Río Celeste & Tenorio Volcano National Park Hike
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Overview
Discover one of Costa Rica’s most magical natural wonders on this unforgettable full-day experience. Hidden in the lush rainforest of Tenorio Volcano National Park, Río Celeste is famous for its surreal blue waters — a natural phenomenon you have to see to believe.
Your adventure begins with a 6-kilometer guided hike along scenic trails that wind through the jungle. Along the way, you’ll visit key highlights of the park, including:
✔️ The iconic Río Celeste Waterfall
✔️ Los Teñideros, where two rivers magically meet and turn blue
✔️ Bubbling hot springs and volcanic fumaroles
✔️ Lush landscapes full of flora, fauna, and hidden surprises
After the hike, enjoy a hearty traditional Costa Rican lunch, and if weather and park conditions allow, cool off with a refreshing dip in a nearby part of the river — locals say its mineral-rich water is revitalizing for the body and mind!
This experience is perfect for nature lovers, photographers, and curious travelers looking to immerse themselves in a fairytale-like setting filled with color, biodiversity, and wonder.
Duration: Approx. 7–8 hours
Level: Moderate (trail includes steps, mud, and uneven terrain)
Includes: Bilingual guide, park entrance, lunch, transportation (from La Fortuna)
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What to bring?
- Comfortable clothes (lightweight & breathable)
- Closed-toe hiking shoes or sturdy sneakers
- Rain jacket or poncho (weather can change quickly)
- Sunscreen & insect repellent
- Hat & sunglasses
- Reusable water bottle
- Camera or phone for photos
- Small backpack for your belongings
Booking Information:
- Price: Price is per person.
- Sales Tax: A 13% sales tax will be added upon booking.
- Tour Availability: All tours are subject to availability.
- Minimum Booking Requirement: A minimum of two (2) people per booking is required. If you are a solo traveler, please contact us directly by email or WhatsApp for availability.
- Children: Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Transportation: Transportation from most hotels or vacation rentals is included in the price. However, if your hotel or vacation rental is located far from downtown La Fortuna or the route to Arenal Volcano, extra pick-up fees may be charged. Please confirm this during booking.
- Departure Times: Departure times are approximate. The precise pick-up time will be provided on your travel voucher.
Cancellation Policy
- Standard Cancellations: If you need to cancel your reservation for any reason, please send an email to info@toursinarenal.com at least 24 hours prior to your service. You will receive a full refund, except for the 5% credit card fee.
- Holiday Cancellations: For cancellations during the holiday peak season (December 20th - January 4th), please send a written email to info@toursinarenal.com at least 72 hours before your scheduled service. A full refund will be issued, minus the 5% credit card fee.
- Company Cancellations: We reserve the right to cancel a trip due to unfavorable conditions and will only operate tours according to our policies. A full refund will be provided if, on rare occasions, a tour does not run.
- No-Show Policy: Guests must arrive at the agreed-upon time and location. The guide will wait a maximum of 5 minutes. If the guest does not show up, the reservation will be charged 100%.
- Unused Services: Once travel has begun, unused portions of the service will not be eligible for refunds.
Payments
- Currency: Payments will be processed in US dollars.
- Payment Process: Your credit card will be charged using a secure payment link once the service is confirmed.
- Booking Confirmation: Prices, transportation, attractions, services, and travel dates are not confirmed until we receive the required payment.