Tours

Combination Tour with Hanging Bridges

This tour begin at 8:00 a. m. and is a new alternative for visitors to see Fortuna area looking for a different natural experience; a combination create for lover nature. At Danaus Eco-Center, our first stop, you will enjoy and learn about the natural history of butterflies of Costa Rica, like Blue Morfho, Monarch, Owl butterfly, Swallow tail and many more. You will also see a great variety of tropical plants and traditional crops, organically farmed in the gardens. Our next stop is in La Fortuna Waterfall. This waterfall has a huge swimming hole with large rocks nearby, perfect for a rest after and invirogating swim. Then we drive back to town to have lunch at Lava Rocks Restaurant. About 3:00 p.m we start the tour to the volcano. We have a choice of natural trails to take which depend on wich side the lava is flowing down. From any of them, you will see a great variety of plants, wildlife, the magnifecence of Arenal formed lava rock and the surrounding forest. We walk up the lava flows and watch the sunset as we await darknes to see and hear the glowing rocks of lava tumbling down the side of the mountain. A sight not to be missed. A full active day ! Now, put on your bathing suit again to relax in the termal waters of Tabacón Resort for a few hours and have dinner there.

Combination Tour with Ecocentro Danaus

Arenal Volcano Tour

The Arenal Volcano tour transports guests to the active northwest side of the volcano. The tour begins with a hike and depending upon which side of the volcano the lava is flowing, we go either to the trail Los Tucanes at the National Park or Mirador El Silencio.. It is possible to observe a great variety of plants, wildlife, magnificent lava rock formations and the Arenal Lake just in time for sunset! During the tour, our experienced guides will provide interesting and educational information regarding the history of the majestic mountain and the Arenal Volcano National Park. The tour concludes with a relaxing stop at the mineral hot springs (optional). Note: Entrance to hot springs is not included.

Safari Float Trip on the Peñas Blancas River

Experience the peacefulness of the forest traveling on Peñas Blancas river, with the opportunity to observe many animals like: monkeys, sloths, iguanas, tortoises, crocodiles, and several types of birds. Our boat doesn't have motor, this way you will enjoy of the journey quietly rowing and taking photos, while you enjoy of drinking and tropical fruits without disturb the animals. In this tour will be accompanied by experienced naturalist, who will explain many fascinating details about trees, plants, birds and other animals. This is a half-day tour especially designed for people with the limited amount time.

Venado Caves Tour

For those people that would not matter get wet and muddy, in this fascinating adventure under ground to only 45 minute from La Fortuna, we will take you through narrow passages and incredible labyrinths and chambers where we will see the famous formation of rock named "La Papaya," and other stalactites and stalagmites that they surely will astonish to everybody. Also you will see spidersand bats which are frequent in this place.

Tour Kayak on Lake Arenal

Depart from La Fortuna at 8:00 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. to enjoy a pleasant morning of kayaking on Lake Arenal and breath taking views of the Arenal Volcano. On your trip you may observe different species of birds like the Flycatcher, Kingfisher, Great Blue Heron and Aninga and may also possibly hear the Howler monkeys!

Hanging Bridges

The Arenal Hanging Bridges tour takes place on a 600 acre reserve filled with lush vegetation and a variety of birds and animals which your experienced guide will help you spot. The trail itself is 1.9 miles (3.1 km) in length, crossing nine fixed bridges and 6 suspension bridges and is laid out at a maximum grade of 7 degrees so that anyone can walk it.

Horseback Riding to La Fortuna Waterfall

This is a good combination of horseback ride and hike and a beautiful stage. Those are trained horses that will take you until the entrance of the waterfall through pastures, forest and tall hills. The views of the Valley of San Carlos and the tropical forest that enclose it are spectacular. At the end of the road, we will leave the horses and we will descend walking for a natural trail until the base of the waterfall. This fantastic area is very quiet and special to relax and swimming for a while.

Night Walk

The night walk takes place at the Ecocentro Danaus a small reserve whose focus is conservation and education. A visit to the center at night will afford you the opportunity to see some of the areas more prominent nocturnal animals in action such as sloths, caimans, spiders, frogs, bats, butterflies and birds and also the way these species interact with each other and the center's vegetation

Sunset Lake Cruise

Enjoy a pleasant sunset on Arenal Lake and breath taking views of the Arenal Volcano. Arenal Lake is place that counts with many natural attractions and from which you can watch the impressive eruptions of lava of Arenal Volcano. Due to the beauty of the landscapes and lush vegetation, Arenal Lake surrounding areas have become an excellent spot for boat rides. In this two hours boat ride you will have the opportunity to see a huge variety of birds such as Flycatchers, kingfishers, Anhinga and mammals such as monkeys, coatis and sloths. During the trip our guide will give you all the information about the area.

Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge on Boat

The Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge is considered one of the richest sites in the continent for the observation of birds. Beside an abundance of birds, Caño Negro is also refuge of many other animals like: sloths, three types of monkeys, caimans, lizards, bats, and a variety of native flora of the wet land. Our tour to this beautiful region, leaves from La Fortuna, driving for about an hour and a half until Los Chiles, which is a rustic town that meets to only five kilometers of the border of Nicaragua, it is here where we take the boat down to Río Frío for about three hours. From the beginning of the trip, our professional guide will explain each one of the plantations that we will see on the way, as well as the flora and fauna of the region.

Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge on Canoe

Hiking to Celeste River

We leave at 7:00 a.m. from La Fortuna. After a typical breakfast in route to Rio Celeste, we'll arrive at the Tenorio Volcano National Park, were we'll begin our 7 k.m hike (approximately 4 hours) through the tropical rain forest. We'll arrive Los Teñíderos of the Rio Celeste, the site where two streams of crystalline water come together and form the heavenly color blue that gives the river its name. We'll return through trails, rich with ecological wonders, that lead us to the OLLAS -- openings in the earth where we can excavate healing muds, take a mud bath, and a dip in the natural hot springs all while observing the attractions of Tenorio Volcano. We'll continue our hike through the jungle to seek out the volcano's furnace vents that expel gases of extreme high temperatures. On our decent we will get to see the spectacular Rio Celeste waterfall whose color makes it one of a kind. Our final reward is an exquisite lunch at the end of our journey.

Early Bird Walk Afternoon Cook Down

Birds are most active early in the morning and become active again as the day cools into evening. Join us for one or both of these walks in the La Fortuna area or near your hotel, for an amazing display of tropical birds. You are likely to see toucans, parrots, oropendolas, colorful tanagers and parakeets. For the more experienced birdwatcher, we can focus on seeing, Royal Flycatchers, White-fronted Nunbirds, Cinnamon Woodpeckers and other less commonly seen species. We will tailor the tour for you. "Early Bird Walks" includes coffee and a fruit snack. We will wrap up both by listing and discussing the birds we have seen.akes it very special. After a refreshing swim we will return to La Fortuna town by car.

Quads Adventure

The Quads Adventure ATV tour not only gives you the opportunity for adventure and fun but also includes nature and unique views of the majestic Arenal Volcano (visibility permitting). The trail you will traverse goes through pastureland at the base of the volcano from which you will have numerous opportunities to view the volcano before eventually arriving at Lago de Los Lirios (Lilly Lake) which has the distinction of being the only lake in the area that contains sulfur residues from the volcano. From there you will continue on the trail passing through Tropical Humid Forest giving you the opportunity to observe the area's flora and fauna before arriving at lookout point where we will have drinks and fruit for you. From this lookout point you will enjoy one of the best views of the volcano and some of its most recent flows as your expert naturalist guide tell you about the volcano's history and characteristics. After two hours of combining adrenaline with nature you will return to where you started on the ATVs. Here you will get to see and learn about crocodiles, frogs and the area's beautiful butterflies. Finally, before returning to your hotel you will have the opportunity to take a dip in complex's swimming pools. Enjoy your stay in Costa Rica.

Rapel - Canyoning

Adventure filled with adrenaline and natural scenic beauty. A vertical descent using ropes and harness. All of our guides are highly prepared in safety, public service, and nature. They will accompany you at all times ensuring that your so valuable vacation time would be filled to your utmost advantage. This excursion starts in two different ways; whether it be comfortably seated in an tractor cart, that lasts about 20 minutes, or horse back riding approximately 45 minutes, after we arrive at the Pino Blanco Waterfall Observation Deck, we start by using a 300 meter zip line that begins at an 18 meter high tower and crosses a spectacular canyon to your final destination where you will live an unequaled adventure. The Quads Adventure ATV tour not only gives you the opportunity for adventure and fun but also includes nature and unique views of the majestic Arenal Volcano (visibility permitting). The trail you will traverse goes through pastureland at the base of the volcano from which you will have numerous opportunities to view the volcano before eventually arriving at Lago de Los Lirios (Lilly Lake) which has the distinction of being the only lake in the area that contains sulfur residues from the volcano. From there you will continue on the trail passing through Tropical Humid Forest giving you the opportunity to observe the area's flora and fauna before arriving at lookout point where we will have drinks and fruit for you. From this lookout point you will enjoy one of the best views of the volcano and some of its most recent flows as your expert naturalist guide tell you about the volcano's history and characteristics. After two hours of combining adrenaline with nature you will return to where you started on the ATVs. Here you will get to see and learn about crocodiles, frogs and the area's beautiful butterflies. Finally, before returning to your hotel you will have the opportunity to take a dip in complex's swimming pools. Enjoy your stay in Costa Rica

Horseback Riding to Monteverde

We leave from La Fortuna early in the morning to the Arenal Dam. A motorboat takes us to the other side of the Arenal Lake to El Castillo, a town where the horses will be ready for us. We ride for three and a half hours, crossing rivers, grasslands and forests. We will climb up over 3300 feet (1 km.) until we reach the cloud forest. This is probably the most spectacular trip you will find in Costa Rica - traveling by horseback on the old trade route used by locals for decades! On our horseback tour, traveling to or from Monteverde, you avoid some of the worst pothole filled roads in the country. In addition, it gives you the opportunity to see some of the most stunning scenery in the world as you ride nearby the Children's Rainforest Reserve and the Monteverde Cloud Forest! This is a remarkable adventure and you maximize your valuable travel time.

Early Bird Watching Tour

With over 850 species of birds Costa Rica is a great place for birding. With your experienced naturalist guide, you will be able to view some of the following eye-catching species; The Cattle Egret, Crested Caracara, Laughing Flacon and the Squirrel Cuckoo just to mention a few. Our experiences guides carry binoculars and field handbooks and to help you understand and learn about these magnificent birds. Witnessing these spectacular birds is optimized in the early morning or as the day cools into the evening when they are most active.

Cloud Forest Adventure & Learning Center

In this exotic adventure you will visit a conservation project located near the Monteverde area. The Selvatura Canopy Tour will allow you to experience the Cloud Forest just as the birds do. Your adrenaline level is guaranteed to rise to its maximum on this tour. If you do not want to try the Canopy Tour there are trails with walkways bridges where you can take your time observing the birds, flora and fauna from the hanging bridges as well as see one of the world's largest private insect collections in the learning center.

Corobici River Safari Float Tour

On this full day trip you will enjoy adventure and learn about the animals of Costa Rica while floating down the beautiful Corobici River . This gentle float trip is safe for young and old alike while taking in the sights of birds, monkeys and other wildlife that thrive along the river's edge. The river is bordered by a tropical dry forest where you will se towering trees. You will also visit Los Pumas Rescue Center where you can see all varieties of cats that are located in Costa Rica as well as many species of birds and white face monkeys.

Liberia Shopping Tour

You can still walk around the center of Liberia and have a glimpse of what was the white city. Historically, Liberia has been called "La Ciudad Blanca" because of its white adobe houses, white dirt roads and its people who dressed all in white because of the extreme heat. You have the opportunities for buy some souvenirs in this city.

Others Activities

We offers half day tours like: Horseback Riding, Sunset Cruise, Snorkel, Scuba Diving, Sport Fishing, A.T.V. Tours y others.

Leatherback Turtle Nesting at Playa Grande

This tour is offered only between Nov & Jan each year. Please be advised that this tour operates according to the Leatherback Turtles schedule and long waits until the turtles appear are sometimes common. The Leatherback turtle is the largest living turtle in the world and can reach 8 feet in length. There turtles are an amazing phenomenon and are endangered worldwide. You will witness the mother as she fans away the sand to make her nest and then lays her eggs before returning to the sea. Included are Naturalist Guide, snacks and water.

One Day Adventure Combo

It's a Real adventure tour! All the family can enjoy of one day with Fun and Adventure, In this tour you must do a Canopy tour, but are more things than just zip lines, Imagine yourserlf doing rappelling,Rock Climbieng, tarzan Swings, Via Ferrata, Hanging Bridges, all set in the majestic canyon made by the erosion of the Blanco River during millions of years. Then you must do hiking, horseback riding to waterfalls, floating the Negro River in your own inner tube and Volcanic Mud Baths are just a few of the many activities you can experience.

Class II & III White Water Rafting

The Colorado River is a narrow river where you will pass through canyon walls as you experience water rapids, lush vegetation, wildlife and pristine isolation. Upon your arrival you will receive safety instructions and then board your 2 person raft. Here you will have the option of being accompanied by a guide or have them follow you closely in another raft. This is sure to be an exciting tour for the beginner or the experienced rafter. Get ready to observe herons and iguanas basking on the riverside as howler monkeys play on the tree branches above you. You can enjoy nature and wild life.

Canopy Tour

In this tour you can fell the Adventure through the tropical dry forest starts and the feel the wind in your skin while you cross the forest observing the flora and fauna and enjoy of the adventure that this tour offer.

Arenal Volcano, Hot Springs

Your trip to Costa Rica will not be complete without visiting the magnificent Arenal Volcano and Tabacon Hot Springs. First you will visit Los Pumas Rescue Center where you can see all the varieties of cats that are located in Costa Rica as well as many species of birds and monkeys. Feel and see the power of being in the presence of an active volcano while hiking old lava fields then afterwards soak your body into therapeutic waters of the Hot Springs while watching for the burst of lava from the top of the Volcano.

Rincon de la Vieja Guided Hike

Hiking trough the Rincon de la Vieja National Park is a great experience for the entire family. As you hike boiling hot mud springs, sulfur springs, steam vents, and fumaroles are abundant at Las Pilas inside the park, there you can find wildlife and exotic flora. Naturalist Guide and typical lunch is included.

Guaitil Pottery, Santa Cruz and Coope Tortilla

This exciting tour takes you to the town of Guaitil which is a small village close to Santa Cruz and is a primary center of Costa Rican folklore in this area. The people of Guaitil use local clays, natural dyes and wood burning ovens to make beautiful pottery just as they ancestors did. Next you will enjoy a town tour of Santa Cruz and lunch in a typical restaurant that is owned and operated by 14 ladies. Wood burning stoves and adobe style ovens are used for cooking. There will also be an opportunity to shop for local crafts.

Palo Verde National Park and Guaitil Pottery

The natural hydrologic system of Palo Verde create the right conditions to produce in the zone the most important concentration of birds in the country and Central America. This is a birdwatchers paradise as well as a perfect spot to see lots of crocodiles, some monkeys, reptiles, as you cruise the Tempisque River by boat. After lunch you will pass by the famous artisan village of Guaitil and learn about the Chorotega Indians and can watch the artists as they make the pottery that heritage from their Pre Columbian ancestors.

Rio Celeste Guided Rainforest Hike

A legend tells that after God was done panting the sky, he washed the brushes in Rio Celeste (River Light Blue). Once in the Tenorio National Park you will begin hiking through a primary forest with your naturalist guide who will tech you about the jungle and point out troops of howler monkeys prancing in the branches along with many other animals. This is truly a great tour for the active traveler who loves nature. As you descend you will get to see the spectacular Rio Celeste Waterfall with its unique blue color.

Buena Vista Adventure & Canopy Tour - Combo

Is a full day tour that includes the Canopy Tour, hot springs, Natural Spa, thrilling Waterslide, Horseback Riding. This fun filled day has something for everyone and is sure to please the adrenaline seeker as well as the nature lover. Glide through the air on the canopy in the shadows of the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano then take a ride on horseback through the trails as you take in the sights of the beauty of Costa Rica. Afterwards soothe your muscles with the therapeutic hot Volcanic Mud Bath and swimming pool. Naturalist Guide and typical lunch is included. And don't forget the waterslide that is funny.

Loras Turtle Nesting at Playa Ostional

These beautiful sea turtles lay from 80 to 100 eggs each, weighing over 100 pounds and reaching over 2.5 feet long. The Lora turtle may become extinct within the next 20 years if their rate of decline is not stopped. Although chances to see these turtles are possible at any time the main season is between May & Feb with the peak in December but seeing hundreds of turtles at night is very common. Photographs are not permitted after dark so we have afternoon departures so you may view the turtles at sunset as well as night time.

Barra Honda Caves Hike

Hike in the Barra Honda National Park have main attraction is an intricately large system of limestone caverns which house a multitude of capricious forms and figures. Reef rocks constitute Barra Honda hill, of 300mts tall, which means, by old reefs that sink caused by an elevation provoked by tectonics faults 60 millions of years ago. You can enjoy of this caves and see the flora and fauna of this place, you can t see, coatis, agutis, anteaters and monkeys also point out species of tree and medical plants. These Hike takes around one hour approx and this hike is difficult, because depending on your physical fitness.