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Experience a small group guided hike through the lava flows formed by volcanic activity at the Arenal Volcano. The hike is just under a mile, and is easy to moderate level. Learn the history of when the volcano erupted in 1968, and hear how the town was rebuilt afterwards, out of almost total destruction. You can visit the hot springs at the end if you wish.

Experience some of Costa Rica’s most beautiful natural attractions on this full-day group tour around Arenal. Enjoy the rainforest and volcano views from the Mistico Hanging Bridges, swim in La Fortuna Waterfall, and get closer to the mountain on a Volcan Arenal walk. This tour includes hotel pickup and combines these highlights in one easy day tour.

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.

This La Fortuna ziplane canopy tour is a great choice for seeing the area's famous rain forest environment in a new way. Fly down nine zippiness and take a 164-foot (50 meter) rappel. This tour also includes a chance to learn about Costa Rica's indigenous Maleku culture.

When the sun sets across Arenal, discover a different side of the Costa Rican rain forest on a guided night walk through Arenal Natura Ecological Park. Explore the forested trails of this private nature reserve as darkness falls and the jungle comes alive with the activity of nocturnal animals like sloths, armadillos, night birds, and more than 20 species of frogs. Look and listen for animals that remain hidden during the day, and learn how these amazing creatures are adapted for life in the dark.

Enjoy two outdoor activities in one day on this 3-hour combo tour from La Fortuna. Admire views of Arenal Volcano as you fly through the air on a zipline course, and then explore the rainforest on a horseback ride. Fruit and bottled water included.

Make the most of limited time and visit two Arenal Volcano area highlights—La Fortuna Waterfall and another attraction of your choosing—during a half-day excursion from La Fortuna. Opt for a rainforest hike with hanging bridges, a volcano tour on old lava flows, a safari river float, or a chocolate tour, and customize your itinerary to your preferences. Plus, lunch and hotel pickup are included for a seamless experience.

Experience the rainforest at night without the risk of getting lost in the dark. Meet your guide at the entrance of the Ecocentro Danaus reserve and follow trails through secondary forest. Your naturalist guide will tell you about the reserve’s biodiversity and point out animals you may miss otherwise. Learn to recognize the sounds of animals before you see them.

Get to explore the rainforest of La Fortuna de San Carlos in the Arenal Volcano National Park for one hour in the daylight, and one hour in darkness on this small group night tour. Keep your eyes peeled for sloths, snakes, and all kinds of birds. Your guide will be right there to point the creatures out for you while you see the transition from day to night.

Float down the Frio River to look for some of Costa Rica’s diverse animals and bird life on this half-day wildlife tour from La Fortuna. Your guide shares commentary about the creatures you might see along the calm river, such as monkeys, iguanas, sloths, and colorful birds. Afterward, stop for snacks prepared by a local family before you are returned to your hotel.

Lake Arenal and the Arenal Volcano are among the most scenic places in Costa Rica. With this small-group tour, see them both from the water and easy hiking trails. Explore the lake’s bays and peninsulas surrounded by mountains, volcanoes, and islands, and hike a mostly flat, 2-mile (3.2 kilometers) trail to sighting towers with panoramic views of the lake and volcano. Hotel pickup is included for convenience.

Travelers short on time will love the chance to spot sloths in the rainforest on a convenient 1-hour tour. Don’t waste time wandering around by yourself, struggling to spot the slow, quiet, camouflaged creatures. Your guide will point the animals out to you, and teach you all about them and the habitat in which they live. This is a must-do tour for wildlife enthusiasts.

La Fortuna is undoubtedly one of the best places in the world to spot sloths in the wild, but these well-camouflaged creatures can be difficult to see on your own. On this tour, follow your guide on a 1-mile (1,500 meter) stroll through the forest to an area where sloths are known to frequent, picking up local expertise on a favorite Costa Rica sight along the way.

Nature lovers will enjoy this half-day tour to the Mistico Park Hanging Bridges followed by the La Fortuna Waterfall. Choose from two convenient morning departure times. Take a leisurely walk along the trails in Mistico Park, including suspension bridges with great views. Look out for various birds and animals. Then, admire the powerful La Fortuna Waterfall, one of Costa Rica’s most scenic falls, where you can swim if you like.

Spend a full day exploring Costa Rica’s notoriously active crater on this 3-in-1 Arenal combo adventure. Hike through the jungle surrounding Arenal Volcano on a series of nature trails and hanging bridges, and trek down to the base of La Fortuna Waterfall to appreciate the height and power of the cascade and swim in a natural pool. Finish with a majestic perspective as you explore the lava fields of former eruptions and look for native wildlife along the trails of Arenal Volcano National Park.

A 4-hour hike gets you off the beaten track and closer to the stunning natural attractions that make Costa Rica so special. As you hike to Rio Celeste Waterfall with a guide, stop to admire a picturesque lagoon and the multi-colored waters of Los Tenideros. Lunch is included to fuel this adventure.

Discovering the wonderful secrets hidden in this forest means finding a wildlife sanctuary; the high density of biodiversity makes this trails a unique place for observing species spotted along the way. When going on the self-guided tour, pay special attention to the different layers of the rainforest, from the treetops, the understory and the forest floor; this way you will be able to appreciate many of the species housed by this spectacular biological corridor.

Visit two of the most popular attractions near La Fortuna with the full-day excursion to the Arenal Mistico Park and La Fortuna Waterfall. First, walk along a 2-mile (3.2 kilometers) hanging-bridges circuit up to 200 feet (60 meters) above the rainforest floor. Afterward, swim and relax at La Fortuna Waterfall before having a traditional lunch and returning to La Fortuna.

Experience the beauty of La Fortuna from above during this extensive zipline tour. Don your gear and climb a high tower, fly over canyons and treetops on several ziplines, and take in the views of the Arenal and Cerro Chato Volcanoes. Complete the adventure by crossing a hanging bridge over the beautiful La Fortuna waterfall and admire the jungle views.

Bring your binoculars on an early morning birdwatching tour at Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park. Tucked in between Arenal’s volcanic ranges and the Tilarán mountains, this family-owned nature reserve offers an eco-friendly and accessible way to view Costa Rica’s amazing biodiversity. Trek along forested paths and hanging walkways with a naturalist guide as you look for a wide variety of local and migratory birds. Visit in the wintertime to catch sight of the many birds of prey that migrate through this wildlife-rich corridor.

Explore Arenal’s rainforest three ways on a combo tour that has something for everyone. Get a good view of exotic birds and waterfalls on the Sky Walk’s suspended bridges, then glide up a mountain reserve on the Sky Tram. From there, fly back down on a thrilling Sky Trek zipline course. In between bursts of adrenaline, enjoy fantastic views over the treetops of Arenal Volcano and Lake.

Combine two outdoor activities on this all-day guided tour from La Fortuna. First, fly above the treetops with a ziplining canopy tour through the rainforest. Following that, go on a whitewater rafting trip, navigating Class 3 and 4 rapids. Your guides will choose from several different river runs, depending on the conditions. The tour also includes lunch at an organic farm.

At a two hour drive from La Fortuna we visit the Tenorio volcano national park. After some hiking we will get to the Rio Celeste (blue river). The blue color you can see is the result of a chemical reaction between two merging rivers containing different volcanic minerals. (Foto tenideros) It’s a very rare phenomenon which creates a fairytale- like beauty. The hike itself is medium tough and takes about 4 hours. It will take you to a waterfall, a lookout point and the place where the river changes colors. (Foto waterfall)With the help of the guide there is a good possibility of seeing wildlife. After the hike we’ll have lunch and start our drive back to la Fortuna.

Discover the natural attractions of La Fortuna on this all-day guided tour with hotel pickup. Perfect for the whole family and those short on time, the tour includes a stop at La Fortuna Waterfall and a traditional Costa Rican lunch. Travel across suspension bridges hanging over the rainforest to take in unique views.