About us
Local tour guides in La Fortuna
Arenal Jungle Tours is a team of local tour guides in La Fortuna, Costa Rica. Two entrepreneurs from this town founded the company more than 10 years ago, and today we guide hikes on Arenal Volcano, hanging bridges, hot rivers and Río Celeste, together with the tours of our group.
- In La Fortuna10+ years
- Tripadvisor4.9 / 5
- Tripadvisor reviews8,400+
- AwardTravelers’ Choice 2026
Our story
Born in La Fortuna, guided by locals
Arenal Jungle Tours is a 100% local tour company from La Fortuna de San Carlos, Costa Rica, founded more than 10 years ago by two entrepreneurs from this town. Our local tour guides in La Fortuna share their passion for the rainforest and Arenal Volcano through authentic, safe and responsible tours.
We want you to leave with more than a tour: the magic of the rainforest, the energy of the volcano, the warmth of our people and a real connection with Costa Rica. Every tour supports our community, creating work for local guides, drivers, cooks, artisans and the families in our network.
We welcome you with open arms.
Why travel with us
What sets us apart
100% local
Founded in La Fortuna more than 10 years ago by two local entrepreneurs.
For every traveler
Affordable options for solo travelers, couples and families.
Responsible tourism
Each tour creates jobs for guides, drivers, cooks and artisans in our community.
Custom itineraries
Hanging bridges, waterfalls, hot springs, adventure and wildlife, plus trips planned across Costa Rica.
Our guides
On the trail with a local guide
- Professional bilingual guides, in Spanish and English
- A spotting scope on every tour, to see wildlife up close
- Shared tours with up to 15 people per guide
- Round-trip transport from downtown La Fortuna and nearby areas
Reviews
What travelers say about our tours
Arenal Jungle Tours is rated 4.9 out of 5 on Tripadvisor, with more than 8,400 reviews and a Travelers’ Choice 2026 award, and 4.6 out of 5 on Google from more than 480 reviews.
Ratings as of October 2026.
Tripadvisor
4.9out of 5
8,400+ reviews
Travelers’ Choice 2026
4.6out of 5
480+ reviews
Our group
One local group, more ways to explore
Besides our own tours, you can book the tours of the companies in our group here, with the same team behind every booking.
Sloth Watching Trail
Sloth watching on a forest trail in La Fortuna
Book hereslothwatchingtrail.comAirTime Zipline Adventure
A zipline circuit with views of Arenal Volcano
Book hereairtimeziplineadventure.comArenal Night Hike
Guided night walks to find frogs, snakes and more
Book herearenalnighthike.comSloth Coffee Tour
Coffee, chocolate and sugar cane, with tastings
Book hereslothcoffeetour.com
Our tours
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Contact usArenal Jungle Tours is a 100% local company, founded more than 10 years ago by two entrepreneurs from La Fortuna de San Carlos.
Yes. Our guides are from the La Fortuna area. They are bilingual, lead the tours in Spanish and English, and carry a spotting scope on every tour.
4.9 out of 5 on Tripadvisor, with more than 8,400 reviews and a Travelers’ Choice 2026 award, and 4.6 out of 5 on Google from more than 480 reviews.
Yes. Besides our tours in La Fortuna, we plan trips across Costa Rica. Write to us on WhatsApp with your dates and interests.
Sloth Watching Trail, AirTime Zipline Adventure, Arenal Night Hike and Sloth Coffee Tour. You can book all of their tours on this website.
La Fortuna · Arenal Volcano
Your day in the rainforest starts here
Pick a tour and a departure time and pay securely online. For groups or a custom itinerary, write to us on WhatsApp.
4.9 out of 5 on Tripadvisor · Travelers’ Choice 2026
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