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La Paz Waterfall

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Río Peñas Blancas

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Puntarenas Province tours

San José Province tours

Guanacaste tours

Limón Province tours

Isla Tortuga, Costa Rica tours

Cartago Province tours

Nearby sights

Manuel Antonio National ParkAttraction in Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica

Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological PreserveAttraction in Monteverde, Costa Rica

Playa FlamingoAttraction in Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Lake ArenalAttraction in Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Corcovado National ParkAttraction in Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Cahuita National ParkAttraction in Talamanca, Costa Rica

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San José: Arenal Volcano, Hot Springs, & Zip Lining w/ Meals

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Activity provider:Go Tours Costa Rica
San José: Arenal Volcano, Hot Springs, & Zip Lining w/ Meals
Likely to sell out
Top rated
4.7764425 out of 5 stars
4.8
4.7764425 out of 5 stars
416 reviews

Witness the natural beauty of Costa Rica on a sightseeing trip to Arenal. See the volcano and delight in zip lining, rappelling, indigenous culture, hot springs, and local food around La Fortuna.

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Duration 14 hours
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Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide
Spanish, English
Pickup included
Pickup is available from most of the hotels in the San José area. Your exact pickup time and location will be provided upon reconfirmation of your tour.

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Gerard – Ireland

Excellent value for money our guide Stephen was really good and helpful and our driver was fantastic! However it’s a long day but really worth it!

T
Terry – United States

I enjoyed everything about the trip from the numerous stops to the friendly and knowledgeable guides

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Itinerary

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    44 pickup location options:

    DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cariari San Jose - Costa Rica, STRAY CAT HOSTEL, Park Inn by Radisson San Jose, Costa Rica, Gran hotel Costa Rica Curio a Collection by Hilton, Hilton San José La Sabana - Sky Lobby, Hotel 1492, Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport, Rincón del Valle Hotel & Suites, Hotel Balmoral, Auténtico Hotel, Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana, Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen, Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu, Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela, Aurola Holiday Inn San José, Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica, Hotel Milán, InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel, Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas, Selina San José, Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose, Hotel Costa Rica Guesthouse, Studio Hotel, Suites Cristina Apart-Hotel`, Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Hotel Cultura Plaza, Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu, Casa 69 San José, Hotel Presidente - San Jose, Costa Rica, Hotel Barceló San José, Wyndham San José Herradura, Hotel La Amistad, Hotel Grano De Oro, Quality Hotel Real San Jose, Country Inn & Suites By Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica, Hotel Novo, Crowne Plaza San Jose Corobici Conf. Center, Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport, AC Hotel by Marriott Heredia Belen, Hyatt Centric San José Escazú, AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Escazu, Aloft San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica, KC Hotel San Jose, Irazú Hotel & Studios

  • Van

    (45 minutes)

  • Coffee plantation

    Visit (15 minutes)

  • Van

    (45 minutes)

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    La Paz Waterfall

    Photo stop (15 minutes)

  • Van

    (15 minutes)

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    Local restaurant

    Photo stop, Sightseeing, Local snacks, Coffee tasting (30 minutes)

  • Van

    (75 minutes)

  • View point

    Wildlife viewing (15 minutes)

  • Van

    (45 minutes)

  • Local restaurant

    Lunch (1 hour)

  • Van

    (15 minutes)

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    Go Adventure Arenal Park

    Arts & crafts market visit, Zipline (2 hours)

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    Paradise Hot Springs

    Swimming (2 hours)

  • Van

    (1.5 hours)

  • Local restaurant

    Dinner (1 hour)

  • Van

    (75 minutes)

  • 44 drop-off locations:

    Sheraton San Jose Hotel, Hotel Milán, KC Hotel San Jose, Hilton Garden Inn San Jose La Sabana, Rincón del Valle Hotel & Suites, Hilton Garden Inn Santa Ana San Jose, Casa 69 San José, Suites Cristina Apart-Hotel`, Gran hotel Costa Rica Curio a Collection by Hilton, Hotel Costa Rica Guesthouse, Aurola Holiday Inn San José, Hotel Presidente - San Jose, Costa Rica, Hotel Barceló San José, Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica, Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen, Hotel Balmoral, Hotel Novo, Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport, Hotel 1492, Country Inn & Suites By Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica, Hotel Grano De Oro, Studio Hotel, Selina San José, Hyatt Centric San José Escazú, Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu, Hotel Cultura Plaza, Quality Hotel Real San Jose, Auténtico Hotel, Aloft San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica, Irazú Hotel & Studios, Hotel La Amistad, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cariari San Jose - Costa Rica, Wyndham San José Herradura, Hilton San José La Sabana - Sky Lobby, Residence Inn by Marriott San Jose Escazu, Crowne Plaza San Jose Corobici Conf. Center, Park Inn by Radisson San Jose, Costa Rica, InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall, an IHG Hotel, Sleep Inn Hotel Paseo Las Damas, Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport, AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Escazu, Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela, AC Hotel by Marriott Heredia Belen, STRAY CAT HOSTEL

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For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Enjoy a scenic ride through volcanoes, plantations and jungles
  • Experience zip lining and rappelling in the rain forest
  • Observe wildlife, gorgeous waterfalls and an indigenous culture through a presentation
  • Relax in the Paradise Hot Springs at the base of Arenal Volcano

Full description

Tour the best locations in Costa Rica and learn about local life and culture from those who live there. Visit a coffee plantation, zip line, and soak in the hot springs at the base of the Arenal Volcano.
Take the scenic route to the Arenal Volcano and visit a coffee plantation along the way. Gain an insight into the world of Costa Rican coffee and taste one of the best coffees in the world.
Arrive at the "La Paz" and "San Fernando" waterfalls and admire the exotic tropical birds of Costa Rica, including many species of hummingbirds and rare emerald toucanets.
Take in the views at the San Fernando Waterfall observation point before heading to the "Iguana Bridge", where you will have the chance to spot iguanas, sloths, monkeys, and toucans.
Stop for an authentic Costa Rican lunch in a restaurant located in "La Fortuna." Then, prepare for a zip-lining adventure in the local rainforest jungles with 7 canopy cables and a 50 meter (150 feet) rappel on the Arenal River.
Learn about the culture while listening to a "Maleku" Indigenous tribe presentation from locals. Relax for a couple of hours in the Paradise Hot Springs at the base of Arenal Volcano, surrounded by tropical gardens followed by dinner.

Includes

  • Round-trip transportation from most of the hotels located in the San José area
  • Bilingual guide
  • Entrance fee for zip lining (including all equipment)
  • Entrance fee to the hot springs
  • Visit to La Paz Waterfall, San Fernando Waterfall, and iguanas & hummingbirds viewing points Lunch and dinner
  • Mini coffee tour with coffee degustation
  • Tips

Not suitable for

  • Pregnant women
  • People with back problems
  • Wheelchair users

Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Swimwear
  • Change of clothes
  • Towel
  • Sandals
  • Sunscreen
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Insect repellent
  • Rain gear

Know before you go

  • Drop off with luggage is available in the centrally located Arenal/La Fortuna area Hotels. Dinner will not be included if you choose this option since the restaurant is on the way back to San Jose. In this case, the cost for dinner will be substituted for the transportation with luggage to your Arenal/La Fortuna area hotel.
  • This tour includes man-made hot springs pools filled with natural thermal waters
  • The minimum age required to participate in the zip lining activity is 5 years
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From $185 per person

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Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 416 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Transportation
    4.7/5
  • Value for money
    4.7/5

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Gerard – IrelandJune 18, 2025 – Verified booking
Excellent value for money our guide Stephen was really good and helpful and our driver was fantastic! However it’s a long day but really worth it!
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Terry – United StatesJune 15, 2025 – Verified booking
I enjoyed everything about the trip from the numerous stops to the friendly and knowledgeable guides
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Edis – United KingdomMay 16, 2025 – Verified booking
Our tour guide Steven was friendly and informative. Victor our driver was friendly too. My husband and I had the tour just for us, it’s like a private tour. Great tour, definitely recommend it. Thank you

Response from provider

May 31, 2025

We appreciate your review about the Arenal Volcano, Hot Springs, & Zip Lining tour w/ Meals. It’s great to hear that you and your husband had such a personalized and enjoyable experience with Steven and Victor. Having the tour feel almost private reflects our dedication to providing a comfortable and attentive service for travelers exploring Costa Rica from San Jose!

Product ID: 120566

Activity provider:Go Tours Costa Rica
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