San José: Arenal Volcano, Hot Springs, & Zip Lining w/ Meals

⭐ Highlights

• ? Scenic journey through volcano landscapes, jungles, and plantations
  
  

• ? Wildlife viewing: sloths, monkeys, toucans, iguanas & more
  
  

• ? Visit La Paz and San Fernando waterfalls
  
  

• ⚡ Zip-line across 7 rainforest canopy cables
  
  

• ? 50-meter rappel above the Arenal River
  
  

• ? Mini coffee tour with tasting
  
  

• ? Relax at Paradise Hot Springs surrounded by lush gardens
  
  

• ?️ Lunch and dinner included
  
  

• ? Cultural presentation by the Maleku Indigenous tribe
  
  

? Full Description

Your journey begins with an early pickup from your hotel in San José. As you leave the city behind, travel through scenic rural landscapes with volcano views, coffee fields, and lush tropical vegetation. Your first experience is a mini coffee tour, where you learn about coffee production and sample freshly brewed Costa Rican coffee.

The adventure continues with stops at La Paz Waterfall and San Fernando Waterfall, where you’ll have opportunities to spot local wildlife such as toucans, hummingbirds, and exotic birds. At a popular nature viewpoint, known as “Iguana Bridge,” you may also see iguanas, monkeys, and sloths resting in the treetops.

Afterward, enjoy a delicious lunch in La Fortuna overlooking the imposing Arenal Volcano. Then it's time for adrenaline: fly across seven zip-line cables high above the rainforest canopy, and descend using a 50-meter rappel over the Arenal River.

Next, visit the Maleku Indigenous Tribe, where you’ll learn about their culture, customs, and traditions. To end your day in pure relaxation, immerse yourself in the warm thermal waters of Paradise Hot Springs, surrounded by tropical gardens and volcano views. After dinner, you’ll return comfortably to San José.

✅ What’s Included

• Round-trip transportation from most San José hotels
  
  

• Professional bilingual guide
  
  

• Entrance fees to all attractions
  
  

• Coffee tour and tasting
  
  

• Zip-lining and rappel activities
  
  

• Visit to waterfalls and wildlife viewing stops
  
  

• Access to Paradise Hot Springs
  
  

• Lunch and dinner
  
  

? What to Bring

• Comfortable walking shoes
  
  

• Swimwear for the hot springs
  
  

• Towel and change of clothes
  
  

• Sandals
  
  

• Sunscreen and insect repellent
  
  

• Rain jacket or poncho (tropical weather)
  
  

❤️ Why Travelers Love It

Travelers consistently praise this tour for packing so many experiences in one day — from adventure and nature to culture and relaxation. Guides are described as friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive, making the long day feel enjoyable and well-organized. Guests especially love the wildlife encounters, the breathtaking volcano views, and the perfect ending at the hot springs. This tour is considered one of the best ways to visit Arenal in a single day while enjoying incredible value.