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Rio Celeste Waterfall Hike and Swimming at the River 9 people max

5.04 reviewsCeleste River (Río Celeste)

  • 5 hours
  • Instant confirmation
  • Mobile ticket

Highlights

• The dazzling centrepiece of the Tenorio Volcano National Park, the Rio Celeste is most famous for its shockingly bright blue color, the result of a natural reaction of volcanic sulfur and calcium carbonate, which turns the clear waters a powder-blue shade. Reached by hiking through the surrounding rainforest, there are a number of sights of interest located along the Rio Celeste, most notably the Rio Celeste Waterfall, a favorite photo spot where the river tumbles into a striking blue lagoon; the Tenideros, where two rivers merge in the Celeste; and the Poza Azul, the most renowned "dye pool," where the reaction is most noticeable. The river’s startling color change is best viewed during the dry season (December to April), as excess rainfall can dilute the reactive chemicals leaving the waters with a less-appealing muddy hue.Four-in-one adventure in Costa Rica •

Inclusions

What's included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off only from La Fortuna/
  • Local guide
  • Inclusions
  • Bottled water

What's not

  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off outside La Fortuna/ Arenal

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Reviews

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Know before you go

Pickup
Pickup is included for everyone.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 9 travellers
Operated by
Costa Rica Nature Guides-Tours and Transfers
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

How it compares in La Fortuna

  • Its from-price is 90% above the median of the 932 experiences we list in La Fortuna.
  • It is longer than most of them.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 461 of 932.

About La Fortuna

La Fortuna is Costa Rica's adventure hub at the foot of the Arenal Volcano, with rainforest, hot springs, waterfalls and a mountain lake.

The near-perfect cone of the Arenal Volcano rises above the town, and Arenal Volcano National Park has trails through old lava flows and rainforest with views of the summit. Lake Arenal, the largest lake in the country, spreads to the west, with kayaking, fishing and windsurfing on its breezy waters and green hills all around.

Top-ranked sights in La Fortuna: La Fortuna Waterfall, Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park, Butterfly Conservatory.

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