Top Central Valley Outdoor Activities - page 38

Go on a horseback ride through the rain forest to La Fortuna Waterfall on this half-day excursion near Arenal Volcano. Your guide points out Costa Rican wildlife such as toucans, iguanas, and sloths, and leads you on a short walk to a hanging bridge over the forest canopy. Have time to swim in waterfall pools and visit the Maleku indigenous village on the return ride.

Go on an adrenaline-packed adventure in the Costa Rican rainforest on this half-day ziplining excursion. The 2-mile (3-kilometer) trail takes you to the Pino Blanco waterfall, which is surrounded by canyons that reach up to 360 feet (120 meters) high. Fly above the La Fortuna Waterfall across a half-mile-long (980 meter) cable. Then, visit the Maleku Cultural Rescue Center.

Get up into the canopy by taking this tour of Arena’s hanging bridges. You’ll see all sorts of wildlife as you walk along the bridges, including monkeys, birds, and much more. Transport from your hotel is also provided, so you don’t need to arrange that yourself. Just be ready to spot some wildlife with the assistance of your local guide.

If you’re short on time and having trouble choosing just one activity around San Jose, this fun combo tour is ideal. Enjoy the thrill of ziplining along ten cables in the forest canopy, followed by a two-hour ATV safari through the jungle. Stop at refreshing waterfalls and admire the views of the Jaco Beach area. Hotel pickup and an included buffet lunch make this an action-packed day that adventurous travelers will love.

Experience Costa Rica's most famous adventure activity on a canopy zipline tour near La Fortuna. Soar through different layers of the rainforest on 11 thrilling ziplines engineered for maximum safety. As an added bonus, this unique course also includes a hanging bridge and giant Tarzan swing that lets you safely free-swing through a forest clearing.

La Fortuna area is a privileged location to spot birds, not only in Costa Rica but in the Americas. Due to its topography, surrounded by mountains, rivers, lakes and different kinds of forests in such a small area, turn La Fortuna and Arenal Volcano in a paradise for those who love birds. Birds are more active early in the morning and in the late afternoon, as the day cools into evening. Join us for a guided walk into our Park for an amazing display of tropical birds. You will have the opportunity to see toucans, parrots, oropendolas, wild turkeys, colorful tanagers, parakeets and many more species in their natural environment. For the more experienced birdwatcher, we can focus on those special treasures and uncommon species. We will tailor the tour for you. We will wrap up the tour by listing and discussing the birds we have seen.

Combine two of the top outdoor rainforest activities in Costa Rica with this full-day day tour. After pickup from La Fortuna in a minivan, head to the Arenal Hanging Bridges—two miles (3.2 kilometers) of raised walking platforms designed for viewing wildlife in the rainforest canopy and below. After walking the bridges, visit La Fortuna Waterfall, swim in the La Fortuna River, and have a restaurant lunch before returning to La Fortuna.

If you’re looking for an adventure and you’re stuck in San José this is the perfect mix of nature, hiking and sunshine. This is a men only tour and you will have the chance to bare it all and enjoy nature. We will be going to a local swimming hole with a waterfall close to San José. I.e. this is not an adventure where you spend all day in bus. Some level of fitness is required to cross through the river to get to our clothing optional spot. Curious, confident, or gay men welcome to join! We will meet in Parque Francia in San José and have a coffee before heading out to Ciudad Colon together. Feel free to bring snacks. Along the way we will also be stopping by a pulpería (local mom and pop convenience store) where you will be able to buy drinks and snacks as well before heading the the waterfall. Additional items you might want to bring: bug spray, water, sunscreen, crocs or flip flops.

Hiking in the Mountain for 5 km you can see animals monkeys, frogs, birds... And enjoy of 3 Waterfalls in the Rain Forest...

Escape the crowds and discover one of La Fortuna's best-kept secrets. Jungle Yoga is a small-group wellness experience set in a private rainforest lovingly protected by a local Costa Rican family committed to preserving its natural beauty and wildlife. Far from the busy tourist attractions, you'll enjoy a peaceful environment where nature remains the true host. Your journey includes a mindful walk through the rainforest, a yoga session on a private deck beside a waterfall, sound healing, a guided reflection with the Jungle Intuition Oracle—created by your host and transpersonal therapist, Karla Corrales—time to relax in natural swimming pools, and a traditional Costa Rican lunch cooked over a wood-fired stove with vegetarian and gluten-free options available. More than a yoga class, this is an invitation to slow down, reconnect with nature and experience Costa Rica in a meaningful and authentic way.