Tours & Activities in La Fortuna

Taste the traditional dishes of Costa Rica, discover the culture of the country, and enjoy dinner with a local family in La Fortuna.

Discover the dense forests and volcanic landscapes of La Fortuna on a day trip. Enjoy a guided hike to sights like the La Fortuna waterfall and end your journey with a hot springs soak and cocktail.

With the help of Doña Chela, you will learn about the preparation of traditional Costa Rican dishes with products from the garden and the oldest way in the heat of the wood-fired kitchen.

Walk through a mystical Costa Rican rainforest full of nature and wildlife

In this activity, get an exciting rush of adrenaline as you take on the class II and III rapids of La Fortuna. Ready for some fun?

Travel smart between San Jose and La Fortuna with Daytrip Shuttle—a reliable shared ride with a professional English-speaking driver. Book now for instant confirmation and a stress-free journey.

Offers a unique experience with nature, rappelling through waterfalls as you traverse a canyon creek. Along the way you will come across water springs, jump into naturally formed water pools, and zip line past the forest trees. Maquique offers a total of 5 rappels, 3 of which descend through waterfalls, and one zip line as you trek through the canyon’s creek, cacao. At the end of the tour we will hike through the rainforest for about 13-16 minutes. If you are looking for adventure near to the Arenal con with us an enjoy the waterfall rappeling. An incredible experience in the tropical waters of the rainforest where you will stop watching and become an extreme adventurer 10 kilometers from the river, enjoy the best guides

This tour to the Arenal Volcano is an essential route in Costa Rica. Enjoy this national park and relax in its thermal pools.

Walk through a tropical rainforest canopy with this ticket for the Místico Arenal Hanging Bridges in La Fortuna. Venture down a 3-kilometer trail and cross 6 bridges at the foot of a volcano.

Paddle board is the most ecological and nature loving way to connect with our two lakes, we offer private exclusive experience with a professional instructor and guide Jose chops (life guard learnings, sup surfer for over 15 years, ex fire fighter trained in national parks ) . With us you will reach unique jungle spots with no crowds, I will take you alone no group needed or with your friend or family, the photos and profesional edited video is a gift included in your tour. Cote Sup Safari offers personalized private unique adventure... we are your most special sup option and we are very happy to receive you.

Dare to cross the Costa Rican jungle with this Arenal Hanging Bridges Tour. Discover its fauna and flora and see the second most active volcano in the country.

Discover why more than 100,000 annual visitors choose La Fortuna Waterfall in Arenal Volcano National Park. Enjoy its power and beauty with direct access.

Our private transport service offers a safe, convenient, and flexible way to travel anywhere within Costa Rica. All the vehicles used for private transportation are air conditioned, well-maintained minibuses (passenger vans) driven by reliable and punctual Costa Rican bilingual professionals. Another nice feature of private transport is that it allows one hour of free wait time for the journey, giving your group opportunities to pose for photographs, take bathroom breaks, or enjoy a meal. Enjoy your way with Wi-Fi inside the vans and our drivers, they will show you our amazing country!

Don't miss meeting some of Costa Rica's most adorable inhabitants on this unforgettable trip to the La Fortuna Sloth Watching Park.

Explore the history of coffee and chocolate in Costa Rica on a guided tour. Learn about the coffee and chocolate-making process from seed to cup and taste the final products.

Get pumped for a challenging descent into a lush rainforest canyon that will stimulate your adrenal glands to the max. We are the only rafting company that offers the opportunity to run this exhilarating and scenic stretch. Afterwards, we will proceed to the river, a stretch that is considered one of the most technically challenging commercially run rapids in Costa Rica. You will be accompanied by expert river guides and safety kayakers. There will be two breaks from the heart pounding rapids to refuel. The first stop will be along the river, where we will enjoy some fresh fruit. The second stop will be for an authentic Costa Rican lunch, you’ll also learn about the growing, harvesting, production of chocolate, medical plants, fruits and sugar cane.

Spend a day in paradise! Enjoy a luxury cruise over the mesmerizing turquoise waters of the Pacific on this tour to the spectacular Tortuga Island.

Discover the Arenal National Park on this guided morning tour. See the Arenal Volcano, an emerald lake, have a lunch of local food, and visit a small resort to relax in natural hot springs.

Get ready for the ultimate adventure! Join us on our white-water Rafting tour and experience the rush of paddling through the rapids of the Balsa River, surrounded by lush rainforest and breathtaking scenery. Along the way, you'll have the chance to take a refreshing dip in the cool waters of the river and relax in the beauty of nature. And after your adventure is done, indulge in a delicious Costa Rican-style lunch. This full-day guided tour promises excitement, beauty, and unforgettable memories. Come join us for the ride of a lifetime!

Spend the day surrounded by Costa Rica's wild nature. You'll visit the La Fortuna Waterfall as well as the Arenal Volcano and its hot springs. 

Discover the rich heritage of coffee and chocolate production on a guided tour in La Fortuna, Costa Rica. Experience the journey from seed to cup near the scenic Arenal Volcano.

The Boat: Ride the most versatile, portable, and maneuverable boat ever invented. The Place: Discover new creeks and secluded places of Costa Rica and stay away from massive tourism. The Involved Sports: The best blend between hiking and kayaking.

Embrace the tradition of two of Costa Rica's most typical products with this coffee and chocolate tour! Perfect if you have a sweet tooth!

Embark on a thrilling rafting trip down the class 2 and 3 rapids of the beautiful Balsa River. Navigate 10 km downstream, stopping along the way to rest, swim and eat some fresh Costa Rican fruit.

We focus on tourist transportation and customer service. Our goal is to provide comfortable and convenient transportation with our qualified and bilingual staff who will serve you in the best way. Our modern, comfortable units will make the transfer the best experience.

Exotic plants, native wildlife and natural lagoons: immerse yourself in the wilderness of Costa Rica on this quad bike tour of Arenal Volcano National Park.

Explore the nature of La Fortuna in a different way with this tour with a certified guide that takes you through the rainforest after its spectacular wildlife wakes up for the night.

What sets my tour apart is personalized attention and authentic experiences. I focus on connecting travelers with Costa Rican culture and nature. From the start, I'm available for questions and adapt to individual needs. I share local stories and secrets, offering a unique perspective. With small groups, everyone gets personalized attention. My goal is to make each trip unforgettable, giving travelers a genuine taste of Costa Rica. Book my tour for a memorable and enriching experience!

Rainforest guided walk for wildlife spotting and photography.

"Celeste" in Spanish means celestial, paradisiacal and also the light blue color of the clear sky. These adjectives perfectly describe the area you will visit in this tour. On the flanks of the Tenorio Volcano National Park, this 7 km hike takes you to the point where the river Mother Nature magically mixes the water of two crystalline streams, changing its color to the beautiful blue light we call Celeste. Continue to "the pots", the depressions in the clay-filled soil with supposed therapeutic properties and the Tenorio Volcano hot springs. The trail continues through the forest until you reach the dazzling waterfall of Rio Celeste. During all this time, the surrounding jungle is full of life forms, smells and incredible sounds.

Cruise along the banks of the Frío River while you observe the great variety of fauna and flora of the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge on this excursion.

Discovering the wonderful secrets hidden in this forest means finding a wildlife sanctuary; the high density of biodiversity makes our trails a unique place for observing species.

The Balsa River is dam-controlled and is renowned for its relatively continuous Class 2 and 3 rapids, providing an exciting yet safe adventure for all skill levels. Most rapids are found in the first hour of the trip. These rapids offer excitement and safety, ensuring a memorable journey for beginners and experienced rafters. As you travel down the river, you'll be surrounded by the captivating beauty of Costa Rica's lush rainforests, pristine waterfalls, and a rich tapestry of exotic flora. You'll want to keep your eyes peeled for the abundance of wildlife that calls this area home. Bird enthusiasts will delight in the toucans, kingfishers, and herons as they dart and soar along the riverbanks. Howler monkeys might greet you with their distinctive calls from the treetops, and you might even be lucky enough to spot the elusive, slow-moving sloth hanging lazily from the branches overhead.

Get to know the impressive Fortuna River Waterfall on a perfect day trip and enjoy the magical environment of this Costa Rican biological reserve.

Join a local family project and embark on a guided tour from La Fortuna to the rainforests of Arenal. Observe sloths in their natural habitat and learn about the behavior of these adorable animals.

This tour starts at a local farm where the locals will give you a warm welcoming, after the guides dress you up with the harness, helmet and gloves, we will take a short hike of 5 minutes to immerse in the dense vegetation in order to find our hidden canyon, once we get the first training rappel the guides will offer a safety speech, and start going down the first rappel of 49 ft. As skills progress and confidence grows, you will descent 3 more rappels every one with different challenges. The heights of the waterfalls on this tour are between 49 ft and 131 ft. First, you’ll descend into a breathtaking world of cascading waterfalls, hidden trails, and rocky cliffs. Rappel down vertical drops, leap into refreshing pools, and navigate through narrow gorges, surrounded by the lush tropical rainforest. After an invigorating canyoning session, it’s time to take on the untamed rivers of Costa Rica in a thrilling white water rafting adventure.

Explore the subterranean world of the Venado Caves with this trip from La Fortuna. A 15 million-year-old underground labyrinth of grottoes awaits!

Explore the highest waterfall rappel around Arenal Volcano, with 230 ft. Experience a canyoning tour that combines the thrill of waterfall rappelling, invigorating hikes, and vertical challenges.

We will have a great time immerse in the rainforest, volcano and one of the most beautiful waterfalls we have in the country. We will be able to spot wildlife in the middle of the forest such as monkeys, sloths, frogs, snakes and more. The view from the hanging bridges is breathtaking. We will learn about Arenal volcano geology and history by the time we are hiking the lava flows from 1968. We will have a delicious and local lunch at my family restaurant with one of the most breathtaking views of the valley and volcano. We will finish at la fortuna waterfall where we will have to swim and take pictures of this iconic place in la fortuna.

Discover a magnificent volcanic crater in the heart of Costa Rica with this fantastic hike to the Hule Lagoon. Perfect for adventurers!

Explore the tropical rainforest around the Arenal Volcano and admire its variety of nocturnal animal life on this night tour from La Fortuna. Learn about the nighttime habits of local flora and fauna.

Costa Rica Descens Organic Farm The opportunity to witness agriculture in action is a rarity nowadays. To experience where our food is grown rather than to watch it arrive at supermarkets is the point of our farm tours. Our farmers are happy to work with you to design a farm tour that fits into your group’s focus. We are happy to share our farm with you in a way that meets the interest of your group. Sample group tour focuses are below to give you an idea of what a farm experience can offer. Local food production and distribution, with an emphasis on seasonality, what crops grow when, and how we distribute them. Medicinal Plants; Explain the  traditional medicine practices since prehistoric times. Plants synthesise hundreds of chemical compounds for functions including defence against insects, fungi, diseases, and herbivorous mammals.

Up for an adrenaline rush? In this canyoning activity in La Fortuna, we'll rappel down waterfalls at the entrance of the Arenal Volcano!

Relax and cleanse your body in the thermal hot pools with a day pass for Baldi Hot Springs in Costa Rica. Enjoy the jacuzzi, slide down the waterslides, and have lunch and dinner as optional meals.

Enjoy amazing views of Volcano Arenal in a “Pura Vida” atmosphere while preparing and tasting your newest culinary creations. The class is located in a gorgeous professional kitchen overlooking the rainforest. You will learn Scott’s personal recipes, techniques, get to participate in the creation of them, and of course sit down to enjoy the fruits of your labor.

Discover the nocturnal wonders of the Costa Rican jungle with a hiking route to the frog sanctuary. You'll also enjoy dinner under the moonlight!

Experience a hands-on program, that lets you eat all the chocolate you want. Discover the ancient secrets of chocolate: from its discovery and use in tropical America to the processing of the product we know and enjoy today.

Family business focused on offering a private transport service in which customers can enjoy a ride instead of a boring transport from one place to another. We are not just a transport

Join us by road and by boat to Monteverde from La Fortuna in a comfortable and worry-free way. We'll get great views of the volcano and Lake Arenal.