Looking for the most essential things to do in La Fortuna? A visit to the Arenal Volcano National Park should top your list. And what a better way to explore one of Costa Rica's 7 Natural Wonders than with a local Naturalist guide? This is one of the best Arenal Volcano Tours in La Fortuna! As a bonus, after hiking around the volcano, we highly recommend adding on a visit to one of Costa Rica's most popular Arenal Hot Springs Resorts.
Best guides, best hot springs, and best volcano hike; can you think of a better vacation experience? We invite you to join the best guides in Costa Rica on our Arenal Volcano Hike + Hot Springs tour in La Fortuna.
Arenal Volcano National Park
Aside from being one of the natural wonders in Costa Rica, the Arenal Volcano National Park is actually ranked one of the Top 10 National Parks in the world according to Trip Advisor. I mean you cannot miss the breathtaking 1633 meter ( 5,357 ft) high volcano as you enter La Fortuna. It is in nearly every Costa Rica vacation photo album. So needless to say, any Costa Rica vacation itinerary should include a visit to the Arenal Volcano National Park. Spanning over 12,00 hectares (nearly 30,000 acres), there is no shortage of hiking trails to explore inside the park. And our guides will take you on the best routes while sharing the fascinating history of the Arenal Volcano and the surrounding region.
Guided Arenal Volcano Hike
With so much area to explore, you really do not want to visit Arenal Volcano National Park without an expert naturalist guide. Our guides are not only knowledgeable, but passionate about sharing the importance of the Arenal region with visitors. Sure, you can pay the park entrance and explore the Arenal hiking trails on your own, but what do you know? A guide will not only explain the history, but also be your lookout for spotting wildlife, and explaining the importance of the flora and fauna all the way down to the leaf cutter ants crossing your path.
Arenal Hot Springs
This part of the tour is optional since we know so many of you are staying at one of the local hot springs resorts. But even if you are staying at one, it certainly does not hurt to visit another one of Costa Rica's famous hot springs resorts. They are all so unique. And after a couple of hours hiking, can you think of a better place to be? Soaking in the natural hot springs that the volcano you just visited and learned about created? Each tab below has a little mini description of each of the hot springs in Arenal. Not sure which one works for you? Check out or more extensive blog on the most popular hot springs in Arenal.
So what are you waiting for? Come take a walk on the wild side to experience first-hand the youngest and most active volcano in Costa Rica! Book your Arenal Volcano Hike +Hot Springs tour and get the best deal with The Real Deal Tours today!
Arenal Volcano Hike + Hot Springs (Optional) Includes:
Departures: Departs daily at 8:00am. Hotel pick-ups begin up to one hour prior to departure depending your hotel location. Exact meeting instructions will be provided on your confirmation voucher.
Length: Approximately 3 hours.
Arenal Volcano Hike + Hot Springs (Optional) Recommendations:
Children: All ages are welcome! Children 0 to 3 are free! Kids ages 4 to 11 pay a discounted rate.
Restrictions: The Volcan Arenal National Park has trails suitable for most activity levels. You must be able to walk on uneven terrain at an incline, but this trail is considered light to moderate. If you have any physical limitations, please contact us prior to booking so we can ensure we can accommodate you.
Insider Tip: The Arenal Volcano is at its most glorious in the mornings. The lighting is perfect for some of the most amazing photo ops of the Volcano. There is also a lot of activity amongst the wildlife in the mornings. So, if you are most interested in wildlife viewing aside from the volcano, choose the morning tour to the Arenal Volcano National Park. If you prefer to sleep in a bit, choose the afternoon tour to the 1968 Arenal Lava Fields.
About Your Online Reservation: Booking online does not guarantee that spaces are available and your reservation is confirmed. Our reservation offices are open from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm CST daily and we do our best to confirm your reservation and send your confirmed voucher with meeting instructions within 24 hours. If you are booking a tour in less than 24 hours in advance, we recommend you contact us to check availability for you.
Retail: $78.00
Real Deal: $69.00
Retail: $39.00
Real Deal: $32.00
Tabacon Hot Springs is truly a luxurious, world-renowned resort. This natural hot spring resort features a hot river that flows through a series of pools and tributaries. From cascading falls to tropical gardens, Tabacon has a very special location, well deserving of its popularity. If you are visiting Costa Rica only once, Tabacon Hot Springs resort is guaranteed to provide you with the most memorable experience you will cherish forever.
Arenal Volcano Hike + Hot Springs (Optional) Includes:
Departures: Departs daily at 8:00am. Hotel pick-ups begin up to one hour prior to departure depending your hotel location. Exact meeting instructions will be provided on your confirmation voucher.
Length: Approximately 6 hours.
Arenal Volcano Hike + Hot Springs (Optional) Recommendations:
Children: Ages 5 and up are permitted to ride on the back of their parents. Minimum age to operate the ATV is 16 years old with driver’s license.
Restrictions: No prior ATV riding experience is necessary. Our La Fortuna ATV tour guides will show you the basics and get you comfortable before we hit the trails. Most ATV rentals in Costa Rica require a valid driver’s license as most Costa Rica ATV tour routes require some highway driving. People with back and neck injuries should not participate and all guests will be asked to sign a waiver prior to departure.
Insider Tip: If you are short on time, this Costa Rica ATV tour in La Fortuna packs a lot of punch into just a couple of hours. We also love this tour for families as it mixes just the right amount of riding time with a bit of nature and wildlife viewing, then a very unique cultural experience with the indigenous Maleku tribe in Costa Rica. A Costa Rica vacation experience the whole family will remember for years to come. And maybe take home some important lessons from the Maleku too!!
About Your Online Reservation: Booking online does not guarantee that spaces are available and your reservation is confirmed. Our reservation offices are open from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm CST daily and we do our best to confirm your reservation and send your confirmed voucher with meeting instructions within 24 hours. If you are booking a tour in less than 24 hours in advance, we recommend you contact us to check availability for you.
Retail: $193.00
Real Deal: $165.00
Retail: $97.00
Real Deal: $78.00
With 25 different hot spring pools, a swim up bar, and family and private adult pools, it is no wonder the Baldi hot springs are among the most popular springs in Arenal. At Baldi Hot Springs Hotel Resort & Spa you can expect excellent service. Dip in the pools of varying temperatures while you sit back in wonder in colorful gardens. The therapeutic waters and pure air combine to make your stay a memorable one. Baldi Hot Springs are perfect for the whole family.
Arenal Volcano National Park Hike + Baldi Hot Springs Includes:
Departures: Departs daily at 8:00am. Hotel pick-ups begin up to one hour prior to departure depending your hotel location. Exact meeting instructions will be provided on your confirmation voucher.
Length: Approximately 6 hours.
Arenal Volcano National Park Hike + Baldi Hot Springs Recommendations:
Children: All ages are welcome! Children 0 to 3 are free! Kids ages 4 to 11 pay a discounted rate.
Restrictions: The Volcan Arenal National Park has trails suitable for most activity levels. You must be able to walk on uneven terrain at an incline, but this trail is considered light to moderate. If you have any physical limitations, please contact us prior to booking so we can ensure we can accommodate you.
Insider Tip: The Arenal Volcano is at its most glorious in the mornings. The lighting is perfect for some of the most amazing photo ops of the Volcano. There is also a lot of activity amongst the wildlife in the mornings. So if you are most interested in wildlife viewing aside from the volcano, choose the morning tour to the Arenal Volcano National Park. If you prefer to sleep in a bit, choose the afternoon tour to the 1968 Arenal Lava Fields.
About Your Online Reservation: Booking online does not guarantee that spaces are available and your reservation is confirmed. Our reservation offices are open from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm CST daily and we do our best to confirm your reservation and send your confirmed voucher with meeting instructions within 24 hours. If you are booking a tour in less than 24 hours in advance, we recommend you contact us to check availability for you.
Retail: $127.00
Real Deal: $109.00
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Real Deal: $55.00
Retail: $139.00
Real Deal: $122.00
Retail: $70.00
Real Deal: $59.00
Geared towards the privacy of its guests, Eco Termales is the smallest of the Arenal hot springs we visit. Eco Termales does not accept more than 100 visitors at once. It has 6 pools varying in temperature from 91°F to 105°F carved into hidden coves. Eco Termales hot springs is a great choice for nature lovers looking for truly relax in a very peaceful setting.
Arenal Volcano National Park Hike + Eco Termales Hot Springs Includes:
Departures: Departs daily at 8:00 am. Hotel pick-ups begin up to one hour prior to departure depending your hotel location. Exact meeting instructions will be provided on your confirmation voucher.
Length: Approximately 6 hours.
Arenal Volcano National Park Hike + Eco Termales Hot Springs Recommendations:
Children: All ages are welcome! Children 0 to 3 are free! Kids ages 4 to 11 pay a discounted rate.
Restrictions: The Volcan Arenal National Park has trails suitable for most activity levels. You must be able to walk on uneven terrain at an incline, but this trail is considered light to moderate. If you have any physical limitations, please contact us prior to booking so we can ensure we can accommodate you.
Insider Tip: The Arenal Volcano is at its most glorious in the mornings. The lighting is perfect for some of the most amazing photo ops of the Volcano. There is also a lot of activity amongst the wildlife in the mornings. So if you are most interested in wildlife viewing aside from the volcano, choose the morning tour to the Arenal Volcano National Park. If you prefer to sleep in a bit, choose the afternoon tour to the 1968 Arenal Lava Fields.
About Your Online Reservation: Booking online does not guarantee that spaces are available and your reservation is confirmed. Our reservation offices are open from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm CST daily and we do our best to confirm your reservation and send your confirmed voucher with meeting instructions within 24 hours. If you are booking a tour in less than 24 hours in advance, we recommend you contact us to check availability for you.
Retail: $143.00
Real Deal: $130.00
Retail: $72.00
Real Deal: $65.00
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Real Deal: $161.00
Retail: $90.00
Real Deal: $78.00
Paradise Hot Springs definitely lives up to its name. Lush vegetation, beautiful landscaping, lounging chairs and even the option to add cocktails or a bottle of wine make this hot spring a top choice for couples or friends celebrating special occasions. Paradise Hot Springs has 6 pools ranging from 90 all the way up to 153 degrees. Now that is one hot spring!
Arenal Volcano National Park Hike + Paradise Hot Springs Includes:
Departures: Departs daily at 8:00am. Hotel pick-ups begin up to one hour prior to departure depending your hotel location. Exact meeting instructions will be provided on your confirmation voucher.
Length: Approximately 6 hours.
Arenal Volcano National Park Hike + Paradise Hot Springs Recommendations:
Children: All ages are welcome! Children 0 to 3 are free! Kids ages 4 to 11 pay a discounted rate.
Restrictions: The Volcan Arenal National Park has trails suitable for most activity levels. You must be able to walk on uneven terrain at an incline, but this trail is considered light to moderate. If you have any physical limitations, please contact us prior to booking so we can ensure we can accommodate you.
Insider Tip: The Arenal Volcano is at its most glorious in the mornings. The lighting is perfect for some of the most amazing photo ops of the Volcano. There is also a lot of activity amongst the wildlife in the mornings. So, if you are most interested in wildlife viewing aside from the volcano, choose the morning tour to the Arenal Volcano National Park. If you prefer to sleep in a bit, choose the afternoon tour to the 1968 Arenal Lava Fields
About Your Online Reservation: Booking online does not guarantee that spaces are available and your reservation is confirmed. Our reservation offices are open from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm CST daily and we do our best to confirm your reservation and send your confirmed voucher with meeting instructions within 24 hours. If you are booking a tour in less than 24 hours in advance, we recommend you contact us to check availability for you.
Retail: $107.00
Real Deal: $95.00
Retail: $54.00
Real Deal: $48.00
Retail: $128.00
Real Deal: $115.00
Retail: $64.00
Real Deal: $55.00
If The Springs looks beautiful enough to film a television show, that’s because it most certainly is! With its perfectly manicured grounds and stunning water features, it was an obvious choice for filming a season of The Bachelor. It's a favorite vacation spot for some of Hollywood elite too! The Springs pool environments vary from cascading waterfalls to tranquil rainforest and pool temperatures range from 83 to 104 degrees Fahrenheit. With the Arenal Volcano as the backdrop, there is the perfect hot spring pool for everyone.
Arenal Volcano National Park Hike + The Springs Resort Includes:
Departures: Departs daily at 8:00am. Hotel pick-ups begin up to one hour prior to departure depending your hotel location. Exact meeting instructions will be provided on your confirmation voucher.
Length: Approximately 6 hours.
Arenal Volcano National Park Hike + The Springs Resort Recommendations:
Children: All ages are welcome! Children 0 to 3 are free! Kids ages 4 to 11 pay a discounted rate.
Restrictions: The Volcan Arenal National Park has trails suitable for most activity levels. You must be able to walk on uneven terrain at an incline, but this trail is considered light to moderate. If you have any physical limitations, please contact us prior to booking so we can ensure we can accommodate you.
Insider Tip: The Arenal Volcano is at its most glorious in the mornings. The lighting is perfect for some of the most amazing photo ops of the Volcano. There is also a lot of activity amongst the wildlife in the mornings. So, if you are most interested in wildlife viewing aside from the volcano, choose the morning tour to the Arenal Volcano National Park. If you prefer to sleep in a bit, choose the afternoon tour to the 1968 Arenal Lava Fields.
About Your Online Reservation: Booking online does not guarantee that spaces are available and your reservation is confirmed. Our reservation offices are open from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm CST daily and we do our best to confirm your reservation and send your confirmed voucher with meeting instructions within 24 hours. If you are booking a tour in less than 24 hours in advance, we recommend you contact us to check availability for you.
Retail: $246.00
Real Deal: $212.00
Retail: $172.00
Real Deal: $140.00
