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What are people saying about Celeste River (Río Celeste)
Victoria_J, Mar 2026
The tour was amazing and...
The tour was amazing and the guide JC was so much help! He was especially so patient with my mum and on top of safety.
Caitlin, Apr 2026
This was a great way to...
This was a great way to experience multiple stops in Costa Rica, shuttle was comfortable, guides were great, and lunch was authentic and tasty. There was a breakfast stop. The only word of caution is that this can be a very long excursion. We left Playa Grande at 5:45am and got back at 8:00pm.
Krystal_v, Mar 2026
Great morning flosting...
Great morning floating down the river, saw a sloth and Fernando was a fabulous guide, he kept it fun and playful for the kids.
Elizabeth_E, Mar 2026
Water was low but high on fun!
Had so much fun tubing the Rio Celeste with my 10 and 16 year old daughters. The water was low but it was still a lot of fun. A perfect mix of rapids and calm pools. My 10 year old loved the rope swing and our guide got the howler monkeys going for us at a stop. Definitely something you’ll want to do while staying in the area! There wasn’t any walking/hiking involved; my 10 yo is asthmatic and she’s had some issues on other excursions while here.
Elizabeth_T, Mar 2026
A must book!
Great tour! Our guide Johnny was great at spotting all types of animals and was very knowledgeable. He accommodated our time schedule but still felt like we got our money worth. Also was great at taking pictures of us along the way. The waterfall itself is a decent walk up and down but worth it for the views. At the end of the hike we finished with fresh coconuts from the stand!
Kaylene_C, Apr 2026
Family fun
We saw so many animals! Our guide was very knowledgeable. Our family had a great time and we would recommend this to anyone
wade_b, Mar 2026
Amazing
This was one for the books amazing views a real hike not a stroll and the guide was top tier she was super patient had to repeat everything twice and she catered to the older couple I mean she was very knowledgeable 😉 just all around fantastic women and the owner took me back to my hotel it's a must do!!!!
Breanna_R, Mar 2026
Gorgeous river, nice horses, & friendly guide!
Excellent guide, the most gorgeous river you’ll ever swim in, nice easy horses, and a few fun surprises along the way. I highly recommend it!
Susan_G, Mar 2026
Rio Celeste tour did not disappoint
Lots of impromptu stops to see wildlife on the way there made the trip amazing. Great coffee stop also! The hike was challenging and fun. Beautiful blue falls! Santiago was great and spotted snakes and sloths along the way. Fun day with a small enough group that everyone got to be friendly. Pura Vida
Heather_C, Apr 2026
Great , engaging guides!
Our guides Armand and Daffney were amazing. They took the time to chat about local subjects, from cattle breeds to vehicles for the local market.
karinlisa, Mar 2026
Family friendly tubing and nature experience
We had a fantastic tubing experience! The guides made sure my children were both safe and having fun the entire time. They even spotted monkeys and sloths along the way and patiently made sure each of my girls got a good look before moving on—never rushing us. It was clear they truly love what they do. I’m so thankful for the joy and excitement I got to see on my children’s faces.
Mercy_D, Feb 2026
Once in a lifetime experience!
This was a once in a lifetime experience! It exceeded my friends and I’s expectations! David was so kind, hospitable, and funny. It was evident he’d been doing this a while. Two of my friends had never ridden a horse but had no problem since the horses were so well trained. After the horseback riding and swimming, we went back to eat at their restaurant which was great. We would come back in a heartbeat!
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Know before you go
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How to get there
When to visit

There is an admission fee to enter the Tenorio Volcano National Park and visitor numbers are limited, so it’s best to arrive early.
The trail to the waterfall is 3.7 miles (6 kilometers) round-trip, and hiking to the waterfall takes about an hour.
A raincoat and sturdy shoes with a good grip are essential, as rain is common even in the dry season. The trails are unpaved and can get extremely muddy.
Restrooms, a restaurant, and a car park are located at the entrance to the national park.
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