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Relax & Rejuvenate: Waterfalls and Hot Springs at Rincon Volcano

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Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica
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  • 7 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

See the world of hot springs and volcanoes up close on this guided, hot springs tour to Rincon de la Vieja Volcano. Surrounded by wildlife and lush flora, cross a hanging bridge to the water. Float in one of ten natural hot springs, take a mud bath, and see steaming fumaroles along the volcano’s slope. Return to civilization to unwind with a relaxing lunch in Liberia.
  • See Costa Rica’s widest volcano and surrounding landscape
  • Swing in a natural hot spring and take rejuvenating mud bath
  • Enjoy a typical Costa Rican lunch and beer in the city of Liberia
  • Includes transportation, guide, and entrance fees

What's Included

  • Air conditioned transportation
  • Trilingual speaking guide
  • A typical Costarican meal
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
  • Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Exact time and location will be agreed upon reservation.

Operating hours
.8:00 am

Itinerary

1

Rincon de La Vieja

5 hours Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

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

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Featured review

Pleschette_S
Hello fellow travelers, I want to say this was a great outing. We loved the hot springs and the waterfalls. Let me tell you that there is a long unruly bridge that you have to cross, only 2 people at a time. So technically I didn’t see the waterfall we were supposed to see. The entire group didn’t fully trust the bridge stability. But our guide did ensure we saw some smaller scale waterfalls which we did, 3 to be exact. Which was beautiful. The mud bath was less desirable. It was a guy with mud in coconut shells and you apply the mud onto your body. That part could have been better. Our guide was fantastic ( unfortunately I can’t remember his name). SAFETY ADVICE- please hydrate after the hot springs, I experienced heat exhaustion and had to be seated and hydrate for over an hour. So please take this advice over anything else I’ve provided thus far. My hubby almost lost his mind experiencing this unfortunate episode. Everything else was fabulous! The lunch that was provided was very healthy, nice and tropical.

Reviews

5.0
based on 34 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great except…

Pleschette_S, Feb 2026
Hello fellow travelers, I want to say this was a great outing. We loved the hot springs and the waterfalls. Let me tell you that there is a long unruly bridge that you have to cross, only 2 people at a time. So technically I didn’t see the waterfall we were supposed to see. The entire group didn’t fully trust the bridge stability. But our guide did ensure we saw some smaller scale waterfalls which we did, 3 to be exact. Which was beautiful. The mud bath was less desirable. It was a guy with mud in coconut shells and you apply the mud onto your body. That part could have been better. Our guide was fantastic ( unfortunately I can’t remember his name). SAFETY ADVICE- please hydrate after the hot springs, I experienced heat exhaustion and had to be seated and hydrate for over an hour. So please take this advice over anything else I’ve provided thus far. My hubby almost lost his mind experiencing this unfortunate episode. Everything else was fabulous! The lunch that was provided was very healthy, nice and tropical.

Rincon Volcano/Waterfall half-day experience

Duane_Z, Jan 2026
Good half day experience. Private transportation and guide. We left early to try and beat some of the heat. Our driver, Alberto had much knowledge, and was very engaging with our group. Lunch was delicious. Lots of choices. Our guide even gave a couple of suggestion for local places to go shop at.

Had a great trip to the...

Michael_C, Jul 2025
Had a great trip to the volcano. The tour guide was fantastic and made the trip even better. The hot springs were a family favorite. The lunch was great. Highly recommend.

LOVED THIS excursion...

Hunter_A, Jun 2025
LOVED THIS excursion neither my husband or I have ever been to Costa Rica and this was an amazing thing to do to see different parts of the area.

Rincón Volcano

KRISTA_S, Jun 2025
Great day trip to hot springs and waterfalls. Easy walking paths, smooth entrance to the parks, and a delicious local lunch,

Girls Trip

Susan_L, Mar 2025
Travel guide was great and very accommodating. Had a great time. Highly recommend. Beautiful and very nice.

Amazing zip line, great staff

Jamie_S, Nov 2024
We just did the zip line and it was great. The staff was very patient, professional and hardworking. The setting where you start the zip line is beautiful with great views, a perfect place for friends and family who are not zipping to hang out. The zip line was an amazing experience, highly recommended.

Perfect rain forest experience!

Kim_B, Aug 2024
It was an amazing, personalized experience! Kevin had great communication through the app leading up to our event. Our tour guide, “Mamo”, was our personal driver and he took very good care of us. Picked my daughter and me up from our location in the Costours van, talked with us about notable sights and life in Guanacaste. He carefully guided us through the trails down into the waterfall and then through the hike to get to the hot springs and mud bath. The buffet lunch in the main hacienda hotel was good. The changing and bathroom areas were clean and comfortable. Mamo made a stop for us to shop for souvenirs on the way back to our friends home. It was a perfectly curated experience!

Refreshing and fun

Scott_P, May 2024
Guillermo was our driver and guide, very friendly and accommodating. The waterfall was so refreshing! And the thermal pools were relaxing. We didn’t want to leave either one. Highly recommend

Excursions sources chaudes Rincon de la Vieja et cascades Oropendola

Annie_L, Feb 2025
Notre guide Anouk, de Costour, a été exceptionnelle et était aux petits soins avec nous. Les 2 endroits visités étaient magnifiques et le restaurant délicieux. Tour en français et nous étions un groupe de 6. Anouk et le chauffeur Mémo nous ont donné beaucoup d’informations sur le Costa Rica.

Le paradis au bout des doigts

Caroline_L, Dec 2024
Wow, ce fut une journée mémorable !!!! Francais, Anglais, Espagnol !!!! Beaucoup de rire et d'émerveillement!!! Oiseaux, singes et papillons. Que dire de la relaxation au spa. Très professionnelle! Je recommande. Un gros coup coeur!!!!!

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