Tenorio Volcano National Park (Parque Nacional Volcán Tenorio) Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Tenorio Volcano National Park. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Whitewater Rafting Class III and IV

• Blue River and Tenorio Volcano National Park Hike

• Rio Celeste Waterfall and Sloth Watching Tour

• Tour to Río Celeste from San Jose with Lunch and River Bath

The admission fee for Tenorio Volcano National Park is US$12 for international visitors. Guided full-day tours of the park start at US$128 per person from La Fortuna or US$282 from San Jose, while white water rafting tours on the Celeste River start at US$119.

Yes—while Tenorio Volcano National Park isn't one of Costa Rica's most visited parks, that's all the more reason why you should go. Whether hiking to waterfalls, visiting a sloth sanctuary, or white water rafting along the famous Celeste River, there are plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy there. It's easiest to explore the park on a guided tour, especially if you don't have your own transportation, and it makes a fun day trip from Guanacaste, La Fortuna, or San Jose.

Per one customer who booked the Blue River and Tenorio Volcano National Park Hike, "The tour experience was amazing overall. Gabriel was such a great tour guide and kept us laughing the whole time. He was very knowledgeable about everything from the animals to how the water gets its vibrant blue color. The lunch was very delicious as well! Definitely recommend!"

Tenorio Volcano National Park is in northwestern Costa Rica; Bijagua is the nearest town. You can drive there from other parts of Costa Rica, and there are various possible routes depending on where you’re coming from. The park is about 48 miles (78 kilometers) from Liberia and 124 miles (200 kilometers) from San Jose. Guided tours also depart from La Fortuna/Arenal.

No, for safety reasons, you’re not allowed to swim in any water within the Tenorio Volcano National Park, including rivers, waterfalls, lakes, and hot springs. However, the Rio Celeste that runs through the park also extends beyond its boundaries, and there are some popular places where it’s safe to swim.

Yes, you can visit Tenorio Volcano National Park independently with your own vehicle. However, daily visitor numbers are capped, and tickets can’t be bought or reserved online independently. Joining a tour will guarantee entry, as agencies can purchase tickets in advance.

The dry season is the best time to visit Tenorio Volcano National Park, between November and April. However, “dry” is a relative term; the park sees rain year-round. There are different micro-climates on the western and eastern sides. The western side tends to be drier, and the eastern side is more influenced by Caribbean weather systems.

There are tons of things to do when you're done visiting Tenorio Volcano National Park. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Costa Rica:

• La Fortuna Waterfall

• Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park

• Arenal Volcano National Park

• Manuel Antonio National Park

• Rosario Islands (Islas del Rosario)

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Costa Rica.