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Combine high-elevation zip lines over Arenal’s rainforest with waterfall rappels in a volcanic canyon. This full-day Pure Trek combo blends adrenaline, local lunch, and guided river descents for an immersive Arenal experience.
Combine high-elevation zip lines over Arenal’s rainforest with waterfall rappels in a volcanic canyon. This full-day Pure Trek combo blends adrenaline, local lunch, and guided river descents for an immersive Arenal experience.
You step from the van onto humid air heavy with green — tree crowns brushing the sky above the launch platform, a far-off waterfall calling like a promise. The zip lines take you 600 feet above the forest floor, wind tugging at your harness as the canopy slides beneath; later the canyon will pull at you with ropes, slick rock, and a river daring you to descend.
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Operated by Pure Trek Canyoning · La Fortuna, Alajuela
You step from the van onto humid air heavy with green — tree crowns brushing the sky above the launch platform, a far-off waterfall calling like a promise. The zip lines take you 600 feet above the forest floor, wind tugging at your harness as the canopy slides beneath; later the canyon will pull at you with ropes, slick rock, and a river daring you to descend.
This stretch of northern Costa Rica bears the imprint of Arenal Volcano, whose 1968 eruption rearranged valleys and created the steep, boulder-strewn canyons you’ll explore. Volcanic basalt forms the cliffs you rappel; the rainforest that reclaims those slopes is part of the region’s thriving eco-tourism culture. Local guides draw on a long history of small-scale coffee farming and ranching — you’ll likely pause for a typical Costa Rican lunch and a cup of strong local coffee at Pure Trek’s garden compound.
Practically: this is an eight-hour, full-day combo that includes multiple ziplines (up to ~2,600 ft runs), guided canyoning with waterfall rappels, a rock climb, river hiking and the “Monkey Drop” zip/rappel element. Operators provide helmets, harnesses and instruction; participants should have moderate fitness, be comfortable with heights and expect to get wet. Wear sturdy closed-toe water shoes, synthetic quick-dry layers, and reef-safe sunscreen; bring a change of clothes and a waterproof pouch for your phone. Morning departures are cooler and visibility for the volcano is best early.
Safety is managed by guides, but personal preparedness—hydration, proper footwear, and following briefings—makes the difference between a memorable descent and a rushed one.
moderate.
8 hours.
Moderate — able to climb, rappel, walk on uneven wet terrain and handle sustained activity throughout the day.
The full experience is approximately eight hours and includes hotel pickup and drop-off from selected hotels in La Fortuna.
No — guides provide training and full technical equipment; a moderate level of fitness is required.
Yes — canyoning includes waterfall rappels and river hiking; expect to be wet and dress in quick-dry clothing.
Yes — a photographer may accompany the canyoning portion and photos are typically offered for purchase after the tour.
Arenal’s explosive 1968 eruption reshaped valleys and created steep canyons and fresh lava soils — those geological changes made the canyoning terrain you descend today.
Operators emphasize Leave No Trace practices and often support local reforestation; use reef-safe sunscreen and avoid introducing soaps into streams.
Pure Trek Canyoning operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step from the van onto humid air heavy with green — tree crowns brushing the sky above the launch platform, a far-off waterfall calling like a promise. The zip lines take you 600 feet above the forest floor, wind tugging at your harness as the canopy slides beneath; later the canyon will pull at you with ropes, slick rock, and a river daring you to descend.
You step from the van onto humid air heavy with green — tree crowns brushing the sky above the launch platform, a far-off waterfall calling like a promise. The zip lines take you 600 feet above the forest floor, wind tugging at your harness as the canopy slides beneath; later the canyon will pull at you with ropes, slick rock, and a river daring you to descend.
This stretch of northern Costa Rica bears the imprint of Arenal Volcano, whose 1968 eruption rearranged valleys and created the steep, boulder-strewn canyons you’ll explore. Volcanic basalt forms the cliffs you rappel; the rainforest that reclaims those slopes is part of the region’s thriving eco-tourism culture. Local guides draw on a long history of small-scale coffee farming and ranching — you’ll likely pause for a typical Costa Rican lunch and a cup of strong local coffee at Pure Trek’s garden compound.
Practically: this is an eight-hour, full-day combo that includes multiple ziplines (up to ~2,600 ft runs), guided canyoning with waterfall rappels, a rock climb, river hiking and the “Monkey Drop” zip/rappel element. Operators provide helmets, harnesses and instruction; participants should have moderate fitness, be comfortable with heights and expect to get wet. Wear sturdy closed-toe water shoes, synthetic quick-dry layers, and reef-safe sunscreen; bring a change of clothes and a waterproof pouch for your phone. Morning departures are cooler and visibility for the volcano is best early.
Safety is managed by guides, but personal preparedness—hydration, proper footwear, and following briefings—makes the difference between a memorable descent and a rushed one.