Arenal Volcano Tours

Day Pass to The Springs Resort

Arrive at this 5 Star Resort in the afternoon and stay until closing at around 10:00 PM.  Enjoy amazing views of one of the world’s most beautiful volcanoes! This breathtaking resort offers over 20 pools ranging in temperature fed by naturally heated thermal waters and also cold springs. Sit back, relax and enjoy!  A delicious buffet dinner is included with the entrance fee to conclude the perfect afternoon at Arenal.

Whats Included: Transportation, entrance fee, and dinner

Recommend Ages: All Ages

Tour Duration (approximately): 5 hours (stay until 10:00 PM)

What to Bring: Sunscreen, swimsuit, towel, change of clothes, some cash for locker rental

Arenal Sky Tram Up & Down

The 6 Sky Tram gondolas offer endless views on the lush Costa Rican rainforest. This tour is perfect for people who want to admire the nature without much physical effort. Your guide will point out a variety of wildlife and flora to you. The Sky Trams go up to the highest point of the reserve where you will enjoy an astonishing view from the observation platform!

What’s Included: Transportation, guide

Recommended Ages: All Ages

Tour Duration (approximately): 1 hour

What to bring: Sunscreen, hiking or tennis Shoes, comfortable clothes, jacket or raincoat

Mountain Biking Arenal

We just discovered this awesome single-track trail near the the Arenal Volcano National Park and you’re going to love it! It’s got all the perfect elements for an excellent mountain bike ride in Costa Rica. This rather challenging 19 kilometer trail runs through farmlands and rainforest scenery. This trail is designed for passionate mountain bikers. You will also see spectacular views of the Arenal Volcano and impressive forests that surround you. Half way through the bike ride, you’ll stop and enjoy a delicious and refreshing snack before you finish the rest of this exciting ride! 

What’s Included: Professional suspension mountain bike, Helmet, Gloves, Transportation, Drinks and snack, Bilingual biking guide. 

What to bring: Biking or comfortable adventure clothes, Secure shoes, Sunscreen.

Recommended Ages: 13+

Duration of Tour: 4 hours

Arenal Mundo Aventura Canopy Adventure Combo Adrenaline

Start your combo with a 2 mile (3 kilometer) tractor ride to the Pino Blanco lookout. Choose between the two combinations and finish your adventure with a visit at the interesting Maleku Indian Village and cultural rescue center! Both combos offer the option to return on horseback if you are seeking for an extra adventure after your tour. 

Waterfall & Canopy Combo: Hike an inclined trail for 1,640 miles (500 meters), a 98 ft (30 meter) long hanging bridge, and a pronounced trail along the La Fortuna River. Visit the lookout point of La Fortuna Waterfall, where you are able to take a swim, or pictures. Next, return to the Pino Blanco waterfall, where you will begin your canopy adventure. 

Whats Included: Transportation, guide, snack, and water

Recommended Ages: 7+

What to bring: Sunscreen, insect repellant, walking shoes, comfortable clothes

Duration Tour: 2.5 hours

Venado Caves Costa Rica

If you like to get wet and muddy, this fascinating adventure under ground is the perfect choice for you! Approximately one hour from La Fortuna, you will walk through narrow passages, incredible labyrints, and chambers where you will see the famous rock formation named “La Papaya” and other stalactites and stalagmites that surely will astonish every one. You will also see some wildlife such as spidersand bats! NOTE: Recommended for people in good physical condition.

What’s Included: Transportation, guide, and drinks

Recommended Ages: 7+

Tour Duration (approximately): 4 hours

What to bring: Insect repellant, walking shoes, comfortable clothes, camera.

Canopy Combination AMA and Adventure Tour

A tractor will take you to the first observation point where you will start a natural history walk through the jungle to the first canopy cable. The cables, 12 in total, offer a different sensation and experience crossing canyons, observing waterfalls, and over the tops of trees. After the zip line tour you will visit the Maleku village to learn about their culture then enjoy a horseback ride back (or opt for a tractor ride). You can also visit to the natural sanctuary, garden of butterflies and frogs.

Whats Included: Guide and transport

What to Bring: Comfortable clothes, closed toed shoes, sunscreen, inset repellent.

Duration (approximately): 4 hours

Lost Canyon Canyoning Adventure with Desafio

The mountainous terrain near the Arenal Volcano is the perfect spot for Costa Rica’s brand new trend sport: Canyoneering! You will rappel down waterfalls and hike in an isolated canyon in the middle of the rainforest. Moreover, the canyoneering jungle course includes river tracing and jumping into natural pools. Canyoning is the perfect activity to combine nature, fun, and adventure while exploring Costa Rica’s lush rainforest.

What’s Included: Transportation, guide, and lunch

Recommended Ages: 13 – 65 years

Tour Duration (approximately): 4 hours

What to bring: Clothes to get wet in, change of clothes, secure shoes, some money to buy photos or a t-shirt for your tour

Sunset Cruise on Lake Arenal with Desafio

The beauty and lush landscape around Lake Arenal and the surrounding areas make for the perfect for a leisurely boat ride on one of Central America’s largest lakes. Enjoy a 2-hour motorboat ride on Lake Arenal where you will have the chance to see a variety of resident and migratory birds and may be able to spot some mammals like the monkeys, coatis, and sloths on the lake shores. While on the boat ride on the lake, you will observe the west side of Arenal Volcano and possible eruptions when the sky around the peak of the cone is clear. 

What’s Included: Transportation, guide, snacks, and beverages

Recommended Ages: 3 – 85 years

Tour Duration (approximately): 3 hours

What to bring: Insect repellant, camera, binoculars, light jacket

Hanging Bridges – Natural History Walk with Mistico

On this tour you can enjoy the abundant biodiversity and wildlife of the Costa Rican nature. An experienced naturalist will guide you through the fascinating rainforest and tell you about its natural history. Moreover, you can enjoy the astonishing views on the majestic Arenal Volcano from the Hanging Bridges. The total length is 2 miles (3.2 kilometers), however you are able to take the short version, which stretches over 1.1 miles (1.9 kilometers).

What’s Included: Transportation, guide, admission to Arenal Hanging Bridges

Recommended Ages: All ages

Tour Duration (approximately): 2 ½ hours

What to bring: Insect repellant, closed shoes, camera, hat

Horseback Ride and Hike to La Fortuna Waterfall and Visit to Indigenous Village with Arenal Mundo Aventura

Enjoy gorgeous green countryside and spectacular views of the Arenal Volcano will accompany you on this horseback ride to La Fortuna Waterfall and Replica Indigenous Village. The horses are sturdy and well-adapted to the jungle. This is an easy and slow 2 mile (3 kilometers) ride which makes it perfect for beginners or people who want to soak in the beauty of nature. Throughout your 1-hour hiking the rainforest and trails, your guide will point out wildlife, and you will get to see beautiful views of the green countryside and the breathtaking Arenal volcano. When you reach the entrance to the waterfall, “park” your horse and head with your guide down to the La Fortuna Waterfall. You will have the opportunity to take a swim in the cool waters. On your way back, you will stop by a village inhabited by the indigenous Maleku. They will show you their traditional handicrafts and you will learn about their language and culture. What a perfect way to experience the beautiful nature and culture of Costa Rica! 

What’s Included: Transportation, guide, and water

Recommended Ages: +7 (Minimum: 3 ft. 10″ / 116 cm)

Tour Duration (approximately): 4 hours

What to Bring: Sunscreen, swimsuit, insect repellant, long pants, secure shoes, rain jacket, towel, binoculars, camera

Rainforest River Float and Safari with Aventuras Arenal

This relaxing Float and Safari tour takes you on the beautiful Rio Peñas Blancas where you’re bound to spot a variety of wildlife. There are tropical birds such as Oropendolas, Tucans, Kingfishers, as well as monkeys, poison dart frogs, caimans, and much more! This beautiful river is only 30 minutes from La Fortuna making it a perfect addition to other tours. You will travel on an informative boat ride near the Arenal Volcano to the entrance of the river. There you will board an inflatable raft along the banks of the river. Your naturalist guide will point out the Costa Rican wildlife along the way!

What’s Included: Transportation, guide, snacks, and beverages

Recommended Ages: 8+

Tour Duration (approximately): 4 hours

What to bring: Sunscreen, insect repellant, comfortable clothes, camera, binoculars, towel, rain jacket

Pure Trek Canyoning

If you would like to experience true wilderness on your Costa Rica tour, you made the right choice with this Canyoning adventure. From secure cables to adrenaline-filled moments, this canyoning tour consists of four different rappels – three of these go down by stunning waterfalls, and one follows the line of a flat rock wall – as well as a Monkey Drop and a Rock Climb. As streams feed the canyon, you can expect to get wet, but this canyoning tour near the Arenal Volcano will be well worth it. A delicious lunch will await you after your tour, as climbing and rappel down will make you hungry. 

What’s Included: Transportation, guide, photographer, waterproof jacket and lunch

Recommended Ages: 5+

Tour Duration (approximately): 4 hours

What to bring: Fast drying clothes, trekking sandals, light hiking boots, change of clothes, towel.

Lost Canyon Canyoning Adventure

The mountainous terrain near the Arenal Volcano is perfect spot for Costa Rica’s brand new trend sport: Canyoneering! You will rappel down waterfalls and hike in an isolated canyon in the middle of the rainforest. Moreover, the canyoneering jungle course includes river tracing and jumping into natural pools. Canyoning is the perfect activity to combine nature, fun and adventure while exploring Costa Rica’s lush rainforest.

What’s Included: Transportation, guide and lunch

Recommended Ages: 13 – 65 years

Tour Duration (approximately): 4 hours

What to bring: Clothes to get wet in, change of clothes, secure shoes, some money to buy photos or a t-shirt of your tour

Adrenaline Combo with Jacamar

Get your adrenaline pumping to the maximum on this whitewater rafting and zip-lining adventure in La Fortuna! Travel to Río Balsa, Arenal and challenge yourself with class 2-3 rapids for approximately two hours along about 6.2 miles (10 kilometers) of lush Costa Rican rainforest. Afterward, start the second part of your adrenaline-filled day with a spectacular zip-lining tour. This canopy adventure will take you on a total of 8 exciting cables with 14 platforms throughout this adventure park. The cables ranging in length between 263 ft to 2460 ft (80 meters to 750 meters) and an average height of 125 ft (38 meters)!

Whats Included: Transportation, guide, fruits, and meal

Recommended Ages: 8+

Tour Duration (approximately): 5 hours

What to bring: Sunscreen, insect repellant, secure shoes, clothes to get wet in, change of clothes

Sportfishing at Lake Arenal with Jacamar

This is your opportunity to catch a special fish! Lake Arenal is the home of Rainbow Bass, Machaca and Sabalete. You will get the best results on summer days but conditions are good all year round. The spectacular views on Arenal Volcano and the professional equipment will impress you.

What’s Included: Transportation, guide, snacks and beverages

Recommended Ages: 6+

Tour Duration (approximately): 4 hours

What to bring: Sunscreen, insect repellant, light comfortable clothing, light jacket

Balsa River

Rafting on Rio Balsa gives you the opportunity to ride class III rapids and enjoy the beautiful nature around you. Rio Balsa is ideal for beginners but more experienced rafters will surely enjoy it to the fullest because of the scenery. The challenging waves will require you to do some maneuvers from time to time. Jacamar’s professional bilingual guides will make sure that the ride is safe. You will be able to see monkeys, iguanas, sloths and many tropical birds. This tour is the perfect way to combine nature and adventure! 

What’s Included: Transportation, guide, fruits, and lunch

Recommended Ages: 12+

Tour Duration (approximately): 2 hours

What to bring: Sunscreen, rubber-soled shoes that can get wet, swimsuit, shorts of a quick-drying material, change of clothes, towel

Guided Sky Walk with Sky Adventures

Sky Walk uses trails and 5 suspension bridges for a more relaxing introduction of the flora and fauna of the forest canopy. The 2.2 mile (3.6 kilometers) long trail allows a vision of the forest from a different perspective which starts with a hike on the ground and then taking you to explore the treetops at a height of up to 2460 ft. (750 meters). Sky Walk’s high-quality bridges are designed for safety, span across canyons and bring visitors face to face with the upper level of the forest canopy. 

What’s Included: Transportation and guide

Recommended Ages: All Ages

Tour Duration (approximately): 3 hours

What to bring: Sunscreen, hiking or tennis Shoes, comfortable clothes, jacket or raincoat

Sky Tram with Sky Adventures

The 6 Sky Tram gondolas offer endless views on the lush Costa Rican rainforest. This tour is perfect for people who want to admire the nature without much physical effort. Your guide will point out a variety of wildlife and flora to you. The Sky Trams go up to the highest point of the reserve where you will enjoy an astonishing view from the observation platform!

What’s Included: Transportation, guide

Recommended Ages: All Ages

Tour Duration (approximately): 1 hour

What to bring: Sunscreen, hiking or tennis Shoes, comfortable clothes, jacket or raincoat

Jeep Boat Jeep Arenal To Monteverde

Enjoy your transfer from Arenal to the Cloud Forests of Monteverde with this very scenic route! A van will pick you up at your hotel in Arenal and drive you to the Arenal Lake (this will take approx. 1 hour), then you will board a boat to cross the Arenal Lake (approx. 1 hour), upon the other side of the lake you will have a different van drive you to your hotel in Monteverde (approx. 1 hour). This is a shared transfer with other people in the vans and boat. Your luggage will go with you the entire time. This journey takes around 3 hours and 30 minutes total.

Arenal Volcano Observation Hike and Hot Springs

The Arenal Volcano National Park is one of the most visited parks in all of Central America. The trails in Arenal National Park are generally flat and not very strenuous offering the perfect opportunity to enjoy a leisurely and informative hike. Start the day off by driving to the entrance of the Arenal National Park. This is where you can use the facilities and read up on the history of the area before your hike. Then hike through well-groomed, easy trails that skirt the base of the Arenal Volcano. This area was once devastated by the lava flow in 1968 which is why this area has very little vegetation. Finish off your perfect day with a dip in the Hot Springs and a delicious dinner!

Whats Included: Transportation, guide, entrance fee, beverages and dinner

Recommend Ages: 6+

Tour Duration (approximately): 6 hours

What to Bring: Sunscreen, insect repellant, walking shoes, swimsuit, towel, change of clothes, camera, binoculars, rain jacket.

Sky Walk & Sky Tram with Sky Adventures

Sky Walk uses trails and 5 suspension bridges for a more relaxing introduction of the flora and fauna of the forest canopy. The 2.2 mile (3.6 kilometers) long trail allows a vision of the forest from a different perspective which starts with a hike on the ground and then taking you to explore the treetops at a height of up to 2460 ft. (750 meters). Sky Walk’s high-quality bridges are designed for safety, span across canyons and bring visitors face to face with the upper level of the forest canopy. The 6 Sky Tram gondolas offer endless views on the lush Costa Rican rainforest. This tour is perfect for people who want to admire the nature without much physical effort. Your guide will point out a variety of wildlife and flora to you. The Sky Trams go up to the highest point of the reserve where you will enjoy an astonishing view from the observation platform!

What’s Included: Transportation, guide

Recommended Ages: All Ages

Tour Duration (approximately): 4 hours

What to bring: Sunscreen, hiking or tennis Shoes, comfortable clothes, jacket or raincoat

Sky Tram & Trek with Sky Adventures

The 6 Sky Tram gondolas offer endless views on the lush Costa Rican rainforest. This tour is perfect for people who want to admire the nature without much physical effort. Your guide will point out a variety of wildlife and flora to you. The Sky Trams go up to the highest point of the reserve where you will enjoy an astonishing view from the observation platform! Sky Trek is a thrilling tour including 7 zip lines which stretch across canyons and in between treetops on over 4100 ft (1250 meter) length. You’ll get to enjoy breathtaking nature, especially on their longest cable with 2493 ft (760 meter).

Whats Included: Transportation and guide

Recommended Ages: 8+ (minimum height 4 ft / 120cm)

Tour Duration (approximately): 3 ½ hours

What to Bring: Comfortable clothes, tennis shoes, insect repellent, some money for coffee or snacks

Sky Walk, Sky Tram & Sky Trek with Sky Adventures

Sky Walk uses trails and 5 suspension bridges for a more relaxing introduction of the flora and fauna of the forest canopy. The 2.2 mile (3.6 kilometer) long trail allows a vision of the forest from a different perspective which starts with a hike on the ground and then taking you to explore the treetops at a height of up to 2460 ft. (750 meter). Sky Walk’s high quality bridges are designed for safety, span across canyons and bring visitors face to face with the upper level of the forest canopy. The 6 Sky Tram gondolas offer endless views on the lush Costa Rican rainforest. This tour is perfect for people who want to admire the nature without much physical effort. Your guide will point out a variety of wildlife and flora to you. The Sky Trams go up to the highest point of the reserve where you will enjoy an astonishing view from the observation platform! Sky Trek is a thrilling tour including 7 zip lines which stretch across canyons and in between treetops on over 4100 ft (1250 meter) length. You’ll get to enjoy breathtaking nature, especially on their longest cable with 2493 ft (760 meter).

Whats Included: Transportation and guide

Recommended Ages: 8+ (minimum height 4 ft / 120cm)

Tour Duration (approximately): 6 ½ hours

What to Bring: Sunscreen, comfortable clothes, tennis shoes, insect repellent, some money for coffee or snacks

Horseback Riding Tour with Don Tobias

The whole ride is done on private property going through first and second generation forests as well as some beautiful fields used for cattle raising. You will be able to enjoy amazing views of the great Arenal Volcano that accompanies you along the whole way. Start at the foot of the mountain, go up through secondary forest terrains and cattle fields, and cross a beautiful primary forest area that will take you to a beautiful lagoon. Here the horses will be able to refresh themselves in order to continue the journey. Later, ascend a little further and begin to see the impressing view that is at your back! What a fantastic tour!

Whats Included: Transportation, guide, water and fruits

Recommended Ages: 6+

Tour Duration (approximately): 3 hours

What to bring: Sunscreen, insect repellant, comfortable clothes, binoculars, camera

Arenal Volcano National Park with Desafio

The Arenal Volcano National Park is one of the most visited parks in all of Central America. The trails in Arenal National Park are generally flat, which is perfect for a leisurely and informative hike with your guide. You will have plenty of opportunities to observe various bird species such as Honeycreepers, Tanagers, Hummingbirds, Trogons, Woodpeckers and much more! Enjoy magnificent views, learn more about the area and spot various wildlife and plants!

Whats Included: Transportation, guide, and drinks

Recommended Ages: 5 – 65 years

Tour Duration (approximately): 1 ½ hours

What to bring: Sunscreen, insect repellant, hiking shoes, binoculars, camera

Arenal Combo Safari Float & La Fortuna Waterfall with Desafio

Are you visiting La Fortuna and the Arenal area during your vacation in Costa Rica? Then you should not miss out to participate in this amazing nature combination tour. You will flow down one of the most beautiful rivers in the country during an easy-going float, enjoy a local lunch and head out to the amazing La Fortuna Waterfall for a refreshing swim! This combo tour is perfect for the entire family!

Whats Included: Transportation, guide, snack, and lunch

Recommended Ages: 6+

Tour Duration (approximately): 5 hours

What to bring: Sunscreen, insect repellant, comfortable clothes, swimsuit, hat

Arenal Combo Chocolate Tour & La Fortuna Waterfall with Desafio

Hike down to the breathtaking 150 ft (45 meters) high La Fortuna Waterfall where you can swim in the crystal-clear pool beneath it. Take advantage of some beautiful photo ops, before you will come back up the 300 steps from the waterfall! You will have the opportunity to change into your dry clothes before heading down the road to the cacao plantation to learn about the chocolate making process. This kind of chocolate has a wide range of health benefits so you do not need to feel guilty about eating a lot of it!

Whats Included: Transportation, guide, snacks

Recommended Ages: 6+

Tour Duration (approximately): 4 hours

What to bring: Insect repellant, walking shoes, clothes to get wet in, change of clothes, swimsuit, binoculars, camera

Arenal Mambo Combo Adventure with Desafio

Make the most of your limited vacation time! Combine the two Arenal adventures in one: go canyoneering and rafting on the Río Balsa. Your adrenaline will be pumping for sure. Rappel, down-climb stunning waterfalls and river trace along a rainforest canyon. And, because this is not enough for true adventure lover, go rafting on class II – III rapids on Río Balsa. Observe wildlife, enjoy the lush forest, and have a lot of fun! To top off this adventure-filled day, regain your strength with a delicious lunch.

Whats Included: Transportation, guide, drinks, snacks and lunch

Recommended Ages: 13 – 60 years

Tour Duration (approximately): 9 hours

What to bring: Secure shoes, clothes to get wet in, change of clothes

Costa Rican Cooking Class with Desafio

If you are looking for a special culture tour, you should try this cooking class! A local Arenal family will guide you through the process educating you about local products and traditional cuisine. Oftentimes people will say that Costa Rican food is all about the “rice and beans”, but do not underestimate the secrets and specials of Costa Rican cooking. Afterwards enjoy your culinary creation with amazing views of the Arenal area. 

Whats Included: Transportation, delicious homemade meal

Recommended Ages: 6+

Tour Duration (approximately): 4 hours

What to bring: Comfortable clothes, camera, appetite

Rainforest Chocolate Tour with Rainforest Chocolate Tour

On this tour, you will enjoy views of the Arenal Volcano while having “the sweetest rainforest experience,” and discover the ancient secrets of chocolate. On this two hours of a hands-on tour, you will learn about chocolate while participating in the production process. You will learn about harvesting, drying and grind of the seeds, and how it is developed into the product that we all enjoy today. Learn about the discovery of chocolate, its use, and processing all while enjoying high-quality organic chocolate.

Whats Included: Transportation, guide, and drinks

Recommended Ages: All ages

Tour Duration (approximately): 2 hours

What to bring: Sunscreen, insect repellant, hiking shoes, binoculars, camera

Proyecto Asis Tour & Volunteering

Costa Rica is known for its great diversity of plants and animals, however, human development and the accompanying destruction of natural habitat, not to mention illegal hunting, have led to a precipitous decline in wildlife populations, causing many species to be in danger of extinction. We believe by doing our part in helping injured wild animals and educating the public on the struggle of these animals, we will be helping to restore the balance between man and nature. At our wild animal rescue center, you can help us prepare the diet for the animals, and in the afternoon, you can help clean the enclosures, or something else that might be required like painting, making toys for the animals, or help build a new enclosure. The activity is perfect for kids, teenagers and adults (all ages)!

Whats Included: Transportation, guide, coffee

Recommended Ages: All ages

Tour Duration (approximately): 2 hours

What to bring: Sunscreen, insect repellant, comfortable clothing, closed toe shoes

Gravity Falls – The Best of Arenal

Are you ready for the country’s most extreme adventure tour? You will rappel and free fall from a gigantic 140 feet (43 meters) waterfall, only 25 minutes from La Fortuna. After that, you jump into a deep blue pool! This is the perfect tour if you are adventurous and want to try something new. 

What’s Included: Transportation, guide, equipment and a meal

Recommended Ages: 16 – 55 years

Tour Duration (approximately): 6 hours

What to Bring: Clothes to get wet in, sturdy water shoes, change of clothes, sense of adventure!

Baldi Hot Springs with Meal

One of the most popular hot springs. This tour shows the best of both worlds, in terms of the raw untamed beauty of the imposing Arenal Volcano, which is juxtaposed against the lush and soothing thermal waters of Baldi Hot Springs.

What Included: Entrance fee and 1 time meal.

What to bring: Swimwear, sun blocker, sun glasses, sandals.

Recommended Ages: All ages

Duration Tour: 4 hours

Note: Transportation Not Included

ATV La Pradera Adventure at Arenal

Get your adrenaline pumping after you have received the safety briefing and a quick driving practice! Drive on the property of a private farm, explore the beautiful scenario of nature, trees, birds and animals. Reach a very high point on the base of the volcano, where you can overview the entire Arenal area and of course the majestic volcano itself. Regain energy with some drinks and continue with the rest of your adventure. Your final destination will be the Arenal River, where you can take a shower, rest for a while and come back to the restaurant to have a delicious lunch or dinner!

Whats Included: Transportation and guide

Recommended Ages: 16+

Tour Duration (approximately): 3 hours

What to bring: Sunscreen, insect repellant, comfortable clothing, closed toe shoes, travel insurance, driver’s license.

Arenal Volcano & Tabacon Hot Springs Tour with Expediciones Tropicales

This tour combines the roughness of nature with luxury set amidst lush greenery. You will experience Costa Rican traditions on your way to Arenal as you are stoping in the famous town of Sarchi, known for their many crafts and arts. Cross various plantations with agricultural produce until arriving in La Fortuna. Enjoy lunch with a view of the volcano at a cozy restaurant. Arrive at Tabacon Hot Springs and relax and rejuvenate in their 72 to 105 degrees Fahrenheit (22 to 40 degrees Celsius) Hot Springs. To round off your tour you will be served a wonderful dinner, again with breathtaking views of the volcano.

Whats Included: Transportation, guide, lunch and dinner

Recommended Ages: All ages

Tour Duration (approximately): 13 hours

What to bring: Sunscreen, insect repellant, swimsuit, water shoes, change of clothes, binoculars, camera

Mistico Hanging Bridges Natural History Walk

On this tour you can enjoy the abundant biodiversity and wildlife of the Costa Rican nature. An experienced naturalist will guide you through the fascinating rainforest and tell you about its natural history. Moreover, you can enjoy the astonishing views on the majestic Arenal Volcano from the Hanging Bridges. The total length is 2 miles (3.2 kilometers), however you are able to take the short version, which stretches over 1.1 miles (1.9 kilometers).

What’s Included: Transportation, guide, admission to Arenal Hanging Bridges

Recommended Ages: All ages

Tour Duration (approximately): 2 ½ hours

What to bring: Insect repellant, closed shoes, camera, hat.

White Water Rafting Rio Balsa Arenal

Rafting on Rio Balsa gives you the opportunity to ride on class III rapids and enjoy the beautiful nature around you. Rio Balsa is ideal for beginners but more experienced rafters will surely enjoy it to the fullest because of the scenery. The challenging waves will require you to do some maneuvers from time to time. Jacamar’s professional bilingual guides will make sure that the ride is safe. You will be able to see monkeys, iguanas, sloths and many tropical birds. This tour is the perfect way to combine nature and adventure! 

What’s Included: Transportation, guide, fruits and lunch

Recommended Ages: 8+

Tour Duration (approximately): 2 hours

What to bring: Sunscreen, rubber soled shoes that can get wet, swimsuit, shorts of a quick-drying material, change of clothes, towel

Club Rio Adventure

– River Tubing Adventure

The tubing course is about 0.5 miles (800 meters) long. Life jackets and helmets are provided – Please bring water shoes with a secure heel strap, otherwise you can rent them for $4 a pair. NOTE: Minimum age 8 years; with a guide 7 years. 

– River Kayaking

The certified river guides will lead you through the class II rapids of the beautiful Arenal River while you are enjoying the spectacular views on the tropical scenery. This adventure in the Arenal Canyon will leave you with wet clothes and a big smile. Life jackets and helmets are provided – Please bring water shoes with a secure heel strap, otherwise you can rent them for $4 a pair. NOTE: Minimum age 12 years; with a guide 7 years. 

– Horseback Riding

Enjoy an easy ride through the forest, across a river, and along a country road with amazing views on the Arenal Volcano. You will be able to observe the native wildlife and see the typical life of the local farmers. This tour is perfect for all levels of riders. NOTE: Minimum age 5 years old.

– Guided Nature Tour

The 2 hour hike takes you through the trails at Club Rio where you will experience a Gallery Rainforest. You could see different species of birds, as well as frogs and capuchin monkeys.

– Rock Wall Climbing

Develop your physical and mental strength! The climbing walls are 50 yards (15 meters) high and offer different routes as well as various difficulty levels. Harnesses, helmets and climbing shoes are provided. No prior experience is necessary. NOTE: Minimum age 7 years. 

What’s Included: Transportation, guide, entrance to hot springs and lunch

Recommended Ages: Depending on the options you choose

Tour Duration (approximately): Depending on the options you choose 

What to bring: Depending on the options you choose (water activities: water shoes)

Tabacon Hot Springs

Take time to relax your mind and body as you enjoy of these therapeutic volcanic hot water springs, surrounded by mother nature, rain forest, volcano and magnificent infrastructure of pools, waterfalls and wet bars that will make your visit to these place very pleasant. 

What Included: Entrance Fee & Dinner.

What to bring: Swimwear, sandals, extra clothes.

Recommended Ages: All ages

Duration Tour: 4 hour

Arenal Sky Trek & Tram Ultimate Zip Lines

The 6 Sky Tram gondolas offer endless views on the lush Costa Rican rainforest. This tour is perfect for people who want to admire the nature without much physical effort. Your guide will point out a variety of wildlife and flora to you. The Sky Trams go up to the highest point of the reserve where you will enjoy an astonishing view from the observation platform! Sky Trek is a thrilling tour including 7 zip lines which stretch across canyons and in between treetops on over 4100 ft (1250 meter) length. You’ll get to enjoy breathtaking nature, especially on their longest cable with 2493 ft (760 meter).

Whats Included: Transportation and guide

Recommended Ages: 8+ (minimum height 4 ft / 120cm)

Tour Duration (approximately): 3 ½ hours

What to Bring: Comfortable clothes, tennis shoes, insect repellent, some money for coffee or snacks

Arenal Sky Walk

Sky Walk consists of trails and 5 suspension bridges for a more relaxing introduction of the flora and fauna of the forest canopy. The 2.2 mile (3.6 kilometer) long trail gives you a vision of the forest from a different perspective. You will start on the ground and then walk up to explore the treetops. Here you will witness a hardly discovered habitat called the “canopy”. 90% of organisms in the forest are on the top of the trees, through which you will be walking! This truly is a relaxed way to appreciate Costa Rica’s magnificent biodiversity!

Whats Included: Transportation, entrance fee

Recommended Ages: All ages

Tour Duration (approximately): 3 hours

What to bring: Insect repellant, walking shoes, comfortable clothes, rain jacket

Round Trip Kalambu Hot Springs Water Park

A visit to Arenal, Costa Rica is not complete without a trip to the amazing hot springs that are famous in this area.  The Kalambu Hot Springs Water Park is the newest addition to this category offering hot springs relaxation and multiple adventure activities for your whole family! Kalambu is a reasonably priced option that provides a full day experience just five minutes from La Fortuna and close to all of the area hotels and other attractions.  With so much to do at the park – a day at Kalambu is a perfect family excursion!

Whats Included: Roundtrip Transportation and entrance fee.

Recommended Ages: All ages

Tour Duration (approximately): 3-4 hours

What to bring: Bathing suit; towel; sunglasses; hat; extra spending money to buy food.

Fishing Tour at Lake Arenal

Fish for the famous rainbow bass which can only be caught in Lake Arenal! Lake Arenal also has another hard-fighting fish called machaca, which looks like a pirhana on steroids with its rows of razor sharp teeth. Capt. Ron reserves the right to delay or reschedule if weather conditions are dangerous in very rare occasions.

Whats Included: Transportation, guide, beverages, and snacks

Recommended Ages: All ages

Tour Duration (approximately): Half OR Full Day Tour

What to bring: Sunscreen, sunglasses, comfortable clothes, light rain jacket, hat.

Rain Forest River Float and Safari Peñas Blancas Arenal

This relaxing Float and Safari tour introduces you to the stunning Rio Peñas Blancas where you’re bound to spot a variety of wildlife. There are tropical birds such as Oropenolas, Tucans and Kingfishers. Also spot monkeys, frogs, caimans, and much more! This beautiful river is only 30 minutes from La Fortuna making it a perfect addition to other tours. You will travel on an informative boat ride near the Arenal Volcano to the entrance of the river. There you will board an inflatable raft along the banks of the river. Your naturalist guide will point out the Costa Rican wildlife along the way!

What’s Included: Transportation, guide, snacks and beverages

Recommended Ages: 4+

Tour Duration (approximately): 4 hours

What to bring: Sunscreen, insect repellant, comfortable clothes, camera, binoculars, towel, rain jacket.