Top La Fortuna Wildlife Encounters

Explore the enchanting world of nocturnal wildlife in La Fortuna during a guided night walk. Choose between two convenient time slots at 6:00 PM or 8:00 PM, and venture into the lush trails with a flashlight in hand. This 1.5 to 2-hour adventure offers the chance to spot fascinating frogs, elusive snakes, and a variety of insects and plants. With a bilingual guide leading the way, you can learn about the unique behaviors and habitats of these creatures while capturing memorable photos along the journey. ✨

Our forest, project that started back in 2000, reforesting cattle farms, in the seek for forest recovering in la Fortuna, has become home for a great local flora and fauna variety throughout the years, very important for their preservation. It is also a great place for birdwatching. Throughout the tour, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to observe a variety of wildlife, including toucans, basilisks, and other exotic creatures. Your guide will share interesting facts about the animals and plants you encounter, giving you a deeper appreciation for the natural beauty of the area. The enjoy and respect of our mother nature help us have an authentic experience in the forest.

This experience stands out by offering kayaking down the Peñas Blancas River and transportation from Fortuna. 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 along the river known as one of Costa Rica’s kayaking and rafting gems, spotting animals such as monkeys, sloths, caimans, iguanas, and various birds along the way.

Experience the best of La Fortuna on a full-day combo tour that blends nature, adventure, and relaxation—the perfect way to check plenty off in one go. Begin with a visit to the stunning La Fortuna Waterfall. Journey down a 500-step jungle trail for a refreshing swim in the fall's crystal-clear pool (weather permitting). Continue to Arenal Volcano for a guided hike through lush trails in the Ecological Park, and gain insight into the region’s unique geology. Finally, tuck into a typical Costa Rican lunch and unwind in the soothing waters of El Choyin hot springs. This all-in-one tour promises incredible landscapes, local flavors, and natural wonders.

As one of Costa Rica's biggest exports, coffee plays a big role in Costa Rica's economy—and its culture, too. Learn about artisanal Costa Rican coffee from bean to cup complete with harvesting, roasting, and grinding on this tour of a family-owned coffee farm near Arenal Volcano. As a bonus, try other favorite Costa Rican crops such as chocolate and sugar cane.

Enter the Arenal Volcano National Park on a guided day trip from La Fortuna. Experience panoramic views of the volcanic plains and cross the Hanging Bridges Park before relaxing in the hot springs.

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.

The Peñas Blancas River, which meanders through the rainforest near Arenal Volcano, is home to wildlife you’re more likely to spot from the water. On this experience, you’re picked up from La Fortuna and taken to the town of La Perla for a beer and safety briefing. Afterward, raft down the river with a guide in search of howler monkeys, sloths, caimans, iguanas, and many types of birds.

Combine three adventurous activities in a single tour: a hike to Arental Volcano, visit to the Hanging Bridges, and exploration of La Fortuna Waterfall. This full-day tour from La Fortuna, perfect for nature lovers, includes hiking and swimming amidst Costa Rica's beautiful natural scenery. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

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.

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.

We are the only access in the area that has a natural lagoon within its facilities, same with different activities for the enjoyment of the whole family; in addition, we have the only viewpoint to the castings of 2010 (last eruption that made the Arenal Volcano) and 1968. With this package, you can enjoy a hike along the trails, visit the lava laundry, water activity for 1 hour, trampoline, monkey zip line, Tarzan Swing and climb our giant 40 meters high. A whole morning or afternoon of pure adventure surrounded by nature and beautiful landscapes. A unique experience in La Fortuna de San Carlos.

This small groups 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 spoth 3 to 2 species of Toucans, two species of Sloths, at least 2 species of monkeys and much more.

Discover the diversity of Costa Rica’s rainforest birds on a private viewing tour designed for nature lovers and photographers. Located in Arenal Fields – Nature Park, you will walk carefully maintained trails through varied habitats, with the opportunity to spot iconic species such as toucans, motorbikes, woodpeckers, thongs, jacamars, herons and hummingbirds. Certified guides will share their knowledge, helping you identify birds by their songs and behaviors, adapting the pace of the tour according to the interests of your group. At the end, relax with fresh local fruits and Costa Rican coffee as you go over your sighting achievements. Duration: 2.5 to 3 hours in a private setting Maximum group of 10 people for personalized attention Morning or afternoon departures for flexibility Includes fresh fruit and coffee at the end of the tour

Discover the rich biodiversity of La Fortuna, Costa Rica, on a guided tour focused on observing sloths, monkeys and tropical birds in their natural habitat. This 2-hour tour of easy and well-established trails allows you to enjoy close encounters with local wildlife, while a professional naturalist guide accompanies you to share his knowledge. Whether in a small group or a private experience, this tour is ideal for families, couples and first-time visitors looking for an authentic connection to nature. - Observation of sloths in one of the best places in Costa Rica - Flat and accessible paths, perfect for all ages - Convenient location, minutes from the center of La Fortuna - Option to combine with other tours for a day full of wildlife

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

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.

The Exclusive Costa Rica Whitewater and Wildlife Rafting Class III Experience begins with a pick up at your hotel or Airbnb of preference, then we start a short drive thru La Fortuna town, until we reach to a magestic outdoor viewing point where sloths can be found in their natural habitat. You will be able to spot two-toed, three-toed sloth, frogs, different species of birds then jump into a refreshing natural swimming hole. Afterwards, we drive for 45 minutes passing by four small towns: La Fortuna, El Tanque, Los Angeles and La Vega while our specialized guide will taught you about the different plantations that will be found along the road, to mention some: cassava, plantain, banana and pineapple,etc. Once arrived, you will be provided with a lifejacket, paddle, helmet and the safety instructions. Then you will be ready to paddle down 10 kilometers of adrenaline, rolling rapids with names like “Congo Loco” and “Rock around the Croc!” Great for all SLOTH'S LOVERS.

This half-day tour is an easy walk into the real rainforest of Costa Rica with the great opportunity to see wildlife from the rainforest like snakes, glass frogs, red eyes frogs, bluejeans frogs, insects, and spiders you also can see the gentle sloth and the amazing tapir, which is an animal that is very hard to see elsewhere and here the possibility to see it maximizes as this is his habitat . This is why we recommended this walk at night to increase the chance of seeing this animal and other creatures. This is a great place to visit and reconnect with nature, see the birds singing and flying with the incredible view of the Tenorio Volcano and the rainforest around you makes you feel one with nature.

Discover La Fortuna with One with nature by exploring the natural wonders from a different perspective. Learn about the rainforest and its interactions between the Flora and Fauna by visiting Arenal hanging bridges. This 250 ha of protected land allows you to explore the forest from all of its levels, from the ground on its paved trails to the treetops on its 6 suspended bridges. This walk takes approximately 2 ½ hours and its suitable for all ages, even for people with disabilities were they are able to enjoy up to %50 of the trails. They day continues with a visit to El Mirador el silencio trails, were you are going to be able to walk over a lava flow from 1968. During it first eruption after a long resting period Arenal awaken on July 29th, 1968, destroying a couple of villages on its way. Learn more about the history of Arenal volcano and geography of Costa Rica while exploring the 68 lava flow. Lunch would be in a Soda to support the local economy.

Head into the rain forest of Costa Rica and discover the Arenal Volcano on a half-day tour. Trek past lava formations, swim in a lake created by the volcano, and take a dip in the warm hot springs of the Tabacon River. Enjoy a delicious Costa Rican lunch while taking in the views of the volcano and enjoy your day in the rain forest.

Discover the fascinating wildlife of the rainforest on our Guided Night Walk. Designed for all ages, this experience is ideal for nature lovers, groups of friends, families and couples. Along a private trail on the charming Papa’s Place property, watch frogs, reptiles and nocturnal mammals in their natural habitat. Our expert guides will provide you with valuable information about local species, creating an educational and immersive experience in this biodiversity sanctuary. Experience the jungle from a new perspective while enjoying the hypnotic sounds of the night. - Night Tour of Private Trails in Papa’s Place - Ideal for groups, families and nature lovers - Observation of frogs and nocturnal fauna in their habitat Expert guides sharing knowledge on biodiversity

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.