Adventure Tours in Arenal & La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Volcano trails, waterfalls, rivers and rainforest bridges
Why Adventure in Arenal?
From walking on ancient lava fields at Arenal Volcano to descending 500 steps to the majestic La Fortuna Waterfall, our adventure tours showcase the raw beauty and power of Costa Rica's most iconic landscapes. Float down pristine rivers, cross hanging bridges high above the canopy, and discover why Arenal is one of the world's top adventure destinations.
La Fortuna is Costa Rica's adventure capital. Within 30 minutes of town you can walk on cooled lava flows from the 1968 Arenal eruption, descend 500 stairs into the spray zone of La Fortuna Waterfall, cross hanging bridges 50 meters above the canopy at Mistico, drift a class II safari float on the Peñas Blancas River, or hike the Cerro Chato crater rim. Adventure here is dense and accessible — you don't spend hours driving between attractions.
Our adventure tours are private by default with a near-group price. That means flexible pickup times from your hotel or Airbnb, a guide who paces the day around you, and the freedom to swap stops based on weather. Most outings are half-day; the full La Fortuna Classic Combo (volcano hike + waterfall + hot springs) runs full-day.
We coordinate park entry, transport, lunch, and (when relevant) safety equipment in a single transparent quote. If you want a multi-day adventure stack — rafting, ATV, canyoning, hanging bridges, volcano hike — message us and we will sequence it so each day has a different intensity and recovery.
Available Adventure Tours(20)
🌋 La Fortuna – Classic Combo Experience
Most popular spots in one day: Hanging Bridges + Arenal 1968 + La Fortuna Waterfall
🌋 Mistico Bridges + Arenal 1968 – Volcano & Rainforest Combo
Two iconic Arenal experiences in one day: Mistico Hanging Bridges canopy walk and the Arenal 1968 Lava Trails with epic volcano views
Arenal 1968 Volcano Walk
Volcano trail walk with lava fields, forest edges and classic Arenal viewpoints
ATV Discovery Adventure – Rainforest, Volcano & Maleku Culture
The only ATV tour that reaches Arenal Volcano's panoramic viewpoint — 3h through Lava Trails, Eco Park, rainforest and Maleku Village
Balsa River White Water Rafting – Class II & III
Family-friendly rafting adventure through the scenic Balsa River with Class II & III rapids
Balsa River White Water Rafting – Class III & IV
Ride continuous Class III & IV rapids on the upper Balsa River for non-stop adrenaline
Canyoning Waterfall Rappelling
5 rappels through waterfalls up to 60m, 2 ziplines, and a hike through a lush canyon — the ultimate adrenaline adventure near La Fortuna
Combo: Canyoning + White Water Rafting
The ultimate full-day adventure: canyoning waterfall rappelling in the morning + Class II/III rafting on Río Balsa in the afternoon
Damas Island Mangrove Boat Tour
Private boat tour through the mangrove channels of Damas Island near Manuel Antonio
Jet Ski & ATV Combo Tour – Land & Lake Adventure
The ultimate land & water combo: ATV jungle trails with Maleku culture visit plus Jet Ski across Lake Arenal — same day or split across two
Jet Ski Adventure on Lake Arenal
2-hour guided Jet Ski tour across Lake Arenal — volcano views, wildlife watching and the story of the Sunken Arenal Village beneath the lake
Jungle & Maleku ATV Tour – Arenal Volcano Scenic Ride
A 2-hour ATV ride through rainforest trails and the Palma River crossing, with a visit to the Maleku Indigenous Village and the hidden El Congo Waterfall
Manuel Antonio National Park Guided Walk
Guided wildlife walk in one of Costa Rica's most iconic parks
Mistico Hanging Bridges – Wildlife Walk
16 hanging bridges through pristine primary rainforest — Arenal Volcano views, toucans overhead and sloths in the canopy.
Rainforest Falls Canyoning – Pure Trek
Rappel down 5 waterfalls (up to 165 ft) in the La Fortuna rainforest — Pure Trek Canyoning original
Safari Float – Peñas Blancas River
A silent river float where sloths, spider monkeys and Agami Herons come to you — no effort, pure wildlife.
Sarapiquí River White Water Rafting – Class IV (Extreme)
Extreme Class IV rafting for adrenaline seekers on the powerful Sarapiquí River
Side by Side Tour – Family-Friendly Rainforest Adventure
A 3-hour family-friendly Side by Side tour with Arenal Volcano trails, Maleku Village, Eco Farm in Monterrey Hills and the Tarzan Swing experience (up to 6 pax)
Sky Adventures Zipline – Arenal
High-adrenaline zipline ride with volcano and lake views, includes scenic tram ascent
White Water Rafting – Río Balsa Class II/III
10km of thrilling Class II/III rapids on the Balsa River — perfect for families and first-timers, with lunch and full equipment included
Why Book With VIVO Expeditions?
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best adventure tour in La Fortuna?
The single most-booked is the La Fortuna Classic Combo: Arenal 1968 lava trail + La Fortuna Waterfall + hot springs in one day. For families, Mistico Hanging Bridges + waterfall is the best fit. For thrill seekers, rafting or canyoning.
How fit do I need to be?
Most adventure tours suit average fitness. The waterfall stairs (500 down + 500 up) are the toughest standard activity — we go at your pace and there is no time pressure. Volcano trails are mostly flat with optional climbs.
Is round-trip transport from my hotel included?
Yes — pickup and drop-off from any hotel, Airbnb, or rental in the La Fortuna / Arenal area is included in every adventure tour we book.
What should I wear and bring?
Hiking shoes or sturdy sneakers, quick-dry clothing, swimwear under your clothes, sunscreen, insect repellent, water bottle, and a light rain jacket (afternoon showers are common). For waterfalls, a small dry bag is useful.
Can adventure tours be combined with hot springs the same day?
Yes — and most guests do. A typical day: morning waterfall or volcano hike, lunch, mid-afternoon transfer, hot springs from 4 PM. We sequence transport so nothing feels rushed.
Are private adventure tours expensive?
Not with us. Our private adventure prices are competitive because we run them efficiently from La Fortuna with no middlemen. The per-person cost drops significantly with groups of 4+.
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