Top La Fortuna Nature Walks - page 2

Take a pause from a busy vacation and schedule in some rest with this full-day pass to La Fortuna’s hot springs. Enjoy access to all of the facility's natural hot spring pools and hot tubs, and rejuvenate in their warm waters. Customize your experience and add-on an optional meal or massage treatment to suit your preferences.

Swim beneath a jungle waterfall and hike into Arenal Volcano National Park on a 7-hour, 2-in-1 combo tour that takes in the best of the region’s natural beauty and wildlife. Spot monkeys and bright tropical birds as you walk through the rainforest surrounding La Fortuna waterfall, then enjoy a leisurely Costa Rican lunch with locally grown coffee. Follow your guide along jagged lava flows and mountainside trails as you explore Arenal, learn the history of this iconic volcano, and earn stunning views of Arenal lake.

Explore the tropical forest surrounding Arenal Volcano on a self-guided visit with three trails ranging from easy to challenging. Choose a route that matches your preferred level of activity while taking in panoramic views and volcanic landscapes shaped by past eruptions. With opportunities to learn about the local environment and take breaks along the way, this is a flexible option for experiencing Arenal at your own pace.

Head out to the Sloth's Territory reserve, just outside of La Fortuna, to see the slow moving creatures in their natural habitat with this tour. You'll hike through the reserve, where you're likely to not only spot sloths, but also see a variety of other animals, including red frogs, porcupines, and even toucans. After your walk, you'll take a break to try some local fruits before returning to La Fortuna.

The Río Celeste Waterfall Experience: Costa Rican Nature and Culture at Their Finest. Discover the perfect blend of natural beauty and cultural richness on our Rio Celeste tour. Immerse yourself in the turquoise waters of the legendary Rio Celeste, a natural gem unlike any other in the world. Explore the lush rainforest, home to incredible biodiversity, and climb to the summit of the imposing Tenorio Volcano, a geological spectacle that will connect you with the Earth’s power. At our Land of Sloths, you'll have the opportunity to observe these iconic animals up close, as well as other species of Costa Rican wildlife, in their natural habitat. Complete your experience with a visit to a coffee and chocolate farm, where you'll learn about and taste two of Costa Rica's most iconic products. This tour offers you the chance to fully immerse yourself in the magic of Costa Rican nature and culture. If you need our transportation service, please contact us in advance.

The Costa Rican jungle is home to a number of unique species, many of which come out at night. This nighttime jungle tour visits the forests of La Fortuna for a guided walk. Learn about various jungle species from your naturalist guide and get tips for photographing the nocturnal creatures. Animals you may see include frogs, sloths, bats, and reptiles. Note that gratuities are not included.

Design your own perfect day in La Fortuna on a customizable combo tour. Cross the rainforest canopy on hanging bridges, swim beneath La Fortuna Waterfall, hike in Arenal Volcano National Park, and soak in geothermal hot springs. Take your pick of activities or do them all for a full day of fun and relaxation. Optional lunch add-ons provide a taste of authentic Costa Rican cuisine. Hotel pickup and drop-off are also included from added convenience.

Adventure-seeking travelers won’t want to miss ziplining through the Costa Rican forests and over waterfalls. Ride a bus and take a short hike to the start of the course, then enjoy zooming down 12 thrilling cables. Three of these are strung out over two incredible waterfalls, so enjoy the views as you go. End the tour at an Indian village, where you can learn more about the indigenous people.

Explore the forests of Arenal Volcano National Park on a half-day walking tour, with the option to soak away the afternoon in the park’s nearby thermal springs. Follow your guide between towering trees, and discover the devastation left by the powerful lava slides and volcanic activity. Enjoy views of Arenal volcano and the Tilarán Range, and learn about the area’s nature, wildlife, and history. Return to your hotel or visit the hot pools of your choice, where Costa Rica’s simmering geology creates a stunning natural spa.

Learn about Costa Rica’s most remarkable creatures on a 1.5-hour tour of a La Fortuna wildlife rescue center. Explore the center with a naturalist guide, get a glimpse at some of the center’s cutest inhabitants, and see how conservation efforts are saving vulnerable species from development and poaching.

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.

Observe Costa Rica's bountiful wildlife from the hanging bridges of Mistico Park in Arenal. Trek along ground-level forest trails and suspended walkways in this private, family-owned nature reserve that’s home to a vast array of birdlife, monkeys, reptiles, and tropical plants. Learn about the area’s rich biodiversity from a naturalist guide as you explore different levels of the rainforest, from floor to canopy, and enjoy commanding views of Arenal Volcano.

See the best of Costa Rica in a single day on this 4-in-1 tour that's perfect for outdoor adventurers. Cross the famous hanging bridges, where you'll experience the beauty of walking high above the jungle floor. Take in the incredible wonder of La Fortuna Waterfall and hike to the top of a nearby volcano where you'll capture incredible views of Costa Rican countryside. This tour includes a stop at Eco Termales Hot Springs and a traditional meal of regional cuisine prepared in the home of a warm and welcoming local. It's the perfect way to experience the beauty, excitement and adventure of Costa Rica in a single day.

This private tour is an excellent option to explore with a local naturalist the most amazing attractive areas of the Arenal area where you will be able to enjoy the most special views to the Arenal lake & Volcano which is surrounded by a thick jungle of tropical rain forest known worldwide for its great diversity with the largest mass of incredible biodiversity. This expedition offers the best chance to see and learn more about the flora and fauna. Also its perfect for the travelers who wants walk in their on speed and dont be with all the crowns.

The Arenal volcano is one of the most beautiful volcanos in the world with the perfect cone shape. We hike around and the closest we can get legally to the volcano where we walk on the last eruption and take pictures of the landscape. After the lava field walk we will get into the forest to try to find the wildlife of the region like monkeys, sloths, tucans, snakes, frogs, anteaters, wild pigs and much more. Your guides born and raised here know the area well enough to explain and answer your questions and you will also learn a lot about the history of the volcano and surroundings. Pura vida.

See how La Fortuna transforms after sunset with this guided walking tour. Your guide will take you and your party into a natural area, where you'll learn about local crepuscular and nocturnal creatures and maybe see some yourself, such as owls, snakes, and colorful frogs—if you’re lucky, you may even spot a red-eyed tree frog.

Explore a protected nature area on the outskirts of Arenal Volcano's rainforest with guides skilled at spotting wildlife hidden in plain sight. Their knowledge and careful approach help reveal animals that are easy to miss, while the small group size minimizes disturbance and creates a more intimate experience in the forest. Look for sloths and other species as you learn more about the local ecosystem and observe fauna in their natural surroundings.

Hear the sounds of the rainforest at night during this short, small-group, guided walking tour in Arenal’s wild frog sanctuary. See what nocturnal animals do while the rest of the world sleeps and visit with some of the 28 species of frog who live here. Learn how this private nature reserve is cared for by the Rojas Bonilla family as you hike the trails to chorus of noisy frogs.

Spend your day on a hiking adventure through the Arenal Volcano National Park with a small group. Experience the natural beauty of La Fortuna as you navigate the trails and passes that wind through its stunning landscapes. When the day is done, relax and unwind with a dip in a natural hot water river before returning to your hotel.

Escape the crowds and discover the Bijagua Rainforest on a private guided nature walk through one of Costa Rica's richest wildlife habitats. Enjoy opportunities to spot sloths, toucans, monkeys, frogs and other native species while learning about the surrounding ecosystem. Venture beyond the region's more heavily visited areas and experience remarkable biodiversity in a natural setting.

This is our most complete tour. Chocolate and coffee together. Starting with the cocoa and coffee plantation, where you are going to learn all about the process of harvesting of both chocolate and coffee. Then, you will try 70% chocolate with different spices, make your chocolate bombons and then get ready to prepare a delicious mocca. An unique flavor of fresh chocolate and coffee together prepared by yourself. To end the activity, each person in the group is going to package a 50 grams coffee bag as a gift for a special person at home or for your own taste. Come and enjoy this delicious experience! You wont regret.

Follow underground trails into a series of remarkable grottoes and chambers on this Venado Caves tour from La Fortuna. Gear up and follow your flashlight along an ancient seabed as you explore the caves with your guide, checking out formations and bristling stalactites and stalagmites. Visit a bat colony that thrives in the cool, dark cave system, then return to the surface to enjoy a snack of tropical fruits.

La Fortuna is known for its wildlife and lush landscapes—but many creatures only come out at night, meaning it can be tough to catch sight of them during daytime tours. Maximize your insect and animal sightings during this private, naturalist-guided night walk along the forested trails of Mirador El Silencio, one of the region’s most biodiverse reserves.

"Experience the pinnacle of conservation excellence in the heart of Arenal at our renowned institution. Our reserve offers unparalleled sightings of wildlife thriving in their natural habitats, ensuring unforgettable encounters for families, couples, and adventurers alike. Conveniently located just a brief 10-minute jaunt from La Fortuna's central park, we invite you to discover the magic of nature in its purest form with us. Embark on an extraordinary journey where conservation adventure meets, and where every moment promises awe-inspiring discoveries."