All 8 options, side by side
✓ 2026-08-11| Option | Price | Per person | Length | Rating | Cancellation | Extra fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Fortuna Waterfall Guided Hike: Swim beneath the cascade | US$ 92 p.p. | US$ 92 | 3h | 4.68★ · 25 | free | — |
| La Fortuna Waterfall, Volcano Hike & Hot Springs TourBest value | US$ 100 p.p. | US$ 100 | 8h | 4.89★ · 619 | free | — |
| La Fortuna Waterfall & Arenal Volcano: Full Day with Hot SpringsOur pick | US$ 105 p.p. | US$ 105 | 11h | 4.82★ · 2,590 | free | — |
| La Fortuna: Hanging Bridges & Waterfall Hike with Lunch | US$ 150 p.p. | US$ 150 | 7h | 4.94★ · 35 | free | — |
| La Fortuna: Arenal Volcano, Hanging Bridges & Waterfall Day Tour | US$ 154 p.p. | US$ 154 | 8h–9h | 4.91★ · 1,874 | free | — |
| Arenal Volcano, Hanging Bridges & La Fortuna Waterfall Day Trip | US$ 155 p.p. | US$ 155 | 10h | 4.69★ · 188 | free | — |
| La Fortuna & Arenal Volcano: Guided Hike, Waterfall Swim, Local LunchTop rated | US$ 170 p.p. | US$ 170 | 7h | 4.93★ · 108 | free | — |
| La Fortuna hiking tour: 3 hikes, hanging bridges, waterfall | US$ 205 p.p. | US$ 205 | 6h | 4.96★ · 98 | free | — |
Real price per person across the 8 options: US$ 92–US$ 205 (median US$ 150). With 100+ reviews: 5 of 8.
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La Fortuna Waterfall Guided Hike: Swim beneath the cascadeYou 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.
La Fortuna Waterfall & Arenal Volcano: Full Day with Hot SpringsYou swim in La Fortuna Waterfall, hike to Arenal's highest viewpoint through lava fields, walk through a butterfly conservatory with rainforest views, visit a Maleku village, and end the day soaking in natural hot springs with a cocktail. Hotel pickup, bilingual guide, lunch, and all park fees are included; the group stays small, and the day is structured so you're moving between different ecosystems without dead time.Is it for me?Book this if you want to pack multiple ecosystems and activities into one day without arranging transport, paying separate entrance fees, or timing yourself—the fixed itinerary and included guide handle all of that, which is what makes a full volcano, waterfall, and hot springs day possible in one afternoon.
La Fortuna: Arenal Volcano, Hanging Bridges & Waterfall Day TourYou’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.
La Fortuna Waterfall, Volcano Hike & Hot Springs TourThis 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.
Arenal Volcano, Hanging Bridges & La Fortuna Waterfall Day TripYou’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.
La Fortuna & Arenal Volcano: Guided Hike, Waterfall Swim, Local LunchYou’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.
La Fortuna hiking tour: 3 hikes, hanging bridges, waterfallA 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.
La Fortuna: Hanging Bridges & Waterfall Hike with LunchYou’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.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 8 of the 8 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.
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