Rio Celeste Horseback Riding: Swim in Natural Pools Unavailable in National Parks

Experience a personalized horseback riding tour in Rio Celeste, where you can swim in natural pools not found in national parks. Avoid waiting lines and crowded tourist destinations.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Rio Celeste - Tour starts in the local town El Pilon with panoramic views of the Arenal Volcano and Caño Negro then we will take the horse trail through farm land and primary forest where we will stop in the Tarzan swing and the hanging bridge before we get to beautiful natural swimming pool in the river Celeste
What's Included
  • Expert local guide
Additional Information

Visitors are offered the unique opportunity to swim in the beautiful natural pools of the Celeste River, an activity that is not allowed and unavailable in the national park. Without the hassle of waiting lines or overcrowded tourist spots, this isn’t a standard commercial tour. Tourists will enjoy a personally-crafted tour led by a local guide and proprietor.

Location
Calle Asentamiento el Pilón
1/2 Mile Northwest from Station El Pilon Tenorio National Park (waterfall entrance) in the Guatuso direction, then turn left in the grave road continue 1/2 mile turn left in front of the local School and continue 1/2 mile on left side before the La Posada Rest and Hotel
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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P9165szanns
Dec 21, 2024
Peaceful ride - We had a great time. Highly recommended. David was great and the swim in the river was amazing. I would do it again. Dinner in the restaurant was good as well.
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Mistyt502
Dec 14, 2024
Fun experience! - David was wonderful! He was very kind and provided us with an authentic experience. He helped me on and off my horse multiple times as needed. My husband loved the swing! I’m would highly recommend.
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Giobeann
Dec 11, 2024
Best experience of 2024 - The tour guide David was super friendly and helpful with getting us on and off the Horses each horse was healthy and happy, the property was absolutely stunning and the restaurant was so good!
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Mikaelav431
Dec 10, 2024
The real deal - wildlife horseback adventure - I went with my husband on the Rio Celeste Tour. David was an amazing guide and took us to the Rio Celeste where we could swim in the water, ate pineapples and went on a Tarzan swing. Keep in mind, the place is 2 hours from La Fortuna and you don’t visit the waterfall itself but the river. However it was super enjoyable and riding the horses was an amazing experience. I felt like I was in a movie from the older days! Riding horses through the dense forest, we saw a number of animals (sloths, toucans and if your lucky some monkeys too!)
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887lilab
Dec 8, 2024
Wonderful Ride with an Excellent Guide! - DAVID was a wonderful guide and the horses were so well behaved and easy to ride. Even though the weather was pretty wet and rainy, the horses maneuvered extremely well in the mud and made it an adventure! DAVID was very knowledgeable about the area and history, his conversation was also wonderful. I highly recommend, this experience!
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Victorialu2311um
Dec 8, 2024
Great experience - Very good and fun tour, beautiful views and fun activities. Definitely recommend it if you’re going to rio Celeste to do this tour
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Brandon_k
Dec 6, 2024
Awesome, even in the rain! - GO! DO IT! Even in the rain! It was great, David was awesome. Better than the beach! Carpe Diem! The river was blasting with power, so what it wasn’t blue when we saw it. The power of it was awe inspiring enough. Ever swung over trees in a downpour? If you haven’t you should! Don’t let anything keep you from Pura Vidaing this experience!
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Tahir_h
Nov 27, 2024
Amazing experience... - Amazing experience specially with my 3 year old son. David was amazing guide and the horses were a gem. Great surprise too! Would definitely recommend it to anyone. The drive was very smooth as well from La Fortuna area. Will be a core memory for my son for sure!
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Steve_p
Nov 16, 2024
Great time vacationing with our grand daughter! - David was very professional and friendly. Because of all the rain in the area, the terrain was a bit sloppy, but the horses handled it pretty easily. My wife and I hadn’t ridden in about 40 years and we felt pretty comfortable the whole time.
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Jacklyn_g
Oct 26, 2024
Horse back riding tour/crystal blue waters - David was so amazing to us! He is very funny, does a good job maintaining saftey, and has overall good hospitality. Horses were well trained. Water was crystal blue! Had so much fun. Would definitely recommend! 100%
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