La Fortuna Half-Day Tour: Arenal Volcano Hike and La Fortuna Waterfall with Lunch
by Rainforest Explorers
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This half-day hiking tour in La Fortuna lasts about seven hours and includes two main activities: a walk in Arenal Volcano National Park and a visit to La Fortuna Waterfall. The tour begins with a hike around the base of Arenal Volcano, where the guide explains the volcanic eruptions, the resulting lava trails, and the diverse plant and animal life in the area. Guests will get close to the lava formations but will not climb to the summit due to safety restrictions. Next, the tour continues with a visit to La Fortuna Waterfall. A 20-minute walk down 500 stairs leads to the waterfall's base, where visitors can swim in the natural pool formed by mountain waters. Facilities such as bathrooms, changing rooms, and an observatory are available at the top of the stairs for those who prefer not to descend or have mobility limitations. After spending time at the waterfall, the group visits a local family ranch called Los Rodriguez for a home-cooked traditional Costa Rican lunch near the river. Guests can enjoy the rural surroundings, observe local animals, and taste regional flavors. The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off within La Fortuna/Arenal and is guided by a bilingual naturalist. Lunch and fresh fruits are also part of the package.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Arenal Volcano
Guests hike for about 90 minutes around the base of Arenal Volcano National Park. The guide explains the volcano’s eruptions, lava trails, soil fertility, and local flora and fauna. Visitors get close to lava formations but do not climb to the summit due to safety and difficulty.
90 min
La Fortuna Waterfall
The visit lasts about 90 minutes and begins with a 20-minute walk down 500 stairs through the rainforest canyon. Visitors can swim in the natural pool at the waterfall’s base. Bathrooms, changing rooms, and an observatory are available at the top for those who do not descend or have mobility issues.
90 min
Rain Forest Explorers
After the waterfall, guests spend about 90 minutes at Los Rodriguez family ranch near the river. There, they enjoy a traditional Costa Rican lunch, observe local animals, and relax with coffee. The ranch offers views and sounds of the surrounding nature.
90 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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La Fortuna Half-Day Tour: Arenal Volcano Hike and La Fortuna Waterfall with Lunch
by Rainforest Explorers
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$340.56Overview
This half-day hiking tour in La Fortuna lasts about seven hours and includes two main activities: a walk in Arenal Volcano National Park and a visit to La Fortuna Waterfall. The tour begins with a hike around the base of Arenal Volcano, where the guide explains the volcanic eruptions, the resulting lava trails, and the diverse plant and animal life in the area. Guests will get close to the lava formations but will not climb to the summit due to safety restrictions. Next, the tour continues with a visit to La Fortuna Waterfall. A 20-minute walk down 500 stairs leads to the waterfall's base, where visitors can swim in the natural pool formed by mountain waters. Facilities such as bathrooms, changing rooms, and an observatory are available at the top of the stairs for those who prefer not to descend or have mobility limitations. After spending time at the waterfall, the group visits a local family ranch called Los Rodriguez for a home-cooked traditional Costa Rican lunch near the river. Guests can enjoy the rural surroundings, observe local animals, and taste regional flavors. The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off within La Fortuna/Arenal and is guided by a bilingual naturalist. Lunch and fresh fruits are also part of the package.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Arenal Volcano
Guests hike for about 90 minutes around the base of Arenal Volcano National Park. The guide explains the volcano’s eruptions, lava trails, soil fertility, and local flora and fauna. Visitors get close to lava formations but do not climb to the summit due to safety and difficulty.
90 min
La Fortuna Waterfall
The visit lasts about 90 minutes and begins with a 20-minute walk down 500 stairs through the rainforest canyon. Visitors can swim in the natural pool at the waterfall’s base. Bathrooms, changing rooms, and an observatory are available at the top for those who do not descend or have mobility issues.
90 min
Rain Forest Explorers
After the waterfall, guests spend about 90 minutes at Los Rodriguez family ranch near the river. There, they enjoy a traditional Costa Rican lunch, observe local animals, and relax with coffee. The ranch offers views and sounds of the surrounding nature.
90 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
More things to do in La Fortuna
- Sarapiquí River Rafting Tour Class II - III Near Arenal in La Fortuna
- La Fortuna Night Tour with Professional Guide and Lighting Equipment
- La Fortuna Sloths Observation and Coffee, Chocolate, Sugarcane Tasting Adventure
- Caño Negro Wildlife Boat Safari Full-Day Tour from La Fortuna
- La Fortuna Arenal Volcano Canopy Tour with 50-Meter Rappeling and Hot Springs