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Arenal Volcano Hike: Scenic Photography Adventure
4.7
128 Ratings
La Fortuna
The Arenal Volcano Walk is the most classic and favored excursion offered by Jacamar Tours, featuring mesmerizing volcanic vistas and lakes - an ideal scene for photograph enthusiasts. A visit to this travel spot is incomplete without embarking on this volcanic walk.
The Arenal Volcano Walk is the most classic and favored excursion offered by Jacamar Tours, featuring mesmerizing volcanic vistas and lakes - an ideal scene for photograph enthusiasts. A visit to this travel spot is incomplete without embarking on this volcanic walk.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Arenal Volcano - The tour commences in the northwest region of the volcano, known for having the most volcanic activity during the last eruption period. The journey includes a walk along trails that traverse the regenerating forest and a large expanse of petrified lava, formed by previous eruptions, steep inclines, and sandy soils. Visitors can…
- Arenal Volcano - The tour commences in the northwest region of the volcano, known for having the most volcanic activity during the last eruption period. The journey includes a walk along trails that traverse the regenerating forest and a large expanse of petrified lava, formed by previous eruptions, steep inclines, and sandy soils. Visitors can observe a diverse array of plants, wildlife, and stunning rock formations. In addition to the volcanic scenery, the area provides a breathtaking view of Lake Arenal. Throughout the tour, knowledgeable guides will share fascinating and educational insights about the Volcano’s history, lithological cycles, forest development processes, and general volcanology.
What's Included
- Bottled water included
- National Park fees covered
- Professional driver/guide
- Fresh fruit provided
- Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
- Bottled water included
- National Park fees covered
- Professional driver/guide
- Fresh fruit provided
- Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Additional Information
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Location
Jacamar Naturalist Tours
Main Office is Located up stairs at Lava Lounge Restaurant, beside La Fortuna Church.
La Fortuna, San Carlos, Alajuela.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(128 Ratings)
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Russ
Sep 13, 2025
Just the Hotsprings - We had an amazing experience at Paradise Hotsprings. One person in are party had a bad fall the day before and we had to bow out of the hike (next time). The hotsprings are not to be missed. We left feeling redreshes and rejuvenated.
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Hannah_o
Aug 21, 2025
A nice hike - It was raining, so make sure to bring coverage. It did clear up and we were able to partially see the volcano later on. That is going to be a gamble depending on weather. However, the hike up was nice and we got to see a lot of fauna and flora. The hike was not strenuous at all. Would recommend!
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O2822chadrianac
Aug 5, 2025
A memorable, family-friendly guided volcano hike led by Marco, who shared engaging insights about the area’s history, wi - We did the volcano guided hike with Marco, and it was an incredible experience from start to finish. Marco was extremely knowledgeable and engaging—he shared fascinating historical facts about the volcano and explained the local flora and fauna in a way that was both informative and accessible.
Our 6- and 9-year-old children absolutely loved it! Marco was great with them—patient, kind, and attentive—making sure they were included and interested throughout the hike. The trail was well-paced for families, and the views were breathtaking.
This was one of the highlights of our trip, and we highly recommend the tour, especially with Marco as your guide!
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912carrieb
Jun 21, 2025
Worth your time and money! - Our guide was very knowledgeable about the flora and fauna. Our guide also had a lot of knowledge about the volcano and it's history. I would definitely recommend this tour to people who are in moderately good shape since there is a lot of uphill and stairs.
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Allyson_m
Apr 1, 2025
Arenal Hike and hot springs. - Our tour guide, Miguel was very knowledgeable and a great guide on our hike. I mentioned that I really hoped to see monkeys on our trip. He delivered! He had the bus stop on the side of the road when he saw monkeys in the trees and provided binoculars. He didn’t rush us and let us “do our thing with photos and oohs and aahs.” The hot springs were relaxing and clean. Dinner was a buffet and not the best but feeding tons of people daily, understandably hard to not compromise quality for quantity.
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Jasmine_m
Mar 29, 2025
Andres was wonderful! He... - Andres was wonderful! He took his time and truly focused on making the experience memorable for us and our 4 kiddos ages 9-12. He was very knowledgeable.
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Bobbie_o
Mar 23, 2025
Great! - Amazing experience with great guide! So helpful to learn about the history and wildlife. Would highly recommend.
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Cruiser796205
Feb 16, 2025
Hiking Arenal 1968 with Carlos - do it! - My family and I did the Arenal guided 1968 hiking trail. Carlos was our guide and he was amazing. He was full of information, happy to share and chat with us and answer any questions along the way. We were a group of eight, ranging from ages 12-70. Carlos was careful to make sure everyone was ok all along the hike, and was happy to stop, rest and chat when we needed to. The views were amazing, the terrain was easier in some places but definitely got harder in steeper areas. We highly recommend this tour, and requesting Carlos as your guide (for any tour). After our hike, Carlos provided us with a sweet pineapple treat and time to rest and relax. He then dropped us off at Ecotermales (which was part of our booking through mytannedfeet blog), for dinner and hot springs. Also amazing!!!
We are thrilled to have done this tour and so thankful for Carlos for making it memorable and exciting. Muchos Gracias, Carlo!
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Rob_v
Feb 9, 2025
A disapponitment - Highly overpriced tour. Insufficient information given. E.g. not indicated bathing suit and swim trunks were required. Rather uninterested guide. No effort to spot wildlife. Kids that joined from another family were not taught to respect nature ( yelling, hitting trees and bushes with sticks, etc.)
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Ryan_m
Mar 22, 2025
Sad tour! - Worst tour ever. Didn’t see anything and it poured rain. We were caught in rain storm and as we ascended the guide informed us that they rarely see the mountain and that it always rains on the tour. They don’t tell you these things before you purchase of course. Save your money!
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