La Fortuna Full-Day Hiking Tour with Arenal Hanging Bridges, Waterfall Swim and Volcano Hike
by Rain Forest Explorers
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$429.18Overview
The tour begins with a guided hike through the Arenal Hanging Bridges park, combining walks on suspension bridges and forest trails. This section lasts about two and a half hours and offers views of the rainforest canopy and chances to see wildlife from above. Next, the group travels past the dam on Lake Arenal before arriving at La Fortuna Waterfall. A 20-minute hike down 500 stairs leads to the base of the waterfall, where visitors can swim and relax for about an hour and a half. There is an option to stay at the facilities above, which include a restaurant, bathrooms, changing rooms, and a viewing platform, while others hike down. After the waterfall, the tour continues with a traditional lunch at a local family ranch. The meal features organic ingredients from the farm, and guests can enjoy coffee by the river and time with the family. The final activity is a two-and-a-half-hour hike around Arenal Volcano. Although the volcano is no longer active, the trail passes visible lava trails and rainforest areas with wildlife. The entire tour lasts approximately nine and a half hours and includes national park fees, snacks, lunch, a driver-guide, hotel pickup and drop-off within La Fortuna/Arenal, and air-conditioned transport. Vegetarian meal options are available upon request. Participants should bring hiking shoes, water, rain gear, insect repellent, swimwear, and comfortable clothing. This tour is not recommended for travelers with knee problems.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Arenal Volcano
This stop includes a hike around the inactive Arenal Volcano. The volcano no longer erupts but its lava trails remain visible. The hike lasts about two and a half hours and passes through rainforest habitat, offering views of wildlife, cultural sites, and the volcano's natural features.
150 min
Arenal Hanging Bridges
This section involves walking on a series of suspension bridges and ground trails within the rainforest. The bridges provide elevated views of the forest canopy and allow observation of birds and wildlife from above. The hike lasts around two and a half hours and includes explanations of rainforest life from the guide.
150 min
Lake Arenal
The tour passes by the dam near Lake Arenal, providing views of the large lake and its surroundings.
La Fortuna Waterfall
To reach the waterfall's base, there is a 20-minute hike descending 500 stairs. Visitors can swim in the pool and relax before climbing back up at their own pace. Alternatively, guests may remain at the upper facilities which have a restaurant, restrooms, changing rooms, and an observation area overlooking the waterfall to wait for the group.
90 min
Rain Forest Explorers
At this stop, guests enjoy a traditional lunch prepared by the local Rodriguez family using farm-grown organic ingredients. The meal includes coffee and an opportunity to interact with the family and learn about local culture. After lunch, guests relax by the river before continuing the day’s activities.
90 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
La Fortuna Full-Day Hiking Tour with Arenal Hanging Bridges, Waterfall Swim and Volcano Hike
by Rain Forest Explorers
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$429.18Overview
The tour begins with a guided hike through the Arenal Hanging Bridges park, combining walks on suspension bridges and forest trails. This section lasts about two and a half hours and offers views of the rainforest canopy and chances to see wildlife from above. Next, the group travels past the dam on Lake Arenal before arriving at La Fortuna Waterfall. A 20-minute hike down 500 stairs leads to the base of the waterfall, where visitors can swim and relax for about an hour and a half. There is an option to stay at the facilities above, which include a restaurant, bathrooms, changing rooms, and a viewing platform, while others hike down. After the waterfall, the tour continues with a traditional lunch at a local family ranch. The meal features organic ingredients from the farm, and guests can enjoy coffee by the river and time with the family. The final activity is a two-and-a-half-hour hike around Arenal Volcano. Although the volcano is no longer active, the trail passes visible lava trails and rainforest areas with wildlife. The entire tour lasts approximately nine and a half hours and includes national park fees, snacks, lunch, a driver-guide, hotel pickup and drop-off within La Fortuna/Arenal, and air-conditioned transport. Vegetarian meal options are available upon request. Participants should bring hiking shoes, water, rain gear, insect repellent, swimwear, and comfortable clothing. This tour is not recommended for travelers with knee problems.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Arenal Volcano
This stop includes a hike around the inactive Arenal Volcano. The volcano no longer erupts but its lava trails remain visible. The hike lasts about two and a half hours and passes through rainforest habitat, offering views of wildlife, cultural sites, and the volcano's natural features.
150 min
Arenal Hanging Bridges
This section involves walking on a series of suspension bridges and ground trails within the rainforest. The bridges provide elevated views of the forest canopy and allow observation of birds and wildlife from above. The hike lasts around two and a half hours and includes explanations of rainforest life from the guide.
150 min
Lake Arenal
The tour passes by the dam near Lake Arenal, providing views of the large lake and its surroundings.
La Fortuna Waterfall
To reach the waterfall's base, there is a 20-minute hike descending 500 stairs. Visitors can swim in the pool and relax before climbing back up at their own pace. Alternatively, guests may remain at the upper facilities which have a restaurant, restrooms, changing rooms, and an observation area overlooking the waterfall to wait for the group.
90 min
Rain Forest Explorers
At this stop, guests enjoy a traditional lunch prepared by the local Rodriguez family using farm-grown organic ingredients. The meal includes coffee and an opportunity to interact with the family and learn about local culture. After lunch, guests relax by the river before continuing the day’s activities.
90 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.