Tours/La Fortuna/Rio Celeste Full Day Tour with Coffee and Chocolate Experience
Rio Celeste Full Day Tour with Coffee and Chocolate Experience
5.0(4)La Fortuna8 hours
VIATOR5.0(1)TRIPADVISOR5.0(3)
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At a glance
Duration
8 hours
Price from
$169 / person
Location
La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 4 reviews
Languages
EN, ES
Group
Small group, up to 12
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
NORTH ADVENTURES CR
Description
Río Celeste Waterfall
Enjoy a scenic hike through Tenorio Volcano National Park to the stunning Río Celeste Waterfall, where a natural reaction turns the water a vibrant turquoise. Learn fun facts and legends from your guide.
Los Teñideros
Visit Los Teñideros, the exact spot where two clear streams meet and turn bright blue—an extraordinary natural phenomenon that marks the source of Río Celeste's color.
Sloth-Watching Hike
Later, enjoy a tranquil hike through a nearby secondary forest, perfect for wildlife observation. With a bit of patience, you may spot sloths, toucans, and other native species in their natural habitat.
Costa Rican Lunch & Cultural Experience
Recharge with a traditional Costa Rican lunch, then cap off your adventure with a hands-on coffee and chocolate tour. Learn about the cultivation and production of these beloved local products and indulge in delicious tastings.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
7:30 AM
Next available
Thu, Oct 15
Adult (ages 11–90)
$169
Child (ages 5–10)
$118
Infant (ages 0–4)
$12
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.
Tour Options
Rio Celeste Full Day Tour with Coffee and Chocolate Experience
Pickup included
Itinerary
La Fortuna de San Carlos
120 min
We will pick up all travelers at their hotel or Airbnb according to the information provided to our team in advance.
Parque National Volcan Tenorio
Admission included180 min
Enjoy a guided hike through the rainforest to Río Celeste Waterfall. Learn about the natural chemical reaction that gives the river its striking turquoise color. Discover bubbling hot springs, volcanic vents, and scenic jungle paths.
Bijagua de Upala
60 min
Stop at a local restaurant for a delicious traditional lunch with fresh ingredients, served in a peaceful rural setting.
Cafe & Cacao Tour Bijagua
Admission included60 min
Learn how Costa Rican coffee and chocolate are made, from bean to cup. Participate in a hands-on tasting session to enjoy the flavors of local culture.
Bijagua Ranas
Admission included60 min
Take a relaxed walk through a nearby secondary forest known for sloth sightings. With a bit of patience, you may also see monkeys, toucans, and colorful frogs.
What's included
Included
Bottled water
Entradas Al Parque
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Alcoholic Beverages
Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
We offer pickup from most hotels and vacation rentals within the La Fortuna area. If your accommodation is not listed, please contact us directly at least 24 hours before the tour. Pickup starts approximately 30 minutes before the scheduled departure. Please wait in the hotel lobby or at the main entrance of your accommodation.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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How it compares in La Fortuna
Starting price $169 is close to the typical $170 for tours of similar length in La Fortuna
Excurgo comparison of 893 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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 this tour take?
Rio Celeste Full Day Tour with Coffee and Chocolate Experience lasts about 8 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $169 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 this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:30 AM.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 5–10 pay from $118, adults from $169.
Can I cancel this tour 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 pickup from most hotels and vacation rentals within the La Fortuna area. If your accommodation is not listed, please contact us directly at least 24 hours before the tour. Pickup starts approximately 30 minutes before the scheduled departure. Please wait in the hotel lobby or at the main entrance of your accommodation. Pickup points include Cabanas SyC, Tifakara by the Waterfall.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 4 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by NORTH ADVENTURES CR.
Reviews(4)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Liza_L
May 18, 2026 · via Viator
La Fortuna, Costa Rica May 2026
Excellent combo tour with Marlon! Hike to Rio Celeste was great and moderately challenging because a lot was uphill. Bryan, our guide at the sloth tour, was excellent and pointed out toucans, hummingbirds, poison frogs and sloths! We definitely would have missed most of them if we were on our own. Anna, with the Tika Coffee and Chocolate tour also did a fantastic job explaining the two processes. It was fascinating! I highly recommend them all!
Operator response
We are truly grateful for your beautiful review and very happy that you were able to enjoy this experience in La Fortuna with us. It was a pleasure having you with us!
Thank you
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P7761QYdeniset
February 25, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Marlon is fabulous
We booked the full day tour through Freddy Campos which was with North Adventures. We were picked up from our accommodation by Marlon and were lucky enough to be the only ones doing this on the day.
Marlon was so knowledgeable and was able to create the perfect tour for our family. We went to Rio Celeste but because of the heavy rainfall the blue hue was not as bright as usual. Marlon was able to include things in our tour which we had been unable to see so far in our holiday.
We had a fabulous lunch in a local soda and even whilst eating Marlon was still educating us on the fabulous country and local area. He then was able to video some fabulous toucans in the car park and at no point rushed us out of any activity.
Thank you Marlon 🌟
Operator response
We hope you’ll visit us again in La Fortuna!
Best regards, thank you
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Getaway31508016203
February 11, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Fab day out with a great guide!
We had such a great day visiting Rio Celeste, coffee and chocolate tour and the icing on the cake was the incredible sloth searching.
We had a really lovely guide called Marlon who was professional, friendly, funny and kind.
He was a safe driver and gave us so much great info during the day about the country and things we’d seen.
We honestly couldn’t have had a better day!
Operator response
We hope to see you again soon!
Thank you
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robertsN469XJ
January 12, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
La Fortuna Magical Tour
We were picked up by Fabricio and taken to the waterfall, sloth tour, and coffee and chocolate tour. We also had an excellent lunch in between. Fabricio was an amazing guide. His vast knowledge of the area, along with his keen eye for nature provided our group with a spectacular tour of the La Fortuna area. I would highly recommend this tour with North Adventures and Fabricio!!!
Operator response
We truly appreciate you allowing us to be part of your memories while visiting Costa Rica. It was a pleasure having you with us!
We hope you’ll visit us again in La Fortuna!
Best regards, thank you
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