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Two days of volcanic views, thermal pools and an optional adventure day in La Fortuna. Relax in Tabacón’s mineral-heated springs and choose from rafting, hanging bridges, horseback or canopy on day two.
Two days of volcanic views, thermal pools and an optional adventure day in La Fortuna. Relax in Tabacón’s mineral-heated springs and choose from rafting, hanging bridges, horseback or canopy on day two.
You step off the minivan and the air changes—humid, floral, edged with sulfur and the distant shape of Arenal rising above the canopy. Early light picks out the volcano’s profile while steam threads up from the thermal pools at Tabacón, inviting slow movement and longer breaths.
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Operated by Destiny Travel Costa Rica · La Fortuna, Alajuela
You step off the minivan and the air changes—humid, floral, edged with sulfur and the distant shape of Arenal rising above the canopy. Early light picks out the volcano’s profile while steam threads up from the thermal pools at Tabacón, inviting slow movement and longer breaths.
Arenal is recent geology on a human scale: its major 1968 eruption reshaped the valley and created the hot groundwater channels that feed Tabacón’s pools. The surrounding landscape mixes lowland and highland rainforest, a corridor where toucans, howler monkeys and epiphytes thrive. Local culture revolves around small-farm agriculture, ecotourism lodges and a long history of adapting to volcanic cycles.
Your first afternoon is deliberate—thermal pools range from about 32–41°C (90–106°F) with cool plunge pockets and water-massage falls. The second day opens up: pick a whitewater run on the Balsa River (Class III), a horseback ride to La Fortuna Waterfall, the hanging bridges through mixed-elevation forest, or a canopy (zip-line) circuit.
Practical guidance: pack swimwear and quick-dry layers, sturdy shoes for trails and insect repellent for lowland sections. Mornings are cooler and clearer; heavy rain is most likely May–November, making waterfalls full but trails slick. Hotel pickup and an overnight in La Fortuna are included—confirm your Day 2 excursion choice in advance. Hydrate before hikes, leave no trace at thermal sites, and expect well-staffed facilities at Tabacón but variable cell service in the valley.
Yes—round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off by air-conditioned minivan are included; confirm exact pickup time with the local provider.
Yes—when booking or at confirmation you select one excursion: Balsa River rafting (Class III), horseback to La Fortuna Waterfall, Mistico Hanging Bridges, or a canopy/zip-line tour.
Tabacón advertises wheelchair-accessible paths in main areas, but some pools use steps and uneven surfaces; contact the operator to confirm specific accessibility needs.
Lunch, dinner and breakfast are provided as listed; bring snacks and any special-diet items and notify dietary requirements at booking.
Destiny Travel Costa Rica operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step off the minivan and the air changes—humid, floral, edged with sulfur and the distant shape of Arenal rising above the canopy. Early light picks out the volcano’s profile while steam threads up from the thermal pools at Tabacón, inviting slow movement and longer breaths.
You step off the minivan and the air changes—humid, floral, edged with sulfur and the distant shape of Arenal rising above the canopy. Early light picks out the volcano’s profile while steam threads up from the thermal pools at Tabacón, inviting slow movement and longer breaths.
Arenal is recent geology on a human scale: its major 1968 eruption reshaped the valley and created the hot groundwater channels that feed Tabacón’s pools. The surrounding landscape mixes lowland and highland rainforest, a corridor where toucans, howler monkeys and epiphytes thrive. Local culture revolves around small-farm agriculture, ecotourism lodges and a long history of adapting to volcanic cycles.
Your first afternoon is deliberate—thermal pools range from about 32–41°C (90–106°F) with cool plunge pockets and water-massage falls. The second day opens up: pick a whitewater run on the Balsa River (Class III), a horseback ride to La Fortuna Waterfall, the hanging bridges through mixed-elevation forest, or a canopy (zip-line) circuit.
Practical guidance: pack swimwear and quick-dry layers, sturdy shoes for trails and insect repellent for lowland sections. Mornings are cooler and clearer; heavy rain is most likely May–November, making waterfalls full but trails slick. Hotel pickup and an overnight in La Fortuna are included—confirm your Day 2 excursion choice in advance. Hydrate before hikes, leave no trace at thermal sites, and expect well-staffed facilities at Tabacón but variable cell service in the valley.