Costa Rica · Nature Walks

Arenal Volcano + Hot Springs +Hanging Bridges Adventure in Nature

14 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in San José. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Full-day nature adventure from San José to the Arenal region
  • 02 Walk through rainforest scenery at Arenal Hanging Bridges
  • 03 Enjoy views of the active Arenal Volcano from surrounding areas
  • 04 Visit the spectacular La Fortuna Waterfall
  • 05 Chance to spot birds, monkeys, reptiles, and insects
  • 06 Relax in the thermal waters at Baldi Hot Springs
  • 07 Lunch and dinner included
  • 08 Travel with a certified guide and private transportation for the group

Discover some of Costa Rica’s most iconic natural highlights on this full-day adventure from San José to the Arenal region. Travel to the surroundings of Arenal Volcano, explore rainforest trails and hanging bridges, and take in the lush scenery that makes this area one of the country’s most visited destinations.

Along the way, enjoy the chance to spot birds, monkeys, reptiles, and insects, then continue to La Fortuna Waterfall for more spectacular views and free time to enjoy the setting. After an active day in nature, unwind with included meals and access to hot springs for a relaxing finish before returning to San José.

Discover some of Costa Rica’s most iconic natural highlights on this full-day adventure from San José to the Arenal region.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 14 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities San Jose, Arenal, La Fortuna
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

We will pick you up from the lobby of your San Jose hotel to begin this day's adventure. Our journey to the Arenal Volcano National Park, where we will engage in a variety of fun activities and spend a wonderful day, will take around three and a half hours.

Come along on a ride unlike any other and buckle up with us.We will be in the surroundings of the active Arenal Volcano, one of the most visited sites in Costa Rica. The last time this volcano erupted was in 1968 and since then it has had low activity. Due to this, we are unable to climb the volcano or get close to its crater. Nevertheless, we will go to some magnificent locations where you will experience breathtaking vistas that are simply unmatched.

You will be able to witness many birds, some monkeys, reptiles, and insects during our excursion if luck is on our side. The trail is really quite easy to navigate, but we do advise wearing hiking boots.

Don't pass up the chance to carry a camera so you may record some wonderful moments and bring lovely memories home. We advise wearing sun protection, bringing lots of water in a reusable bottle, comfortable clothing, and even a swimming suit in case you want to get in the water when we visit the Fortuna Waterfalls.Our next destination on the tour will be a stunning natural park that is encircled by a dense forest. The hanging bridges in this park, which offer spectacular scenery of the forest and unmatched landscapes, are one of its main draws.

This location is only 15 minutes distant from Arenal Volcano.Our journey to the La Fortuna Waterfalls, our next stop, will take 30 minutes. The Arenal Volcano National Park contains a protected area where the waterfall is located. We'll be able to see the breathtaking waterfall that makes everyone who sees it gasp. Following a very pleasant walk near the entrance, we will be able to admire many perspectives of nature, particularly the waterfall, as well as some enormously beautiful flowers.

Take advantage of your free time at this point and enjoy it to the utmost if you have a bathing suit and feel like swimming.We'll return to San Jose at the end of the day so you may recover at your hotel. On the trip home, unwind, take a nap if you'd like, or simply take in the breathtaking surroundings. We appreciate you choosing to travel with us and entrusting us with your vacation.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in San José. 3 cities · 14 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private transportation for the group
  • Certified tour guide
  • Entrance fee to the Hanging Bridges Park
  • Entrance fee to Baldi Hot Springs
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

What's Not Included

Gratuities

Know before you go

  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • PASSPORT REQUIRED
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Please remember that this is a shared tour. We appreciate your patience with the pick-up and drop-off times
  • We pick up all travelers at the lobby of their hotel in the central area of San Jose Province Costa Rica

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in San José.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in San José.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 14 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in San José..

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