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Things to do in La Fortuna

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Top 25 things to do in La Fortuna

  1. Tour and Night Walk La Fortuna, La Fortuna01

    1. Tour and Night Walk La Fortuna

    5.0· 130 reviews2 hoursFrom₹5,263/ person
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    Experience an unrivalled experience on ANURA, the eco-friendly night tour that stands out in La Fortuna. In a small group of up to 8 people per guide. For 2 hours, it runs through 9 lagoons and a majestic lake on a specially restored trail, where the abundant local fauna is displayed in all its glory. Our professional guides will take you to discover alligators, a wide variety of frogs, reptiles, amphibians, birds and insects, in an environment that has been transformed by a firm commitment to ecological restoration. Unlike other tours in the area, ANURA combines safety, education and sustainability, offering a unique experience that connects you deeply with nature. Book now and find out why ANURA is the favorite choice for wildlife lovers! You can also learn more about our commitment at: https://anuracostarica.com/our-commitment/

  2. Zipline Tour in La Fortuna with Arenal Volcano Views, La Fortuna02

    2. Zipline Tour in La Fortuna with Arenal Volcano Views

    5.0· 283 reviews1.5 hoursFrom₹5,360/ person
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    Enjoy an exciting zipline adventure with incredible views of the Arenal Volcano (if weather permits) at Airtime Zipline Adventure, located just minutes from downtown La Fortuna and next to the famous Sloth Watching Trail. The course features 9 cables (including a practice line) and 10 platforms, built with sustainable and recycled materials. Perfect for families and beginners, this activity offers a thrilling experience without extreme heights children 4 years and older are welcome! Our professional guides will ensure your safety and fun throughout the tour. We operate with all official permits and insurance from the Costa Rican Tourism Board (ICT), giving you total peace of mind. On clear days, you’ll soar with amazing volcano views while enjoying a memorable experience surrounded by nature. The adventure lasts only a couple of hours, so it’s easy to fit into your La Fortuna itinerary.

  3. Upper Balsa River White Water Rafting Class 3/4 in Costa Rica, La Fortuna03

    3. Upper Balsa River White Water Rafting Class 3/4 in Costa Rica

    5.0· 1957 reviews5 hoursFrom₹7,504/ person
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    The balsa river is the best white water rafting choice in the northern area of Costa Rica this great class 3 &4 on the upper part, Balsa River for an adventure you won’t forget anytime soon! Stop along the way to rest a bit, do a little swimming, and enjoy some fresh Costa Rica fruit. After white water rafting, you will get a clean towel and a water bottle, and we’ll take you to a local restaurant to have a Costa Rica style lunch Daily tours leave at 08:30 am from La Fortuna for our Class IV White Water Rafting Adventure on the Balsa  River and includes round trip transportation from local La Fortuna hotels, all equipment, guides, fruit on the river, towels, water, & costarican lunch. We come back to La Fortuna town at 13:30. This tour is appropriate for anyone with 12 years and older.

  4. White Water Rafting Class II and III, La Fortuna04

    4. White Water Rafting Class II and III

    5.0· 862 reviews6 hoursFrom₹6,335/ person
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    White Water Rafting Class II & III!! A fun combination of whitewater thrills and areas where the water is docile enough to jump in and go for a swim. This is perfect for a family adventure and for beginners. Wildlife abound in this section of the Balsa so keep an eye out for sloths, iguanas, howler monkeys and a vast array of tropical birds. However this trip is not all about relaxation. The rolling, tumbling class 2-3 rapids will be enough to bring laughter and excitement to the whole family. The trip will be guided by our awesome and safe guides that could make a puddle of mud fun. As with every trip, there will be one stop for locally grown, organic fruits and another stop for an authentic Costa Rican lunch, you’ll also learn about the growing, harvesting, production of chocolate, medical plants, fruits and sugar cane.

  5. Sarapiqui River Extreme White Water Rafting Class IV, La Fortuna05

    5. Sarapiqui River Extreme White Water Rafting Class IV

    5.0· 835 reviews5 hoursFrom₹8,576/ person
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    The Sarapiquí River is one of the most exuberant rivers in the area with continues rapids class 4 and 3 for over 2 hours, with lots of wildlife during the descent like sloths, monkeys, toucan’s and more. This river is considered a Natural Monument of Costa Rica due to its nature and cultural history. The 3,739-hectare La Selva Biological Station is located in this region, one of the three most important neotropical ecological research and conservation stations in Costa Rica, owned by the Organization for Tropical Studies. In simple words you can enjoy the adrenaline and nature offered by our rafting tours, inside one of the most important biologicals territories in the world.

  6. Canyoning Adventure Rappelling Waterfalls in Arenal Volcano, La Fortuna06

    6. Canyoning Adventure Rappelling Waterfalls in Arenal Volcano

    5.0· 1121 reviews5 hoursFrom₹9,258/ person
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    Immerse yourself in an unparalleled adventure by booking our thrilling canyoning and waterfall rappelling, in the enchanting setting of Pocosol Forest. Situated near the renowned Children's Eternal Rainforest and nestled within the majestic Peñas Blancas River Canyon, this activity will offer you the chance to conquer four waterfalls in a dreamlike natural environment. What makes this activity so unique and intriguing? Not only will you face the challenge of descending down crystal-clear cascades, but you will also experience an authentic encounter with the biodiversity that surrounds these aquatic wonders. Our expert guides will provide you with precise instructions for safe rappelling, and they will also share their deep knowledge of the local ecology and the importance of preserving these ecosystems. From the roar of the water to the lush vegetation enveloping you, every moment on this activity is an opportunity to connect with nature in its purest form.

  7. Balsa River White Water Rafting class 2/3 in Costa Rica, La Fortuna07

    7. Balsa River White Water Rafting class 2/3 in Costa Rica

    5.0· 1991 reviews5 hoursFrom₹7,114/ person
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    This 2.5-hour journey with your professional guide down a lush Costa Rican river offers the thrill of big waves and excitement for the whole family. Navigate 10 kilometers of white water rapids, stop along the way to rest a bit, do a little swimming, and enjoy some fresh Costa Rica fruit.  After white water rafting, enjoy a Costa Rica style lunch at a local restaurant.

  8. North Fields Cafe: Craft Specialty Coffee and Chocolate Tour, La Fortuna08

    8. North Fields Cafe: Craft Specialty Coffee and Chocolate Tour

    5.0· 2420 reviews2.5 hoursFrom₹4,483/ person
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    North Fields Cafe offers a two hour local family owned experience in Costa Rica, located close to Arenal Volcano area and its hot springs

  9. Sloth Watching Tour in La Fortuna - Wildlife Experience, La Fortuna09

    9. Sloth Watching Tour in La Fortuna - Wildlife Experience

    5.0· 1743 reviews1.5 hoursFrom₹6,147/ person
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    The tours are available during the day from 7am to 4pm, here our guides and staff members will be waiting for you to give one of the greatest experience and must do experiences in Costa Rica and Arenal area. Smal Rainforest where you will have the oporttunity of finding two and three toes sloth as well the beatifull poison froags and some species of birds such as the Toucan. nice short activity if you dont have time to visit all the attractions of the country.

  10. Arenal Volcano Canyoning; Top Rated Waterfall Rappel Adventure, La Fortuna10

    10. Arenal Volcano Canyoning; Top Rated Waterfall Rappel Adventure

    5.0· 1067 reviews3 hoursFrom₹10,233/ person
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    We have 4 descents, 2 canopy lines, 3 jumps to natural pools, lockers, showers and trails. We maintain the protocols required by the Ministry of Health

  11. Sloth Observation, Coffee, Chocolate & Sugar Cane Experience, La Fortuna11

    11. Sloth Observation, Coffee, Chocolate & Sugar Cane Experience

    5.0· 804 reviews3 hoursFrom₹9,746/ person
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    This activity will lead to our Sloth Park to start, we will walk trough the rainforest 1.5 to 2 hours inside the trails and you can get to see two and three toes sloths and some poisonous froags and snakes even birds. Done with the hike we will visit the second section of the the park to get your amazing chocolate coffee and sugar tasting along all the information provided in by our tour guides. Very instructive and educative tour!!

  12. La Fortuna: Peñas Blancas River Wildlife Safari Float Tour, La Fortuna12

    12. La Fortuna: Peñas Blancas River Wildlife Safari Float Tour

    4.9· 209 reviews3.5 hoursFrom₹6,919/ person
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    Come lets Float Down the Peñas Blancas river, trying to see any type of wildlife and mother nature will fulfill all of our needs, in the land where we are "Pura Vida".

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The activities ranked above are sorted by traveller rating and review count — start with the top 3 if you're short on time. La Fortuna is strongest on heritage walks, food tours and outdoor day trips; the listicle covers all three categories. Most experiences are 3–6 hours and can be combined with a morning visit to a landmark.

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