Top Central Valley Mountain Bike Tours

San José is characterized by its Spanish colonial buildings, Victorian mansions, and rich historical sites. This zero-emission bike tour allows you to see the city up close, avoid car traffic, and cruise through San José’s vibrant neighborhoods—past notable buildings, parks, and squares. Your guide navigates through the city and provides useful background information as you stop to appreciate local highlights.

What makes the Arenal Bike Tour truly unique is the perfect blend of adventure, nature, and local flavor. Ride through lush landscapes with small groups for a more personalized and attentive experience, guided by local experts who know the routes and stories of the Arenal region. Along the way, you’ll stop to observe wildlife, enjoy breathtaking views of the volcano, and taste fresh seasonal fruits. Whether you’re a nature lover or a cycling enthusiast, this one-of-a-kind adventure offers a fun, healthy, and unforgettable way to explore La Fortuna and Arenal.

Mountain bike along one of the best routes in Costa Rica with this Pedal and Paddle Adventure near Lake Arenal. You’ll see the Volcano, go through rainforest, and see the amazing wildlife living along this route. The duration is about 6 hours, the path is dirt and gravel, and bikes, guides and lunch are included on this ride.

Navigate the surrounding terrains of Arenal Volcano via a biking and kayaking adventure. Begin by kayaking for a few hours, exploring the lake's shore and islands while spotting local birds like ospreys and kingfishers and mammals such as howler monkeys and sloths. After enjoying a lakeside picnic, explore the mountain on a bike through lush forests, small rivers, and traditional Costa Rican neighborhoods. This unique blend of land and water exploration ensures an unforgettable experience.

This tour begins and ends in Turrialba. The guide in charge of the group is waiting for you and will take you to the starting point of the "ride" which is near Lake Angostura. At this point we will have at your disposal a mountain bike on which you will go on an adventure. Detailed safety instructions, among others, are provided at the time of delivery of the bicycle. The adventure begins on asphalt roads and then goes through gravel roads through sugarcane plantations and tropical jungle. The level of difficulty is for beginner-intermediate, since the tour takes us through small hills, from which you will be able to observe beautiful views, such as the Pejibaye River Canyon. After this, we will descend to the community of Pejibaye, where we will have a break to have a snack. In this space we will know part of the culture of this community. The ride takes us back to the starting point in "Turri".

Slip into a natural thermal pool with a full day pass to La Fortuna’s hot springs, with the option for an onsite lunch or dinner. Explore a lush tropical garden between visits to the steaming pools and waterfalls, relax in a shady private hut or try a luxurious hydro-massage. Enjoy clean, well-appointed facilities and a full range of body treatments, and take in stunning views of the Arenal volcano while you relax in this tropical haven.

Visit the Arenal Volcano Ecological Park and discover the unique environment created by lava flows. Purchase a ticket and embark on your own adventure through the volcanic forest. There are various trails to the volcanic lava flows and jungles as well as indoor and outdoor camping areas. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and immerse yourself in nature for a little while.