Costa Rica · Hiking

8-Hour La Fortuna Waterfall and Arenal Volcano Tour with Chocolate

8 Hours Round trip from Alajuela Province Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit La Fortuna's most popular attractions: the waterfall and volcano
02 Spot wildlife such as toucans, sloths, coatis, colourful frogs, butterflies, howler monkeys, white-faced capuchins, and tropical birds
03 Watch for iguanas, agoutis, and other unique creatures that call La Fortuna home
04 Make your own chocolate during an interactive cacao experience

Embark on an 8-hour adventure through La Fortuna's breathtaking highlights. Enjoy a refreshing dip at La Fortuna Waterfall, walk on ancient lava flows at Arenal Volcano, and keep an eye out for local wildlife along the trails. End the day with a delightful chocolate-tasting experience, where you'll learn about cacao and make your own sweet treat.

Enjoy a refreshing dip at La Fortuna Waterfall, walk on ancient lava flows at Arenal Volcano, and keep an eye out for local wildlife along the trails.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Arenal, Alajuela, La Fortuna

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

La Fortuna Waterfall, Arenal Volcano and Chocolate Experience

We'll start our 500-step walk at the stunning La Fortuna Waterfall around 8:30 AM.
At the waterfall, you can swim, take pictures, and marvel at this breathtaking natural wonder.
Once we're done, we'll head to the Arenal Volcano slopes. Here, we'll walk on ancient lava flows and learn about the fascinating history of the area.
After enjoying the trails and, with some luck, spotting wildlife, we'll make our way to La Fortuna for lunch. Lunch is not included, but we can recommend a variety of options, with prices starting from $7.
At 2:00 PM, we'll head to a chocolate-tasting experience, where you'll learn about the process and even make your own chocolate.
Afterward, our adventure comes to an end.

Where this trip takes you

La Fortuna Waterfall, ancient lava flows at Arenal Volcano, La Fortuna trails

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Alajuela Province 3 cities · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Naturalist guide
All entrance fees
Professional equipment for better observation

What's Not Included

Transportation
Meals

What to bring

For the waterfall: comfortable clothes, water, a bathing suit, and a towel.
For the volcano: closed shoes, sunblock, and water.
For the chocolate tour: comfortable clothes.
In general: a rain jacket or poncho, a bottle of water, insect repellent, and sunblock.

Know before you go

Both the waterfall and volcano hikes require moderate physical effort, including walking on uneven terrain and climbing stairs. If you or anyone in your group has any physical conditions or limitations, please let us know in advance so we can help tailor the experience to your needs.

4 people group price: Experience the best of La Fortuna with this exciting combo! Start your day with a visit to the iconic La Fortuna Waterfall, where you can admire the breathtaking cascade and immerse yourself in the lush surroundings. Next, embark on a guided volcano hike, exploring trails that wind through a beautiful forest teeming with wildlife and leading to ancient lava fields. Finally, indulge your senses with an interactive chocolate tour, where you'll not only learn the secrets of cacao production but also craft your very own chocolate.

This combination offers adventure, nature, and a touch of sweetness-perfect for creating unforgettable memories!

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