Arenal Volcano, Hanging Bridges & La Fortuna Waterfall Combo Tour
Description
Our tour stands out because it delivers La Fortuna’s top four experiences in one perfectly organized day without the stress of planning, driving, or buying separate tickets. With 8:00 AM hotel pickup in La Fortuna and nearby areas, a friendly shared-group atmosphere, and transportation + all entrance fees + lunch included, you simply show up and enjoy. Unlike rushed combos, we give you meaningful time at every stop: about 2 hours at La Fortuna Waterfall (including 40 minutes to swim when conditions are safe), a moderate Arenal Volcano hike for about 2.5 hours followed by a 30-minute traditional Costa Rican lunch, about 2.5 hours on the Mistico Hanging Bridges to soak in canopy views and wildlife, and a relaxing finish with about 40 minutes in the warm natural waters of El Choyín on the Tabacón River. If you want the best of waterfall + volcano + rainforest + hot springs in one day with clear timing, smooth logistics, and unbeatable value—this is the experience to book.
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Itinerary
La Fortuna Waterfall (Catarata La Fortuna) — about 2 hours total: Begin at the iconic 70-meter waterfall by descending a scenic forest trail with around 500 steps. You’ll have time to enjoy the view and, weather and safety permitting, take a refreshing swim, approximately 40 minutes for swimming are included within this stop
Arenal Volcano hike + lunch — about 3 hours total (2.5-hour hike + 30-minute lunch): Next, explore the trails near Arenal Volcano on a moderate 2.5-hour hike through volcanic landscapes and lush forest viewpoints. After the hike, you’ll sit down for a 30-minute traditional Costa Rican lunch to recharge before the next activity.
Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges — about 2.5 hours: Continue to Mistico Park for a 2.5-hour walk combining rainforest trails and hanging bridges high above the canopy. Enjoy panoramic views and keep an eye out for wildlife and unique tropical plants as you move through the treetops.
El Choyín hot springs (Tabacón River): End the day with about 40 minutes relaxing in the warm natural waters of El Choyín, a peaceful riverside hot springs area surrounded by jungle, an ideal way to finish after an active day. Then we will drop you off in the place we picked you up or in town as you may prefer.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Traveler pickup is offered Pick up included for hotels located in a radio of 6 kms from La Fortuna Central Park. Lost Iguana Hotel, Arenal Observatory Lodge, TheSprings Resort, Arenal Lodge and Hotels anywhere further away than Tabacón Resort will have a extra charge please reach out to confirm with us. Pick up in Chachagua area not included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(754)
Overall a great tour! I booked through my hotel so I was picked up and dropped off right where I stayed. The hanging bridges and jungle hike were beautiful, and the hot spring relaxing. The highlight of the tour was definitely the tour guide, Sergio! Perfect balance of making sure everyone is okay and letting us go at our own pace. He also took pictures for everybody at the bridges (I was traveling solo so that was a great help, I didn’t even have to ask and he was very patient with the photos.) I definitely recommend this tour, and I’m so thankful to have had an awesome tour guide!
Such a great tour of the Arenal Volcano, Mistico Hanging Bridges, and the most magical hot springs on the side of the highway! Our tour guide, Josef, was the highlight. He was so funny and engaging and made our tour absolutely amazing. He is the best! Make sure your tour is with him!!!
I can’t lie I was a bit iffy about going through the mountains and all of the wildlife experience. Joseph made the experience very exciting and engaging despite the weather conditions being unfriendly. He walked with confidence and educated us throughout the entire trip! He was 1000% a great tour guide and I would definitely recommend him joining your experience!
Tour guides were amazinggg, it was definitely worth the money for the all day experience
Although it was a very long adventure and we climb up a lot of hills Joseph made it fun and very enjoyable!!
It is very good for the price we paid; booking through the hotel was much more expensive. Prepare for the 530 steps to go down to the waterfall and then back up. We could not swim because the weather was bad and it was closed for swimming. The hike up the volcano is fine, but I must say it did not impress me much after visiting La Palma, Teide, or Lanzarote. A somewhat hostile path with a lot of humidity and heat. I do not recommend it for children. As for the hanging bridges, it was what I liked the most; the park is well maintained and the path is pleasant to walk. At the end, they took us to a river with hot springs that is very nice, although quite crowded. Our guides Alex and Sergio are great, a 10.
Sergio is an amazing guide, very knowledgeable and has a good eye for spotting wildlife ! Next time I visit Costa Rica I hope I have the opportunity to tour with him again 5 star
With only a few days at my disposal, this tour allowed me to check multiple things off the list in one adventure. Highly recommend and guides were fantastic!
Sergio was an incredible guide. He knew a lot about La Fortuna and all the animals. Highly recommend the hanging bridges to see the most wildlife.
Sergio is amazing- made the whole tour so much better. His knowledge humor and excitement made the day so fun!
