Arenal Volcano National Park Walk with Optional Hot Springs
We begin the tour by heading to the El Silencio Private Reserve, to get as close to the base of the volcano as possible. Next, we will walk approximately 1 kilometer along a volcanic stone path with a moderate degree of difficulty, until we reach the viewpoint, the closest point to volcano permitted to access. At the viewpoint, our guide will provide relevant information on the formation of the Arenal Volcano, its periods of activity, as well as unpublished details of its first eruption in 1968. Enjoy the excellent views of the Green Lagoon and Lake Arenal.
With a little luck, this 1.5 km trail will provide us with the opportunity to see a wide variety of plants and animals that inhabit the rainforest, like toucans, turkeys, orioles, peccaries, snakes, and monkeys. At the end of the tour our driver will be waiting for us with a delicious snack of tropical fruit before returning to your hotel.
Add a visit to the hot springs for additional cost and enjoy the thermal mineral waters.
Options
Arenal Volcano Hike
Arenal Volcano Evening Tour: 2 hours walking tour through the secondary forest, old lava flows of 1992, impressive view to Arenal Lake, Chato Hill, Tilaran mountain range and Arenal Volcano.
What's included in Arenal Volcano National Park Walk with Optional Hot Springs
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Ecoterra Costa Rica
The tour begins at 07:30am or 2:30pm from, in order to reach the Reserve, we will begin a 1 km walk along a trail of volcanic rock, to reach the observation point, which is the closest to the base of the volcano we can legally get. At the observation point, your guide will provide interesting information, as well as giving you the opportunity to enjoy the incredible views of the Arenal Volcano and the Arenal Lake. Afterwards, we will begin our return trip down the same trail to the starting point. This trail is about 1.5 km, in length, and with a little luck, you will have the opportunity to discover a large variety of flora and fauna, including toucans, monkeys and more. After the trails, your driver will be waiting for you, with a snack of tropical fruit, before returning you to your hotel, If you prefer, you can visit the hot springs of your choice for an approximately 3 hours, for an additional cost, we will return to pick you up to take you to your hotel.
Arenal Volcano
we will walk approximately 1 kilometer along a volcanic stonepath with a moderate degree of difficulty, until we reach the viewpoint, the closest point to volcano permitted to access
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Bottled water
- National Park fees
- Snacks
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan with Wi-Fi
- Gratuities
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multilingual guide
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
You must contact Ecoterra Costa Rica at least 24 hours before your activity date to confirm your reservation and arrange transportation.
Meeting / End Points
- Drive in to the parking area and ask the reception about Ecoterra Costa Rica Tours
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
• What to bring: Hiking shoes or tennis shoes, comfortable clothing, raincoat or poncho, insect repellent, and optional money for snacks, tips, or souvenir • Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time. Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
