Arenal Nature Things to Do

Set near the Nicaraguan border in a marshy, jungle-like area, the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge is one of the most difficult places to independently visit in Costa Rica. It is set in a remote area of the country and is often submerged in water from flooded rivers. Although this isn't necessarily a destination you visit on the spur of the moment, getting here is well worth the effort. Visitors of Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge are richly rewarded by the areas plants and animals, who thrive in the region — noticeably absent from the usual human interference which encroaches upon such areas.

Arenal Nature Things to Do
Arenal Nature Things to Do
Arenal Nature Things to Do

Leave this rugged driving to experienced professionals and book transportation.

Choose comfortable accommodations, and go back to a hot bath or shower after your day of adventure.

...Better yet, go for a soak in nature's bath tub at a hot spring.

Arenal 4-in-1 Combo Tour

For ambitious travelers, this Arenal 4-in-1 tour is big on adventure. Go on a safari float, visit La Fortuna Waterfall and Arenal Volcano end your day in a hot spring.

Safari Float & Tortilla Making

This Safari Float Tortilla Making Tour is all about authentic Costa Rica See the animals of the Peas Blancas River, and cook in the home of Doa Maras

Sky Tram & Sky Trek Costa Rica Tour

Sky Tram Sky Trek in the Arenal Volcano region of Costa Rica consist of a chairlift Canopy Tour facing the spectacular active volcano and Zip Lines over the Rainforest.

Arenal Canopy

Youve never experienced the forest like this Zip line through Costa Ricas jungles at top speeds on these exciting Arenal canopy tours Beginners welcome

Arenal Volcano Hike

Make your Costa Rican vacation complete when you go on an Arenal Volcano hikeone of the nations most popular tours Enjoy nature see amazing wildlife

Baldi Hot Springs

A friendly and affordable Costa Rica Hot Springs in a safer location than the more expensive Tabacon Hot Springs in Arenal Costa Rica

Balsa River Rafting

Go on a wet and wild adventure as you navigate class 2 and 3 whitewater rapids on this Costa Rica Balsa River rafting tour

Balsa River Half Day Whitewater Rafting

This adventurous tour will have you rafting over the class 2 and 3 whitewater rapids of Costa Ricas Balsa River Bonus Youll see some amazing wildlife

Bird Watching in the Rainforest

You have to be an early bird if you want to see the early birds Rise and shine for this 500 am Costa Rica birdwatching tour, and be rewarded by nature

Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge Costa Rica

Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge, near the border of Nicaragua, is one of the hardest places in Costa Rica to get to independently, but worth joining a day tour for a visit

Club Rio Multi Adventure

The Club Rio multi-adventure tour will have you exploring the best of Costa Rica when you hike, swim, enjoy lunch, and choose 2 of 5 exciting Arenal activities

Don Tobias Horseback Ride To The Volcano

The Don Tobias horse tour is an adventurous horseback ride through forests and fields with stunning views of the Arenal Volcano

Transport Central Pacific Beaches & Crocodile Tour

The Eco Terra Shuttle and Crocodiles Tour starts you off with a scenic view of Costa Ricas landscapes, then takes you on a safari float of the Tarcoles River

Ecocentro Danaus Night Tour

Did you know that 60 of Costa Ricas wildlife is most active at night The Ecocentro Danaus Night Tour will let you greet the countrys nocturnal creatures

Ecocentro Danaus

Costa Ricas Ecocentro Danaus allows you to experience nature at your own pace when you take a self-guided tour and see plants and animals too numerous to name

El Silencio Mirador Trails & Hot Springs - Arenal

Enjoy all that nature has to offer on Arenal, Costa Ricas El Silencio Mirador Trails Hot Spring Tour Explore the forest and end your day with a warm soak

History Walk Arenal Volcano

Get the best view possible of Costa Ricas famed Arenal Volcano when you get up close on this guide led 3 hour history walk of Arenal Volcano

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From $58 USD / 5
Horseback riding through Mistico Park

The Mistico Park Horseback Riding Tour lets you experience an Arenal Volcano trail thats only accessible by horse This tour is led by naturalist guides

Kayaking Lake Arenal

Stunning views, island hopping, and wildlife observationthese are just a few of the things awaiting you on Costa Ricas Lake Arenal Kayaking Tour

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From $70.00 USD / 5
La Fortuna Waterfall Maleku Horseback Ride

The horseback ride to La Fortuna Waterfall is an exciting way to explore Costa Rica Youll visit the Maleku Reserve and learn about indigenous culture

La Fortuna Waterfall

Enjoy adventure and views when you take this tour of Costa Ricas La Forutna Waterfall Go for a cool dip after your hike, or enjoy sketching and taking photos

The Lost Hill Trek

The Lost Hill Trek takes you through Costa Ricas Tilarn Mountain Range along the way, youll enjoy hot springs, rivers, and waterfalls

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From $198 USD / 5
Mistico Hanging Bridges

Over 700 species of plants, 350 plus species of birds, 6 hanging bridges, 1 amazing adventurethis is Costa Ricas Mistico Park Hanging Bridges tour

Peñas Blancas Safari Float

See monkeys, caimans, sloths, birds, and more when you make your way down Costa Ricas Peas Blancas River on this Peas Blancas Safari Float

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From $60.00 USD / 5
Pure Trek Canyoning

Take a 4x4 ride through the wilderness, and rappel from a series of waterfall canyons top height 60 m195 ft on this Costa Rican Pure Trek Canyoning Tour

Pure Trek & Chocolate Tour

Adventure and chocolatewhats not to like The Pure Trek Chocolate Tour has you rappelling down waterfalls one minute and learning about cacao the next Wow

The Rio Celeste And Tenorio Volcano Hike

Spend a full-day exploring Costa Ricas Tenorio Volcano National Park, and enjoy the beauty of the incomparably blue Ro Celestea natural chemical reaction

Rio Celeste Volcano Hike - Tenorio Costa Rica
From $60.00 USD / 5
Sarapiqui River Rafting

Expert guides will help you navigate class 3 and 4 rapids on this Costa Rica Sarapiqui River Rafting tour which includes an authentic Costa Rican lunch

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From $80.00 USD / 5
Sky Limit

Love the idea of spending the day in the sky Costa Ricas Sky Limit Tour is for you It includes the Sky Tram, zip lines, tightrope walk, and rappelling

Sky Tram

Explore Arenals ecosystem from a unique vantage point on this Costa Rican Sky Tram air gondola through the forest Visit animals in their home

Sky Trek

Whats a Sky Trek One of the most memorable tours you can take of Costa Ricas jungle, when you zip line across the canopy and canyons Beginners welcome

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From $81 USD / 5
Sky Walk

See a level of the forest usually restricted to animals and researchers when you go on this Sky Walk suspension bridge tour of Costa Ricas jungle canopy

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From $26 USD / 5
Sloth Tour

This fun tour lets you see one of Costa Rica's most popular animals, sloths. You'll see insects and frogs too. Bring your camera and binoculars

Zip line & Rafting Adventure

Soar through the forest canopy and get splashed by class 2 and 3 Balsa River whitewater rapids on this Costa Rica Zip Line Rafting Adventure Tour

Arenal Oasis Frog Watching Night Tour

Costa Rica has amazing amphibians, but some only come out after dark Meet frogs and other nocturnal animals on an Arenal Oasis Frog Watching Night Tour

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