Mountain Paradise Hotel | Tours & Transportation
Walk to the arenal volcano
The walk to The Arenal Volcano begins with a drive to the active north-western side of the volcano. Once there, you will start on a hike through Las Coladas Trail which crosses the rain forest and goes over a large lava flow that formed in 1992. It is possible to observe a great variety of plants, wildlife, and magnificent lava formation. Once on top of the lava flow, you will have a beautiful view of the sunset over Arenal lake. The hike ends at a viewing area where, if weather permits you will be able to see red hot lava rolling down the side of the mountain. During the tour, our experienced guides will provide interesting and educational information regarding the history of the majestic mountain and the Arenal Volcano National Park. The tour ends with a relaxing stop at the hot springs.(optional)
Includes: Bilingual naturalist guide, transportation, park entrance fee and beverages.
Horseback Riding
This is a good combination of horseback and hiking in a beautiful scenario. Experience is not needed in this tour, trained horses will take you to the entrance of the waterfall through private farms, forest and hills, where you will have spectacular views. When you get to the entrance of the waterfalls, we will leave the horses and start to descend to the river. This is a beautiful place to relax and enjoy the forest and wildlife while you swim in the crystalline waters of the river.
Or, if you prefer, you can take the option of the horseback ride by the Arenal Volcano. This one begins at the base of the Arenal Volcano in an incredibly beautiful place, rich in flora and fauna, it takes approximately 3 hours through private farms, here you will have the opportunity to appreciate an amazing panoramic view of the Volcano, we will get as close to the volcano as the law allows us.
Includes: Guide, transportation with a/c, entrance fee to the Waterfall.
Combination Tour
This tour, which begins promptly at 7:30am, gives you the opportunity to enjoy all of the attractions that we have to the Arenal region in a single day. To start the tour, you will have the choice to visitEco Centro Danaus, of the Arenal Hanging Bridges. At the Eco center you will observe and learn about the natural history of the butterflies of Costa Rica such as the Blue Morpho and the Monarca. You will also see a wide variety of tropical plants and traditional crops being farmed organically.
The Hanging Bridges consists of a 1.9 mile (3.1 km) hike through a trail where you can enjoy the rain forest flora and fauna. The trail crosses nine fixed bridges and six suspension bridges, and is laid out at a maximum grade of seven degrees, making a perfect choice that everyone can enjoy.
Our next stop is La Fortuna Waterfall. From the trailhead you will hike approximately 15 minutes before reaching this majestic waterfall, where you can take a swim or simply enjoy its beauty. After taking lunch in the town of La Fortuna, you will have the opportunity to rest until 3:00 pm, after which we will begin our Volcano hike. We will choose one of several trails, depending on which side of the volcano the lava is flowing down from. All the trails offer a great variety of plants and wildlife for you to see, and some will even give you the opportunity to walk on old lava flows.
At the end of the hike, you will enjoy the sunset, waiting until dark in the hopes that you will see and hear the glowing chunks of lava tumbling down the side of the mountain, a sight you won’t soon forget. You can end the day with your choice of a relaxing dip in the Hot Springs followed by a buffet dinner.
Includes: Bilingual naturalist guide, transportation with a/c, lunch, dinner, all park entrance fee and beverages.
Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge
The Cano Negro Wildlife refuge is considered the best site on the continent for bird watching. In addition to an abundance of birds, Cano Negro is also home to many exciting animals, such as sloth’s, three types of monkeys, caimans, lizards, bats and a wide variety of flora native to the wetlands.
Our tour to this beautiful region leaves from La Fortuna and takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to get to Los Chiles, a small village just five kilometers from the Nicaraguan border. It is here where we start our boat trip to the wetlands. We will work our way slowly upstream, stopping along the way as we see different birds and animal species.
Around noon, we will stop along the river for a typical Costa Rican lunch before heading back to Los Chiles to take the bus back to La Fortuna.
Includes: Bilingual Nature guide, transportation, picnic lunch (vegetarian food upon request), beverages.
Venado Caves
For those who don’t mind getting wet and muddy, this fascinating underground adventure will take you through a labyrinth of passages and chambers in which you will see stalactites, stalagmites, bats, spiders and rock formations known as “La Papaya.” You will also be able to see evidence that the caves were at one time at the bottom of the ocean. The caves are located only 45 minutes from La Fortuna.
We recommend bringing an extra set of dry clothes.
Includes: Bilingual Nature guide, rubber boots, helmet, flash Light, beverages and transportation.
Rio Celeste
We begin our trip at 7:30 a.m. from La Fortuna on our way to Rio Celeste which is located in the Tenorio Volcano National Park. Upon our arrival, we will begin a walk of 7 kilometers (approximately 4 hours) through the rain forest. We will visit Los Tenideros, where we will find two springs of blue crystal water, which is the reason behind the name of the location.
On our way back, we will walk through a path where we will find what are known as “Ollas,” which are fumaroles filled with mud. During this walk, the gases can be observed due to the high temperatures as well as its thermal waters. We will soon arrive at a beautiful waterfall with crystal clear water of celestial color. We will conclude our journey with an exquisite lunch.
Includes: Bilingual Guide, transportation, entrance fee and lunch.
Arenal Hanging Brigdes
This tour takes place on a 600 acre reserve, filled with lush vegetation and a variety of birds and animal which your experienced guide will help you spot. The trail itself is 1.9 miles in length, crossing nine fixed bridges and six suspension bridges. This is an easy hike that all can enjoy.
Includes: Bilingual Nature Guide, transportation, entrance fee and beverages.
