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Arenal Volcano Tour: Baldi Hot Springs Experience
4.5
219 Ratings
Sarchi
The Arenal Volcano with Baldi Hot Springs tour is by far a favorite among travelers.
This tour offers the auspicious site of the imposing Arenal Volcano and the soothing thermal waters of Baldi Hot Springs. Not to mention the lush vegetation and unforgettable views that make this place one to remember.
The Arenal Volcano with Baldi Hot Springs tour is by far a favorite among travelers.
This tour offers the auspicious site of the imposing Arenal Volcano and the soothing thermal waters of Baldi Hot Springs. Not to mention the lush vegetation and unforgettable views that make this place one to remember.
Duration:
13 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Sarchi - Enroute to the Arenal Volcano there will be a stop in the famous town of Sarchi, known as the birthplace of Costa Rica’s Artisans.
In Sarchi, you may very well see an ox cart that holds the title as being the largest ox cart in the world. The cart is made of wood (cedar) and is decorated with stunning colors, such as a bright orange. The…
- Sarchi - Enroute to the Arenal Volcano there will be a stop in the famous town of Sarchi, known as the birthplace of Costa Rica’s Artisans.
In Sarchi, you may very well see an ox cart that holds the title as being the largest ox cart in the world. The cart is made of wood (cedar) and is decorated with stunning colors, such as a bright orange. The design is typical and intricate, indicative of traditional oxcarts. The ox cart is two stories high and took 70 days to complete. The oxcart is also deserves an honorable mention in the Guinness book of world records.
- La Fortuna - The journey will then continue, traversing diverse plantations with agricultural products, including pineapple farms, and mango groves, ornamental plants and cattle ranches until arriving to the small town of La Fortuna, and stopping to enjoy lunch at a cozy restaurant with a spectacular view of the Arenal volcano.
- Arenal 1968 Volcano View & Trails - The impressive Arenal Volcano is a magnificent natural wonder that is situated in La Fortuna (The Fortune) of San Carlos, Costa Rica, providing thousands and thousands of tourists with the opportunity to witness volcanic activity, such as the white plumes of smoke that emanate from the conical shaped behemoth. It is important to note that the volcano had previously been assumed to be dormant, until in 1968, when it experienced a major eruption.
- Baldi Hot Springs - Then you will go on to relax at one of the best hot springs in the area where you will enjoy the rejuvenating effects of the thermal waters, as well as an optional massage or other special treatment that must be reserved ahead of time.
The facilities at Baldi provided 25 separate mineral water reservoirs that flow naturally from the volcano. The medicinal waters are certified by L.N.A. (Laboratorio Nacional de Aguas), and the temperatures range from 93, 100, 102, 104, 109, 110, 113, 116, 152, providing clients with a wide range of options that fit their needs.
And for a perfect ending, before going back to San José, a wonderful dinner will be served with a great view of the volcano so that you do not miss any opportunity to look at the stunning and classically shaped volcano one more time.
What's Included
- Air-conditioned transportation from San José hotels
- Professional tour guide with expert insights
- Lunch and dinner included
- Water included during meals
- Air-conditioned transportation from San José hotels
- Professional tour guide with expert insights
- Lunch and dinner included
- Water included during meals
What's Not Included
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
- Optional massage or treatment at Baldi Hot Springs
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
- Optional massage or treatment at Baldi Hot Springs
Additional Information
- Bring to your tour: swimsuit, comfortable clothing, walking shoes, a change of clothes, and sunscreen
- Tour requires a minimum of two participants to operate
- Bring to your tour: swimsuit, comfortable clothing, walking shoes, a change of clothes, and sunscreen
- Tour requires a minimum of two participants to operate
Location
Sarchi
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.5
(219 Ratings)
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Hkim89
Sep 23, 2025
Seamless Tour, Beautiful Sights, and Great Service - I booked this tour about a month in advance, and everything from the booking consultation to the payment and hotel pick-up arrangements went very smoothly.
On the day of the tour, the guide/driver picked me up at my hotel right on time, and the trip began. The schedule was followed exactly as planned, and along the way, the guide explained the scenery, Costa Rican culture, and history, which made the ride very informative and enjoyable.
We stopped in Sarchí to see traditional Costa Rican handicrafts and enjoy some delicious coffee. On the road toward Arenal, the guide also shared insights about the country’s different climates and natural environments, which made the journey even more fascinating.
At Arenal and La Fortuna, we enjoyed a delicious lunch and had a chance to see the volcano. On the way, we spotted sloths, colorful birds, and even ants carrying branches—such a unique experience!
Finally, we spent a relaxing time at the Baldi hot springs and ended the day with a tasty buffet dinner. Afterward, we were safely dropped off back at our hotel.
For someone visiting Costa Rica for the first time, this was an incredibly meaningful and unforgettable experience. It was truly a memorable trip that I will cherish.
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Rianna_b
Aug 28, 2025
The tour was great and so... - The tour was great and so were the tour guide and driver. Traveled with a great group and would recommend this tour
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Jahmalc2018
Aug 13, 2025
Relaxing + cultural - I thoroughly enjoyed this day-long tour! Erick and Henry were thorough and compassionate guides who went above and beyond to make sure we traveled to our destinations safely and were informed of all the local sites.
Even as a solo traveler, I had no problems!
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Magda_r
Jul 19, 2025
Tour Excellent - Excellent tour, despite the distance from San Jose you have a great time during the journey the guide explained about the culture. The Arenal Volcano spectacular as well as the Baldi hot springs. Highly recommended.
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Milagros_b
Jun 17, 2025
Excellent tour, of... - Excellent tour, from start to finish. The guide explained everything we wished to know and the places we visited are amazing, including the jungle restaurant and its delicious food
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Ary_c
Jun 11, 2025
My first volcano - Excellent .I recommend it 💯.The very friendly guide .excellent driver .The volcano is a unique and special experience
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Patsy
May 14, 2025
Tour Experience - It was a super experience, from the moment they look for you in the hotel, super punctual, all the walk and excellent attention of the tour guide Jesus and the driver David, I liked all the places we knew and the very delicious foods.
Baldi Hotsprings is a beautiful place, I would definitely take this tour again.
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The4bidendonut
May 8, 2025
Everything was beautiful! - Love love love this. Seeing the ox cart painting in Sarchí was amazing. The restaurant that we had lunch at had an amazing atmosphere…especially listening to the rain pattering on the tin roof. Started to rain at Arenal but that didn’t matter cause the views were breathtaking and we got a full view in a few minutes after the clouds passed. Finishing at the hot springs was such a good end, I was exhausted and it was so relaxing chilling in all the many different springs and natural sauna. Again, loved loved loved this experience.
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Chris_h
Apr 16, 2025
Long but enjoyable day out of the city - If you’re looking for a proper day out of San Jose, this is a good place to start. Erik, our guide, was incredibly knowledgeable and personable throughout the entire experience. Our driver, Edgar, deserves a statue built to him for being able to drive through the fog, mountains, and around all of the other traffic with ease and comfort for those of us on the bus.
It was a decent sized group, 13 adults and 1 child, and everything was included, minus breakfast. But we were given opportunities at each stop to pick up other guests to quickly grab something if we wanted to.
The stop at the ox cart factory, while interesting, was a bit long, especially considering that the trip is to a volcano viewpoint and hot springs. It was an interesting addition to the trip, just a bit too long. Especially when you consider how long it takes to get from one place to the next.
Overall, definitely recommend this excursion. It gives a solid foundation of what is available to travelers outside of major urban centers. Erik even pointed out other locations along the way that he recommended we take advantage of if we had the time. That was very much appreciated.
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C9437invaleriab
Jul 3, 2025
Arenal tour - Not enough time seeing Arenal Volcano and longer time in the thermal springs lunch was great nice restaurant dinner was in the spa buffet
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