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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. Legendary "Adventure Pioneer" Suresh Krishnan started Desafío (which means "challenge" in Spanish) way back in 1992 by doing first descents on local rivers & canyons and igniting adventure tourism in the wet and wild Northern Zone.

Suresh was most-recently spotted on CNN on a special report regarding canyoneering in the Lost Canyon!  

Look for Desafío Adventure Company 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 set up your activities, hotel reservations as well as transport and transfer services for anywhere in Costa Rica. 

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Costa Rica Canyoneering
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Lost Canyon Adventures Canyoneering…
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
Half-day - approx. 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.
read more about canyoneering in the Lost Canyon near the Arenal Volcano
 
Arenal Volcano Rafting
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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!
read more about rafting on the Río Balsa near the Arenal Volcano
 
Costa Rica Rafting
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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!
read more about rafting on the Río Toro near the Arenal Volcano
 
Desafio Mambo Combo Rappel & Raft
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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Arenal Volcano at night
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Liquid Lava Arenal Volcano Hike
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
Hiking/walking ~ 2 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.
read more about hiking near the Arenal Volcano
 
Costa Rica Adventure Connection
DESAFIO ADVENTURE CONNECTION… TRANSPORT + RAFTING = Save $$$ & Save Time!
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
vary hours $ From $75 tourlogo
 
Need to get from San José to the Arenal Volcano? Go rafting on the way and get your transport included!
read more about transfer and tour options for the Adventure Connections
 
Volunteering in Costa Rica
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.
read more about volunteering at Proyecto Asis near the Arenal Volcano
 
Ecotourism in Costa Rica
Community, Culture & Conservation
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
approx. 7 hours For all ages $ 65 per person – proceeds go to support Proyecto Asis and Luna Nueva.
Kids love this tour!
 
Think globally, act locally!
Visit Proyecto Asis Animal Rescue Center & Luna Nueva organic farm to experience local community projects that are having a global impact!. 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.)
read more about local conservation projects near the Arenal Volcano
 
Costa Rica Ecotourism
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

read more about nature tours near the Arenal Volcano
 
Organic farming in Costa Rica
Rainforest Mysteries Tour at Luna Nueva
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
Approximately 4 hours --- $ 55
 
Find the "Runaway Palm Tree" with Ethnobotanist Steven Farrell and CNN reporter Percy Lipinski at the Luna Nueva Organic Herb Estate in Costa Rica during the Rainforest Mystery Tour.
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Birdwatching in Costa Rica
Birdwatching with naturalist guide
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
4 hours $ 75
 
All of us at Desafío Adventure Company are bird-enthusiasts. Whether you're doing a volcano hike, river tracing along of canyon, mountain biking or rafting, we're bound to make a point of showing off our amazing birdlife in Costa Rica -- it's not unusual to see a Keel-Billed toucan, a Montezuma Oropenula or a Laughing Falcon along the way. But for you hard-core birders, we have a special team of birding experts to take you out to some of our favorite spots.
read more about birdwatching near the Arenal Volcano
 
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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!
read more about horseback riding between the Arenal Volcano and Monteverde
 
Costa Rica Mountain Biking
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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.
read more about mountain biking between the Arenal Volcano and Monteverde
 
Costa Rica Safari Float
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!
read more about our safari float near the Arenal Volcano
 
Kayaking Lake Arenal
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!
read more about kayaking on Lake Arenal near the Arenal Volcano
 
Costa Rica Stand Up Paddling
Stand Up Paddle (SUP) Lessons & Lake Arenal SUP Tour 
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
approx. 4 hours $ 65
 
Stand Up Paddle (SUP) Lessons & Lake Arenal SUP Tour 
Get Ready to "Walk on Water!"
Try the newest and easiest paddle sport... ever!
SUP has its roots in ancient Polynesia and looks exactly as it sounds: you stand up on a large, wide, super buoyant surfboard & use a long paddle. 
read more about Stand Up Paddling near the Arenal Volcano
 
Cerro Chato Volcano Hike
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.
read more about hiking to Cerro Chato near the Arenal Volcano
 
Arenal Volcano Mountain Biking
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.
read more about mountain biking near the Arenal Volcano
 
Mountain biking Arenal Volcano
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 Caves
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
read more about caving near the Arenal Volcano
 
Caño Negro By Boat
Caño Negro
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
8 hours --- $ 63
 
You'll do a peaceful boat ride in an area unsurpassed in natural beauty – wildlife guaranteed!
read more about the Caño Negro Nature Reserve near the Arenal Volcano
 
Arenal Volcano Hanging Bridges
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.
read more about guided hikes to the hanging bridges near the Arenal Volcano
 
Río Celeste National Park Costa Rica
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.
read more about Río Celeste National Park near the Arenal Volcano
 
Horseback in Costa Rica
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.
read more about horseback riding to the La Fortuna Waterfall near the Arenal Volcano
 
Arenal Volcano Hoseback Riding
Horseback to Arenal Volcano
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
4 hours $ 55
 


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.
read more about horseback riding near the Arenal Volcano
 
Arenal Volcano Canopy Tours
Canopy Tours
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
Approximately 2.5 hours $ 45 to $ 70
 
Monteverde is considered the #1 place in Costa Rica to do canopy tours, but the Arenal Volcano area has great canopy tours, as well. We like to work with Arenal Paraíso Canopy, with 11 cables y 12 platforms, for an adrenaline-packed tour over the Arenal River. Fly above the treetops and see some of the most amazing views of the Costa Rica jungle and natural scenery of the area.  Plus we’ve received great reviews from our clients about this exciting tour. Please e-mail us us for more information.
read more about canopy tours and ziplining near the Arenal Volcano
 
Arenal Volcano Sportfishing
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.
read more about sportfishing near the Arenal Volcano
 
Arenal Volcano Transportation
Taxi-Boat-Taxi
  Duration Recommended Ages Price from
3 hours $ 29
 
Transfer between La Fortuna and Monteverde (1-way)Departs: 8:30am, 2:30pm from La Fortuna, 8:00am, 2:00 pm from Monteverde (actual departure time varies depending on pick-up location).
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La Fortuna Waterfall
 

La Fortuna WaterfallThe La Fortuna is a must-see when you come to the Arenal Area. It’s cascading 150-ft crystaline waters are refreshing and the exuberant nature that surrounds this secluded canyon will astound. The hike down takes about 15-minutes. You can play around in small pools in the section further down stream. Not only will the waterfall take your breath away, but also the hike back up, but well worth it! There are changing rooms at the top and small souvenir shops for your convenience. Proceeds of the entrance fee go toward various community projects.

We can organize a tour for you to visit, or feel free to try it on your own. Many tourists walk to the waterfall from the center of town which takes about 1.5 hours or rent our bikes to go there. The entrance fee is currently $10.

And don’t miss the “secret” swimming hole on your way down called the “El Salto.” You can ask for more information about these beuatiful local attractions in our office.

 


El Salto Secret Swimming Hole
 

El Salto Secret Swimming Hole

"El Salto" Secret Swimming Hole

They say the best things in life are free -- the "El Salto" secret swimming hole is one of them. Come visit the beautiful and secluded "El Salto" secret swimming hole near the Arenal Volcano. This gorgeous swimming hole is a great place to hang out with friends, relax and play in the clear, fresh water pools and waterfalls. Plus there is a "Tarzan Swing" to make it even more fun!

Come by our office Desafío Adventure Company behind the Central Church in downtown La Fortuna so we can show you how to get there. Word of caution -- be careful with your valuables as petty theft is common and don't swim if it is raining heavily in the mountains because flash floods could occur.

 


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