Activities and tours in Arenal

Half-day white-water rafting tour in Costa Rica
Take off on this family-friendly white-water river rafting tour, suitable for adults and kids aged 8-12. Begin with a detailed safety briefing, then dive into two-hour adventure down the Balsa River. There'll be a break halfway to relax on the riverbanks, with a refreshing swim and tasty tropical fruit snack. Then its back to the rapids – see if you can spot monkeys, sloths and toucans as you paddle along. Finally, you'll wrap the morning up with lunch at a traditional country estate.
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Costa Rica white-water rafting and ATV tour from La Fortuna
Get ready for a full-day adventure on this white-water rafting and ATV tour. You'll start with a safety briefing, before taking control of your ATV to zoom through the Costa Rican landscapes – you'll pass canyon walls and the Arenal Volcano, and wind through the tropical plantations here. After another training session, you'll raft down Rio Balsa, known for its thrilling rapids and the natural beauty of the surrounding rainforest. Finally, you'll tuck into a well-deserved Costa Rican lunch.
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White-water rafting and zipline experience from La Fortuna
Flash through the air at up to 43 miles per hour before you disappear into rainforest canopies on this adrenaline-pumping zipline tour. Zip down Arenal's seven extreme cables, the highest starting at a 54-foot tower where you'll want to snap those 360° views of the rainforest and volcano. Then feel the rush as you soar above La Fortuna Waterfall on a half-mile-long zipline. Continue your jungle adventure by water as you hit the rapids of the Balsa River for two hours of white-water rafting. Recharge and reflect on an exhilarating morning with a traditional Costa Rican lunch.
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White-water rafting and quad biking experience from La Fortuna
Roar through Arenal's rainforest trails together on your quad bike for two. After your safety brief it's full-throttle over the rugged terrain of the canyon walls, then zoom past tropical fields of bananas and papayas – all with the Arenal Volcano as your striking backdrop. The thrills continue as you head to the Balsa River for two hours of white-water rafting over medium grade rapids. Stop for a swim and the chance to spot the local wildlife before paddling on towards a hearty lunch.
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Sarapiqui River white-water rafting with picnic lunch, from La Fortuna
Twist and turn your way down the jungle-fringed Sarapiqui River for an adventure to satisfy nature lovers and adrenaline seekers alike. After a full safety briefing from your experienced guide, you'll launch your boat and tackle your first rapids together. Beginners are welcome on this route, taking on a range of easy to medium rapids. After around 90 minutes of rafting, you'll be ready for some dry clothes and a picnic lunch by the river, where you could spot toucans, sloths and howler monkeys.
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Rafting, horse riding and hot springs from La Fortuna
Start your nature-filled day by horse riding in the Arenal Volcano National Park. As you snap views of the volcano and sway through the rainforest, your local guide will point out wildlife like monkeys, sloths and tropical birds. Swap your saddle for paddles as you raft down the River Balsa and its medium-graded rapids. After two hours of rafting, including a swim stop, tuck into a traditional lunch at a rural estate. Then ease your muscles in the volcanic hot springs – a pampering tonic to a full-on day.
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Hanging Bridges and white-water rafting from La Fortuna
Experience the best of the rainforest on this action-packed tour. You'll kick things off with a guided hike across the Hanging Bridges, for a bird's-eye view and wildlife spotting. Then, switch gears and hit the rapids on the Balsa River, surrounded by stunning tropical scenery – you might even see some sloths along the way. After a quick break for fresh fruit by the river, dive back into the adventure before wrapping up the day with a delicious Costa Rican lunch.
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River safari and Latin dancing class with lunch from La Fortuna
During your two-hour gentle paddle down the Penas Blancas River, be on the lookout for the many birds, monkeys and lizards that call its banks home. As you scour the overhanging tree canopies from your raft, your expert guide will share top tips for spotting the stealthiest of creatures. From here you'll swap sloths for salsa and take to the dance floor to learn the basic steps to some Latin rhythms. Take five for a traditional local lunch and chat with your instructors to discover how dancing is woven into the culture of Costa Rica.
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Nocturnal river safari in Costa Rica
Stealthily floating down the Penas Blancas River by night, you'll be on the lookout for caimans who live in tangled tree roots and long-nosed bats streaking through the skies. Your local guide will share stories of the river's history, wildlife and people, taking you to a family-run farm along the way to try some Costa Rican coffee, cheese and plantains. Afterwards, you'll continue your nocturnal rafting safari downstream for more potential sightings of monkeys and birds – you might even see a Jesus Christ lizard running on water!
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Arenal Volcano National Park Hike with Boat Ride
One of Costa Rica's most famous natural attractions, Arenal Volcano National Park is not to be missed. On this tour you'll hike around Lake Arenal, enjoying impressive views of the surrounding mountains. Climb the 12-metre observatory platform for closer views of the volcano before finishing the walk and refuelling on fresh fruit. To end, there's a boat trip along the forested shores and islets where you'll discover exotic wildlife.
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Crystal clear waters and green rainforests teeming with wildlife are what you'll find on this hike to La Fortuna Waterfall. Along the trail, you're likely to encounter sloths, tucans, and much more. You can even take a refreshing dip in the natural pool or simply relax and soak in the natural atmosphere. End your tour with a tasty fruit break.
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Get a birdseye view of the Costa Rican rainforest on this Hanging Bridges Forest Reserve tour. As you walk along these suspended pathways you'll be able to effortlessly spot the local wildlife and flora such as birds, snakes, monkeys and much more. End your tour with a tasty snack and views of the Arenal Volcano.
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