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Experience what's considered the best route to mountain bike in Costa Rica. Start your unforgettable voyage in our NEW Pedal & Paddle Adventure Store in the small town of Foforos on Lake Arenal.  Get great views of the breathtaking Arenal Volcano as you pass rainforest, rural farmlands, and wildlife while biking along the largest Lake in Costa Rica, Lake Arenal. Bike on a gravel road that stretches 24 km in total. An excellent opportunity to challenge your limits by crossing the Caño Negro River and different streams towards Rio Chiquito,  you'll be surprised by the beautiful landscapes. There will always be a support vehicle nearby giving you farther assistants throughout this amazing outdoor activity. Make this dirt road mountain biking trail a perfect sport for people of all ages and all skill levels including athletic backgrounds. We accommodate our tour according to your ability and climate conditions.

Aventuras Arenal promotes the development of sustainable tourism projects, understanding by sustainability, the group of practices that reduce the negative impact in the social, economic and environmental areas.

We have some of the best rivers near La Fortuna, ranging from class 2 to 4. All tours include transportation, guides, equipment, lunch, and safety kayaks guides. No passengers will be take in under the influence of alcohol or drugs. There is an intermediate level of physical activity, you have to paddle for around 2 hours. Comfortable clothes for getting wet, shoes that strap to your feet, change clothes, sunblock.

See for yourself why more than 100,000 visitors flock to La Fortuna Waterfall each year with an admission ticket to one of Costa Rica's most prized natural attractions, located inside Arenal Volcano National Park. After admiring the falls from a distance, hike down a steep path to stand at the base of the mesmerizing 230-foot (70-meter) cascade, where you can feel the power of the Fortuna River and feel its mist spraying into the surrounding jungle.

If white-water rafting seems like a stretch, give white-water tubing a try. This tubing tour on the Balsa River lets you splash down Class I and II rapids on an easy-to-ride inflatable tube—perfect for anyone who wants to experience the fun of white-water sports without the challenge of rafting. This kid-friendly tour is a great pick for families with children ages 10 and up.

Head out on the Sarapiqui River in the afternoon for a thrilling ride down the Class II and Class III rapids. This activity is great for those who have other morning plans or arrive in town later in the day; most rafting trips offered have early morning starts. With a guide at the helm, you’ll be safe and comfortable and have all the instruction you need.

Join the early birds on this La Fortuna bird watching tour. After an early-morning pickup from your hotel, start down the leisurely Gallery Habitat Trail with your guide. As you walk, your guide points out birds like woodpeckers, toucans, and hummingbirds, plus other plant and animal wildlife, making this tour a great way to learn about the rain forest.

Dial up the adrenaline with this family-friendly, full-day, guided white-water rafting adventure with lunch included. No matter your skill or ability level, this thrilling ride down the Balsa River and over class II and III rapids is pure fun. Paddle with your fellow travellers over rapids called “Dredges” and “Magnetic Rock” and see the tropical jungle and wildlife along the shore. Afterwards, relax with a traditional lunch. 

Arenal is an active volcano whose glowing red heart is best viewed from a safe distance. Perfectly positioned is Mistico Park, a series of 15 suspension bridges offering just such a view of the pyramid-shaped peak as well as the opportunity to experience the rainforest from up in the canopy. Enjoy learning all about the area's rich biodiversity during this half-day tour from a professional naturalist guide leading the way.

The  activity starts right before 8 a.m. by leaving the town of La Fortuna with a drive for around 15 minutes in order to reach the community of El Burrito, there we continue our drive on a gravel road in the middle of cattle farms that will take as to an altitude of around 600 meters above sea level up in the mountains and this section of the drive will take around another 15 minutes, until we get to the entrance of our trail that will take us into the beautiful rainforest.

See one of the natural treasures of Alajuela Province with a visit to La Fortuna Waterfall. Travel by car from your La Fortuna hotel to the spectacular cascade, where you can observe from a viewpoint or hike down a trail for a closer look and swim in the river. A guide accompanies you to point out surrounding highlights and ensure a seamless experience.

This tour offers incredible value for La Fortuna visitors who want to sample the best the area has to offer in just one day. A hanging bridge canopy tour, hike on Arenal Volcano, pit-stop at a waterfall, and visit to the hot springs resort of your choosing are all combined into a single easily-managed booking, topped off by two included meals and all transportation from downtown La Fortuna.

Fermentation is the process used to make alcohol and various foods through the addition of microorganisms—creating foods that are rich in probiotics and acclaimed for their health benefits. This unique workshop teaches you all about the fermentation process and shows you how to make foods such as sour dough bread, sauerkraut, and vinegar. Armed with the skills to make your own fermented foods, you will be able to make your own gut-friendly foods at home.

Hiking through the rain forest is a can’t-be-missed adventure, but it can be intimidating—especially in a foreign country. This Costa Rica hiking tour takes away the jitters by providing a guide who leads you through the slopes of Tenorio Volcano National Park, pointing out wildlife and stunning scenes along the way to a Celeste River waterfall. Eat lunch at the end of the hike and ride back to your hotel in comfort.

Guaranteed observation of sloths, one of the most emblematic animals of Costa Rica. Besides the big diversity of conspicuos bird species you can also watch insects, mammals and small reptiles.

Challenge yourself mentally and physically while enjoying the renowned wilderness of the La Fortuna area on this 9-hour combo rappelling and rafting tour. Descend down a series of tropical waterfalls before rafting down Class II and III rapids on the Balsa River, all with the assistance of a guide who helps ensure your safety and entertainment. This tour includes round-trip transportation from your hotel and a typical Costa Rican lunch.

You need to venture deep into the rainforest to see the spectacular wildlife of Costa Rica on this nature-guided hike in a natural center of La Fortuna. On this tour, a guide accompanies you on an easy walk, through the forest, signaling wildlife such as birds and tree frogs along the way. Guided nature walk from La Fortuna. Opportunities to see wildlife as birds in their natural habitat. The Guide provides fun facts and information about the ecosystem as it progresses. The friendly excursion for children is a success among families.

Travelers can enjoy the sunset at Lake Arenal with a delicious tropical drink. You will see the different animals of this area, this tour is spectacular and romantic!   IDEAL TO SPEND A QUIET AFTERNOON! watching the sunset in a boat with your partner and how the sun is hidden in the arenal lake is something beautiful ideal to enjoy a quiet afternoon and then take a small tour and be able to observe the different birds of the area looking for their nests to rest.

Raft, rappel, and visit an organic farm on this adventurous tour from La Fortuna. Spend the morning raising your heartbeat with a supervised waterfall rappel and white-water rafting trip over class III and IV rapids, and then head to an authentic farm for a hearty organic lunch. This tour also includes hotel pickup and drop-off from La Fortuna for easy transportation.

The Adventure Safari Float,  Close to the base of the Arenal volcano area right in the middle of the rain forest one of the best adventures to see wildlife. Tour Departure Time: 7:00 a.m.  in la Fortuna we drive 25 minutes  to get to Penas Blancas River by van, you nature guide will explain step by step about the  environment. Tour Includes: transportation, towels, a bilingual river guide, lunch, fresh fruits, very beautiful and educated hiking like for 20 minutes in a organic farm that is where we take the delicious ingredients   WHAT TO BRING: water shoes or tennis shoes, clothes to get change, clothes to get wet and A BIG SMILE  

Guided Side by Side tour through Private Farms, alongside rivers, and up close and personal to the Famous Arenal Volcano. Side by Sides are well maintained for your safety, tour starts with a small practice course to get familiar with the SIde by Sides operation., Experienced guides will help you through rivers, mud and the Costa Rican Jungle, sharing knowledge of Costa Rica’s Intense Bio Diversity found along the way. Jacuzzi and pool area to relax after the Side by Side tour, with amazing views of the Arenal Volcano Tour duration: 3 hours, Lunch included. Tour times 7:30AM, 11:00 and 2:30PM

A unique adventure for Nature lovers and animal lovers alike. After enjoy the mistic hike at the hanging bridges, we will visit a volcanic lagoon and the Arenal Volcano viewpoint, this tour mix two of the most impressive attractions of the area. From the viewpoint, you can take breath-taking pictures upon your horse with the volcano as your backdrop.

Are you looking for the thrill of a lifetime? Enjoy with us 13 km of extreme adventure in our rafting class III & IV, where you can experience the challenging waters in the river, while paddling hard in the best rapids, take your adrenaline to the máximum, enjoy beautiful scenery, do not miss the opportunity to go where our adventure takes you.  To conclude your best challenge, enjoy a swim, tropical fruits, refreshing drinks and our famous delicious lunch. ¡No look further, keep calm and go rafting!

Benefit from an advance reservation for Tabacon Hot Springs to ensure your access to one of Costa Rica´s most popular hot springs resorts. A network of thermal springs run through the lush gardens and feed a number of pools and waterfalls with naturally heated mineral waters. The resort is located between Arenal Volcano and the National Park, which makes it a scenic and relaxing destination, and a buffet meal is included.

La Fortuna is undoubtedly one of the best places in the world to spot sloths in the wild, but these well-camouflaged creatures can be difficult to see on your own. On this tour, follow your guide on a 1-mile (1,500 meter) stroll through the forest to an area where sloths are known to frequent, picking up local expertise on a favorite Costa Rica sight along the way.

Observe Costa Rica's bountiful wildlife from the hanging bridges of Mistico Park in Arenal. Trek along ground-level forest trails and suspended walkways in this private, family-owned nature reserve that’s home to a vast array of birdlife, monkeys, reptiles, and tropical plants. Learn about the area’s rich biodiversity from a naturalist guide as you explore different levels of the rain forest, from floor to canopy, and enjoy commanding views of Arenal Volcano.

This tour starts when our transport will pick you up at your Hotel. Then we go to the Arenal Lake where we started the boat trip to go to Rio Chiquito where we will board another microbus that will take us to the final Monteverde destination. Once in Monteverde we will make a beautiful Tour of Caffee, Sugar Cane and Cacao. During this coffee tour, Sugar Cane and Cacao in Monteverde, you will learn about the history and culture behind one of the most famous coffees in the world. This tour highlights the best of the coffee tradition and its importance for the socioeconomic development of Costa Rica..  

Take a nice drive from La Fortuna through the Costa Rican countryside to one of the most-remote and ecologically-sacred parts of Costa Rica called Caño Negro along the Rio Frio! This Wildlife Refuge encompasses an area of about 10,000 hectares near the border with Nicaragua.This is one of the best place for birding in Costa Rica. It's one of the few places in Costa Rica where you can catch a glimpse of the exotic Jabiru Stork, the tallest flying bird found in Central and South America. You may see wood storks, cormorants, and other varieties of birds -- this is a must-do tour for avid birdwatchers! Plus, everyone loves to spot sloths, howler monkeys, and caimans that inhabit this lush area. The travel time from La Fortuna to the Caño Negro area is about 1.5 hours where you will board the boat with your nature guide at the Los Chiles dock.We will travel by boat along the edge of the Caño Negro Wildlife refuge on Rio Frio for about 3 hours and return to the same dock.

An adventure of ascents and descents, which combines high adrenaline with amazing scenic beauty park.

This well-rounded tour is the perfect way for nature lovers to experience the best of Costa Rica's outdoor beauty. Enjoy a scenic boated on the Rio Frio with departure near the border of Nicaragua. Cruise through the Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge and see the incredible biodiversity that makes this nation to unique. You'll have up close encounters with birds, snakes, herons and other animals, as well as various species of monkeys and sloths.

You will be enjoyed the indigenous Maleku culture, itslanguage and tradition whatevery you like. You will be picked up in the lobby of your Hotel in the Arenal La Fortuna area of San Carlos with a view to enjoying relaxing horseback ride in the middle of nature. The Indigenous Cultural Rescue Center proposes that students, families and people both national and foreign can visit this small representation.

During the day we will visit the most interesting attractions of the area, Mistico Park, La Fortuna Waterfall the Arenal Volcano the Natural Hotsprings and you will get to see plenty of different views around the Volcano and the Arenal Lake. You hike during the day in three different areas and you can swim in three different places, be ready for a medium-difficult hike, being a long day we may find rain at some point so please prepare your self with the proper equipment and clothing such as shorts, closed toes shoes, rainjacket a little backpack to carry your belongins towel, water, reppelent, light clothing is recomended.

Arenal Volcano, green Lagoon Natural Hotsprings and Baldi Hotsprings, lunch and dinner included during the day, medium difficulty hike and great views of the Volcano and very nice place to relax at the end of the activity.

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.

Ending in "Nuevo Arenal" town, the locals took this place as a new home after the return of the Arenal Volcano, where near they used to have their town. On this tour we going to be in two different provinces (Alajuela & Guanacaste), here you´ll feel a sudden change of weather from the rain, to the dry forest in a few hours of biking. Along the way, you may also spot some exotic birds and mammals.

The Quads Adventure ATV tour not only gives you the opportunity for adventure and fun but also includes nature and unique views of the majestic Arenal Volcano.

We run small groups so go ahead to enjoy the best of Costa Rica in a single day on this 7-hour four-in-one tour that's perfect for outdoor adventurers. Cross the famous hanging bridges, where you'll experience the beauty of walking high above the jungle floor. Take in the incredible wonder of La Fortuna Waterfall and hike to the top of a nearby volcano where you'll capture incredible views of Costa Rican countryside. This tour includes a stop at Free Hot Springs and a Costa Rican Lunch It's the perfect way to experience the beauty, excitement and adventure of Costa Rica in a single day.

Guided ATV tour through Private Farms, alongside rivers, and up close and personal to the Famous Arenal Volcano. ATV’s are well maintained for your safety, tour starts with a small practice course to get familiar with the ATV operation., Experienced guides will help you through rivers, mud and the Costa Rican Jungle, sharing knowledge of Costa Rica’s Intense Bio Diversity found along the way. Jacuzzi and pool area to relax after the ATV tour, with amazing views of the Arenal Volcano Tour duration: 3 hours, Lunch included. Tour times 7:30AM, 11:00 and 2:30PM

Nature is not a luxury, but a necessity of the human spirit, as vital as bread or water. Hanging Bridges, La Fortuna Waterfall and relaxing hot springs – Nature that’s Pura Vida!

Join the rain forest’s late night crowd on this nocturnal wildlife tour at Arenal Mundo Aventura. Use lanterns to light your way down a trail and catch sight of animals like the red-eyed tree frog, pit vipers, and mottled owls—your guide points them out along the way so you don’t miss a thing.