A full‑day private tour from San José that pairs the dramatic 70‑meter La Fortuna Waterfall with the thermal pools of Baldi Hot Springs. Expect a rainforest hike, 530 steps to the waterfall, a swim in the river, and an afternoon soaking in volcanic hot springs with lunch included.
A full‑day private tour from San José that pairs the dramatic 70‑meter La Fortuna Waterfall with the thermal pools of Baldi Hot Springs. Expect a rainforest hike, 530 steps to the waterfall, a swim in the river, and an afternoon soaking in volcanic hot springs with lunch included.
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Operated by Greenway Nature Day Tours · La Fortuna, Alajuela
You step off the shuttle into humid air laced with citrus and earth; a chorus of birds trims the forest edge while the distant roar of falling water promises the payoff ahead. The trail drops quickly through primary and secondary rainforest—ferns brushing knees, a tunnel of trees opening onto the 70‑meter curtain of La Fortuna Waterfall. Spray cools the air; the river dares you to take a cold, clear swim below the cascade.
moderate.
10–12 hours (full day including transfer from San José).
Moderate fitness—able to negotiate 530 steps and uneven rainforest trails; stamina for a return climb required.
The path includes roughly 530 steps down to the pool and the same number back up; it’s steep in places but well maintained—moderate fitness is recommended.
Yes, swimming in the pool below the waterfall is allowed when conditions are safe; follow your guide’s instructions about currents and depth.
Baldi provides towel and locker options (sometimes for a fee)—confirm at booking or bring your own towel for convenience.
Yes, the private tour typically includes pickup and drop‑off from San José hotels; pickup location questions are handled at booking.
The Arenal area transitioned from agricultural land to an international eco‑tourism destination after volcanic activity in the 20th century reshaped the landscape and local economy.
Stay on marked trails, avoid touching flora or wildlife, and use biodegradable sunscreen to limit runoff into sensitive aquatic habitats.
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