La Fortuna · Arenal
Río Celeste Waterfall Hike — Tenorio Volcano National Park
Full day · 7:50 AM – 3:30 PMAges 5+
Highlights
- The most photographed waterfall in Costa Rica
- Visit Los Borbollones (sulfur bubbles) and Los Teñideros (the exact point the river turns blue)
- Hike inside a national park with virtually guaranteed wildlife sightings
- Pack a small backpack — there are no shops inside the park
About this tour
A 6 km (3.7 mi) guided hike through Tenorio Volcano National Park to the impossibly turquoise-blue Río Celeste Waterfall — the most photographed natural wonder in Costa Rica. The blue color is the result of a unique mineral reaction where two crystalline streams meet. Along the trail you'll see "Los Borbollones" (sulfur bubbles rising from the riverbed), "Los Teñideros" (the exact point where the two streams join and turn turquoise), and the lookout over the waterfall. Lunch at a local restaurant included.
What's included
- Round-trip transportation (2.5h each way)
- Bilingual naturalist guide
- Tenorio Volcano National Park entrance
- Traditional Costa Rican lunch
- Water refill
What to bring
- •Hiking shoes (essential — trail can be muddy)
- •Long pants
- •Insect repellent
- •Sunscreen
- •Rain jacket
- •Change of clothes
- •Water bottle
- •Camera
Departure times
Departure
07:50
Returns ~15:30
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
Minimum age 5 · 5–11 years 25% off
