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La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike (Private Tour)

1. La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike (Private Tour)

It’s important to keep in mind that the private tour guarantees no one else will be in your group tour and with the same tour guide at the time you pick. However, there will be other people in the river and in the waterfall by the time we get there because rivers in Costa Rica can not be private. The private tour means that you will have a guide assisting your group only at all times and that you won’t be part of a big tour group while doing the tour Located in Curubandé, Guanacaste near Rincon de la Vieja Volcano. We will walk in the forest next to the Blanco river that comes from the volcano, go around incredible rock formations, cross streams of water, go up small ladders until at the very end we will pull ourselves with a rope inside the water to get into a big cave to see La Leona Waterfall Summary Distance: 2km each way (1.5 miles each way) Duration: 3hrs total from start to finish Difficulty: Treacherous Hike Moderate Level This tour is not an easy walk in the park, This is an adventure hike. What You Get Dry Bags: To take small belongings to the tour Facilities: Changing rooms and bathrooms Life jackets: If you need them they will be available Tour Guides What to Bring? Closed toe shoes (no flip flops ) (Keens/chacos are okay to wear) Shoes with a good grip Extra clothes to change Extra shoes to change Towels

La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike (Group Tour)

2. La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike (Group Tour)

Located in Curubandé, Guanacaste near Rincon de la Vieja Volcano. We will walk in the forest next to the blanco river that comes from the volcano, go around incredible rock formations, cross streams of water, go up small ladders until at the very end we will pull ourselves with a rope inside a huge canyon in the water to get into a big cave and get to see La Leona Waterfall. Summary Distance: 2km each way (1.5 miles each way) Duration: 3hrs total from start to finish Difficulty: Treacherous Hike Moderate Level This tour is not an easy walk in the park, This is an Adventure Hike. When booking this tour keep in mind you’re booking a group tour with other people in it. There can be up to 20 people per tour group, everyone with different nationalities and cultures, please be respectful and friendly with everyone in the group.

Guanacaste: Sensoria Rainforest Walking and Thermals Tour

3. Guanacaste: Sensoria Rainforest Walking and Thermals Tour

Enjoy an eco-luxury rainforest experience at Sensoria in the Costa Rican rainforest on Rincon de la Vieja Volcano. Walk through the exotic jungle, see the fluorescent Aguilar Waterfall and swim in Pilon Thermal Pool, before ending your visit with a delicious lunch of local produce.  On arrival, your guide is waiting to take you on a trek through the beautiful tropical rainforest on the northern slope of the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano. The 6km trail is alive with a vibrant ecosystem and there is plenty of wildlife and plants to be seen along the way.  Feel the strength of the fresh wind channeled through the canyon at Buenos Aires Waterfall. See continuously running fresh water at Danta Pool and Waterfall, a natural magnet for wildlife which can often be seen drinking and bathing here. Walk to Aguilar Pool and Waterfall, rich in silicon which covers the river stones in a smooth white layer. The sun’s reflection produces a magical fluorescent blue color that is hard to resist.  Explore the magnificent Jicara Pool and Waterfall, named after a very special tree - Jicaro de Danto. This unique tree is endemic to the Guanacaste and Tilaran mountain ranges and its fruit which looks like giant pickles is loved by tapirs and bats. Take a dip in the warm, curative volcanic waters of Pilon Thermal Pool. These waters are widely known for their healing and nourishing properties for the skin and hair. If weather permits, your guide can take you to the canopy of the Rincon de la Vieja National Park, where on a clear day you can see the Lake of Nicaragua and the majestic Rincón de la Vieja Volcano. Finish your rainforest experience with lunch. Select from a menu offering vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and omnivorous options. Enjoy delicious Costa Rican coffee afterward along with locally made sweets.

La Leona Waterfall & River Tubing

4. La Leona Waterfall & River Tubing

Not suited for guests with knee, ankle, walking, or mobility limitations. Please take into consideration that the required minimum age for river tubing is 6 years old Description: La Leona Waterfall Embark on a thrilling adventure hike through the forest to reach the majestic La Leona Waterfall. Marvel at the incredible rock formations, cross water streams, and climb small ladders. At the end of the hike, we’ll pull ourselves with a rope to reach a massive cave, where you can swim and explore the breathtaking waterfall. Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime experience! Description: River Tubing Join us for a thrilling river tubing adventure on a narrow, turbulent river with 4km (2.5 miles) of Class I, II and III rapids! Bounce and splash your way through endless fun and excitement with our specially-designed individual rafts that include handles and protective bottoms. With our expert guides, you can rest assured that safety and enjoyment are guaranteed throughout the entire experience. Summary of the Activities La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike: 2km each way (1.5 miles each way) Duration: 3hrs from start to finish Difficulty: Treacherous Hike Moderate Level (Not suited for guests with knee, walking or mobility issues) River Tubing: 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) of Class I , II and III rapids along this narrow, turbulent river of crystal clear waters. Duration: 1hr 30min.

La Leona Waterfall Private Walking Tour

5. La Leona Waterfall Private Walking Tour

Immerse yourself in the natural landscape of the Guanacaste area on a hiking tour with a private guide from Tamarindo. Cross rivers, climb canyons, and tailor the tour to your interests. Enjoy La Leona waterfall by swimming in its pool and exploring the nearby caves and rock formations. Start with pickup from your hotel in the Guanacaste area before driving to the nature preserve. Hike a route to La Leona waterfall which takes you across rivers and canyons. On the way, pass by two smaller waterfalls hidden between the canyons, and make a stop to swim in the turquoise river. Adapt the private tour to your interests and fitness levels, and learn about the landscape of the region from your local guide. Finish with a drop-off back at your accommodation.

Guanacaste: 3-in-1 Rincon de la Vieja Park Nature Day Pass

6. Guanacaste: 3-in-1 Rincon de la Vieja Park Nature Day Pass

Enjoy a full-day Nature Pass to Rincon de la Vieja National Park and enjoy everything it has to offer, including wildlife and plants, a volcano, and beautiful natural landscapes. Explore the park with this full-day attraction ticket. Take an amazing nature trip in Guanacaste, Costa Rica with the one-day Nature Pass. Take advantage of the perks of a combo tour, and experience breath-taking nature and wildlife, stunning volcanic activity, and the scenic grandeur of the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano. Discover exotic wildlife on the breathtaking Las Pailas Trail in Rincon de la Vieja National Park. Stroll around Oropendola Waterfall and plunge into its stunning blue pool to refresh yourself. Prepare yourself to enjoy the hot springs and soothing volcanic mud baths after swimming in the waterfalls, and relax in the peaceful atmosphere. Taste a delicious buffet lunch at the Hacienda Guachipelin Restaurant as part of your adventure.

Guanacaste: Sensoria Rainforest Thermal Pools Entry Ticket

7. Guanacaste: Sensoria Rainforest Thermal Pools Entry Ticket

Discover all the sensations that our luxury experience has to offer, surrounded by the impressive rainforests and their gigantic trees near the Rincón de la Vieja volcano. Rediscover the meaning of relaxation while living the luxury experience in our thermal pools that arouse the emotions of all the senses, imagine yourself enjoying the treasures of the forest, while learning about the wonders that the foliage of the forest hides and its thousands of secrets together with our certified guides that will guarantee an experience of knowledge, adventure and contact with nature. An exclusive experience that begins with an impressive view of the rainforest from our platform, here you will be able to see the immensity of Sensoria from its highest point, with views of Lake Nicaragua and our most famous neighbor, the Rincón de la Vieja volcano. Continue taking advantage of the experience with a walk through our trails to explore the incomparable waterfalls of celestial water that cross the 100 hectares of this natural paradise, we are talking about the majestic falls, Buenos Aires and Aguilar. Exercise body and mind immersed in the tranquility of the forest and its world of sounds, while walking the 4 miles of trails that take you to enjoy the different pools that Sensoria offers to all its visitors. Your entry ticket not only includes access to five of our thermal pools, but also the unbeatable opportunity to enjoy the romantic privacy of our luxury pool: the Sanum Per Aqua Pool. Lounge with an on demand butler, surrounded by pristine rainforest; as you delight yourself in a thermal pool and massage your body with a water stream. Enjoy our cheese platters and our selection of wine; as you unwind in the rainforest. Before the end of your trip, enjoy lunch in our main house and please yourself with our special service.

Guanacaste: Sensoria Thermal Pools in Rincon de la Vieja

8. Guanacaste: Sensoria Thermal Pools in Rincon de la Vieja

Embark on a relaxing trip to the thermal pools of the Sensoria Land of Senses and Magical Rainforest in Alajuela Province. Walk through the lush rainforest and experience the healing waters of a cold and warm spring. Lunch, entry fees, and a bilingual tour guide are included in your trip. Amongst the greenery of the Rincon de la Vieja National Park, arrive at Sensoria, known as the Land of Senses and Magical Rainforest. Meet your guide and enjoy a welcome drink before grabbing a walking stick and venturing into the forest. Your entry ticket not only includes access to the natural thermal pools, but also to the Buenos Aires Waterfall, Aguilar Waterfall, and the observation platform, so you’ll have plenty to see as you spend time in Sensoria.   First, make your way to a picturesque spot named after a very special tree, the Jícaro Danto (Parmentiera varelii). This unique tree is endemic to the Guanacaste and Tilarán mountain ranges, meaning it cannot be found anywhere else in the world. Then, take a dip in warm, curative volcanic waters. Float away with the canopy above and refresh your spirit as you admire the surrounding forest. Feel the warmth of the nourishing hypothermal waters and find shelter beneath a hanging ranch or massage your body with a rainforest shower. Experience a unique natural pool with marble floors that gathers healing waters from two different springs: one cold and one warm. Before the end of your trip, enjoy lunch (choice of chicken wrap, vegetarian wrap, gluten-free salad, or rice with chicken).

Tamarindo: Canyon de La Vieja 1-Day Adventure Pass

9. Tamarindo: Canyon de La Vieja 1-Day Adventure Pass

Discover all the fun outdoor activities available at Canyon de la Vieja Adventure Lodge with a 1-day adventure pass. Try out many different adventurous activities as well as relaxing mud baths. Enjoy a wide variety of adventure activities all in the company of specialized guides who will be with you at all times:  Tubing - Float comfortably in an inner tube through the waters of the beautiful Colorado River on a 2.5 km long journey White water rafting - Using an inflatable boat called "Doki", enjoy the journey with categories class 2 and 3 rapids (depending on the weather conditions); the trip is about 3 km long, and it takes approximately 1:10 hour Zipline - Travel from one end of the Colorado River Canyon to the other, with a total of 9 cables and 17 platforms, offers to you an impressive view of nature below; cables that vary in length from 150 m to 360 m long and 75 m high. Rappel-Rock Climbing - Enjoy the adrenaline of descending a natural rock wall that measures 55 ft. height. Once you are at the foot of the wall, you will proceed to climb it. To complete a perfect day, relax and treat yourself after a day of intense adventure with the included sauna, volcanic mud baths, and different temperatures swimming pools. Enjoy a full-service restaurant located on top of the Colorado River Canyon with a wide variety of dishes as well as fresh local fruit juices and traditional local dessert with Costa Rican coffee.

From Guanacaste: Rio Celeste, Sloth Sanctuary & Waterfall

10. From Guanacaste: Rio Celeste, Sloth Sanctuary & Waterfall

An adventurous hike in Tenorio Volcano National Park to see one of Costa Rica’s most famous natural wonders Rio Celeste, known for its divine hue of turquoise. You will also visit an organic farm and animal shelter where you will visit the sloths, frogs, and more! Then to the breathtaking Llanos de Cortes Waterfall, well off the beaten path where you can swim under the falls.

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