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Departure Hub 04 · 2.5–3 hrs from San José (SJO) or Liberia (LIR)

La Fortuna & Arenal Escapes & Departure Guide

La Fortuna is Costa Rica’s inland adventure and wellness capital. Nowhere else in the country can you walk eye-level through rainforest canopy bridges in the morning, swim at the base of a 70-meter canyon waterfall at midday, and soak in magma-heated thermal rivers after dark.

Destinations Visited from Here: Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park, La Fortuna Waterfall canyon, Arenal Volcano National Park, and Tabacón Thermal River
Actual Boarding & Pickup Points: Guided combo tours include door-to-door pickup at all hotels along the Route 142 Arenal corridor and La Fortuna town; standalone Tabacón day passes check in directly at Tabacón Thermal Resort reception.
Key Logistics Tip: Because Mistico Hanging Bridges, La Fortuna Waterfall, and the 1968 lava trails sit 15–25 minutes apart in the foothills, booking a coordinated small-group combo saves three separate taxi fares and secures timed park entries.
EasyCostaRica Network Specialist: CostaRicanGetaways.com — La Fortuna Nature & Relaxation Itineraries ↗
Arenal Volcano rising above lush rainforest in La Fortuna, Costa Rica
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Verified Bookable Experiences Departing from La Fortuna & Arenal

Traveler overlooking the conical peak of Arenal Volcano framed by lush rainforest 08 · ARENAL TRIPLE CROWN ★ 4.9 (1,879)
La Fortuna & Arenal · 7–8 hrs · Small-group naturalist-guided signature day trip

La Fortuna Waterfall, Mistico Hanging Bridges & Arenal Volcano Combo

See La Fortuna’s three defining landscapes in one seamlessly coordinated day: cross rainforest suspension bridges at eye level with toucans and monkeys, descend to swim beneath the 70-meter La Fortuna Waterfall, and hike solidified lava flows at the base of Arenal Volcano.

Destination Visited: Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges, La Fortuna Waterfall canyon & 1968 Arenal Lava Trails
Actual Departure Point: Hotel pickup across La Fortuna town and the Route 142 Arenal volcano corridor (early morning start)
Included: All 3 park admissions (Mistico Bridges, La Fortuna Waterfall, Arenal Volcano trail), naturalist guide, traditional lunch, hotel pickup
Additional / Excluded: Optional evening hot springs admission (can be added separately) and guide gratuities
Requirements: Must be comfortable climbing ~500 canyon steps at La Fortuna Waterfall; closed-toe hiking shoes required
From $154 · Viator
✓ Free cancellation
Warm sunset glow over tranquil waters surrounded by tropical foliage 09 · THERMAL RIVER SOAK ★ 4.8 (310)
La Fortuna & Arenal · 4–8 hrs · Reserved thermal river pass with lunch or dinner

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa Natural Hot Springs Day Pass with Meal

Unwind in Costa Rica’s premier free-flowing thermal river resort, where magma-heated mineral streams cascade through manicured rainforest gardens at temperatures ranging from 77°F to 105°F, followed by a gourmet meal.

Destination Visited: Tabacón Thermal River Gardens at the base of Arenal Volcano
Actual Departure Point: Check-in at Tabacón Thermal Resort reception on Route 142 (15 min west of La Fortuna town)
Included: Full access to Tabacón's naturally heated volcanic river pools, cascading thermal waterfalls, towel, locker, and culinary lunch or dinner
Additional / Excluded: Spa massage treatments, premium bar beverages, and hotel taxi transfer
Requirements: Advance reservation required as daily visitor capacity is strictly capped; bring swimwear and sandals
See Current Price & Availability · Viator
✓ Free cancellation