Hiking to Hule Volcanic Lagoon

La Fortuna, Costa Rica

9 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Hike along the rim of a volcanic lagoon in a tropical rain forest on this full-day excursion from La Fortuna. Finish your approximately 4-mile (6.5 km) hike with a homemade meal and a trip to a nearby waterfall.

Full day trip to Cerro Congo Volcano from La Fortuna
Hike through a rain forest and along the rim of a volcanic lagoon with a guide
See a large waterfall on your return trip
Costa Rican lunch in a local family’s home, snacks, and bottled water included
Hotel pickup and drop-off in air-conditioned van with WiFi included

What's Included

Local taxes
Bottled mineral water
Lunch
Energizing Snacks
Professional guide
Walking Sticks
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Transport by air-conditioned minivan with Wi-Fi

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

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

Pickup points

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Pickup details

You must contact Ecoterra Costa Rica at least 24 hours before your activity date to confirm your reservation and arrange transportation. 24798333 or infor@ecoterracostarica.com WhatsApp: 83935484

Meeting point

Casa Luna Hotel & Spa
Diag. 301, Provincia de Alajuela, San Carlos, Costa Rica
You must contact Ecoterra Costa Rica at least 24 hours before your activity date to confirm your reservation and arrange transportation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.7:30 am

What To Expect

Meet your guide at your hotel in La Fortuna for an early departure (confirm time with tour provider). Depart the city for the drive through the plains of San Carlos, on the outskirts of the Juan Castro Blanco National Park, until you reach your trailhead at a volcanic caldera for a roughly 4-mile (6.5-kilometer) hike, taken over the course of the morning.

Hike through pastures bordering the forest on your way down to the Hule Lagoon and the smaller Congo Lagoon nearby, and then continue on a second trail bordering the volcanic caldera. Descend through the rain forest and catch clear views of the surrounding landscape. At the end of your hike, enjoy homemade lunch in a local family’s home with a panoramic view of your surroundings.

On the way back to La Fortuna, stop to view the waterfalls of the Toro Hydroelectric Project, which reach 590 feet (180 meters).

Ecoterra Costa Rica

Laguna De Hule

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not wheelchair accessible
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Children must be accompanied by an adult

Not recommended for child aged 7 and under
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Infant seats available
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews

5.0

based on 7 reviews

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A hiker’s dream

Stephanie_M, Jul 2023

This tour has been my favorite so far while in Costa Rica! I don’t particularly love highly traveled tourist spots, but they’re inevitable if you want to see a new country. However, this was not that at all! We started out at a local families home that led along a stunning path into the volcano, and provided breathtaking views of the Costa Rican country landscape. The path was so peaceful and private as we never encountered a single person along the way! However, it is to be noted that this trek is NOT for the inexperienced hiker- it was VERY uneven, with lots of very steep inclines and declines. And the path has lots of lava rocks and tripping hazards along the way. But if you do love to hike/trek, and want to get away from the main tourist attractions and see some stunning landscape, then this tour is a MUST! Pictures do not do it justice. It’s beautiful. I absolutely loved it!