Arenal Volcano Full-Day Adventure

From$185
14 hours
San Jose, Costa Rica

About this activity

Embark on a full-day adventure from San Jose to Arenal Volcano, featuring a guided hike, zip-lining, hot springs, and authentic Costa Rican meals.

Highlights

  • Explore Arenal Volcano National Park
  • Experience thrilling zip-lining adventure
  • Relax in rejuvenating natural hot springs
  • Enjoy authentic Costa Rican cuisine
  • Witness diverse wildlife in their natural habitat

Full description

Join us for an exhilarating full-day excursion from San Jose to the majestic Arenal Volcano. Your adventure begins with comfortable round-trip transportation to Arenal Volcano National Park, where you'll embark on a guided nature hike, traversing lush rainforests and observing diverse wildlife. After the hike, indulge in a delicious Costa Rican lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, soar through the rainforest canopy on a thrilling zip-lining adventure, offering panoramic views of the verdant landscape. As the day winds down, unwind in the soothing natural hot springs, a perfect way to relax after an action-packed day. The tour concludes with a delectable dinner, allowing you to savor authentic local flavors before returning to San Jose. This comprehensive experience offers a perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and cultural immersion, making it an unforgettable addition to your Costa Rican itinerary.

Included / Excluded

  • Round-trip transportation from San Jose
  • Guided nature hike in Arenal Volcano National Park
  • Lunch and dinner at local restaurants
  • Zip-lining adventure through the rainforest canopy
  • Visit to natural hot springs
  • Personal expenses and gratuities

Meeting point

Start Location

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Important information

Know before you book

  • This tour involves moderate physical activity, including hiking and zip-lining; participants should be in good health.
  • Meals are included; please inform the tour operator of any dietary restrictions in advance.
  • The tour operates in all weather conditions; dress appropriately for varying weather.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable hiking shoes and attire suitable for outdoor activities.
  • Bring swimwear for the hot springs and zip-lining adventure.
  • Don't forget essentials like sunscreen, insect repellent, and a camera to capture the stunning scenery.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Good to know

  • Minimum age to participate is 5 years
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • This tour includes man-made hot springs pools, filled with natural thermal water
  • The total tour duration includes the travel time, lunch and dinner
  • Drop off in the La Fortuna area hotels is available (dinner will not be included if choosing this option)
  • If you are bringing children on the tour (ages 5 to 12), you must inform us in advance so we can prepare the required safety equipment for them

Traveler reviews

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it’s good experience for me

An amazing tour! The waterfalls were beautiful, the views were breathtaking, and soaking in the hot springs was such a relaxing experience. Every meal was delicious, too! A wonderful day full of nature, relaxation, and unforgettable memories. Thank you for a fantastic experience! Highly recommended! ❤️

J1608FB_Oct 31, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Excellent tour

We joined the daily Arenal Volcano tour. Throughout the journey, our guide provided us with very valuable information on all sorts of topics and helped us spot interesting animals. He was very kind and attentive. The planning and timing of the tour were also excellent. I would definitely recommend it.

gokhannormannOct 21, 2026TRIPADVISOR

full day ride

The guide and driver were amazing! They tried to show the most out of it on our way up north. Shared many geographical knowledge and sightseeing of the nature wonders. Will recommend to tell people to bring snacks to eat on the ride as it is long. The indigenous part felt a bit off..

susielB2304SFOct 21, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Awesome trip!

Awesome trip. Was a total of about 15 hours from start to finish. Our guide, Marco, was very knowledgeable and freindly. The driver, Ronald, was great and safe. The stops were great and there was no one trying to sell anything additional. The zip line was super fun and the hot springs were bery relaxing. Highly recommend!

michaelr972Oct 21, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Fantastic Tour from Start to Finish!

We had an excellent experience on this tour! Our guide, Fernando, was absolutely fantastic. He was personable, kind, energetic, and incredibly knowledgeable. He made the entire experience enjoyable, and it was clear that our safety was always a top priority. Everything was well organized and ran smoothly from beginning to end. One thing worth mentioning is that this particular tour does not take you to the base of the volcano. However, you do get to enjoy beautiful views of it from a distance. The hot springs were a wonderful way to end the day, allowing us to unwind and enjoy the different naturally heated thermal pools. Overall, it was a fantastic experience, and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. We would definitely recommend this tour, especially with Fernando as your guide!

meghansV2190PXOct 20, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

May be operated by a multi-lingual guide Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required A minimum of 2 people per booking is required Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately This tour includes man-made hot springs pools, filled with natural thermal water Minimum age is 5 years Children must be accompanied by an adult Dress code is casual smart, comfortable walking shoes are recommended Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions Drop off in the Arenal-La Fortuna centrally located hotels is available. Please note that if you choose this option, dinner will not be included in your tour because it’s done in a restaurant on the way back to San Jose. Also, there is an extra charge for drop offs with luggage, but in the case of this tour it doesn’t apply because the cost of the dinner will cover for the drop off charge. If you wish to take this option, you must let us know at the time of booking.