La Fortuna Waterfall and Arenal Volcano hike with hot river

Overview

This La Fortuna Waterfall and Arenal Volcano hike with hot river is an 8-hour day that leaves at 8:00 a.m. You visit La Fortuna Waterfall, hike at the foot of Arenal Volcano, eat a traditional Costa Rican lunch and end in a hot river with a volcanic mud mask. Entrance fees, a bilingual guide and round-trip transport are included. It costs $92 per adult and $60 per child, VAT not included.

It is the most affordable way to see the waterfall and the volcano in one day. Your guide carries a spotting scope to help you find wildlife; bring a swimsuit and a towel.

What you will see

• La Fortuna Waterfall
• Arenal Volcano and its old lava flows
• Birds, monkeys and other wildlife
• A hot river

Itinerary

1. 8:00 a.m.Pickup at your hotel in the La Fortuna area
2. Visit La Fortuna Waterfall, with a swim when conditions allow
3. Guided hike at the foot of Arenal Volcano across old lava flows
4. Traditional Costa Rican lunch
5. Soak in a hot river with a volcanic mud mask
6. Return to La Fortuna, about 8 hours after pickup

Good to know

• Moderate difficulty, with several walks in one day.
• Swimming at the waterfall depends on weather and safety conditions.
• Shared tour with up to 15 people per guide.
• Wildlife sightings are likely but not guaranteed.
• Free pickup only within our pickup area; an extra fee may apply outside it.
• Group rates available on request.

Prices and children

Minimum age 1. Prices in USD; 13% VAT not included.

Cancellation policy

Cancel at least 24 hours before the tour for a 100% refund; with less notice, the full price is charged. Date changes made at least 24 hours ahead have no fee, subject to availability. If we cancel for weather or safety, you choose between rescheduling and a 100% refund. Pickup waits up to 10 minutes and, at the meeting point, please arrive 15 minutes early; a missed tour counts as a no-show without a refund.