Arenal Volcano: Premium Costa Rica Adventure

Embark on a premium adventure from San Jose to Arenal Volcano. Experience hidden waterfalls, thermal pools, and local flavors in intimate, small groups.

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • La Paz Waterfall - As the journey ventures into the heart of the rainforest, a brief stop is made at a spot where nature truly shines: the magnificent La Paz Falls. This waterfall cascades through lush vegetation, creating one of the most picturesque scenes along the route.
    The local guide will point out the ideal angle to capture your first…
What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • On-board WiFi
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Entries
  • Carbonated beverages
What's Not Included
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

This is not just any excursion; it is a premium adventure crafted for those who appreciate comfort and genuine experiences. More than a tour, it is an intimate journey through the natural wonders of Costa Rica.
Super-small groups and premium transportation ensure comfort, flexibility, and personalized attention throughout the tour.
Witness lava flows,…

Location
La Paz Waterfall
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Mario_r
Jan 29, 2026
Unforgettable Small-Group Adventure with Adrian. A Must-Do from San José. - We had an absolutely incredible experience on the Premium Adventure from San José: Arenal Volcano, Waterfall and Thermal tour, and our owner/operator and guide, Adrian, made it truly special. After promptly picking us up at our hotel, we headed out toward La Paz Waterfall, stopping along the way to take amazing photos of cascading falls and sample delicious strawberries and other fresh local fruits from a roadside stand. Soon after, we stopped at a charming local soda with a scenic view to enjoy a fantastic breakfast while snapping pictures of another distant waterfall…San Fernando. This location was also a paradise for bird lovers, filled with different species including hummingbirds and even a toucan. Next, we traveled to the Arenal Volcano area, where Adrian brought us to scenic viewpoints overlooking the volcano and a stunning lagoon below, followed by more photo opportunities right at the water’s edge. Our favorite stop of the entire day was the natural thermal river heated by Arenal’s past eruptions. Lying back in the warm, flowing water surrounded by nature was unbelievably relaxing, an experience we’ll never forget. From there we continued to Los Lagos Hot Springs, where we soaked in beautiful pools nestled in lush garden surroundings. It truly felt magical. We wrapped up the day with a delicious dinner at a local restaurant. An excellent ending to a perfect adventure. Adrian was a phenomenal guide. He’s fully bilingual and shared fascinating insights about Costa Rica’s history, its many volcanoes, and the towns we passed through along the way, which made the drive fly by. He also made spontaneous stops at roadside stands where we tasted unique fruits like water apples, taro chips, and a refreshing sugar-cane drink…little touches that made the tour feel authentic and personal. What really stood out was Adrian’s genuine pride in his country and his commitment to supporting local people and businesses. You could tell he truly loves what he does, and that energy carried through the entire day. This was also our first time traveling in such a small group (just the three of us plus Adrian) and honestly, I don’t think I could ever go back to a big tour bus again. The flexibility, attention, and intimate feel of the experience made it so much more enjoyable. It was a truly magical day from start to finish and an absolute must-do if you’re visiting Costa Rica. Highly, highly recommended!
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Samantha_c
Jan 24, 2026
A Truly Special Way to Experience Costa Rica - I did the Premium Adventure from San Jose Arenal Volcano Waterfall and Thermal full day tour and it was absolutely worth it! The experience felt unique and local while still including beautiful must see spots. Adrian was an excellent guide and incredibly knowledgeable about Costa Rica. He was kind, easy to get along with, and very thoughtful about offering options throughout the day. One of the highlights was visiting the hot river in La Fortuna, which felt like such a special and authentic local experience and not something I would have found on my own. I also loved being able to personalize the schedule to what I wanted, try a wide variety of Costa Rican foods, and learn about the country’s history along the way. Everything was very well organized and communication was easy when arranging pickup. I would highly recommend this tour to solo travelers, couples, or groups! 10/10
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Kaye_o
Jan 23, 2026
Definitely do it - This is a fabulous tour. We saw sloths butterflies birds in so many brightly colored flowers. We learned about the culture, the volcano and enjoyed local cuisine. We had fun at the Hot Springs and even though the weather didn’t always cooperate we didn’t let that damp in our spirit, the amount of information that you’ll learn about Costa Rica alone is worth taking this tour. The small group size the attention to detail and the insider knowledge make it 100% worth it.
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Christopher_h
Jan 11, 2026
Highly Recommend - An excellent, full day out. Our guide was brilliant, friendly, warm and knowlegable. The volcanoe, drive and hot river experience was unforgetable; highly recommend.
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Romer_r
Jan 3, 2026
Book with no doubt! - Out 5 tours this was hands down the best experience of my entire trip. Everything was perfectly organized, and the guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and truly passionate about what they do. I felt taken care of from start to finish, and every moment exceeded my expectations. It wasn’t just a tour, it was an unforgettable experience. I learned so much, enjoyed every second, and would absolutely do it again. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting. It’s 100% worth it!
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Kathy_c
Dec 31, 2025
Guide was the best, tour was amazing. - Our guide, Adrian Gutierrez, was the best! He accommodated our schedule, gave us many options, and made sure we had a wonderful and eventful day. As for the tour itself, it’s an amazing experience and a fabulous way to experience the Arenal/La Fortuna area. We would highly recommend this excursion!
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Archana_a
Dec 28, 2025
A perfect day filled with adventure - We had a memorable day. Adrian kept us entertained and informed. He is a wonderful tour guide... knowledgeable and friendly. The only thing we missed was a visit to Arenal National Park. He said it was unnecessary and did not include it in the itinerary. We did get to see the Arenal volcano though, from Los Lagos resort where we went for hot springs.
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Carolynavv
Nov 21, 2025
Tour 3 days Costa Rica - I spent three days traveling around Costa Rica with Adrián and it was an amazing experience! He showed me the country in a very authentic way — sharing history, culture, local fruits, food, and music. Traveling with someone local truly makes a difference. My whole experience in Costa Rica completely changed thanks to him — I got to discover places that I would have never found on my own and learned so much along the way. On top of that, Adrián is very patient, responsible, kind, and always willing to help. He takes care of everything so you can just enjoy. I totally recommend traveling with him if you want to experience the real Costa Rica. Pura vida! — Pasé tres días viajando por Costa Rica con Adrián y fue una experiencia increíble. Me mostró el país de una forma muy auténtica — compartiendo historia, cultura, frutas y comidas locales, y también música. Viajar con alguien local realmente marca la diferencia. Mi experiencia en Costa Rica cambió completamente gracias a él — descubrí lugares que jamás habría encontrado sola y aprendí muchísimo durante el camino. Adrián es muy paciente, responsable, amable y siempre está dispuesto a ayudar. Se encarga de todo para que tú solo disfrutes del viaje. Lo recomiendo totalmente si quieres vivir la Costa Rica real. ¡Pura vida! — Carolina 🇧🇷
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Julie_b
Jul 24, 2025
An out-of-the-box attendant... - An outstanding coach who listens to his customers. We had a great day.
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Ha_p
Jul 22, 2025
Really great guide and... - Really great guide and tour!!! Adrian got us many local snacks and helped us take many photos ☺️ Very full day with waterfalls, birds, volcano view and hot springs!
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From $175
up to 4 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).