Arenal Volcano Tour: Private Nature Walk and Hot Springs

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Arenal Volcano on a private tour from San Jose. Explore the hanging bridges in a private biological reserve and indulge in a delicious buffet lunch at Baldi Hot Springs. Relax in the thermal pools for a rejuvenating afternoon. Book now!

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Your breathtaking adventure begins with a pickup from your hotel and a relaxing private drive through the beautiful Costa Rican countryside in an air-conditioned, recent model deluxe vehicle or minibus. Your guide will highlight many points of interest, including coffee plantations, sugar cane and citrus plantations, diverse fruit stands, and rural farming communities. You will be heading to Fortuna Town, about a 2-hour drive from San Jose. Upon arrival at the stunning Mistiko Park, you will have some free time to use the restrooms and explore the surroundings before starting the nature walk into the rainforest and enjoying the Hanging Bridges.

Located in the northern lowlands of Costa Rica, the impressive Arenal Volcano is a National Park that attracts thousands of tourists due to its beauty and recent volcanic activity. Back in the 80s, the volcano was very active, but now its activity has reduced, and it has entered a period of calm. However, the beauty of the volcano and its surroundings remains spectacular. Once in La Fortuna Town, a sightseeing tour will showcase the highlights of the area, including its rich diversity of tourist attractions, ecosystems, the lake, culture, customs, and traditions of this emblematic town of Costa Rica.

At Mistiko Park and Hanging Bridges, enjoy traveling the forest comfortably on revitalizing paths full of nature and wildlife. In front of the majestic Arenal Volcano, you can admire its beauty and the wonderful forest that surrounds it, as well as a reserve populated with wildlife in their natural habitat, allowing you an encounter with the roots of the human species. Walk across 10 regular bridges and 6 Hanging Bridges and gaze at an 18-meter (60 feet) waterfall on a comfortable, non-slippery trail without steps, and experience a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.

Later, you will relax in one of the best thermal water places in the area: Baldi Hot Springs. At Baldi Hot Springs, you will find an endless dream stay, where the natural environment, colorful gardens, therapeutic waters, pure air, and our care combine perfectly; the dream comes true. The unique setting turns your experience into the most unforgettable one. Here, you will enjoy multiple thermal pools, a giant steam room, luxury pool bars, giant water slides, relaxing areas, and much more.

Upon arrival at Baldi Hot Springs, enjoy a delicious buffet lunch before jumping into the thermal pools. Lockers and towels are included in our tours. At this paradise, you will stay until 4:00 PM, then we will begin our return trip to the city of San Jose.

Points of Interest

  • La Fortuna de San Carlos

  • Arenal Volcano National Park

  • Arenal Hanging Bridges

  • Baldi Hot Springs

What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off included for convenience
  • Enjoy a provided lunch as part of the tour
  • Experience a private tour for a more personal journey
  • Benefit from the knowledge of a professional guide
  • Travel comfortably with round-trip private transfers
  • Stay refreshed with beverages made available
  • Savor tea and coffee offerings during the tour
Additional Information

Embark on the finest private tour available from San Jose, Costa Rica. Relish the splendor of Arenal Volcano on this adventure. Indulge in a scenic stroll through a private biological reserve and its suspended bridges, all while capturing breathtaking views of Arenal Volcano. This reserve maintains untouched rain forest and an abundance of biodiversity.

Following the nature stroll, a brief ride transports you to Baldi Hot Springs, where a splendid and mouth-watering buffet lunch awaits. Post lunch, you are allotted leisure time to bask in a variety of thermal pools and unwind in the afternoon before commencing your return journey to your San Jose hotel.

Location
La Fortuna de San Carlos
Cancellation Policy

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

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Elizabeth_m
Feb 5, 2024
The best day trip from San Jose - We had the best time on this tour! It’s a long day, but well worth it. Giovanni and Fernando took great care of us. They made sure we got to experience Costa Rica not just through the stops mentioned on the tour, but made a couple of quick stops along the way (coffee, souvenirs, pineapple plants) and told us about Costa Rica history on our way to our destination. The views and greenery in the La Fortuna area are breathtaking, and we loved ending our adventure relaxing in the Bali Hot Springs. Thank you for a memorable day!!
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Lynnette_y
Aug 1, 2021
Amazing Private Tour -- DO IT! - Luis from Greenway Tours was nothing short of exceptional! He arrived on time with snacks/waters on board & confirmed our tour plans via WhatsApp the day before. Super knowledgeable about the area, giving us different historical info about many areas of Costa Rica that only a local would know. Weather was near perfect with GREAT views of the Volcano from the bridges and Bladi Hot Springs was just what we needed after hiking through the jungle. The buffet lunch had fruit & pasta options so veggies have food options. If possible, bring your own towel; rental is $10USD for a Towel but they return it once you bring the towel back. I normally take small group tours for the pricing, but if you are a couple or have a small group, take this tour and ask for Luis. Be prepared for 6hrs of travel (3hrs each way) but I wasn't even bothered by the drive because Luis was so informative. Great job, Greenway Tours and Viator!
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Amelia_m
Feb 18, 2020
Memorable and Relaxing Times - Gerardo was great! He was friendly, communicative, and provided door to door service. We were in CR celebrating my girlfriend's birthday. I was initially undecided about renting a vehicle. However, I am happy that I did not. The excursions were awesome and Gerardo helped take away potential stress. We were able to sit back, relax, and just have fun because he made us feel comfortable and safe. We definitely plan to book Gerardo for future travels to the country.
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Mkoller64
Apr 29, 2019
Worth the private tour - We booked this private tour as we had a short stay in Costa Rica and wanted to make the most out of it. Roy was an excellent guide with a huge knowledge and a great way to bring the information over. The duration of the day trip was just right. We felt safe and comfortable throught the whole trip.
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Paula
Feb 12, 2018
Amazing Costa Rica! - This is the best tour group ever❣️Everything was beautifully planned. We would never have seen and done so many amazing and wonderful things without Greenways Nature Tours and our fantastic guide Alberto❣️ It is clear that Alberto loves his country, and his passion for nature made us love his country as well. Costa Rica 🇨🇷 is a beautiful place, a clean country, with wonderful people. The animals, plants, birds, and the countryside is simply amazing. We will return. We will use this tour company again, and, of course, we will request that Alberto to be our guide. Thank you Greenways❣️
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Kay_k
Mar 30, 2023
Volcano/springs trip. - Volcano trip, hot springs, the hanging bridges tour with steep climbs, long 3.5 hour journey both ways.
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