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Tours & day trips
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La Fortuna: Waterfall, Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs Tour
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
9.6 out of 10 with 884 reviews
9.6/10
884 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch
Activity duration is 16 hours
16h
7.0 out of 10 with 14 reviews
7/10
14 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Horseback Riding To The La Fortuna Waterfall
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
9.4 out of 10 with 11 reviews
9.4/10
11 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
La Fortuna: North Fields Coffee and Chocolate Tour
Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
2h 30m
10.0 out of 10 with 46 reviews
10/10
46 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Hanging Brindes La Fortuna Waterfall and Volcano Hike
Activity duration is 10 hours and 30 minutes
10h 30m+
10.0 out of 10 with 58 reviews
10/10
58 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
La Fortuna: Zip Line Experience and Thermal Pools
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
9.6 out of 10 with 66 reviews
9.6/10
66 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Hanging Bridges Self-Guided Walk at Mistico Park
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
9.2 out of 10 with 76 reviews
9.2/10
76 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Volcano, La Fortuna Waterfall, Hot Springs Combo Tour with Lunch & D...
Activity duration is 15 hours
15h
9.4 out of 10 with 32 reviews
9.4/10
32 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Night Walk Around Arenal Volcano
Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
2h 30m
9.8 out of 10 with 166 reviews
9.8/10
166 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Skip-the-Line La Fortuna Waterfall Admission Ticket
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
9.4 out of 10 with 91 reviews
9.4/10
91 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Wildlife & nature
See all 120 activitiesHorseback Riding To The La Fortuna Waterfall
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
9.4 out of 10 with 11 reviews
9.4/10
11 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
La Fortuna: Guided Twilight Wildlife Safari
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
9.8 out of 10 with 113 reviews
9.8/10
113 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Monteverde: Hanging Bridges Small-Group Cloud Forest Tour
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
8.8 out of 10 with 13 reviews
8.8/10
13 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Rio Celeste Hiking , Sloth Farm Tour & Waterfall
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
10.0 out of 10 with 11 reviews
10/10
11 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
La Fortuna: Arenal Mundo Aventura Park 7 Zip-Lines Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
9.6 out of 10 with 31 reviews
9.6/10
31 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Horseback Riding to La Fortuna Waterfall
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
9.4 out of 10 with 36 reviews
9.4/10
36 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Half Day Adventure from Arenal -2 tours in 1, 4 options to choose
Activity duration is 7 hours
7h
9.6 out of 10 with 20 reviews
9.6/10
20 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Safari Float
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
9.4 out of 10 with 23 reviews
9.4/10
23 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
La Fortuna: Night Tour La Fortuna
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
9.4 out of 10 with 22 reviews
9.4/10
22 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
La Fortuna: Río Celeste + Tenorio National Park Day Trip
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
8.8 out of 10 with 5 reviews
8.8/10
5 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Cruises & boat tours
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Balsa River White Water Rafting class 2/3 in Costa Rica
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
10.0 out of 10 with 210 reviews
10/10
210 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
White Water Rafting Class II and III
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
10.0 out of 10 with 56 reviews
10/10
56 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
La Fortuna: Guided Twilight Wildlife Safari
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
9.8 out of 10 with 113 reviews
9.8/10
113 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Upper Balsa River White Water Rafting Class 3/4 in Costa Rica
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
10.0 out of 10 with 175 reviews
10/10
175 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Arenal Lake Boat Trip ( pantoon boat ) NEW
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
White Water Rafting Class II & III in the Afternoon
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
10.0 out of 10 with 16 reviews
10/10
16 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal National Park and Arenal Lake boat Morning Tour
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
8.6 out of 10 with 7 reviews
8.6/10
7 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Class II-III Rafting and quad bike Tour from La Fortuna
Activity duration is 9 hours
9h
10.0 out of 10 with 8 reviews
10/10
8 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Volcano Hike National Park and lake arenal boat ride
Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
3h 30m
9.6 out of 10 with 4 reviews
9.6/10
4 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
La Fortuna: Ecocentro Danaus Rainforest Night Expedition
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
History & culture
See all 43 activitiesHorseback Riding To The La Fortuna Waterfall
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
9.4 out of 10 with 11 reviews
9.4/10
11 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
La Fortuna: Waterfall + Arenal Volcano Hike + Hot Springs
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
9.6 out of 10 with 8 reviews
9.6/10
8 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Volcano with Ecotermales Hot Springs From San José
Activity duration is 13 hours
13h
10.0 out of 10 with 3 reviews
10/10
3 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Sloth Watching Trail
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
9.4 out of 10 with 9 reviews
9.4/10
9 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
La Fortuna:Butterflies, birds, sloths and Trails Guided Tour
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
10.0 out of 10 with 5 reviews
10/10
5 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
La Fortuna: Organic Farm Visit & Farm-to-Table Cooking Class
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
9.8 out of 10 with 15 reviews
9.8/10
15 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Monteverde: Finca El Paraiso Cheese Farm Tour
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
10.0 out of 10 with 12 reviews
10/10
12 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rural Coffee Processes Inside the Forest with Night Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
3h 30m
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Hanging Bridges Half-Day Tour from La Fortuna
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
9.4 out of 10 with 67 reviews
9.4/10
67 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
La Fortuna: quad bike Adventure and Maleku Culture Tour
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
10.0 out of 10 with 5 reviews
10/10
5 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Private & custom tours
See all 41 activitiesRio Celeste Hiking , Sloth Farm Tour & Waterfall
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
10.0 out of 10 with 11 reviews
10/10
11 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Rio Celeste Horseback Riding Tour
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
10.0 out of 10 with 78 reviews
10/10
78 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rio Celeste Combo: River Tubing+Blue Waterfall+Exotic Wildlife
Activity duration is 11 hours
11h
9.8 out of 10 with 28 reviews
9.8/10
28 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
La Fortuna, full day transport, from San Jose.
Activity duration is 1 day
1d
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveller*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Arenal Full Day Tour
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
10.0 out of 10 with 6 reviews
10/10
6 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Private Hanging Bridges / Waterfall / Typical Lunch / Volcano-Lava Fields C...
Activity duration is 9 hours
9h
10.0 out of 10 with 12 reviews
10/10
12 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Private Hanging Bridges + Waterfall Tour + Costarrican Lunch
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 Viator review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Sloth Tour in La Fortuna Private Guide
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
10.0 out of 10 with 3 reviews
10/10
3 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveller*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
La Fortuna: Volcano Hike and Natural Thermomineral Springs
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
La Fortuna: Kayaking in Arenal Lake - Unique Volcano View
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
What to do in Arenal
Frequently asked questions
Is Arenal worth visiting?
Arenal has a unique blend of attractions, culture and local charm. Whether you're into history, nature or traditional food, there are many things here to enjoy.
How do I spend a day in Arenal?
Start your day with a visit to Cavernas de Venado and FlyZone Wakeboard School. Then, check out different areas of Arenal for local restaurants and a little retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Arenal?
Cavernas de Venado is one of the top tourist attractions in Arenal and deserves a place on every itinerary of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Arenal?
Book a getaway in Arenal for three days and you'll have plenty of time to check out its main sights and get a feel for the local vibe. For the chance to visit highlights in nearby areas and get off the tourist trail, consider hanging around for a week or more.
What are some activities to do in Arenal with kids?
Whether you're holidaying with young explorers or playful teenagers, a fun-filled itinerary takes your trip to the next level. Browse our recommendations for what to do in Arenal with kids.
What to do in Arenal for adults?
From tasty dishes and cultural attractions to thrilling adventures and one-of-a-kind experiences, there are plenty of interesting things to do in Arenal for adults.
Are there free things to do in Arenal?
From visiting parks to wandering around hip neighbourhoods, it's simple to find free things to do in Arenal. If you need inspiration, get some recommendations from a local tour guide. Lake Arenal is a top spot for anyone planning to save on their sightseeing adventures.
