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Arenal 12 Zipline Cables Experience Fly over La Fortuna Waterfall

Recommended by 97% of travelers
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La Fortuna, Costa Rica
High interest
Booked 3 times today.
  • 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.9
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· Chase_E ·
Mar 2026
What a great experience! The guides were so friendly from start to finish. Everything felt very safe, and the 12 cables were fantastic! They had great views, including the La Fortuna Waterfall. It was pretty set back, so everything you saw was all jungle. The cables were long, so it wasn’t over in the blink of an eye. Would absolutely recommend to anyone and would do again!
· Lindsey_H ·
Mar 2026
We had an incredible zip lining experience! The staff explained everything throughly and made sure everyone was safe the entire time! There was a bit of a joke to get to the top, but well worth it for the views and zip lines! We also went over two waterfalls! Highly recommend for anyone visiting La Fortuna!

Overview

Zipline through Costa Rican rainforest on a canopy tour that goes over the spectacular La Fortuna Waterfall—an exciting opportunity not offered on similar excursions. Between cables, take in views of Arenal Volcano and Cerro Chato and talk to your guides about the La Fortuna area. No experience is needed and almost anyone who is interested in Costa Rica’s biodiversity will enjoy this immersive adventure.
  • Family-friendly canopy tour from La Fortuna
  • Zip right over La Fortuna Waterfall—an opportunity unique to this tour
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off included for an effortless tour
  • Use of helmets is included; souvenir photos can be purchased

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in La Fortuna
  • Professional guide
  • Use of helmet
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
  • Food and drinks (available for purchase)
  • Hotel pick up and drop off from hotels outside of immediate La Fortuna area

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

The waiting time is 5 minutes, with no exceptions. Alternatively, you can head directly to Parque Arenal Mundo Aventura.

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Meeting point

  • Parque Arenal Mundo Aventura
    La Fortuna - Catarata Río Fortuna, Provincia de Alajuela, San Ramón, Costa Rica

    We have free, secure parking available. If you’re driving, you can go directly to the meeting point.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

1

Arenal Volcano

2

Arenal Mundo Aventura

3

Cerro Chato (Chato Volcano)

4

La Fortuna Waterfall

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum age is 7 years
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Comfortable clothing, Comfortable tennis shoes or walking shoes, Long Pants, Sunscreen, Non-aerosol insect repellent
  • The maximum weight limit is 240 pounds.
  • The maximum width for the harness on the legs is 65 cm.
  • The maximum width for the harness around the hips is 110 cm.
  • Not recommended for travelers with recent surgeries
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Chase_E
What a great experience! The guides were so friendly from start to finish. Everything felt very safe, and the 12 cables were fantastic! They had great views, including the La Fortuna Waterfall. It was pretty set back, so everything you saw was all jungle. The cables were long, so it wasn’t over in the blink of an eye. Would absolutely recommend to anyone and would do again!

Reviews

4.9
based on 884 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Fun family activity

Bree_B, May 2026
We did the 12 zip line activity. I had never done a zip line before so I was a bit nervous. The set up is professional and safe. Staff was great and an extra shoutout to Luis and Alonso for their kindness and help. A few tips Wear bike shorts or workout leggings ladies Plan to get dirty This is not for those out of shape or with physical limitations. The hike up is challenging and you have to do that to each elevation.

Not an easy touristy thing, challenging but exciting

Brett_E, May 2026
A little bit of hiking to the first line and it wouldn’t be good to be super afraid of heights. You move pretty fast down the line

Excellent!

James_W, May 2026
So fun! The ziplines are longer and faster than we expected! Guides were awesome. One thing to note…it’s a big hike up many steps to get to the first platform. They have multiple water stations that help!

Fun with teenagers.

Will_P, May 2026
Great experience. Very safe and secure. Lots of fun. Great guides with good attitudes. Would go again!

Highly Recommend

Becca_W, May 2026
The whole experience was amazing. If you do the 12 line experience, there is a bit of hiking/steps, but very worth it. We are a group of 7, and the whole group had about 18 total in our group and the timing was good. The staff was amazing!! Highly recommend.

Hike worth it!

Rebecca_M, May 2026
A wonderful adventure and the views were spectacular! Make sure to eat and hydrate prior to the HIKE up the mountain. Take your time and enjoy the ride!

Response from Host, May 2026

That combination of adventure and scenery is hard to beat. And honestly, that advice about hydrating beforehand is a good one. Glad you took the time to enjoy the experience instead of rushing through it. Thanks for sharing, and we would love to have you back again.

The crew was amazing!! 12...

Crystal_H, May 2026
The crew was amazing!! 12 line zip line was fantastic!!! My family of 5 really enjoyed the entire experience!

Response from Host, May 2026

The crew was amazing!! 12 line zip line was fantastic!!! My family of 5 really enjoyed the entire experience!

Great experience. Would...

Ashunti_R, May 2026
Great experience. Would recommend to people I know. Great guides with positive attitudes and will help with any needs no problem.

Response from Host, May 2026

That is great to hear. A good attitude goes a long way on an adventure like this, so the team will appreciate your words. Glad you felt well taken care of throughout the experience. Thanks for the recommendation, and we would love to have you back again.

Adventure time

Fatima_M, May 2026
A great time ! Everyone was nice and made us feel safe while also having a good time. I recommend doing all ziplines instead of the shorter version.

Response from Host, May 2026

Glad you had such a good time out there. Sounds like you got the best mix of fun and feeling comfortable throughout the experience. And we have to agree, going for all 12 lines is definitely the way to do it. Thanks for the recommendation, and we would love to have you back again.

Best time ever

Toshia_F, May 2026
Sooooooo much fun!!! Very safe and fun tour. The guides were awesome. Hands down my Favorite activity in La Fortuna!

Response from Host, May 2026

That’s the kind of energy we love to hear. Being your favorite activity in La Fortuna says a lot. Glad you had such a fun time and felt safe the whole way through. We’d love to have you back for round two.

Must do!

Alexis_C, May 2026
We had a fantastic experience zip lining! The entire adventure was so much fun, and the views were absolutely incredible. The guides were amazing! They were friendly, professional, and very helpful the whole time. They made us feel safe, comfortable, and excited from start to finish. You can really tell they care about making sure everyone has a great experience. I would highly recommend this to anyone visiting Costa Rica!

Response from Host, May 2026

That kind of experience from start to finish is exactly what we aim for. Glad it all came together, from the views to the energy of the ride and a team that kept things easy and comfortable the whole way. You can feel when a group is truly taken care of, and it sounds like that was the case for you. Thanks for the recommendation, and we would love to have you back again.

the thrill of a lifetime with exceptional views!

Viridiana_G, May 2026
absolute thrill and safe all around. the guides made it very fun! I made sure to ride with a guide over cable 7. la fortuna waterfall, to be able to get a good shot of it.. it was so gorgeous!

Response from Host, May 2026

That is a great way to experience that line. Riding with a guide there really lets you take in the waterfall without rushing it. Glad you got that moment and enjoyed the thrill at the same time. Thanks for sharing, and we would love to have you back again.

A Happy Grandma Bucket List Event!

Sharon_H, May 2026
The Zipline company staff and equipment are very thorough and well maintained. I am 78 and one guide was very watchful and caring for my safety. He wisely advised me to reconsider a part of the excursion due to altitude and steep steps. I missed a few lines with my granddaughter but joined the group for most of the lines. The guides informed my teenage granddaughter and assisted her. We had a fantastic time and this satisfied a dream for me to Zipline through the rainforest. I have great memories and photos of the LaFortuna waterfall. The thrill of successfully zipping through the rainforest was all that I anticipated. The guides made this experience wonderful 😊👍.

Response from Host, May 2026

What a meaningful experience to be able to do this at 78. It is great to hear the team was attentive and helped you make the right call along the way while still allowing you to enjoy most of the adventure. Sharing that moment with your granddaughter makes it even more special. Sounds like a day full of memories that will stay with you. Thank you for trusting us with that experience, and we would love to welcome you back anytime.

Loved this activity. The...

Kristina_L, May 2026
Loved this activity. The view was amazing and the zipline itself was super fun. Also our guides were great.

Response from Host, May 2026

Simple and memorable, that’s what it’s all about. Great views, a fun ride, and a solid team to guide you through it. Glad it all came together for you. We’d love to have you back for another round.

Fun zip line experience

Brendan_L, May 2026
Fun experience with some awesome views over the rainforest and of the La Fortuna waterfall! The guides were super friendly and helpful!

Response from Host, May 2026

Those views over the rainforest and the waterfall really make it stand out. Glad you got to enjoy that alongside a team that kept things easy and welcoming throughout. Appreciate you sharing this, and we would love to have you back again.

Zip line

Denise_M, May 2026
There is a climb through out the tour - approximately 65 flights of stairs Overall it was great, safety high priority

Response from Host, May 2026

Thanks for sharing your experience. That climb is definitely part of the adventure, and it is great to hear the overall experience delivered for you. Even better knowing you felt the focus on safety throughout. We appreciate you taking the time to write this, and we would love to have you back again.

Great Experience with Jonathon

Kathy_M, May 2026
The 12 Ziplines were exhilarating. I've done other Ziplines, but never so many back-to-back and at some really good heights & speeds. However, what really made this a great experience was Jonathon...he gave us the history of this particular zipeline and was very knowledgeable about a lot of things in and around the area. You could tell he loved his job and the company and genuinely cared about making it a great experience.

Response from Host, May 2026

Those back-to-back lines really make it stand out from other zipline experiences. Glad you enjoyed the mix of speed, height, and everything around it. Our team will appreciate your words, they put a lot into creating a well-rounded experience out there. Thanks for sharing this, and we would love to have you back again.

Such a beautiful place,...

Crystal_V, May 2026
Such a beautiful place, so green, the staff was excellent. The tour went smooth and would recommend to everyone

Response from Host, May 2026

That is great to hear. The greenery out there really does set the tone for the whole experience. Glad everything felt smooth from start to finish and that the team made a strong impression. Thanks for the recommendation, and we would love to have you back again.

Incredible views

Nikolai_F, Apr 2026
Best zipline I've ever experienced. The hiking up with gear can be trying. Saw people struggle with this. If you treat it like a workout, it's good.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Best zipline you’ve experienced, we will take that. The hike can definitely feel like part of the adventure, but it is great to hear you embraced it and made the most of the experience. That mindset makes a big difference out there. Appreciate you sharing it, and we would love to have you back for another round.

Best views in Costa Rica!!

Jennifer_B, Apr 2026
This tour, hands down, is amazing. The staff is so friendly, jokes around with you and makes this experience so enjoyable. Nothing like flying over the most extraordinary views you will ever see. Would do it a million times over! PS Ladies wear bike shorts or pants. I wore hiking shorts and it was NOT comfortable.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

That is quite a review, thank you for sharing it. The mix of great views and a team that keeps things fun is exactly what we aim for, so it is good to hear it came through. And that tip at the end is gold, future guests will definitely appreciate it. Sounds like an experience worth repeating.

Such a fun and...

Richard_E, Apr 2026
Such a fun and exhilarating experience. The staff was super friendly and helpful. Felt totally safe and well maintained.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Exhilarating is exactly what we aim for. Great to hear you felt safe and well taken care of while still enjoying the fun side of it. The team will appreciate the shoutout, they work hard to keep everything running smoothly.

Fantastic Experience

Doug_D, Apr 2026
It was a really fun and safe experience. Great guides that helped you every step of the way. Amazing views! My 12 year old son said it was the most fun he had on our trip.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

That sounds like a great day out, especially hearing it was the highlight of the trip for your son. Moments like that are exactly what make these experiences special. Glad the team was there to guide you along the way and that you got to enjoy those views together.

Fun activity!

Taylor_G, Apr 2026
The tour guides were very knowledgeable and took safety seriously. We loved the 12 zip lines especially ones that were very long and we could go fast. The weather was perfect and we didn’t have to wait very long to go from line to line.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Great to hear you made the most of the full 12 lines. The longer ones tend to be the favorites, especially when you can really pick up speed. It is also good to know the flow of the course kept things moving without long waits, that makes a big difference in the overall experience. Appreciate you calling out the team as well, safety and good guidance are always at the core of what we do.

Great tour! The hike up...

Mahzad_M, Apr 2026
Great tour! The hike up can be a bit challenging with the added weight of the gear but well worth it. The guides were all very friendly and we had a great time.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Glad you had a great time out there. The gear can definitely make that first stretch feel a bit more demanding, but it is good to hear it paid off once you were up there. Our team will appreciate the kind words, they put a lot of effort into keeping the experience both fun and smooth from start to finish.

Worth the experience

Cindy_V, Apr 2026
The hike to the zip line was crucial i almost cried i am not an athletic person other than that it was amazing at the end of the day it was worth the experience.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We understand it felt like a big challenge at first, and we truly appreciate you pushing through it. We are so glad to hear that, in the end, the adventure was worth it for you. It is always rewarding to know our guests leave with such a positive and memorable experience. We hope to welcome you back again soon.

Overall okay experience...

Autumn_F, Apr 2026
Overall okay experience with ziplining and transportation to and from our hotel. The view of the waterfall was nice and the guide even pointed out a frog to us on the way. Be aware that there is a bit of a hike to some of the zipline locations and that there are only a few chances to get water along the way. We were pretty nervous because we had never done a zipline where you have to put your hand on the line behind you (with a glove on). A lot of the guides didn’t explain much and mostly relied on you to stop yourself, which made the experience a bit more stressful and less fun than anticipated. We’ve ziplined before, but this was a bit much for us.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are sorry this was your situation and appreciate you bringing it to our attention. We are already working on improving our instructions to ensure they are clearer and more consistent throughout the entire course. Your feedback truly helps us improve, and we appreciate it.

This was an absolutely...

Casey_L, Apr 2026
This was an absolutely amazing experience! All of the guides that were with us were very nice. The views were incredible, would highly recommend to anyone!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you for your wonderful review. We are so glad to hear you had an absolutely amazing experience with us and that our team helped make the adventure even more enjoyable. It is great to know the incredible views made such an impression and that you would recommend us to others. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable visit.

Best experience in La Fortuna

Scott_T, Apr 2026
Absolutely the best thing we did while we were in La Fortuna. All the guides were great- very knowledgeable and friendly. Our whole family wanted to do it again the next day.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you for such an incredible review. It means a lot to know your experience with us was the highlight of your time in La Fortuna. We are thrilled to hear our team helped make the adventure so memorable for your family that everyone was ready to do it all over again the next day. That is one of the best compliments we could receive. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome your family back for round two in the future.

Safe and thrilling at the same time

noha_e, Apr 2026
The staff is incredibly professional, and we felt safe the entire time. This is definitely a thrilling adventure and worth every moment.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you for your kind words. We are delighted to hear that our team’s professionalism helped you feel safe and confident throughout the entire experience. Providing a thrilling adventure while maintaining the highest safety standards is always one of our top priorities. We truly appreciate your recommendation and are glad the experience was worth every moment for you.

Fly high above the rain forest

Vanessa_S, Apr 2026
Pablo and Pablo were the best guides for a great day of adventure. Unlike other excursions this one does take a lot of skill but you do need to be a little fearless. The guides take care of the rest.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are so glad to hear you had an amazing day of adventure. The two Pablos will be thrilled to know they helped make your experience both exciting and enjoyable while guiding you through every step of the course. We appreciate you pointing out the adventurous nature of the experience and the trust our guides help build along the way. Thank you again for your recommendation, and we hope to have you back for another unforgettable adventure soon.

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