Private Arenal Highlights – Three Landscapes in One Day
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Overview
Explore Arenal's volcanic landscapes, rainforest bridges, and La Fortuna Waterfall on a private guided outing. This experience combines three contrasting natural attractions in one day. Your group explores the region with a dedicated guide.
Start with a volcano hike that introduces Arenal's geological history. Your guide explains how past eruptions shaped the terrain and affected the surrounding landscape. The designated walking area offers a closer look at the region's volcanic features without climbing the summit.
Next, explore the tropical forest on trails and hanging bridges. Elevated crossings reveal different views of the vegetation. Your guide can explain forest ecology and help you look for wildlife, although sightings depend on natural conditions.
La Fortuna Waterfall adds another perspective. Follow the visitor trail and descend the stairs toward the base, where dense rainforest surrounds the waterfall. Remember that the return involves climbing those stairs.
The private Arenal Highlights tour suits couples, families, and friends who want to visit several major attractions together. A guide accompanies only your party, giving you more opportunities to ask questions. Private guiding, however, does not automatically mean you can change the route or schedule.
Pause at a local organic farm for a traditional Costa Rican lunch prepared on a wood-fired stove with fresh ingredients harvested from the farm.
We recommend this combination for travelers who want a varied day rather than three separate outings. Expect several walking sections, elevated bridges, and stairs. Consider these demands carefully if your group includes young children or someone with limited mobility.
The private Arenal Highlights tour focuses on experiencing distinct landscapes in a single itinerary. Each stop highlights a different feature of the area's remarkable natural setting. Weather, trail conditions, and the group's needs can influence how the day unfolds. Check the confirmed arrangements before choosing this option.
Included/Excluded
- Air-conditioned transportation
- Bilingual guides certified by Costa Rican Tourism Board
- Parks Entrance Fee
- Typical lunch in a local organic farm restaurant
- Snacks and Water
What to bring?
- Swimsuit & Comfortable clothes
- 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: Cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled service by emailing to receive a full refund, minus any applicable credit card processing fee (typically 5%).
Holiday Cancellations (December 20 – January 4): Cancellations during this peak season must be submitted at least 72 hours in advance to qualify for a full refund, minus payment processing fees.
Late Cancellations: Cancellations made after the required notice period are subject to a 100% cancellation fee and are non-refundable.
No-Show Policy: Guests must be present at the agreed pickup time and location. Our guide or driver will wait up to 10 minutes. Failure to appear will be considered a no-show and charged in full.
Late Arrival: If you arrive late but the service can still be operated, the tour will proceed on an adjusted schedule. Activities may be shortened, and no partial refunds will be provided.
Illness or Medical Emergencies: Our preferred solution is to reschedule your experience. If rescheduling is not possible, refund requests will be reviewed individually and may require a medical certificate.
Weather & Force Majeure: If Tours in Arenal cancels a service due to severe weather or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control, guests may choose between rescheduling or receiving a full refund.
Company Cancellations: We reserve the right to cancel or modify any service for operational or safety reasons. In such cases, we will offer an alternative, reschedule the service, or provide a full refund.
Unused Services: Once a tour or transfer has started, any unused portion of the service is non-refundable.
Personal Belongings: Tours in Arenal is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal items during transportation or activities.
Liability: By confirming your reservation, you acknowledge that participation is voluntary and at your own risk, and you release Tours in Arenal and its operating partners from liability for events beyond their direct control.
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.
Questions Guests Usually Ask
Is the entire experience private?
Your guide and transportation are reserved for your group. The volcano reserve, La Fortuna Waterfall and Mistico are shared attractions, so other visitors will also be present.
Which attraction do we visit first?
The usual order is the volcano hike, La Fortuna Waterfall, lunch and Mistico Hanging Bridges. The order may change depending on weather, entrance availability or operational conditions.
How physically demanding is the day?
We consider it moderate to active. The volcano portion uses natural terrain, and La Fortuna Waterfall requires approximately 530 steps down and back up.
Can we swim at La Fortuna Waterfall?
Swimming may be possible in permitted areas when conditions are safe. Rain, water levels and currents can affect access.
Will we see wildlife at Mistico?
Mistico offers good opportunities for wildlife observation, especially with a naturalist guide, but specific sightings can never be guaranteed.
Is lunch included?
Yes. A Costa Rican lunch at a local organic farm is included. Please tell us about dietary requirements in advance.
Is this too much for children?
Active children can enjoy the experience, but parents should consider the length of the day and especially the staircase at La Fortuna Waterfall. If you're unsure whether it fits your family, ask us before booking.
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