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Combine a private horseback ride through tropical foothills with a guided tubing descent of Río Celeste. This family-run combo tour pairs quiet forest trails and volcanic-blue pools into a four‑hour adventure from La Fortuna.
Combine a private horseback ride through tropical foothills with a guided tubing descent of Río Celeste. This family-run combo tour pairs quiet forest trails and volcanic-blue pools into a four‑hour adventure from La Fortuna.
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Operated by Costa Rica Authentic Experiences · La Fortuna, Alajuela
You push through a low canopy and the forest opens to a sun-dappled corral; the horses stamp softly while a guide checks helmets and the river below seems to glow even before you reach it. The day unfolds in two rhythms: a slow, steady ride along private trails that climb and dip through cattle pasture and mature rainforest, then a buoyant slide down Río Celeste where the current dares you to relax and float.
moderate.
4 hours.
Suitable for people in reasonably good health; you should be comfortable sitting in a saddle for 90 minutes and floating/swimming in calm river sections.
Each section is approximately 90 minutes, with short transfers and time to change at the facilities; total tour duration is around four hours.
No — horses are well‑trained and guides provide instruction; riders should be comfortable following basic handling cues.
Life jackets are provided and guides stay nearby, but participants should be comfortable in water; non‑swimmers should disclose this when booking.
Private transport from the meeting point to the start locations is included (short transfers of about 5–8 minutes); check your booking for pickup details.
The Tenorio region is volcanic in origin; local communities have worked the land for generations and now run small, family-based ecotourism operations that provide access to private trails near the national park.
Stick to designated trails and follow guide instructions — the river’s color depends on delicate mineral balances and upstream activity; responsible tourism reduces erosion and pollution risks.
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