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Since 1992
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Arenal Volcano Monteverde Costa Rica Beaches
 
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Lost Canyon Adventures Canyoneering…
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
4 hours 13 to 55 $ 90 tourlogo
 
The Lost Canyon is an experience of a lifetime – go where very few have had the privilege to roam: Imagine yourself in the midst of thick rainforest at the top of a magical canyon full of tropical waterfalls with surprises each step of the way.
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RAFTING RIO BALSA CLASS 2-3 – HALF-DAY
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
4.5 hours 10 to 55 $ 65 tourlogo
 
This half-day rafting or kayaking adventure gives you amazing wildlife and plenty of whitewater fun right at the base of the Arenal Volcano!
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Rafting Río Toro Class 3-4
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
7 hours 13 to 55 $ 85 tourlogo
 
You can do some of the most-thrilling class 3-4 rafting in the world with more than 45-continuous rapids right near the Arenal Volcano!
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MAMBO COMBO #1 Rappel & Raft!
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
9 hours $ 150 tourlogo
 
Make the most of your limited vacation time! Combine the exciting Lost Canyon Adventures Canyoneering and Rafting on the Beautiful Río Balsa
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Volunteering at Proyecto Asís
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
4 hours All ages $ 65
 
This hands-on one-day volunteer project puts you in direct contact with local fauna and flora in a very down-to-earth environment.
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Community, Culture & Conservation
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
7 hours For all ages $ 75
 
Think globally, act locally!
Visit AMURECI woman’s co-op, Proyecto Asis Animal Rescue Center & Luna Nueva organic farm. Separate visits to Proyecto Asis or to Luna Nueva for the Forest and Farm tours can be arranged including lunch & transport. All tours min. 2 pax. (All proceeds donated.)
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NEW!! The Desafío Nature Combination 6x1
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
14 hours $ 150 per person
 

The Desafío Nature Combination 6x1 Get 6 great nature-based activities all in one day: butterfly farm, 4x4 transport, Lost Canyon Waterfall, lunch, Arenal Volcano, The Springs, buffet dinner Includes: transport, naturalist guide

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Birdwatching with naturalist guide or Rainforest Mysteries
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
4 hours --- $ 75
 
Visit the organic/biodynamic herbal estate called Luna Nueva for a great opportunity to learn about all aspects of the rainforest and how it relates to us as humans and what we eat. A wonderful, relaxing, informative day tour with organic lunch and bilingual guide.
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Liquid Lava Volcano Hike
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
2.5 hours --- $ 39
 
Hike through lush rainforest with a naturalist guide close to the base of the Arenal Volcano where we wait for sunset at the observation point.
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Horseback Riding to/from Monteverde/La Fortuna
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
5 hours 8 to 55 $ 85 tourlogo
 
There is no better way to get between La Fortuna and Monteverde -- enjoy a pleasant and safe ride along Lake Arenal as you ride up into the cloud forest of Monteverde!
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Mountain Biking from Arenal Volcano to Monteverde
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
approx. 6.5 hours $ 85 tourlogo
 
This is a route for the more-experienced rider looking for a little more riding time and as a means of transport to your next destination.
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Safari Float on the lovely Peñas Blancas River
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
4 hours --- $ 49
 
This completely relaxing float trip takes you on the beautiful Río Peñas Blancas where you're bound to spot tropical birds, monkeys, poison dart frogs, and more!
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Kayak on Lake Arenal
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
4 hours --- $ 53
 
Bring your camera because this 2 hour paddle on Central America’s second-largest lake gives you the best views of the behemoth Arenal Volcano and Costa Rican wildlife!
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Cerro Chato Extreme Volcano Hike
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
6 hours --- $ 75
 
This is an intense 4-5 hour hike through lush rain forest to the extinct volcano Cerro Chato. Arrive at the crater and then drop down to an emerald-green lagoon and then hike out.
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Mountain Bike Local Tour (Volcano Ride)
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
4.5 hours --- $ 68
 
Take a moderate-level guided ride near the base of Volcano Arenal and along Lake Arenal.
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Mountain Bike Local Tour (Nature Ride)
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
approx. 6.5 hours $ 75
 
Alternative Moderate-level guided ride near the base of Volcano Arenal with an experienced guide. The La Fortuna area is ripe with amazing back roads for easy-going, fun rides. Along the way we make a stop at nature reserve to learn about the surrounding rainforest and then head out again for a swim in a local river.
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Venado Cave Spelunking
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
4 hours --- $ 65
 
Explore Earth's inner-depths during a 2-hour trek through underground waterfalls & smooth, stone passage-ways – see prehistoric, marine fossils & exotic cave formations
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Caño Negro
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
6 hours --- $ 63
 
You'll do a peaceful boat ride in an area unsurpassed in natural beauty – wildlife guaranteed!
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Hanging Bridges
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
4 hours All ages $ 57
 
Arenal Hanging Bridges is a beautiful, environmentally- friendly project located near the Arenal Volcano.
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Río Celeste
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
approx. 8 hours --- $ 105
 
We'll begin our 4-hour intermediate hike (approximately 7km) through the surrounding tropical rainforest. We then arrive to ''Los Teñíderos'' where two rivers come together to form the celestial turquoise blue water color that gives the river its name.
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Horseback to the La Fortuna Waterfall
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
4 hours --- $ 45
 
Get spectacular views of the Arenal Volcano and the green countryside as you travel by horseback to the 140-foot Río Fortuna waterfall. Then take a 20-minute hike to the river to cool off in the rushing waters beneath the waterfall.
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Horseback to Arenal Volcano
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
4 hours $ 45 at Arenal Paraíso & Montaña de Fuego and $55 for Don Tobías special volcano ride
 


Well-trained, healthy horses take you through various terrains including the beautiful rainforest, across small rivers, and to the look out point of the ever-active Arenal Volcano.

See an amazing sample of wildlife along the way. Adaptable for all ability levels.
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Canopy Tours
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
4 hours $ 45 to $ 70
 
Fly above the treetops on this high adrenaline zipline tour.

Half-day tour includes transport, bilingual guide, and quality equipment.

Tours vary in length, difficulty level, and features. Please e-mail us us for more information.
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Sport Fishing on Lake Arenal
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
5 - 8 hours $ 225 half-day - $ 325 full-day
 
Our fishing guide, vessel and fishing equipment will be waiting at Lake Arenal to take you on this fishing journey where you’ll have the opportunity to catch Rainbow Bass (Guapote in Spanish) which reach up to 10 pounds and are known as tremendous fighters.
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Bungee Jumping
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
- hours $ 50
 
A bungee tower is right here in town, offering a variety of options:
  • Traditional jump
  • Get your hair wet jump
  • Rocket launcher
  • and the Big Swing

A must-do on any adventure vacation.
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Desafío Adventure Company is Costa Rica's leading adventure company specializing in unique, high-quality adventure and nature activities throughout Costa Rica. Look for us at the base of the Arenal Volcano, up in the Cloud Forests of Monteverde and on the beautiful beaches of Guanacaste. We’ll customize your vacation and help you with your hotel reservations as well as transport services for anywhere in Costa Rica. 
Arenal Volcano is the most-active volcano in Costa Rica and the center of attention for our little town of La Fortuna in the tropical Northern Zone.
Try our famous Arenal tours: whitewater rafting on the Río Toro or Río Balsa. Go canyoneering & waterfall rappelling in the Lost Canyon. Paddle a kayak or try fishing on Lake Arenal. 
Get the best glimpse of the Arenal Volcano on our Arenal Volcano Liquid Lava hike. Relax in natural hot springs and when it's time to move on to your next destination, do an adventure along the way with our Adventure Connection. Save Time -- Save Money!
Go horseback riding or mountain bike from the Arenal Volcano to the cloud forests of Monteverde. Do a canopy tour and finish your stay surfing or sea kayaking on the Pacific beaches of Samara and Playa Carrillo.
Enjoy our rainforests, rivers, waterfalls, active volcanoes, enchanting beaches and get a taste of our vibrant local culture and cuisine.
Meet the friendly staff at Desafío Adventure Company and see our exciting adventures on YouTube
Desafío Adventure Company makes it happen! Phone us at 1-866-210-0052 or email: info@desafiocostarica.com
For a Map of Arenal Volcano-La Fortuna hotels. Download our list of tours.
Desafio Adventure Company Voted #1 in TripAdvisor and best tour operator in Central America since 2004 by G.A.P. Adventures www.gapadventures.ca!

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