Daily Half-day Tours from La Fortuna (Duration 4-6 hours)
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| ARE-101-AA |
Arenal Volcano hike
Enjoy the most extraordinary view of the Arenal Volcano on a gentle Hike along the base of this marvelous “Mountain of Fire”.
The hike begins in one the trails close to the volcano, this trail will take us through the forest over recent lava flows and the area destroyed in 1968 now in the process of regeneration. We are going to be on this trail for about 2 ½ hours.
Includes: Transportation, bilingual guide and entrance fees.
Recommendations: light clothes, hiking shoes, sun lotion, repellent, camera, binoculars and raincoat.
Meals: S
Duration: 4 hours
For round transportation out of hotels like Arenal Lodge, Lost Iguana, Arenal Vista, Arenal Observatory , Linda Vista del Norte & Tilajari you must add $ 16.00 per person. |
$ 49.00
Children from 6 to 11 yrs. : $ 25.00
Private: $ 102.00 |
| ARE- 102-PC |
Self guided Arenal Hanging bridges
Hike and experience the 2 miles of our interpretive loop trail, crossing fifteen bridges, ranging from 16 to 330 feet long, suspended on the primary rain forest. You can do all the walking by yourself with the help of a map trails as your personal guide.
Arenal Hanging Bridges is an eco tourist project of trails and bridges where the main target is the observation and protection of nature. Our private natural reserve, with almost 250 hectares of Tropical Rain Forest, has a vast variety of species from the location.
Our project has eight (8) stand bridges whose lengths oscillate between 8 and 22 meters of length, as well as six (6) hanging bridges, of elegant design and great safety, built with the latest technique that have 48 and 98 meters of road between the towers. The bridges were designed by structural engineers, fulfilling the more demanding and constructed requirements of security and comfort for our visitors./
Guided tour is available at an additional cost/ Previous reservation required.
Duration: 3 ½ hours
Includes: Transportation only from hotels in La Fortuna & entrance fee only.
For round transportation from Arenal Observatory, Arenal Lodge or Linda Vista del Norte you need to add $23.00 per person.
For round transportation from La Mansion or Tilajari Resort you need to add $30.00 per person.
(*) Children under 12 yrs old: Free admission, however they need to pay the transport fee according to their hotel location above described.
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$ 37.00
Children under 12 yrs: $ 20.00 |
| ARE- 103-PCA |
Natural History Walk in Arenal hanging bridges
With previous reservation we take you through the abundant biodiversity existent on our natural reserve. A naturalist guide will open you the doors of the fascinating and colorful tropical rainforest world through his knowledge of natural history. Also you can visit our new attraction on the Waterfall Trail and enjoy the beautiful Waterfall inside the rainforest. The imposing views of the Volcano from the hanging bridges over the forest make a perfect combination for an unforgettable experience. For private tours previous reservations are required.
Duration: 2 ½ hours.
Included: Transportation only from hotels in La Fortuna, naturalist guide, admission fee to the private reserve and a trails map. To reserve this tour it is required 2 days in advance.
For round transportation from Arenal Observatory, Arenal Lodge or Linda Vista del Norte you need to add $23.00 per person .
For regular transportation from La Mansion or Tilajari Resort you need to add $30.00 per person (net rate).
For transportation for private tours from La Mansion or Tilajari Resort you need to add $ 40.00 per person .
(*) To apply for the child rate on private tours they must be accompanied by two adults.
(*)For private tours children rates apply if travelling with 2 adult passengers. Otherwise will need to pay extra for private guide services. |
$ 49.00
Children 8-12yrs:
$ 27.00
Private tour:
$ 110.00
Private tour
children 8-12yrs:
$ 39.00 |
| ARE-104-AA |
La Fortuna Waterfall (horseback riding)
A beautiful example of the Costa Rican country site will be found along the way, cattle farms and agriculture, also the chance to see some birds as oropendolas and toucans. After that you have to walk five hundred meters into the forest to get to the waterfall, which is 70 meters high. At the base of the waterfall there is a “natural pool” where we can swim in the fresh water of La Fortuna river for about one hour.
The length of the tour is approximately four hours; from La Fortuna we have to go 5 ½ kilometers to the southeast. We spend 1 ½ hours to get to the rest site of the horses.
Includes: Transportation, entrance fee & bilingual guide
Duration: 4 hours
Recommendations: long pants, hiking shoes, bathing suit, towel, camera and binoculars.
Children minimum age: 6 yrs. old /Must be accompanied by two adults; otherwise pay as an adult.
For round transportation out of hotels like Arenal Lodge, Lost Iguana, Arenal Vista, Arenal Observatory , Linda Vista del Norte & Tilajari you must add $ 17.00 per person for the horseback ride & $ 18.00 by car. |
On horse: $ 59.00
Children 6-11 yrs. $ 47.00
By car: $ 71.00
Children 6-11 yrs. $ 57.00
Private:
On horse: $ 135.00
By car: $ 99.00 |
| ARE- 105- HARSPR |
Don Tobias Horseback ride
Witness the amazing natural scenery that runs along the Don Tobias route. This 100% horse ride starts in the modern stables of Don Tobias. Here a very professional guide team prepares us with pertinent information about the route.
We start the horseback ride going towards the great Arenal volcano. Our adventure takes us on the old path that Don Tobias went along, who was a well known horse breeder in the area. Practically 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 and of course amazing views of the great Arenal Volcano that accompanies us along the whole way.
The horseback ride lasts about 3 hours starting at the foot of the mountain and going up through secondary forest terrains and cattle fields as well as crossing through a beautiful primary forest area that takes us to a beautiful iris lagoon. Here our horses refresh themselves in order to continue the journey. Later, we ascend a little more and we begin to see the impressing view that is at our back. At this point we find a well for the horses to drink and we prepare for the final ascent.
The highest point and the point of return in our equine adventure is the lookout point. Here we will be the closest to Arenal Volcano that is allowed. After enjoying this beautiful view, we return to our horses in order to start the descent down the mountain.
Includes: Transportation, wrangler and a horse
For round transportation out of hotels like Arenal Lodge, Arenal Vista, Arenal Observatory , Linda Vista del Norte & Lost Iguana and The Spring Resort you must add $ 31.00 per person (rack & net rate). From Tilajari you need to add $38.00 per person.
Duration: 2:30 to 3 hours (without lunch)
Minimum age to do this tour: 6 yrs old.
Includes: Transportation, guide & safety equipment
Meals: Bottled water What to bring: Long pants, t-shirt, binoculars, camera, sun lotion & repellent. |
$ 55.00
Children 6-12 yrs: $ 45.00
With lunch
included:
$ 73.00
Children 6-12 yrs:
$ 55.00 |
| ARE-106-HPARA |
Arenal Paraíso Canopy Tour
Arenal Paraíso Canopy tour is considered to be one of the best canopies in the country. Its 12 platforms, over 1000 foot long cables and heights averaging 250 feet make it an unforgettable adventure. This adrenaline experience begins with a short walk to the first platform where our guides will meticulously check all the equipment. Following this inspection they will give you important instructions on how to slide properly along the cables.
From the highest platform and cable you will be able to see two beautiful waterfalls. This canopy tour is for everyone, no matter your age you are, just fill your lungs with fresh air while zipping through tree tops and admire incredible views of the Costa Rican tropical rainforest. Towards the end of your trip you will fly over the Arenal River down to the last platform. There, our farm tractor will be awaiting you with refreshments before taking you on a fun trip back to the hotel.
Includes: Transportation from La Fortuna hotels, equipment and canopy guides.
Duration: Half day
Minimum age: 4 years old.
Recommendations: long pants, t-shirt and hiking shoes or tennis shoes, camera and binoculars. |
$ 45.00
Children 8 to 12
yrs: $ 35.00 |
| ARE- 107-ACT |
Arenal canopy tour
This canopy is at the foot of the mountain range where Arenal volcano is located. The tree top canopy has twelve platforms and ten zip lines. The platforms are at an elevation of 200 feet. The shortest cable is 200 meters and the longest is 600 meters, it makes the adventure more exciting and high adrenaline.
The adventure begins when you arrive at the stables and the guides give you a safety briefing. You then get fitted up with your equipment, mount up, and ride 45 minutes through a pasture and wooded area that is host to monkeys, sloths, toucans, and other birds. When you arrive at the canopy, you are given the balance of the necessary equipment. Then we continue with a short hike through the forest. This activity can also be done with no horses. If one does not wish to horseback ride and would prefer just doing the Canopy Tour, please advice the agent at the time the reservation is made.
Duration. Only canopy: 3 and ½ hours / Including horseback riding: 4 ½ hours.
Minimum age: 6 years old.
Schedule: 8am, 11am, 1:00pm and 2:30pm
From round transportation from hotels like Arenal Lodge, Lost Iguana and Tilajari Resort you must add $23.00 per person (1 to 5 passengers)
From roundtrip transportation from hotels like Arenal Observatory Lodge, Linda Vista del Norte or Mansion Inn, you must add $29.00 per person (1 to 5 passengers) |
Canopy &
horseback: $55.00
Canopy & tractor:
$ 45.00
Private:
Canopy &
horseback:
$102.00
Canopy & tractor:
$ 102.00 |
| ARE-108-SKA |
Sky Tram / Sky Trek / Butterfly Garden (additional)
Sky Trek starts with a tour in the Sky Tram to reach the top of the Arenal reserve, then begins a tour of adventure full of adrenaline above the treetops, which consists on a system of zip lines, that allows you to observe the rainforest and its landscape from a different perspective, safely in an innovative and different system. Sky trek must be booked including the Sky Tram.
The tour includes 8 cross-sectional cables that together have a total length of 1.7 miles with distances from 100 to 2460 feet, and with a maximum height of 660 feet, which exceed the treetops providing a panoramic view of the Arenal volcano and lake.
Sky Tram is a 20-minute aerial tram tour that starts in the Reception and reaches a wide observation deck at the highest point of the Arenal Reserve, from where you can observed the rain forest, the Arenal volcano and lake. It consists of six gondolas for up to 6 people each and the trip length is 1250 mts. The journey in Sky Tram takes around 20 minutes one way with the possibility of intermediate with short stops that will be supplemented with information of a naturalist guide. Once you have reached the observation deck, you can enjoy a walk through one of the trails with duration of 30 minutes. The Sky tram can be done separately as well as the butterfly garden.
Butterfly kids garden is an educational tour. Children and adults can enjoy in this friendly place and also learn about the life cycle of butterflies, their feeding and habits. In the garden you can recognize species like heliconia, morpho, caligo y monarca, as well as host plants and nectaries.
Minimum age for the sky trek: 8 years old.
Duration: 2 ½ hours or less (depending on the selected tour activities)
Includes: Transportation, guide & entrance fee.
Restrictions: People over 100 kilograms weight (217 pounds) must be evaluated by our technical staff (according to his/her height and physical condition) our staff will determine if they can take the tour. |
$ 80.00
Children 8 to 12
yrs: $ 56.00
Private: $ 167.00
Including the butterfly farm:
$ 88.00
Children 8 to 12
yrs: $ 64.00
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| ARE- 109- CA/AB |
Peñas Blancas Safari Float by raft/ canoe
Don’t miss this outstanding tour on the quiet waters of Peñas Blancas River on our inflatable rafts. You will experience a relaxing half day tour, led by our bilingual naturalist guide. An expert in Safari adventures, he will provide a safe environment and point out the beautiful flora and fauna of this region.
Animals like sloths, monkeys, toucans, crocodiles, Jesus Christ Lizards and turtles might cross your way, including seeing the colorful world of tropical birds.
Tour can be scheduled either in the morning or in the afternoon.
Included: Transportation, bilingual naturalist guide and equipment.
Minimum age: By raft: 3 years old / By canoe or kayak: 5 yrs old.
Duration: 5 hours.
Meals: Instead of fruits at the river you can choose a visit to Don Pedro’s Farm, an additional tour on a trailer pulled by a tractor where the guide will tell you about the flora & founa of the area. You also visit the cheese factory and the dairy, you will learn the milk process for products such as: cream, cheese, yogurt, etc.; and the best of all: delicious snacks and cheese from the house. |
Safari by raft:
$47.00
Children from 5 to
12 yrs: $ 24.00
Safari by canoe:
$ 61.00
Children from 5 to
12 yrs: $ 52.00
Private tour on raft:
$ 125.00
Private tour by canoe:
$ 129.00 |
| ARE-110-DES/AB |
Balsa River rafting tour class II-III
The best half-day class 2-3 rafting closest to the Arenal Volcano!
Challenge yourself as you paddle through fun & safe rolling rapids with names like "Morning Coffee" & "Rock around the Croc" and then play around in tranquil river pools in an isolated rainforest river canyon! And only 30 minutes from La Fortuna!
Your professional, experienced bilingual guides will give you a safety talk and paddling instruction, lifejackets, helmets & then you're off… Hopefully you'll get to see lots of wildlife like monkeys, sloths and tropical birds such as ospreys, oropendolas and toucans. This unique river trip is the best way to combine adventure and nature.
Included: Transportation, guides & safety kayaker.
Minimum age: 10 years old
Meals: Tropical fruits and lunch. Duration: 4.5 hours |
$ 65.00
Private: $ 129.00 |
| ARE- 111-HLAPR |
La Pradera Hotel ATV tours
Choose from any of the following tour options:
A - La Fortuna Waterfall
We start at La Pradera Hotel, alter a little explanation of how to drive, the security rules and a driving practice, we will go to La Fortuna fall, once there you will have a entrance fee to the view point where you can appreciate the spectacular view of the waterfall and take some pictures after that on the way back we will continue driving to the Arenal River. On the way we will be going through La Guaria town where you can see how do Costa Rican live, once at the river you can take a shower at the river if you like too. Then we will come back to the Restaurant to have a delicious lunch or dinner.
B - Private farm:
We start at La Pradera Hotel, after a little explanation of how to drive, the security rules and a driving practice, we will go to a private farm, through a beautiful scenery of nature, trees, birds and animals, we will enjoy all the way to the a very high point on the base of the volcano from there you can see the all area of the Arenal and of course the majestic Arenal Volcano, there we will have a drink and after a break we are all set for the rest of the adventure. We will drive to the Arenal River going through La Guaria town, once at the river you can take a shower rest for a while and come back to the Restaurant to have a delicious lunch or dinner.
Schedules: 07:30am, 11:00am or 2:30pm
Duration: 2 ½ hours
Minimum age: 16 years old.
Includes: Transportation from hotels in La Fortuna area, drinks, bilingual guides, full equipped ATV (Honda 250 cc), insurance.
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1 passenger/1 ATV:
$ 85.00
2 passengers=
1 ATV: $99.00
Private:
1 passenger=/1
ATV 105.00
Private:
2 passengers=1
ATV: 120.00 |
| ARE 112- FMBK |
El Castillo biking tour
Starting every day from La Fortuna and all hotels near Arenal Volcano our One-Day Bike Tours focus in the area around Arenal Volcano National Park and Arenal Lake. Since bikes are not allowed inside the National Park, we use different roads just outside of it. At the end of any tour we can drop you off at the Hot Springs of your choice (previous reservations at an additional cost)
Duration: 4 hours / Full day tours upon request.
Meals: Picnic stop: water, fruit and snacks
The tour includes: A Cannondale or Kona Mountain Bike with front suspension (custom fitted to your size), helmet, gloves, bottled water, bilingual guide/mechanic, choice of different kind of saddles and pedals, support vehicle and equipment.
Children 6 yrs. old and under can do the tour on a child seat attached to the parent’s bike |
$ 67.00
Private: $ 92.00 |
| ARE 113- DES |
Canyoneering (waterfall rappelling)
This is a unique, multi-sport adventure that combines rappelling, down-climbing and river tracing in a deep, tropical canyon. Imagine yourself in the midst of thick rainforest at the top of a magical canyon full of tropical waterfalls with surprises each step of the way.
Prepare to get wet! Your guides will start off with a thorough safety talk to explain important rappelling and down-climbing techniques. You will be provided high-quality technical climbing gear such as a harness, helmet, gloves and you will get to practice your first descent on a mini 15-ft waterfall, just to get the hang of things.
Make your way along the river bed by down-climbing and rappelling a series of about six waterfalls that get gradually bigger and… BIGGER! We save the best waterfall for last… you’ll finish with a 200ft-guided rappel at the end!
Minimum age: 13 years old.
Duration: 4 hours (AM or noon tours)
Includes: Transportation, top-quality gear and professional guides.Meals: Lunch
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$ 90.00
Private: $ 115.00 |
