Ziplining Los Cañones with Hot Springs and Lunch

You fly between platforms over rivers and canyons with Arenal Volcano in view the whole time.

Zipline Los Cañones is a private activity combining canopy flight over canyons and tropical forest with views of Arenal Volcano, followed by time in mineral hot springs and a typical Costa Rican lunch. Hotel pickup starts at 5 a.m., the zipline runs at 10 a.m., and you return by 3 p.m. A guide in English or Spanish leads the experience, and the vehicle is air-conditioned.

Step-by-step itinerary

Canopy adventure, hot springs, and lunch

• Pick-up at hotel 5 a.m.
• Canopy tour at Los Cañones 10 a.m.
• Relax in mineral hot springs
• Enjoy typical Costa Rican lunch 12 p.m.
• Return from Los Cañones 3 p.m.

The experience

Los Cañones sits near Arenal Volcano, and the zipline course runs you between platforms over canyons, rivers and forest canopy. The setup is what makes the views work: you're suspended above the landscape rather than walking through it, so the volcano stays visible and the scale of the terrain opens up. The course itself takes the morning. After you land, you have time to move into the mineral hot springs that sit on the grounds, surrounded by vegetation.

The day is built around private transport from your hotel, which means no waiting for other groups and no schedule pressure if you need to move at your own pace. Pickup happens at 5 a.m., giving you time to reach Los Cañones before the 10 a.m. zipline start. The guide speaks English or Spanish and stays with your group through both the canopy and the springs. Lunch, a typical Costa Rican meal, happens at noon in a quiet setting on the property, and the return to your hotel is timed for 3 p.m.

The vehicle is air-conditioned, which matters on a day that starts before dawn and involves physical activity in tropical heat. Specialized infant seats are available if you're traveling with small children. The operator notes that moderate fitness helps. Pregnant travelers should sit this one out.

What’s included

• Private hotel pickup and return.
• air-conditioned vehicle.
• canopy zipline course at Los Cañones.
• access to mineral hot springs.
• typical Costa Rican lunch.
• guide in English or Spanish.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

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.

Prices and times updated 12 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomeNot for pregnant travelers

Operated by Guanacaste Airport Shuttle Cr

Is this one for you?Private pickup from your hotel means you don't need a car or a ride arranged separately, and the early 5 a.m. start gets you to Los Cañones in time for the 10 a.m. zipline without a rush.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

What is the zipline course like at Los Cañones?

The canopy at Los Cañones runs between platforms over canyons, rivers and tropical forest with views of Arenal Volcano throughout. You fly suspended above the landscape rather than walking it, so the scale and the volcano stay visible the whole time.

When do I zipline, and when do I use the hot springs?

The zipline starts at 10 a.m. after your hotel pickup and drive. Once you finish the course, you move into the mineral hot springs on the property. Lunch happens at noon, and the return to your hotel is at 3 p.m.

Does the guide stay with my group the whole time?

Yes, a guide in English or Spanish leads your group through both the canopy and the hot springs. This is a private activity, so only your group participates.

What time does pickup happen, and where?

Hotel pickup starts at 5 a.m. from your accommodation. The early start gives you time to reach Los Cañones before the 10 a.m. zipline, and you return by 3 p.m.

Is the vehicle comfortable for an early morning drive?

The vehicle is air-conditioned, which helps on a day that starts before dawn. Specialized infant seats are available if you're traveling with young children.