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Rio Celeste Waterfall Hike from Arenal

4.735 reviewsCeleste River (Río Celeste)

  • 6 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • 2 languages
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Discover the celestial blue waters of Tenorio Volcano National Park on this day trip from La Fortuna. Trek through a jungle, learn from an expert guide about the rainforest’s plant and animal life, and come upon Río Celeste waterfall and its glowing azure lagoon. Find more magic at Los Teñideros, where two rivers merge — and watch the water turn turquoise before your very eyes. Uncover the secret behind this transformation and after the hike, tuck into a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. Air-conditioned hotel transport is included.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Local guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Lunch

What's not

  • Gratuities

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

4.7

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Ratings come from 35 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.

Know before you go

Meeting point
We are located behind the Central Church in Downtown La Fortuna.
Pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 8 travellers
Operated by
Desafio Adventure Company
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A moderate amount of walking is required
  • It is recommended that you wear comfortable walking shoes
  • Please bring a change of clothes, sunglasses, insect repellent and water
  • Tour departs from La Fortuna
  • A minimum of 4 people per booking is required

How it compares in La Fortuna

  • Its from-price is 35% 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 220 of 932.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

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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