Rappel 80 feet, leap from 10–30 foot cliffs, and swim crystalline pools on a half-day canyoning run near La Fortuna. Expert guides, full gear, and a final lunch at El Salto make this an intense, organized rainforest adventure.
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The canyon greets you with thunder—an 80-foot curtain of water that eats sound and dares you forward. Guides rig lines on basalt ledges, hand signals cutting through the spray as participants clip in, step back, and lower themselves into a column of falling water. Later, you trade ropes for run-and-launch moments, leaping from 10–30 foot cliffs into aquamarine plunge pools that catch every heartbeat.
Difficulty
challenging
Duration
5–6 hours
Fitness Level
High level of cardiovascular fitness and leg strength; comfortable with exposure and physical contact with water.
Wildlife
History
The canyon sits on lava flows from past Arenal activity; local communities transitioned from agriculture to guiding as ecotourism grew in the late 20th century.
Conservation
Operators typically follow leave-no-trace practices and limit group sizes to reduce erosion and disturbance—respect guide instructions to protect fragile stream habitats.
Reserve your spot on the Gravity Falls Waterfall Jumping Canyoning today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Be a confident swimmer
You’ll jump into deep plunge pools and swim to shore—basic open-water comfort and treading water are required.
Wear secure footwear
Closed-toe water shoes or strap-backed athletic shoes give traction on slippery basalt and boulder fields.
Protect electronics
Bring a small waterproof dry bag or leave devices at the van—phones and cameras get wet quickly in spray zones.
Pace your meals
Eat a light breakfast—heavy meals right before rappels and jumps can cause nausea for some participants.
Secure water shoes
Provide traction on wet rock and protect toes during river tracing.
Lightweight dry bag
Keeps phone, ID, and dry clothes safe during rappels and jumps.
Helmet and harness (provided)
Company supplies technical protection; confirm fit and condition on arrival.
Quick-dry clothing & towel
Speeds comfort after the canyon and during the return transfer.