Around Arenal

This activity will take you to know the wonderful nocturnal secrets of the tropical rainforest accompanied by a Naturalist Guide. We will visit the trails of one of the best areas of La Fortuna to observe the local flora and fauna at the foot of the Arenal Volcano, Senderos and Mirador El Silencio. We will enter the forest in search of the hourglass frog, the Blue Jeans frog, the largest frog in the country, the “Chicken Eater Frog” and the most beautiful in Costa Rica, the red-eyed tree frog. Also in this place it is possible to observe some species of leaf insects, stick insects, snakes, such as the eyelash viper, snails, Velveteens, the Stone Hand Viper and coral snakes, some mammals such as sloths, opossums and anteaters.

This is one of the most beautiful environmental projects in Costa Rica, Arenal Hanging Bridges is a combination of trails and hanging bridges situated near Volcano Arenal. This nature preserve shelters a great variety of flora and fauna including many native and migratory birds. These 3.1 kilometers of trails include views of Arenal Volcano, crossing of 14 bridges (6 are hanging bridges), and an opportunity to appreciate the great diversity that is typical of the rain-forest. With our local experts guides we will try to find animals around the paths and explain about their environment.

All the route is made on a private cattle farm on the slopes of the Volcano passing through pristine creeks along lush primary forest and pasture land where is posible observe herds of sheep, horses and cattle.! The tour takes average 2:30 hours and goes from the lowest to the highest part of the property to a point of view very close to the Volcano Where is posible observe the whole volcano building from base to the top and make wonderful pictures.! When the whether calls, we serve a cold drink made with our organic fruits, banana, pineapple, papaya or lime.!

Experience Arenal´s only wild frogs sanctuary at night, when colorful tree frogs and other rainforest wildlife are most active and most easily observed.

We are right in town, next to the sloth watching trail our tour has a lot of advantages, it is near town easy to find so you don't spend much of time getting there, the canopy tour was build with many recycled materials and the view of the volcano on clear days is amazing, it is perfect for families with kids. You will live the experience of the zipline without being scared of the heights so that makes it perfect for beginners as well. Important as well that it will take only a couple of hours of your time and on clear days you can see the volcano while flying over tree tops team of experts will take care of you the entire time and will offer their expertise to you.

This activity will take you to know the wonderful nocturnal secrets of the tropical rainforest accompanied by a Naturalist Guide. We will visit the trails of one of the best areas of La Fortuna to observe the local flora and fauna at the foot of the Arenal Volcano, Senderos and Mirador El Silencio. We will enter the forest in search of the hourglass tree frog, the Blue Jeans poison dart frog, the largest frog in the country, the “Smoky Jungle Frog” and the most beautiful in Costa Rica, the red-eyed tree frog. Also in this place it is possible to observe some species of leaf insects, stick insects, snakes, such as the eyelash viper, Snail eater, Fer-de-lance, the jumping Viper and coral snakes, some mammals such as sloths, opossums and anteaters.

The best and safer mountain biking trails, at the base of the Arenal Volcano, 8 miles around the Arenal Lake.

This tour includes one hour boat ride On Lake Arenal Up to seven people Transportation NOT included You must take a taxi or Uber or we can help you with Transportation. This is only a one-hour Boat Trip next to the Arenal Volcano on the lake This includes the boat captain and he will show you a couple of things along the ride.It's one of the best ways to see the lake and specially the volcano

Enjoy a great time kayaking on Lake Arenal and give yourself the chance to see breathtaking views of Arenal Volcano.  Anhingas, flycatchers, kingfishers and the howler monkeys calling in the distance are waiting for you!

Discovering the wonderful secrets hidden in this forest means finding a wildlife sanctuary; the high density of biodiversity makes this trails a unique place for observing species spotted along the way. When going on the self-guided tour, pay special attention to the different layers of the rainforest, from the treetops, the understory and the forest floor; this way you will be able to appreciate many of the species housed by this spectacular biological corridor.

Eco Garden Arenal where we can appreciate a variety of plants, birds, frogs, turtles, alligators, becoming a pleasant and very entertaining tour. This is a personalized tour.

Guided horseback tour through private farms, surrounded by dense jungle, primary, and secondary rain forest to the Canyon of the Arenal Volcano river. Horses are well trained, cared for and happy to take you along for the ride, guides have years of experience and filled with wisdom passed down through generations of Costa Rican culture. Professional Guides will train you to be your own expert so that you can fully appreciate the Costa Rica’s Bio Diversity for the rest of your travels throughout this beautiful country. Discovering the Costa Rican landscapes by horseback riding is great fun for the whole family, the tour does not require much effort and allows you to reach locations in the basin of the Arenal Volcano un-accessible by other means of transportation. Getting up close and personal to the Arenal Volcano, while learning of its eruptive history on horseback, is a natural adventure for people of all ages, and will leave the whole family in awe of Costa Rica.

This Guided Experience shows you the stunning view of the Arenal Volcano, all the most calm and peaceful bays of the lake. This tour is perfect for nature, water sports and birdwatching lovers, also is a perfect tour for families. Will enjoy of the most beautiful wildlife around the Arenal Volcano National Park, Arenal Jet Ski tour is the most innovative experience on the lake, you will be connected with the purest rainforest.

Wonderful experience at Lake Arenal with unbeatable views of the Arenal Volcano and its lush green surroundings. You will explore various areas of the lake in search of exotic wildlife such as monkeys and beautifully colored tropical birds. To further enjoy the serenity, you will stop at a small island where we will serve you some of Costa Rica's fresh tropical fruits. Do not return home without living this experience. Indispensable practice friendly to the environment: BRING YOUR OWN WATER BOTTLE.

We travel to our private farm where you will start a 100% off-road ride through the tropical rainforest. Crazy turns, jumps and lots of adrenaline running through paths in front of the majestic Arenal Volcano and enjoying the abundant wildlife of the area. BEST SCENERY IN THE AREA IS GUARANTEED!

This paddling experience provides a full body workout as you travel the uneven coasts of the lake, bays, and peninsulas

We begin the tour by heading to the El Silencio Private Reserve, to get as close to the base of the volcano as possible by vehicle. Next, we will walk approximately 1.5 kilometer along a volcanic stone path with a moderate degree of difficulty, until we reach the viewpoint, the closest point to volcano permitted to access. At the viewpoint, our guide will provide relevant information on the formation of the Arenal Volcano, its periods of activity, as well as unpublished details of its first eruption in 1968. You can also enjoy the excellent views of the Green Lagoon and Lake Arenal. On the guide’s indication, we will begin our descent back.

La Fortuna area is a privileged location to spot birds, not only in Costa Rica but in the Americas. Due to its topography, surrounded by mountains, rivers, lakes and different kinds of forests in such a small area, turn La Fortuna and Arenal Volcano in a paradise for those who love birds. Birds are more active early in the morning and in the late afternoon, as the day cools into evening. Join us for a guided walk into our Park for an amazing display of tropical birds. You will have the opportunity to see toucans, parrots, oropendolas, wild turkeys, colorful tanagers, parakeets and many more species in their natural environment. For the more experienced birdwatcher, we can focus on those special treasures and uncommon species. We will tailor the tour for you. We will wrap up the tour by listing and discussing the birds we have seen.

Our Mountain bike trip takes you along the base of the Arenal volcano, and beautiful Lake Arenal, Offering the perfect combination to pedal in unique environments, resulting in an extraordinary adventure. Explore and discover Costa Rica by water and land enjoying the unique experience of mountain biking through the lush forest surrounding the lake at the base of the volcano, and gliding across the mystic waters of the Arenal lake all while reveling in the extraordinary beauty of the Arenal Volcano. You will set out on your kayak for about 2 hours exploring the lake shore and it islands in quest for local birds such as; Ospreys, Kingfishers, Neotropical Cormorants, Aningas and mammals such as; howler monkeys, spider monkeys, white-nosed coatis or sloths. Once you are finished kayaking you will relax lakeside and enjoy a light picnic before setting out on your mountain biking adventure through natural paths, traditional Costa Rican neighborhoods and small rivers

Tico Paradise Shared Shuttle means that you will be traveling with more people in the same vehicle with a specific departure time. If you are thinking to travel alone in Costa Rica or you prefer to save money, then this option will be very helpful, because you can transport yourself between the most popular destinations in Costa Rica just in a couple hours an incredible price. This type of transport has the characteristic of being cheaper than private transport because the price is given per person, and includes only a stop on the way for 10 minutes.