La Fortuna · Arenal

Mistico Hanging Bridges + La Fortuna Waterfall + Lunch

Half day · 7:50 AM – 3:00 PM

Highlights

  • Easier than the volcano hike — great for families & casual hikers
  • Best wildlife viewing in La Fortuna (monkeys, sloths, frogs)
  • Includes the iconic 70m waterfall swim
  • Free for kids under 4

About this tour

Perfect for travelers who want the rainforest experience without the volcano hike. Walk the 3.5 km Mistico Hanging Bridges trail crossing 6 hanging bridges and 10 metal-structure bridges at different canopy heights, where you can spot monkeys, toucans, sloths, and tree frogs. Then visit La Fortuna Waterfall — descend the 530 steps to the base and swim in its 70-meter cascade pool. Finish with a traditional Costa Rican lunch.

What's included

  • Round-trip transportation
  • Bilingual naturalist guide
  • Mistico Hanging Bridges entrance
  • La Fortuna Waterfall entrance
  • Traditional Costa Rican lunch
  • Fresh tropical fruits
  • Water refill
  • Towel

What to bring

  • Closed hiking shoes
  • Comfortable clothing
  • Swimsuit
  • Sunscreen
  • Insect repellent
  • Water bottle
  • Camera

Departure times

Departure
07:50
Returns ~15:00

Pickup area: La Fortuna - Zone 1 (hotels Jardines del Arenal to Tabacón). Hotels outside this zone may have a small extra transport fee — we'll quote it before you book.

Traveling with kids

Children 0–3 free · 4–11 years 50% off