free cancellationKids −47%fromUS$ 131View ›
La Fortuna: Arenal Volcano Hike, Hanging Bridges & Waterfall
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La Fortuna: Arenal Volcano Hike, Hanging Bridges & Waterfall★★★★★★★★★★ 4.89 (114)10hYou hike through a 1968 lava field with Arenal volcano rising behind you, walk nine suspension bridges 2 miles through the jungle canopy, swim in the pool at La Fortuna Waterfall, and eat lunch at a Maleku village with butterfly gardens. A bilingual guide handles animal spotting and all navigation, and pickup, transport, entry fees and meals are included — you just show up ready to move.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to see Arenal's main highlights — volcano, canopy, waterfall — without arranging separate guides, transport and tickets, and who have moderate fitness for hiking and don't have spinal or heart conditions that would make a full day of trails risky.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −19%fromUS$ 155View ›
La Fortuna & Arenal Volcano: Guided Hike, Waterfall Swim, Local Lunch
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La Fortuna & Arenal Volcano: Guided Hike, Waterfall Swim, Local Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.93 (108)7hYou’ll hike through Arenal Volcano National Park with a local guide who shares stories about eruptions and wildlife, then descend to swim beneath La Fortuna Waterfall’s spray before relaxing over a home-cooked lunch at a family ranch. Expect real Costa Rican flavors, friendly faces, and moments that stick with you long after your shoes dry out.Free cancellationKids −32%fromUS$ 170View ›
La Fortuna canyoning and rafting combo
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La Fortuna canyoning and rafting combo★★★★★★★★★★ 4.96 (101)8hThis eight-hour combo activity in La Fortuna combines canyoning and white water rafting: you rappel down tropical waterfalls, rock climb and zip-line in the canyon, then paddle Class II-III rapids on the Balsa River. Hotel pickup and drop-off, lunch, beverages, a professional guide in English or Spanish, and all gear are included; children from age 8 are welcome when accompanied by an adult.Is it for me?One day, two epic adventures: rappel down waterfalls and zip-line through the canyon, then hit the rapids—your driver picks you up once and guides you through both.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 205View ›
La Fortuna hiking tour: 3 hikes, hanging bridges, waterfall
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La Fortuna hiking tour: 3 hikes, hanging bridges, waterfall★★★★★★★★★★ 4.96 (98)6hA full-day hiking tour near La Fortuna combines three separate trails: a 3 km circuit across 10 fixed and 6 hanging bridges through the rainforest; a 15-minute descent to La Fortuna Waterfall where you can swim; and an Arenal Volcano hike crossing solidified lava from the 1968 eruption, ending with views of Lake Arenal. A professional guide leads the route in English or Spanish, and the day includes lunch at a local restaurant, bottled water, entrance fees and hotel pickup. The tour runs six hours total and suits hikers with solid fitness who want three distinct landscapes in one outing.Is it for me?Book the private option if you want to set the pace and rest when you need it; the shared tour works if you're comfortable with a group and want to split the cost. Either way, this tour is built for hikers who can sustain six hours of mixed terrain and want to see three different landscapes — rainforest canopy, a waterfall pool, and volcanic ground — without organizing the logistics yourself.Free cancellationKids −22%fromUS$ 205View ›
La Fortuna: Safari Float, Waterfall Swim & Arenal Volcano Hike
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La Fortuna: Safari Float, Waterfall Swim & Arenal Volcano Hike★★★★★★★★★★ 4.92 (93)9h 30mYou’ll start your day floating quietly down Peñas Blancas River spotting monkeys and birds with your guide, then cool off swimming beneath La Fortuna Waterfall after a steep descent. Share lunch with a local family before hiking along Arenal Volcano’s old lava trails as evening falls—a day full of small surprises and real Costa Rican warmth.Free cancellationKids −34%fromUS$ 211View ›
Arenal Volcano: Morning Hike, Lake Swim & Hot Springs with Lunch
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Arenal Volcano: Morning Hike, Lake Swim & Hot Springs with Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.61 (85)6h 30mYou’ll hike rugged jungle trails at Arenal Volcano with a local guide who knows every call in the forest. Cool off swimming in an emerald lake (Tarzan swing optional), share lunch with your group, then unwind in real natural hot springs surrounded by trees—a day full of sweat, stories, and quiet moments you’ll probably carry home.Free cancellationKids −16%fromUS$ 60View ›
Arenal: Hanging Bridges, Volcano Hike & Hot Springs Day Trip
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Arenal: Hanging Bridges, Volcano Hike & Hot Springs Day Trip★★★★★★★★★★ 4.62 (81)7h 30mYou’ll cross hanging bridges above the rainforest floor near Arenal Volcano, hike historic lava fields with a local guide sharing stories along the way, then unwind in natural hot springs after a hearty Costa Rican lunch. Expect laughter on the bridges, bird calls echoing through the trees—and a few quiet moments you’ll want to keep for yourself.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −24%fromUS$ 99View ›
La Fortuna zip lining and canyoning combo: Rappel waterfalls
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La Fortuna zip lining and canyoning combo: Rappel waterfalls★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (77)8hA full-day zip lining and canyoning combo near La Fortuna pairs two separate adventures: a morning zip line course with heights up to 600 feet above the rainforest canopy, followed by an afternoon canyon descent where you rappel down waterfalls, rock climb and navigate the Monkey Drop. Hotel pickup, a Costa Rican lunch and professional guides in English or Spanish are included; children from age 5 can join.Is it for me?Book this if you want to combine zip-lining and canyoning in one day with a group following set timing and guides' instruction, rather than exploring each activity independently.Free cancellationfromUS$ 259View ›
La Fortuna & Arenal: Hanging Bridges, Volcano Hike & Family Lunch
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La Fortuna & Arenal: Hanging Bridges, Volcano Hike & Family Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (55)7h–8hYou’ll walk rainforest bridges listening for monkeys overhead, hike ancient lava flows beneath Arenal Volcano, share a home-cooked lunch with local flavors, then swim beneath La Fortuna Waterfall’s spray. Expect laughter, muddy boots, real Costa Rican warmth — and maybe a story or two you’ll want to retell.Free cancellationKids −18%fromUS$ 185View ›
Río Celeste Waterfall Hike from La Fortuna: Turquoise lagoon
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Río Celeste Waterfall Hike from La Fortuna: Turquoise lagoon★★★★★★★★★★ 4.69 (35)6hThis day trip from La Fortuna takes you on a guided hike through Tenorio Volcano National Park to Río Celeste waterfall and its azure lagoon, with a stop at Los Teñideros to see two rivers merge and turn the water turquoise. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, along with lunch at a local restaurant after the hike. A local guide leads the trek and explains the rainforest's plant and animal life along the way.Is it for me?The tour departs from La Fortuna with hotel pickup included, so you don't need a car or a way to reach the park entrance 1.5 hours away — the guide handles the drive and the route, and you arrive ready to hike.Free cancellationfromUS$ 141View ›
La Fortuna: Hanging Bridges & Waterfall Hike with Lunch
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La Fortuna: Hanging Bridges & Waterfall Hike with Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.94 (35)7hYou’ll hike through rainforest canopy on hanging bridges near Arenal, spot wildlife with a local guide, then descend to swim or relax by La Fortuna Waterfall before sharing lunch at a countryside spot. Expect muddy shoes and moments you’ll want to remember long after.Free cancellationKids −24%fromUS$ 150View ›
Waterfall Rappelling & Chocolate Tour in La Fortuna: 8 Hours
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Waterfall Rappelling & Chocolate Tour in La Fortuna: 8 Hours★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (11)8hAn 8-hour combo activity in La Fortuna that pairs waterfall rappelling with a chocolate tour, both led by bilingual guides. You start at a local chocolate farm where you learn the bean-to-bar process, taste artisanal chocolate and take a short oxcart ride; then move to Pure Trek canyon for an afternoon of rappelling down waterfalls, rock climbing, river hiking and the Monkey Drop. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, along with organic lunch at the canyon headquarters.Is it for me?Book this if you want both chocolate-making and waterfall rappelling in one day with continuous flow between them; skip it if you prefer to watch rappelling rather than rappel yourself, or if you only want one activity.Free cancellationfromUS$ 180View ›

Frequently asked questions

Can I book with free cancellation?

Yes: 47 of the 48 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.

How long do these experiences last?

Most options last half a day or longer. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.

Which one is the travelers' favorite?

La Fortuna Waterfall & Arenal Volcano: Full Day with Hot Springs is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.82 out of 5 across 2,590 reviews.

Are private options available?

Yes, 2 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.

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