Top Activities on the Ground in La Fortuna - page 7

Want to escape your routine and try something out of the ordinary while traveling in Costa Rica? Then this trip is for you! Tour an authentic Costa Rican farm, sample local moonshine and enjoy a savory BBQ with a Costa Rican family. Learn about customs and traditions while you get up close to daily life and leave with new stories and friends that will last a lifetime.

A sustainable tourism project located in Sarapiquí, Chilamate. It focuses not only on cacao production but also on forest conservation and biodiversity. The goal is to share both the chocolate-making process and its connection to nature. The standard Chocolate Tour lasts about 2 hours. Visitors explore a cacao plantation within a private forest reserve. The tour explains the entire process: from the cacao tree, flowers, and pollination, to harvesting, fermentation, drying, grinding, and finally producing chocolate. Guests can taste different stages: the fresh cacao fruit, cacao at various processing steps, and even enjoy traditional hot chocolate. Focus and Values Sustainability: minimal impact on the forest, preserving natural habitats, and practicing eco-friendly farming. Education: the tour highlights the history of cacao, its cultural role, and its ecological importance.

Experience an unforgettable eco-adventure at ANURA, where each step unveils the jungle's hidden wonders and rich biodiversity. This tour, guided by Alberto (our expert biologist) explores habitat restoration and the use of medicinal plants essential for conservation. Discover the critical role of stingless bees in pollination and listen to the cheerful chorus of native birds along the trail. Alberto shows how native species reintroduction and sustainable management create a living conservation lab. Perfect for families and nature enthusiasts, this tour not only connects you with the environment but also invites you to join our collective effort to protect and celebrate the natural world. You can find out more about us at: https://anuracostarica.com/about-us/

Discover the heart of Costa Rican agriculture with an authentic farm experience just 25 minutes from La Fortuna. This engaging tour invites you to ride in a traditional wooden cart pulled by a chapulín tractor, where you’ll explore vibrant fields and participate in harvesting seasonal crops like yucca and plantains. With the guidance of a knowledgeable expert, learn about local farming practices and interact with Brahman cattle, feeding them sweet potatoes right from the cart. The adventure culminates with a delicious local lunch made from fresh ingredients, some of which you helped to harvest, creating lasting memories of this hands-on farm experience.

Discover the Fascinating Wildlife in the Arenal Volcano Forests The lush forests surrounding Arenal Volcano are a paradise for those who identify with the tranquility of sloths. These forests are home to two- and three-toed sloths, those adorable, peaceful and fascinating creatures that captivate both visitors and guides. Imagine finding a lazy mother carrying her calf, who could resist such a charming scene? Where sloths thrive, so does abundant wildlife. The region of La Fortuna is full of amazing creatures, such as: • Leafcutter ants, working tirelessly on their trails. • Daytime poison frogs, like the vibrant Blue Jeans poison frog. • Toucans, along with many other bird species. Our expert guides will help you identify these incredible species and you can observe them closely through high-quality telescopes.

This tour offers you an exclusive experience in a private and under-operated area, far from traditional tourist routes. Arenal Fields – Nature Park is a natural refuge where you can explore wildlife in its most authentic surroundings.

Our adventure park in the Celeste River is special for its unique combination of exciting activities and its spectacular natural environment. We offer the thrill of a long zipline over the canopy of the tropical forest, physical challenges in our Challenge Course, the adrenaline rush of the Tarzan Swing Rope, and breathtaking views from a hanging bridge. Located in the Tenorio Volcano National Park, visitors enjoy the unique beauty of the Celeste River. Furthermore, our commitment to sustainability and safety ensures a fun and environmentally respectful experience.

Don’t just visit Costa Rica—connect with its wild heart. This is the original sloth tour in the country, led by expert naturalist guides who combine deep knowledge with a true love for nature. With a 100% success rate in spotting sloths in the wild, close-up views through high-quality telescopes, and the chance to encounter a variety of exotic wildlife, this isn’t just a tour—it’s an immersive journey through one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth. Limited spaces available—book now and be part of an unforgettable adventure in the Arenal rainforest!

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.

Our tour aims to convey a different message to the community, particularly those solely dedicated to agriculture. While agriculture is crucial for Costa Ricans' livelihoods, it's often forgotten that cultivating crops requires sacrificing the forest, which serves as the habitat for many species. On the way to our property, you'll notice vast plains where the forest has been cleared for agriculture. However, our company has partnered with a family of farmers committed to preserving the forest, spanning 60,000 square meters. In this way, our company supports this forest by paying daily entrance fees. Thus, we help this family continue to maintain the forest intact, providing a home for many animals.

The descent down the Río Celeste and its beautiful forest will be just the beginning of an adventure surrounded by nature that only Costa Rica can offer you.

It is an activity where you will enjoy a real experience of what it is to work on a coffee farm, where you will share with the collectors and the owner, you will be able to feel what a collector feels in his daily work, you will be able to carry out other activities adjacent to coffee production such as it is fertilizing, weeding, spraying etc. It is a unique and 100% real experience. Also, if they wish, they can have breakfast or lunch on the farm and also have the opportunity to see a great diversity of birds and our river with the waterfall.

Begin your evening with a taste of Costa Rican culture as you learn to make traditional tortillas paired with freshly brewed coffee. This sets the stage for a captivating 3-kilometer hike through Monkey Park’s rainforest trails, where the enchanting sounds of the night awaken the forest. With an expert guide leading the way, discover the unique behaviors and conservation efforts surrounding the elusive nocturnal wildlife. Over the course of about 2 hours, patience pays off as you might spot fascinating creatures hidden in the shadows, offering a fresh perspective on the vibrant ecosystem.

Come and enjoy a coffee tour on a small farm in the community of Bijagua, where we will talk about the history and process of coffee. From the plantation you can taste a rich cup of coffee.

Walk safely among the treetops on 16 bridges, including six impressive hanging bridges. Enjoy stunning panoramic views of the Arenal Volcano. Spot wildlife such as monkeys, sloths, toucans, and frogs in their natural habitat. Explore a 3.2 km eco-friendly trail designed to protect the rainforest. Perfect for all ages: a fun, educational, and low-impact nature experience.

Step into the magical world of Costa Rica after sunset on this unforgettable night tour! Wander along easy trails at the foot of the mountains as the rainforest comes alive with nocturnal activity. Your expert guide will lead you through hidden corners of the jungle where you can spot frogs, snakes, insects, and even sloths moving slowly among the trees. Listen to the symphony of night sounds, from rustling leaves to distant calls of wildlife, and discover the fascinating secrets of this unique ecosystem. Along the way, learn interesting facts about the plants, animals, and their roles in the forest. This experience is perfect for families, nature lovers, photographers, and anyone seeking adventure after dark. Bring your curiosity, comfortable shoes, and a sense of wonder as you explore Bijagua’s hidden nocturnal gems, witnessing nature from a perspective few ever see. It’s a night full of discovery, excitement, and the serene beauty of the Costa Rican rainforest like never before

Hike to the base of the dazzling La Fortuna Waterfall, the most famous cascade in Costa Rica. This tour makes it easy to see the natural wonder, from hotel pickup and drop-off to a guide who escorts you safely down the steep steps to reach the base of the falls. Once there, enjoy free time to swim in natural pools or simply relax while soaking up views of the waterfall and the lush tropical surroundings.

You found the best path in La Fortuna de San Carlos to walk near the volcano, walking on lava from the 1992 eruption, you will be able to enter the mountain where there is a great possibility of observing a great variety of fauna that the path offers us due to its density of km of mountain, in addition to a great variety of fauna, there you will be able to observe the 3 types of forest that are found in Costa Rica. We are also an Eco friendly farm, and you will be shown how we generate our own electricity for daily consumption on the farm. We can assure you that you will have a wonderful experience.

This tour starts with a visit to La Fortuna Waterfall where you can swim in an inviting pool at the base of the waterfall, following we will visit an organic cocoa plantation where you'll see the cocoa trees. We are also going to experience the process of grinding and roasting cocoa beans, finally you will make your own chocolate bonbons.. Our goal is to create authentic travel experiences that value the traditional culture and ways of living in our country and that 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.

We run small groups in order to get a better taste of the Volcano hike and Night walk. You will be lead by a Local nature guide who will be offering interesting info about the volcano and also wildlife

Outdoor adventures in a new place can be risky if you don’t know what you’re doing. This La Fortuna Gravity Falls Rappelling, Jumping, and Rafting Tour takes care of all the details for you so you can have fun safely. From waterfall jumping and rappelling to river rafting and wildlife spotting, a guide leads the way so you can enjoy your time without worry.

Unique opportunity for those who love water activities. With this 3-in-1 combo, you get the chance to do it all in one day. Expect to use your body, your legs, and balance to rappel down the waterfalls and hike back up, your arms and strength to paddle hard down the river. But it's not only adrenalin, you will also see beautiful nature, and wildlife and learn about the Costa Rican culture, all in one day!

During this exciting birdwatching adventure, you will be initially looking for many species of birds that visit the feeders located next to the restaurant, such as, tanagers, oropendolas, woodpeckers, jays, guans; while you enjoy the most stunning view to the Arenal Volcano (if weather allows it). After seeing the colorful birds that's usually come to the feeder, you will walk around the property with your private guide, looking for other species like, toucans, parrots, woodpeckers, flycatchers and more. Then, at 8:00am you will have a pause to enjoy the breakfast (you can bring your own food, or you can also enjoy a delicious breakfast at the restaurant of the lodge). After breakfast you will continue visiting the trails of the lodge to find more exclusive species that hide in the middle of the forest such as, antbirds, motmots, jacamar, trogons and much more. The tour will finish at 12:00md.

This experience stands out by offering kayaking down the Peñas Blancas River and a 75-minute Swedish Massage. Get picked up in La Fortuna and make the 30-minute drive to La Perla near the Peñas Blancas River. After a restroom break and safety briefing, kayak or raft down the river known as one of Costa Rica’s white-water gems. After spending a few hours on the river, you’re taken back to La Fortuna for a 75-minute Swedish massage.