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    AdventureΒ·La Fortuna, Arenal

    πŸŒ‹ La Fortuna – Classic Combo Experience β€” Group Tour

    Small Group Β· shared departure Β· max 10 travelers, min 2 adults Β· per-person rate.

    • Full day (~10 hours)
    • La Fortuna, Arenal
    • Private Tour or Group Tour

    Small group

    From $300USD Β· all fees included

    Private $370 per personSmall group $300 per person

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    Your card is authorized only, not charged until confirmed. Availability is checked live. VIVO captures the payment after finalizing the operational details.

    Rainforest canopy at Mistico Hanging Bridges Park, La FortunaCosta Rica nature tour photoArenal Volcano cone seen from the 1968 trail viewpoint

    1 of 3The experience

    • A scope on every tourYour guide puts the animal in the scope and helps you photograph it with your phone
    • On-time pickupWe confirm your pickup time and place before the tour
    • Answers every dayWhatsApp 8:00–20:00
    • Truly wildRespectful distance; sightings are never guaranteed
    • Fast, real replies
    • Free trip planning
    • Organization & bookings
    • Spaces held for you
    • Private & small groups
    • Large groups & universities
    From$300
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    Small Group Β· max 10 travelers, min 2 adults

    Prefer just your party?

    The private tour gives you your own vehicle, your own pace, a dedicated guide and the best light windows. Same itinerary, exclusive to your party.

    See this as a Private Tour

    Included

    Included & what to bring

    Included

    • Mistico Hanging Bridges
    • Arenal 1968 Trails
    • La Fortuna Waterfall
    • Lunch
    • Private guide

    Not included

    • Transport / hotel pickup β€” quoted separately by hotel and zone

    What to bring

    • Comfortable hiking shoes
    • Swimsuit & towel
    • Sunscreen & insect repellent
    • Camera
    • Water bottle

    What to know

    Gallery

    What you may see

    Real photographs from our departures. Sightings are never guaranteed.

    How it works
    1. 1

      Choose your date

      Date, modality and travellers at checkout.

    2. 2

      We authorize your card

      The amount is held; NOT charged until VIVO confirms.

    3. 3

      We confirm in writing

      Email and WhatsApp with time, meeting point and assigned guide.

    4. 4

      Your private portal

      You receive your portal with itinerary, calendar invite and support.

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    Arenal 1968 Volcano Walk

    Arenal 1968 Volcano Trails

    Arenal 1968 Volcano Walk

    Volcano trail walk with lava fields, forest edges and classic Arenal viewpoints

    • 2.5–3 hours
    • From $65
    Small Group Β· max 10 travelers, min 2 adults

    Prefer just your party?

    The private tour gives you your own vehicle, your own pace, a dedicated guide and the best light windows. Same itinerary, exclusive to your party.

    See this as a Private Tour
    Duration
    Full day (~10 hours)
    Start time
    6:00–6:30 AMSubject to availability
    Group style
    Private or small group
    Pickup
    Pickup can be coordinated
    Languages
    EN / ES
    • Fast, real replies
    • Free trip planning
    • Organization & bookings
    • Spaces held for you
    • Private & small groups
    • Large groups & universities

    Gallery

    What you may see

    Real photographs from our departures. Sightings are never guaranteed.

    About the experience+

    The experience

    πŸŒ‹ La Fortuna – Classic Combo Experience β€” Group Tour

    This is the Group Tour for πŸŒ‹ La Fortuna – Classic Combo Experience: a shared departure, max 10 travelers, min 2 adults, on a fixed schedule and at a per-person rate. You share a VIVO naturalist guide with other travelers looking for the same thing you are β€” real wildlife, good light and an honest explanation of what you are seeing. Exact capacity depends on the experience. The itinerary, certified guide and safety standards are the same as our Private Tour; what changes is that the departure time is set and the group sets the pace. Transport is never shared: if you add it, it is private door-to-door for your party only.

    The classic La Fortuna combo condenses the three most iconic experiences of the Arenal region into a single, well-paced day with private transport and a bilingual naturalist guide. You begin at Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park β€” a 3.5 km main forest trail and six suspension bridges up to 95.5 meters long and 38 meters above the forest floor that give eye-level access to toucans, motmots, orioles and, on lucky mornings, sloths and eyelash pit vipers. From there you continue to the Arenal 1968 Trails, a private reserve that borders Arenal Volcano National Park and preserves the actual 1968 lava flow that gave the volcano its modern cone; the interpretive walk explains the eruption, the geology of the region and the succession ecology that reclaimed the slope, with panoramic views of the volcano and Lake Arenal. The day closes at the La Fortuna Waterfall β€” a 70-meter cascade tucked in a canyon of primary rainforest, reached by 500 stairs β€” with time for a swim in the plunge pool. The pace is relaxed enough for families and photographers, and a typical Costa Rican lunch at a local restaurant is included. Ideal for travelers with only one full day in La Fortuna who want a balanced mix of wildlife, geology and scenery.

    What we focus on

    Provider requirements and availability.

    Highlights+

    Highlights

    What makes this day different

    Best for first-time visitors

    Ideal for couples, families & small groups

    Up to 7 people (comfortable) or 15 (larger group)

    Itinerary+

    Itinerary

    Your day, hour by hour

    Indicative timings β€” we adapt to wildlife activity and weather.

    1. 7:30 AMHotel pickup
    2. 8:00 AMHanging bridges

      Mistico canopy circuit with naturalist guide.

    3. 11:30 AMLocal lunch
    4. 1:00 PMLa Fortuna Waterfall

      Waterfall, plunge pool and viewpoint.

    5. 3:30 PMReturn to hotel

    Included

    Included & what to bring

    Included

    • Mistico Hanging Bridges
    • Arenal 1968 Trails
    • La Fortuna Waterfall
    • Lunch
    • Private guide

    Not included

    • Transport / hotel pickup β€” quoted separately by hotel and zone

    What to bring

    • Comfortable hiking shoes
    • Swimsuit & towel
    • Sunscreen & insect repellent
    • Camera
    • Water bottle
    Pickup & times+

    Logistics

    Practical details before you book

    Pickup can be coordinated

    Mistico Hanging Bridges Park

    Share your hotel or Airbnb name during checkout and we confirm pickup time and any transport cost in writing.

    What to know

    Booking window

    Requests close 48h before departure. Inside that window we still try, but availability is not confirmed.

    This experience accepts a card authorization online: the amount is held, never charged, until VIVO confirms.

    2 Adults Β· 15

    Cancellation & changes

    • 100% βˆ’ 5%: Green 24h+ Β· Peak 72h+
    • 50% βˆ’ 5%: Green β€” Β· Peak 48–72h
    • Non-refundable: Green Under 24h Β· Peak Under 48h
    • No-show: no refund and no rescheduling.
    • The 5% processing fee is kept only when the guest cancels β€” never when VIVO cancels for weather, safety or operations.
    • Rescheduling is free when requested within the refund window and subject to availability. Outside that window it is not guaranteed. No rescheduling fees.
    • Discounted and group bookings follow the same seasonal policy.
    • Refunds go to the original payment method in 5–10 business days. Never cash.
    Private or small group+

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    FAQ+

    Questions

    Frequently asked

    How many people join this group tour?

    Group Tours are shared departures, max 10 travelers, min 2 adults. Exact capacity depends on the experience and date.

    Can I choose my own start time on a group departure?

    No. Group departures run at fixed times so everyone starts together. If you need a specific hour, light window or pace, book the same experience as a private expedition.

    Is transport shared with the group?

    Never. Transport is always private and always quoted separately by hotel and zone β€” your tour is shared, your ride is not. You can also meet us at the starting point at no extra cost.

    How much is the group rate per person?

    The shared rate starts at $300 per person, all taxes and fees included. Children pay a reduced rate. See the private experience for its current rate.

    How long does this tour last?

    It lasts Full day (~10 hours). Start times: 6:00–6:30 AM.

    Is transport or pickup included?

    Transport is never included in the tour price. We quote it separately by hotel and zone, so you only pay for the route you actually need.

    How fit do I need to be?

    A normal activity level is enough. Guides adjust the pace, give a full safety briefing and provide the required gear.

    What happens if it rains?

    Rain is part of the rainforest and the activity normally runs; bring a light rain jacket. If conditions become unsafe we reschedule or refund according to our policy.

    More questions about tours in this area? Read the La Fortuna tours FAQ

    Free cancellation 24h+ Green / 72h+ Peak (βˆ’5% fee)

    Mistico Hanging Bridges Park

    Secure payment Β· no hidden fees

    How booking works
    1. 1

      Choose your date

      Date, modality and travellers at checkout.

    2. 2

      We authorize your card

      The amount is held; NOT charged until VIVO confirms.

    3. 3

      We confirm in writing

      Email and WhatsApp with time, meeting point and assigned guide.

    4. 4

      Your private portal

      You receive your portal with itinerary, calendar invite and support.

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    πŸŒ‹ La Fortuna – Classic Combo Experience β€” Group Tour

    From $300 per person Β· taxes included

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