Top La Fortuna Private Sightseeing Tours

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.

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.

Meeting Point: This experience begins at a private rainforest trail located just 10 minutes from downtown La Fortuna. Guests arrive directly at the trail entrance; transportation is not included. Private Night Walk Experience: Step into the rainforest after dark for an intimate, guided exploration of Costa Rica’s nocturnal world. This fully private experience is designed for those seeking a deeper, more personal connection with nature, far from the crowds. As night falls, the forest comes alive. With your expert guide leading the way, you’ll uncover the hidden rhythms of the jungle and encounter an incredible variety of wildlife, from vibrant frogs, camouflaged reptiles, fascinating insects, and other elusive nocturnal species. No two walks are ever the same. Each evening reveals something entirely unique, offering a sense of discovery, wonder, and exclusivity that makes this experience truly unforgettable.

Experience the raw, untamed beauty of Costa Rica with an authentic trekking adventure to the Vuelta del Cañón waterfall in Bajos del Toro. Your journey begins at a dairy farm, where your visit directly supports the local community and the preservation of their private natural reserve. As we leave the farm, we hike through stunning highland pastures that offer a unique vantage point nestled between the majestic Juan Castro Blanco and Poás Volcano National Parks. This is a true naturalist’s expedition where your expert guide will reveal the secrets of the cloud forest, birds and wildlife hidden within the canopy. Be prepared for a genuine challenge; this "raw trekking" experience takes you through humid, muddy trails and requires crossing the creek several times, keeping you fully immersed in the elements. If you are looking for a rugged, off-the-beaten-path adventure that rewards your effort with one of the most breathtaking hidden waterfalls in the country, this is the tour for you.

Embark on an unforgettable private Costa Rican adventure with me ! Begin with a two-hour hike at Mistico Hanging Bridges, where you’ll walk through the treetop canopies of the lush rainforest. Spot incredible wildlife such as monkeys, toucans, sloths, and vibrant tropical birds. Afterward, continue to the Arenal Volcano 1968 Lava Flow Trails for breathtaking views of the volcano and Arenal Lake. Learn about the area’s rich history, volcanic activity, and unique ecosystems as you explore. Following a delicious Costa Rican lunch, visit the majestic Rio Fortuna Waterfall. Take a downhill hike to reach the base of this 60-meter cascade, where you can relax and feel the cool mist of the falls. Finally, end your adventure with an optional visit to the free hot springs, the perfect way to unwind and soothe your muscles after a full day of exploration

Pack in the thrills on this La Fortuna tour at Adventure Park with this private excursion. Combine a zipline canopy tour— complete with aerial platforms and hanging bridges—with a tubing tour, hike, and hot springs for the best of La Fortuna rainforest adventures in one day. Tour includes all activities and entrance fees, as well as hotel pickup and drop-off.

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.

Explore the rain forest around Arenal on this horseback riding adventure that takes you to the enchanting, sky-blue waters of the Rio Celeste. Here you are free to swim in a natural river pool and splash into the water on a giant Tarzan swing — things you can't do inside Arenal Volcano National Park. Well-trained horses and a local guide help ensure a safe, one-of-a-kind experience near La Fortuna.

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.

Enjoy the essentials of La Fortuna in one day. Your visit is not the same if you have not visited Arenal Volcano trails, Arenal Hanging Bridges or La Fortuna waterfall plus a delicious Costa Rican meal. With us you will discover and explore these three wonders of Arenal area through your 5 senses. We truly believe that is the best way to be a responsible traveler, to experience a country stimulating all of the human senses, by listening the local lenguage, eating tradional meals, or observing all the natural richness of the place you are visiting. That is what makes us different, we will try to help you enjoy La Fortuna area by using your 5 senses.

Take home frame-worthy photos of Costa Rica’s sublime rain forest and its inhabitants with a photography tour at Arenal Natura Ecological Park in La Fortuna. Bring your camera and snap away among the unspoiled natural setting of this private reserve, where a naturalist guide will lead you along jungle trails and though diverse wildlife habitats. Capture all the details of incredible animals like crocodiles, red-eyed tree frogs, snakes, and butterflies, plus delicate orchids and other tropical flora.

Get a close look at Costa Rica’s coffee- and chocolate-making traditions at a family farm near La Fortuna. See a cacao and sugar cane plantation, and learn how cacao is made into chocolate. You’ll get to sample fresh coffee and chocolate from the farm, and save time with transfers from centrally located La Fortuna hotels.

This half day tour will walk you through nature, and over six hanging suspension bridges, where your guide will tell you all about the flora and fauna of the canopy of the forest. Look out for monkeys, sloths, snakes, birds, and all kinds of insects on this walk. The course is about 1.9mi (3km) long, so wear some comfy shoes.

This tour starts with a walk through the Arenal Volcano rainforest which includes a visit to the old lava viewpoint (1968). Afterwards we will go to La Fortuna Waterfall where you can swim in an inviting pool at the base of the waterfall. Our goal is to create authentic travel experiences that value the traditional culture and ways of living in our country and contribute to the sustainability of our natural and social environment. If you are traveling with children, please let us know via message so we can offer you a discount.

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.

Two popular Costa Rica adventures come together into one adventure-packed day with this white-water rafting and canyoning tour from La Fortuna. During the canyoning portion, rock climb, rappel down a waterfall, and zipline—all under the watchful eye of your guide. Then, head down to the Balsa River for a 2-hour white-water rafting tour with class II to III rapids. When to action ends, wind down with a typical Costa Rican lunch.

Avoid the disappointment of struggling to see elusive sloths by taking a small-group guided tour. Starting early in the morning, your naturalist guide will take you on a leisurely walk through Ecocentro Danaus. They’ll point out sloths and other wonderful creatures along the way, and tell you all about the park’s biodiversity. Ask questions and get personalized attention as this is a small-group tour.

Tapir Valley Nature Reserve Night Tour with Bijagua Expeditions Costa Rica Live a unique experience with us on our night walk in the Tapir Valley Bijagua The Baird’s Tapir (Tapirus bairdii) is the largest mammal in Central America and Costa Rica, and the Tapir Valley holds one of the largest populations of this species in the world This authentic nighttime experience in the Tenorio and Miravalles area is perfect for those who want an unforgettable adventure without long or difficult hikes. The tour includes: Bilingual naturalist guide Headlamps Entrance fee Snacks The walk lasts approximately two hours and is a calm, relaxing experience During the night tour, it is also possible to spot a variety of wildlife such as frogs, snakes, insects, toads, and many other species. One highlight is the Tapir Valley Tree Frog, a species found only in this region. Tour start time: 5:00 pm

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.

Finding wildlife at night requires a great knowledge, Our Tour guides will make of this experience something unique. Learn about rain forest and let us help you get stunning pictures of the frogs, lizards, and get to know about sloths, bats natural behaviour and much more...

In this exciting walk, you are going to witness the magic of the nocturnal activity of the rain forest. A total different world awaits for you to place you in direct contact with nature in a very special way. First, you are going to visit the garden where you will see many different species of frogs in and around the ponds, such as the amazing Red-eyed Tree-Frog, Loquax Tree-Frog, Masked Tree Frog, Hourglass Tree-Frog and many more. Then, your guide will take you to the trail where you will have the chance to find some snakes like the amazing Fer-de-lance, Coral Snake or Northern Cat-eyed; and more species of frogs. Besides this, there are another creatures like spiders, lizards, insects and sometimes nocturnal mammals like bats, opossums and kinkajus hidden around to surprise you.

Don’t get lost while exploring new trails near the Arenal Volcano, one of the most visited places in Central America. With this private tour, you're picked up from your hotel and driven to the entrance of Arenal National Park or the 1968 Trail trailhead, so-called because of the 1968 lava flow. Then, hike through well-maintained, easy-to-moderate trails with a naturalist guide who takes you to the best places to spot wildlife.

This tour of Arenal Volcano, the hanging bridges, La Fortuna Waterfall and the hot springs, all in about 5-7 hours. Your guide will take you to Mirador El Silencio to see the volcano, the hanging suspension bridges, and finally la Fortuna Waterfall for a walk and a swim. You’ll get to see the beautiful Costa Rican countryside and a Costa Rican lunch.