Canyoning
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Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica
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Hiking in Arenal Volcano National Park
What a better way to experience the wonders of the Arenal Volcano National Park than hiking on its beautiful mountainsides!
Hiking in Arenal Volcano National Park
From€58
3 hrs
Occasionally sporty
From 8 years-old and up
3 hrs
Occasionally sporty
From 8 years-old and up
Practical information
Go for a hike in Arenal Volcano National Park to the Silencio Viewpoint!
- Total trail route of 2 to 3 km (1.2 to 2 miles)
- Gradual ascent of approximately 200 to 300 meters (656 to 984 feet)
Course of events
Please allow approximately 3 hours for this activity.
- Start with a convenient pickup at your hotel and a scenic drive to the reserve entrance.
- Meet your expert nature guide and learn about the volcanic history and biodiversity of the region.
- Embark on a guided hike through the rainforest and the base of Arenal Volcano (2 to 3 km total).
- Walk along well-maintained trails designed for wildlife observation (monkeys, exotic birds, and other native species).
- Reach the El Silencio viewpoint, located at approximately 600 meters above sea level.
- Admire panoramic views of the imposing Arenal Volcano, Arenal Lake, and the extinct Cerro Chato.
- Complete the hike (approx. 1h30 to 2h30 depending on pace) and return to the park facilities.
- Enjoy the return transfer back to your hotel.
- End of the activity.
Activity requirements
No previous hiking experience is required.
Being in good physical condition is required to take part in this activity, as this hike hike includes sections with moderate ascents and descents on a sometimes uneven terrain.
Special terms
Once your booking has been confirmed, please contact the instructor directly to organize the meeting point and pick-up time. Transportation is included from zone 1 of La Fortuna. For zone 2, 3 and 4, there will be an extra charge.
This activity is not recommended for pregnant or disabled people, or for people with heart problems, respiratory issues, with significant mobility issues or those who have recently undergone surgery or hip replacements.
Spoken languages:
English, SpanishIncluded
- Bilingual Guide
- Transportation (from zone 1 of La Fortuna. Additional costs for zone 2, 3 and 4)
- Snack
- Entrance fee to the National Park
Excluded
- Taxes
Do not forget to bring
- Bottle of water
- Closed-toe shoes (hiking shoes or tennis shoes)
- Rain gear
- Comfortable clothing
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Insect repellent
- Binoculars
- Hat
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Meeting point:
Once your booking has been confirmed, please contact the instructor directly to organize the meeting point and pick-up time (please see special terms).
Spoken languages:
English, SpanishCancellation: Flexible
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What a better way to experience the wonders of the Arenal Volcano National Park than hiking on its beautiful mountainsides!
The Arenal Volcano National Park is without a doubt one of Costa Rica's main touristic attractions. Both adventurers and normal tourists come to visit and wonder at the Costa Rican ecosystems.
This amazing national park host several hiking routes that are generally flat and not very strenuous, which makes them perfect for a leisurely and informative hike with one of our professional nature guides.
You'll start your day in nature after being picked you up at your hotel and being driven to the entrance of the Arenal National Park (if your tour is in the morning) or to the 1968 Trail for afternoon tours.
Then you’ll hike on well-groomed and easy trails that can be found on the skirts of the Arenal Volcano and around Lake Arenal Area. This section of the Arenal Volcano has areas that still show the devastation of the 1968 volcanic eruption that completely changed the landscape! If you are interested, you may ask your guide to show you the dried lava flow from a smaller eruption that happened in 1992!
This guided walk provides great opportunities and magnificent views of the impressive Arenal Volcano, the pristine Lake Arenal and the extinct volcano Cerro Chato, so have your camera ready to snap a couple of pictures!
Desafio Aventura has chosen the best trails so you can really witness the natural wealth of the area. There are parts in each trail that has forested areas where your nature guide will try to spot birds, monkeys and other animals in their natural habitat!
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