Popular Tours - Northern Region

Arenal

Arenal Volcano And Tabacon Hot Springs - This is a tour you will never forget! At mid afternoon we'll start our way to the active side of the Arenal Volcano to observe the tumbling lava rocks and spewing gases. As the evening approaches and your sense of hearing heightens, the hikes takes you on a sorrel quality due to the amazing sounds the volcano makes in the distance. As you experience this tour, your well-trained bilingual guide will teach you a great deal about the activity and history of the volcano. Our Arenal Volcano hike through the rainforest is one of the best ways to experience the mighty "Mountain of Fire". Hike through the diverse flora and fauna to the famous lava wall where you will walk on lava rocks from ancient times and observe lava boulders tumbling down the flanks of Arenal. You may get the chance to see the glowing cinders from the crater and hear the booms from gas eruption as your professional guide tells you about the activity and history of the marvelous volcano. Next, we head for a bit of rest and relaxation at the beautiful Tabacon Resort! The indescribable hot spring and exotic tropical gardens will soothe your body and soul. When the sun sets, the show begins, and the sigh of red-hot lava boulders rolling down the volcano as you soak in the springs will stun you.

Departures: 3:00 P.M. Pick up times vary depending on the hotel location
Duration: 5 hours
Frequency: Daily
Items to bring/wear: Small backpack, hiking shoes, light clothing, shorts, insect repellent, rain gear if necessary, binoculars, camera, swim suit, sandals, change of clothes
Includes: Transportation, tour guide, entrance fee and dinner

Arenal Volcano Hike - People that climbed Arenal' s summit related that inside the crater there were big trees and at night, they slept in places where there was some heat due to small steam outlets. Right now the green area is located at the east side of the Mountain, and other little green parts can be seen on the north and the south of the volcano. Enjoy the most extraordinary view of the Arenal Volcano on a gentle Hike along the base of this marvelous "Mountain of Fire". The Hike begins on the active side of the volcano, that takes you through the forest over recent lava flows and to the destroyed area now in the process of regeneration. We offer two different Hikes: the first one is a 3 ½ hour trail and gets as close as five hundred meters from the lava flows, the other one is a 1 ½ hour trail, and from this trail we can see the Volcano about one kilometer far.

If the customers want to take the long Hike it will be better to start it in the morning.  The short one could be done in the morning or in the afternoon.

Departures: 8:00 A.M. Pick up times vary depending on the hotel location
Duration: 4 hours
Frequency: Daily
Items to bring/wear: Small backpack, Hiking boots, light clothing, shorts, and camera, bottled water
Participant Requirements: Good physical condition
Includes: Transportation, tour guide and entrance fee

Tabacon Hot Springs With Dinner - Arenal Volcano with the Tabacon Hot Springs and the surrounding Costa Rica Tropical Rain Forest, provides a breathtaking setting unparalleled in the world. In the middle of all this natural splendor, TABACON RESORT offers you a warm and beautiful heaven, where you can enjoy an unforgettable & relaxing experience. Relax in our many mineral pools and hot springs, fed by the Arenal Volcano. The minerals waters, running at a soothing temperature of 39° C (102 F) , flow through exotic tropical gardens, forming cascades and pools.... the perfect setting for an unforgettable experience. After this soothing relaxation, we will have dinner with the anticipated Arenal Volcano fireworks in the evening. Let's hope it's a clear night so that you may experience this once in a lifetime display. Remember, we need mother nature's cooperation.

Departures: 5:00 P.M. Pick up times vary depending on the hotel location
Duration: 5 hours
Frequency: Daily
Items to bring/wear: Small backpack, insect repellent, rain gear if necessary, binoculars, camera, swim suit, change of clothes, plastic bag for wet clothes.
Includes: Transportation, tour guide, entrance fee and dinner

Waterfalls Canyoning, La Fortuna, Northern Region - Your trip begins with a 30-minute 4x4 drive into the tropical rainforest outside the town of La Fortuna, in the shadow of the Arenal Volcano. We trek through the forest on magical trails that lead to some of the most spectacular waterfalls in Costa Rica, a place very few people get to experience. Along the way we will have the chance to discover the secrets that lie hidden deep within the canyon. From the first waterfall we will rappel down from the top into the beautiful and pristine canyon below. The adventure includes four rappels, three of which are along waterfalls, and one dry rock face. Then just a short trek out of the canyon, jump in the vehicles and head back to the base camp. Both tours include lunch at our base camp and snacks in the canyon.

Departures: 7:00 A.M. Pick up times vary depending on the hotel location
Duration: 5 hours
Frequency: Daily
Items to bring/wear: Small backpack, hiking shoes, light clothing, shorts, insect repellent, rain gear if necessary, binoculars, camera, swim suit, sandals, change of clothes
Includes: transportation, tour guide, lunch, snacks

Fishing on Lake Arenal - Avid fishermen and amateurs will love sport fishing on Lake Arenal. Appreciate the breathtaking views of the Arenal Volcano from one of the most beautiful lakes in the world, you'll fish the local Rainbow Bass abundant in the water. The tour includes a professional fishing guide and high quality equipment to ensure you an experience of lifetime.

Departures: 7:00 A.M. Pick up times vary depending on the hotel location
Duration: 4 hours
Frequency: Daily
Items to bring/wear: Small backpack, hiking shoes, light clothing, shorts, insect repellent, rain gear if necessary, binoculars, camera, swim suit, sandals, change of clothes
Includes: Transportation, fishing equipment, refreshments

River Rafting, Rio Sarapiqui - Due to its shape, flow and topographic conditions, the Sarapiquí river offers maximum security to its visitors. The sections are clearly defined and travel parallel the main road. This allows us to separate into smaller groups and make trips to different sections of the river, rejoining at lunch time. The spring of Sarapiquí river is located on the Barva Volcano. The flow travels 85 kilometers of preserve and low-population areas until it reaches the San Juan river. As a result, these unpolluted waters are surrounded by spectacular rainforest and have become a unique place to enjoy an observation or bird-watching ride, as well as the adventure of white water rafting. A dream come true for white water rafting lovers or for a first experience. A delightful day more than 20 rapids in a spectacular setting within the tropical rainforest, surrounded by an awesome flora and fauna a real rain forest rafting trip. Three hours rafting into a jungle, thru the vibrant journey, you will enjoy swimming and refreshing yourself in the many peaceful ponds, in addition to the thrill of defying rapids.

Departure: 7:30 A.M. Pick up times vary depending on the hotel location
Duration: 10 hours
Frequency: Daily
Items to bring/wear: small backpack, Tevas/tennis shoes, short or swimsuit, towel, change of clothes, sweater, disposable camera
Includes: Breakfast, transportation, bilinguals guide, tropical fruits in the river, lunch, modern equipment and a kayaker to ensure safety
Participant Requirements: Good physical condition, beginners and advanced, ages: 12 to 60 years old

Kayak Peñas Blancas - Relax and enjoy a day of heightened emotions on the quiet waters of the Peñas Blancas. You will be in full contact with nature as you will be able to experience close contact with many species of birds, monkeys, sloth's, iguanas, crocodiles and more. Along the way we will stop to spend time with a typical Costa Rican farmer and his family. They will prepare some wonderful Tico dishes for you as they share their life story. We also enjoy the rare opportunity to explore, and learn more about the many riches of the virgin tropical rainforest on their farm. Finally, it's back to the river to continue our float to the small town of Boca Arenal.

Departures: 8:30 A.M. Pick up times vary depending on the hotel location
Duration: 4 hours
Frequency: Daily
Items to bring/wear : small backpack, shorts, t-shirt, insect repellent, rain gear if necessary, camera (zip lock bag)
Includes: Transportation, tour guide, kayak/raft

Arenal Hanging Bridges - Arenal Hanging Bridges is a new tourism attraction in La Fortuna, only 4 km (2.5 miles) west of Tabacón within a 250 hectare (618 acre) reserve of primary forest. Visitor who love nature can enjoy 15 bridges from 5 to 100 meters long, friendly design along 3 km rain forest circuit of interpretive trails built with paving blocks to prevent slipping. The bridges are build of aluminum, galvanized steel and concrete, to ensure maximum security for their visitors. They were designed by structural engineers with the most demanding safety margins in the world. Guided by a naturalist, who through the natural history will open for you the doors of a fascinating and colorful Tropical Rain Forest world. The imposing vistas of the Volcano from the hanging bridges over the forest, make a perfect combination for an unforgettable experience.

Departures: 8:00 A.M. Pick up times vary depending on the hotel location
Duration: 4 hours
Frequency: Daily
Items to bring/wear : small backpack, hiking shoes/sneakers, shorts, t-shirt, insect repellent, rain gear if necessary, camera
Includes: Transportation, tour guide

Venado Caves - Located only an hour from La Fortuna, these caverns offer an unforgettable underground mystical adventure. If you're ready to get wet and muddy and to see amazing stalactites, stalagmites, bats and subterranean streams, then join us! On this tour, we'll be trekking through some narrow winding passages; therefore it is not recommended for those with claustrophobia.

Departures: 8:00 A.M. Pick up times vary depending on the hotel location
Duration: 6 hours
Frequency: Daily
Items to bring/wear: small backpack, hiking boots, light clothing, and shorts, towel, change of clothes.
Participant Requirements: Good physical condition, not recommended for those with claustrophobia.
Includes: Transportation, tour guide and entrance fee

Rio Peñas Blancas Safari Float - This tour is best know for the peace and tranquility exuded by the rain forest as you quietly paddle down the beautiful Peñas Blanca River. You will surely want to have your binoculars and camera ready as we encounters monkeys, sloths, iguanas, and various species of tropical birds. As you sit back and enjoy, your bilingual guide will introduce you on the intricacies of the vast ecosystem that surrounds you.

Departures: 8:00 A.M. or 1:00 P.M. Pick up times vary depending on the hotel location
Duration: 4 hours
Frequency: Daily
Items to bring/wear : small backpack, Tevas/sneakers, shorts, t-shirt, insect repellent, rain gear if necessary, camera
Includes: Transportation, tour guide

Horseback Riding to the La Fortuna Waterfalls - This tour offers the perfect combination of beautiful sightseeing and physical activity. We begin with an easy and scenic horseback ride from La Fortuna to the entrance of the waterfall. After viewing the magnificent 70-meter waterfall from a distance, we descend on a challenging hike through the dense rainforest where you will see amazing specimens of flora. The hike will bring us to the crystal blue pool into which the waterfall pours, where you will be able to take a wonderful refreshing swim.

Departure: Around 8:00 A.M. Pick up times vary depending on the hotel location
Duration: 6 hours
Frequency: Daily
Items to bring/wear: small backpack, insect repellent, rain gear if necessary, binoculars, camera, swimsuit and towel
Participant Requirements: Good physical condition
Includes: Transportation, tour guide, and horses

Rio Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge - Birdwatchers and nature lovers, this is the tour for you! This all day trips take you to the mighty Rio Frio near the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge. One of our professional bilingual guides will pick you up at your hotel to take you to the small town of Los Chiles near the Nicaraguan border. Here we will begin our three hour ride up the Rio Frio in search of sloth's, caimans, lizards, tropical birds, various species of monkeys and much more in the surrounding lush rainforest and wetlands. You will be amazed with the beauty as your guide shows and teaches you about the marvel of the wildlife, vegetation, ecology and culture of this tropical paradise. A typical Costa Rican hot lunch will be served on the tranquil banks of the Rio Frio.

Departures: 7:30 A.M. Pick up times vary depending on the hotel location
Duration: 8 hours
Frequency: Daily
Items to bring/wear : small backpack, shorts, t-shirt, insect repellent, rain gear if necessary, binoculars, camera
Includes: Transportation, tour guide, entrance fee and lunch

Mountain Biking - What better way to explore the beautiful lush rainforest around Lake Arenal than by mountain bike! Gear yourself up for a physical ride on a quiet country road that begins at the Lake Arenal Dam, proceeds to the entrance of Arenal Volcano National Park and ends near the Observatory Lodge. Enjoy magnificent views of the Arenal Lake and Volcano along the way. Perhaps a monkey or two will come out to cheer you!

Departures: 8:00 A.M. Pick up times vary depending on the hotel location
Duration: 4 hours
Frequency: Daily
Items to bring/wear : small backpack, biking shorts/shorts, t-shirt, insect repellent, rain gear if necessary, camera
Includes: Transportation, special mountain bikes, tour guide

Arenal Paraiso Canopy Tour - Our canopy tour is located at the Arenal river canyon, a perfect combination of nature and adventure, on our way to the exciting zipline journey we will spot 2 waterfalls. The adrenaline experience begins with a short walk to the first platform where our naturalist bilingual guide will inspect all the canopy gears and equipment for safety and give detailed instructions on how to enjoy the canopy tour. The Arenal Paraiso canopy tour is one of the best in the country, with 12 platforms, 350 meters of cables, varying heights of 85 meters. The canopy cable System was carefully designed to enjoy the adventure ride and at the same time enjoy the scenic rainforest along with the wildlife that inhabits the area. This is truly enjoyable tour for all ages.

Departures: 8:00 A.M. Pick up times vary depending on the hotel location
Duration: 4 hours
Frequency: Daily
Items to bring/wear : small backpack, shorts, t-shirt, insect repellent, rain gear if necessary, camera
Includes: Transportation, canopy equipment, tour guide

Caño Negro Wildife Refuge, Kayak the Real Caño Negro, Chiles - Visit one of best places for wildlife in Costa Rica. This area is known as a biological corridor between Costa Rica and Nicaragua. See many species of birds, 3 types of monkeys, caiman, iguanas, sloth's, and more. The tour begins with a 2 hour drive to the town of Caño Negro. Along the way our guides will explain many interesting things about the region. The drive takes you past many crops including papayas, yucca, sugar cane, and oranges. Before boarding the kayaks we will stop for breakfast at a typical restaurant, and enjoy some delicious Costa Rican coffee. Now it's time to begin our exciting journey through the Caño Negro Refuge. You will like you are paradise as you quietly drift through these peaceful waterways. We will explore areas that can't be reach by motorboats. allowing us to get closer to the wildlife! Enjoy the tranquility as we continue our float down river to the pick up point.

Departure: 6:00 A.M.
Return: Approximately 5:00 P.M.
Items to bring/wear: Small backpack, light clotting, tennis shoes or sandals, hat, camera, binoculars, and sunscreen, and poncho if necessary.
Includes: Transportation, bilingual naturalist guide, breakfast, lunch, and cold drinks.

Van/Boat/Van transfer, Arenal/Monteverde/Arenal - This transfer takes you from Monteverde to La Fortuna and vice versa. It leaves Monteverde around 8:00 AM and La Fortuna, at 8:30 AM and it lasts for about 2 ½ hours. The first part of the tour is by land and a bilingual guide will accompany you. Then, you continue with a relaxing boat trip through the waters of the Arenal Lake. On the other side, a car will be taking you to your destination, provided it is along the route. Enjoy this wonderful tour and observe the exotic beauty that hosts this paradisiacal place. Admire the transition of the rain forest to the cloud forest where you will reach an altitude of 3600 feet (1200 meters) above sea level where you can see perhaps the best view of the Monteverde Cloud Forest and the amazing panoramic views of the Arenal Volcano.

Departure: 7:45 A.M. Pick up times vary depending on the hotel location
Duration: 2 ½ hours
Frequency: Daily
Items to bring/wear: small backpack, all luggage for hotel transfer
Includes: Transportation only