Things to do in Peñas Blancas

Join us for an unforgettable Night Jungle Walk on our private conservation property, encompassing 60,000 square meters of pristine rainforest habitat. Located a mere 10 kilometers from La Fortuna, near the majestic Arenal Volcano, this exclusive setting offers a safe and intimate environment to explore the wonders of the nocturnal rainforest. As dusk settles, the rainforest transforms into a vibrant nocturnal world, alive with sounds and movements unseen during daylight hours. Our 2-hour guided tour begins at either 6:00 p.m. or 8:00 p.m., accommodating your schedule for a convenient adventure. Led by our expert ICT-certified naturalist guides, you'll traverse moderate-difficulty trails designed to immerse you in the heart of the jungle's nighttime activity. Our commitment to small group sizes, with a maximum of 8 participants per guide, ensures personalized attention and enhances the quality of wildlife sightings. Throughout the walk, you'll have the opportunity to encounter a diverse array of nocturnal wildlife. While specific sightings can vary, participants often observe: Red-Eyed Tree Frogs: These iconic amphibians are known for their striking appearance and are a highlight of the tour. Two-Toed Sloths: Witness these gentle creatures as they navigate the treetops in their slow, deliberate manner. Snakes: Various species, some camouflaged among the foliage, reveal the rich biodiversity of the area. Other Nocturnal Animals: Depending on the night, you may also encounter anteaters, owls, bats, and bioluminescent insects, each contributing to the rainforest's dynamic nighttime ecosystem. Our guides are deeply knowledgeable about the flora and fauna of Costa Rica and are dedicated to providing an educational and engaging experience. They'll share insights into the behaviors, adaptations, and roles of these nocturnal creatures within the rainforest ecosystem. Safety and respect for wildlife are paramount. Our private property allows us to conduct tours with minimal disturbance to the animals, and our guides ensure that all interactions are conducted responsibly.

This Peñas Blancas safari float offers travelers an excellent opportunity to explore some of the best attractions in the Arenal area. Your adventure starts along the Peñas Blancas River where you’ll enjoy the tranquility of the lower section on an easy-going, nature-lovers safari float. Birds and other animals are most active in the morning and you’re pretty much guaranteed to spot a number of creatures while floating on our inflatable rafts. Experience a relaxing tour, led by one of our expert bilingual naturalist safari guides. He will provide a safe environment and point out the beautiful flora and fauna of this region including animals like sloths, monkeys, and toucans. We will make two stops on our journey, one to enjoy our fresh locally grown tropical fruits and again for a delicious, authentic Costa Rican organic lunch. You’ll also learn about the growing, harvesting, and production of chocolate, medicinal plants, fruits, and sugar cane. Finally, as you learn about sugar cane in Costa Rica your guide will help you extract juice from the cane in a traditional fashion, and you’ll get to enjoy a glass of pure sugar cane juice!

Dive into the heart of Costa Rica's vibrant wilderness with a thrilling kayaking tour down Peñas Blancas River (previous kayaking experience is required) and paddle the quiet waters of the Peñas Blancas river. Begin your adventure with a convenient hotel pickup in La Fortuna, heading to the tranquil town of La Perla. Whether solo or in pairs, sail at an easy pace, immersing yourself in the native flora and fauna while leaving the crowds behind for a few hours of peace surrounded by nature. Upon arrival in La Perla, receive a quick safety briefing before setting off on the river with certified instructors. Let the gentle current carry you through Peñas Blancas as your guide shares insights about the thriving wildlife inhabiting the forest, including howler and capuchin monkeys, birds, sloths, caimans, iguanas and much more. Stay energized with local beers and fresh fruit at the end of your paddle, taking breaks to capture memorable photos and spot shy animals in the trees. This is more than a rafting excursion; it's a serene exploration of Costa Rica's natural wonders. NOTE: Please keep in mind that for security reasons if the weather, level of the water and currents are not adequate, trip will be done on a raft as the guide can control.

Dive into the heart of Costa Rica's vibrant wilderness with a thrilling raft tour down Peñas Blancas River. Begin your adventure with a convenient hotel pickup in La Fortuna, heading to the tranquil town of La Perla. Whether solo or in pairs, sail at an easy pace, immersing yourself in the native flora and fauna while leaving the crowds behind for a few hours of peace surrounded by nature. Upon arrival in La Perla, receive a quick safety briefing before setting off on the river with certified instructors. Let the gentle current carry you through Peñas Blancas as your guide shares insights about the thriving wildlife inhabiting the forest, including howler and capuchin monkeys, birds, sloths, caimans, iguanas and much more. Stay energized with local beers and fresh fruit at the end of your paddle, taking breaks to capture memorable photos and spot shy animals in the trees. This is more than a rafting excursion; it's a serene exploration of Costa Rica's natural wonders.

Embark on a relaxing float trip on the Río Peñas Blancas, where you’re bound to spot tropical birds such as Oropenolas, Tucans, Kingfishers, as well as, monkeys, poison dart frogs, caimans, and more. This exuberant river is only 30 minutes from La Fortuna and teaming with wildlife. Travel on this informative boat tour near the Arenal Volcano with your naturalist guide to the entrance of the river and board an inflatable raft along the banks of the Peñas Blancas river. Your guide will do all the work and paddle along this easy-going river, pointing out the Costa Rican wildlife along the way. Bring your camera and binoculars – you won’t want to miss out. Just enjoy the ride. Finish up your Safari Float with a fresh, tropical fruit break and return to your hotel. This half-day Safari Float tour near the Arenal Volcano is ideal for children, birders and anyone interested in Costa Rican birds and wildlife.

Your tour will begin our 20-minute drive towards the river at 8 a.m. Upon your arrival, your guides will welcome you with the gear and safety instructions necessary to ensure an exceptional day on the tranquil waters of the Peñas Blancas river, where we will leisurely float on safe and stable rafts. You will enjoy this relaxing half-day tour with bilingual naturalist guides who are river safari experts. During the adventure, we will have the opportunity to observe some of the fabulous flora and fauna of the region. You can spot a variety of animals like sloths, monkey, caiman, turtles, and exceptional tropical birds that will cross our path. You will enjoy a delicious snack of fresh fruit on the river bank before returning to the transportation to head back to your hotel. No experience necessary for this adventure, our qualified guides will provide you with all of the basic instructions and complete confidence to enjoy the activity to the fullest.

Enjoy a relaxing float down the Peñas Blancas River and get the opportunity to admire the abundant wildlife of the region from a unique perspective. After getting picked up from your hotel, head to the river where you will float for approximately 2 hours. Admire the rainforest canopy teeming with monkeys or take a closer look at the tropical birds with your binoculars while you float in this oar boat. Your expert naturalist will paddle while you relax like the iguanas sunning themselves nearby.  After your float, head to a local working farm and enjoy some delicious snacks and world-renowned coffee freshly prepared by the farmer's wife before heading to La Fortuna waterfall. At the waterfall, spend some time cooling off in the crystal-clear waters before lunch is served. Help yourself to a traditional Casado, made up of rice, beans, salad, mashed potatoes, tortillas, fried plantain, and your choice of fish, chicken, pork, beef or vegetables, all washed down with freshly-squeezed fruit juice. Get dropped off back at your hotel at the end of the day. **Its important to know that we require at least 2 adults per kid as we require 1 adult to paddle and the other one to take care the kid. If there is 1 adult per kid we will charge a extra fee to get an extra person to paddle with us for this tour**