5
Excelente experience!
Excellent! My family and I had a great time and learned a lot.
Arenal Volcano Hike
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $73 / person
- Location
- La Fortuna, Costa Rica
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 89 reviews
- Languages
- EN, FR, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 15
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Callidryas Tours
- Meeting point
- 4 km Oeste de la iglesia de, Provincia de Alajuela, La Fortuna, 21007
Description
Hike one of the active volcanoes in Costa Rica with a local bilingual guide to explain you about the volcano history WHAT TO BRING:Confortable Clothes, Closed Shoes, Sunscren, Mosquito repellent WHAT´S INCLUDED:Transport, Entrance Fee, Guide, Fruits and Drinks DEPARTURE TIME: 9:00am. and 1:00pm NOTE: For a private tour a minimum of 6 people is required.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:00 AM and 1:00 PM
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 4
- Adult (ages 18–64)
- $73
- Child (ages 5–11)
- $37
- Infant (ages 0–4)
- Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 3.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Fresh seasonal fruit snack
Certified naturalist bilingual guide (English and Spanish)
Round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off in central La Fortuna
Entrance fees to volcano trails and lava fields
Air-conditioned vehicle transportation
Not included
Gratuities for guide and driver (optional)
Food and drinks
Pickup Locations & Times
We offer pick up in Hotels in La Fortuna Town, San Carlos or you can drive directly to our office (Callidryas Tours)
Traveller Ratings
4.9
89 reviews
How it compares in La Fortuna
- Starting price $73 is 13% above the typical $65 for tours of similar length in La Fortuna
Excurgo comparison of 893 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Dress code is smart casual
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Arenal Volcano Hike take?
Arenal Volcano Hike lasts about 3 hours.
How much does Arenal Volcano Hike cost?
Prices start at $73 per person for this La Fortuna experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Arenal Volcano Hike run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM and 1:00 PM.
How much does Arenal Volcano Hike cost for children?
Children aged 5–11 pay from $37, adults from $73. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Arenal Volcano Hike for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We offer pick up in Hotels in La Fortuna Town, San Carlos or you can drive directly to our office (Callidryas Tours)
What languages is Arenal Volcano Hike offered in?
The experience is available in EN, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Specialized infant seats are available Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Arenal Volcano Hike worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 89 verified reviews; it is run by Callidryas Tours.
Reviews(89)
M
Volcano Hike
Great experience! The guide was very nice and knowledgeable. I highly recommend.
A
Fantastic Experience!
We had an amazing experience on our tours and were surprised with a bottle of wine for our anniversary! Such beautiful scenery and the nicest people!!
A
Ricardo was super...
Ricardo was super knowledgeable about the history of the volcano. From beginning to end he shared non stop information about the volcano, wildlife, and forest. At the end they provided delicious refreshing fruit. Highly recommend.
V
Waste of time and money.
We would have been better off doing this trip ourselves. The guide added no value, just repeated himself many times, tried to be funny and fell flat, no command over language.
E
Memorable Family Experience
If you are looking for a memorable experience with the family, this is one hike you can’t skip while in La Fortuna. We booked with Callidryas Tours via Viator. Our guide Ricardo and driver Javier were extremely knowledgeable, punctual and catered to our level of physical activity. I would absolutely recommend this tour.
A
A hike to remember
Byron and Roberto! What a duo! Very great hike with Byron, so much information about the land and culture. We drove 3 hours from our resort to come here, and it is forever worth it! Great views and even a sweet ending to the hike. Roberto was our driver and he was kind and helpful. They are super helpful with families with children and getting the information to them for their age level. A tour you do not want to miss.
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Amazing tour by Byron
We had an amazing experience with our tour guide Byron! It was a little bit of a cloudy day, but he made it an interesting tour nonetheless. He was very entertaining and knowledgeable in every question that we asked. He also took some amazing photos and videos of us for our memories. Would highly recommend a tour with this company and especially a tour with Byron! It was one of our favorite parts of our trip to Costa Rica.
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S
This one has it all!!
Phenomenal guide (Richie) and great blend of hiking, amazing views, wildlife spotting, and education. I’ve taken four tours of Arenal over the last decade and this was by far my favorite! 🙌
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re truly happy to hear that, even after several visits to Arenal, this experience stood out as your favorite. Richie will be thrilled to know his guidance made such a positive impact, and that you enjoyed the mix of hiking, breathtaking views, wildlife spotting, and learning. We’d love to welcome you back again in the future for more unforgettable adventures!
R
Excellent guide and learning experience for our family
Excellent learning experience. Byron was extremely knowledgeable, friendly and an entertaining presenter for the kids especially. He knew a lot about the science/geology, which was great because our kids had just studied volcanoes I. School and he could take it to the next level for them. Great hike. Steep but not long in duration. Very beautiful scenery.
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