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Combine a guided hike through Tenorio Volcano National Park with a one-hour-plus tubing descent on Rio Celeste. Expect vivid blue water, rainforest waterfalls, and a practical mix of hiking and waterborne fun.
Combine a guided hike through Tenorio Volcano National Park with a one-hour-plus tubing descent on Rio Celeste. Expect vivid blue water, rainforest waterfalls, and a practical mix of hiking and waterborne fun.
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Operated by Atta tours La Fortuna and Río Celeste: Naturalist, Cultural and Adventure Tours. · La Fortuna, Alajuela
You step onto a damp trail and the rainforest closes behind you: broad leaves drip, a distant roar grows louder, and the river—stubborn and electric—pulls your gaze to an impossible blue.
moderate.
6–6.5 hours.
Suitable for people with basic aerobic fitness who can walk uneven trails and swim short distances; not for those with spinal injuries or pregnancy.
The guided tubing descent lasts about 1 to 1.5 hours, depending on river flow and group pace.
Yes—certified helmets and lifejackets are supplied and required for the tubing portion.
Children can participate if they meet safety and age requirements set by the operator; confirm at booking and ensure they can swim.
Tours generally run in light rain; heavy storms or unsafe river conditions may result in rescheduling or cancellation per operator policy.
Tenorio Volcano’s hydrothermal chemistry shaped Rio Celeste’s color; local indigenous groups historically used the forest for medicinal plants and river resources.
The park limits access to protect fragile river chemistry and forest habitat—stay on marked trails, pack out waste, and follow guide instructions to minimize impact.
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