Activities in the Area
There are many nice things to do in this region, here is a list of the main tours recommended for nature lovers or adrenaline adicts.
SLOTH TOUR.
Arenal area is well known for its very diverse wildlife however one of the highlights and most wanted species seek for their colors, unique features and history are the multicolored toucan , the poisonous blue jeans dart frog and ofcourse our lazy friend : the sloth .
On the search for these three beautiful animals our knowledgeable guide will drive you around la Fortuna's beautiful spotting areas for more wildlife . Birds, iguanas and monkeys are among the animals that we might encounter.
Breakfast and snacks are included and arranged according to the tour schedule.
At the end of the search and after thanking you for joining us on this great adventure will proceed to drop you of in your hotel
Included: Transportation, Entrance Fee, Naturalist Bilingual Guide, fruit, juice, water.
What to Bring; Camera, Closed Shoes, Long Pants, Confortable light Clothing, insect repellent
Departure: 6:00 am or 2:00pm .
ARENAL VOLCANO HIKING TOUR.
Costa Rica has around 112 volcanoes and Arenal Volcano is one of the most active volcanoes in the country, from 1968 to 2010 there were lots of lava flows , eruptions and pyroclastic clouds. For years this mountain is being the biggest atraction in the area. With a beautiful scenary its trails will take you to the old lava fields where some look out points will amaze you.
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Included: Transport, Entrance Fee, Guide, Fruits and Drinks
What to Bring; Confortable Clothes, Closed Shoes, Sunscren, Mosquito repellent
Departure: 8:00 am or 1:00pm .
FROG WATCHING NIGHT TOUR.
Experience Arenal´s only wild frog sanctuary at night, when colorful tree frogs and other rainforest wildlife are most active and most easily observed. At least 28 frog species have made their home the ponds of Arenal Oasis. The Rojas Bonilla family carefully maintains native plants of Arenal, to create needed frog habitat in this private wildlife reserve of fresh spring water fed ponds; within a rainforest refuge connecting the rainforests of the Arenal Volcano and El Rio Burio.
The night tour continues past the frog ponds along flat trails immersed in the noisy night rainforest. The guide will point out animals hiding from you.
Support, enjoy and learn about the only wild frog sanctuary in the Arenal Volacano Area.
Tours led by trained naturalist along flat rainforest trails start at 5:45pm at Arenal Oasis.
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Included: Transport, Entrance Fee, Guide, Bottle of water and Flashlights
What to Bring; Confortable Clothes, Closed Shoes, Camera
Departure: 5:40 pm.
BIRD WATCHING TOUR.
With more than 400 species of birds, arenal turns into a very rich area for birding, in three hours we can easily see more than 40 bird species.
For the visiting birder, this tour presents the obvious advantage of tropical biodiversity combined with excellent tour guides, delicious breakfast in front of bird feeders, stunning scenery and friendly staff. Our bird watching tour concentrates on the best birding areas, from the opening to deep in the forest
Breakfast and snacks are included and arranged according to the tour schedule.
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Included: Transportation, Entrance Fee, Naturalist Bilingual Guide, fruit, juice, water.
What to Bring; Camera, Closed Shoes, Long Pants, Confortable light Clothing, insect repellent and Binoculars
Departure: 6:00 am or 2:00pm .
RIO CELESTE HIKE.
On clear days it's possible to get spectacular views. Rio Celeste is located in one of the most beautifulareas of Costa Rica. Getting there from La FortunaArea takes around 1 hour and 20 minutes.On arriving atthe park we set off on a 7km (approximately 4 miles)hike which passes by the River Celeste Waterfall, Tenorio Look out point, Blue Lagoon, a greatplace for taking pictures,Borbollones (little geisers)and finally we arrive at Teñideros where mother naturemagically mixes the water of two crystal clear streams,changing the water's color to a beautiful bright, light blue (hence the name "Rio Celeste" or Light-Blue River).
After visiting the most beautiful places of this park there is a tough hike back to the park entrance where we have served a delicious, well- deserved lunch.
Included: Transportation, Entrance Fee, Naturalist Bilingual Guide, fruit, juice, water and lunch.
What to Bring; Camera, Closed Shoes, Long Pants, Confortable light Clothing, insect repellent
Departure: 7:45 am .
ZIP LINE TOUR & HOTSPRINGS
The Los Cañones (the canyons) Canopy tour is an adrenaline packed trip in a splendid tropical rain forest in the foothills of Arenal Volcano; this tour is guaranteed adventure and extreme fun!
The Canopy Los Cañones consists of 15 cables and 16 platforms, traveling a full distance of 3 kilometers (1.86 miles).
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Included: Transportation, Hotsprings Entrance Fee, Bilingual Guide, water and equipment.
What to Bring; Camera, Closed Shoes, Confortable light Clothing, Swimming Suite
Departure: 8:00am, 10:30am, 1:00pm and 3:00pm .
WHITE WATER RAFTING RI0 BALSA.
Challenge yourself as you paddle down 10 kilometers of fun, rolling rapids!
You’ll combine exciting rapids with the chance to admire lush greenery and exotic birds and animals as you descend down this beautiful class 2-3 river. The Rio Balsa is the perfect rafting tour for first-timers, families with children, nature lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, and people who are simply looking for a fun rafting adventure in Costa Rica!
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Included: transport, bilingual guide, equipment, bottle of water and lunch.
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Departure: 10:30 am
CAÑO NEGRO WETLANDS BY BOAT
Unique Caño Negro is one of the most amazing trips for incredible bird watching ( on dry season ) and wildlife in Costa Rica. Our tour leaves La Fortuna at 7:30 a.m. On the way to Caño Negro you will have the opportunity to learn about agriculture plantations that Costa Rica raise such as yuca, papaya, pineapple, sugar cane and orange. Then we will arrive to a restaurant called “El Caiman”, where we will enjoy a welcome drink & snack, after that we will start the trip by boat on Rio Frio (cold) river. On our 2 ½ hours journey we will see Egrets, Herons, Monkeys, Caimans, Iguanas, bats and a variety of flora.
An delicious Costa Rican typical meal will be waiting for us, back to El Caiman Restaurant.
Included: Transportation, Entrance Fee, Bilingual Guide, water and lunch.
What to Bring; Camera, Closed Shoes, Confortable light Clothing, Sunscreen
Departure: 7:30am.
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