Arenal 1968 Park Hiking Tour with Hot Springs
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Arenal 1968 Park Hiking Tour with Hot Springs

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Stop At: Iglesia de Sarchi, Main Street, Sarchi 21201 Costa Rica

Enroute to the Arenal Volcano, we will stop at the famous town of Sarchi, known as the birthplace of Costa Rica’s Artisans. In Sarchi, you will be able to appreciate many of the art crafts and souvenirs that Costa Rica has to offer. Also you will see the world’s largest ox cart according to the Guinness Book. The cart is 2 stories high, nearly 45 feet long (14 meters) and weighs 4400 lbs. (2 tons), and took 70 days to complete. Made out of wood (cedar) and decorated with bright colors, designed based on our typical and traditional oxcarts.

The journey will then continue, traversing diverse plantations with agricultural products, including pineapple and plantain farms, mango groves, ornamental plants and even cattle ranches until arriving to the small town of La Fortuna, and stopping to enjoy lunch at a cozy restaurant with a magnificent view of the volcano.



Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Arenal 1968 Trail, Arenal Volcano National Park, La Fortuna de San Carlos Costa Rica

The impressive Arenal Volcano is a magnificent natural wonder that is situated in La Fortuna (The Fortune) of San Carlos, previously assumed to be dormant, until in 1968, when it experienced a major eruption. Now is visited by tourist from all around the world hoping for the opportunity to witness volcanic activity, such as the white plumes of smoke that emanate from the conical shaped behemoth.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Tabacon Hot Springs, Tabacon Grand Spa Thermal Resort, Arenal Volcano National Park, La Fortuna de San Carlos Costa Rica

Then you will go on to relax at one of the best hot springs in the area where you will revel in the cleansing and rejuvenating effects of the thermal waters, as well as an optional massage or other special treatment, if you choose, that must be reserved ahead of time to ensure availability. Spa treatments are not included and are payable directly at the resort.

Tabacon Hot Springs combines the four elements of nature; the heat of the volcano, the flowing waters of the hot springs, the pure air of the rainforest, and the fertile earth of the Fortuna de San Carlos Region.

There are five main springs source highly mineralized water that is heated underground by the Arenal Volcano’s magma. You will find dozens of cascading waterfalls and warm pools along the riverbed, of varying temperatures, water flows and degree of privacy.

An essential part of exploring the wondrous world of the Tabacon Hot Springs is soaking in the cascading thermal waterfalls. This natural hydrotherapy is a surefire way to achieve proper relaxation. The river-pool temperatures range from 72 to 105 degrees Fahrenheit.

And for a perfect ending, before going back to San José, a wonderful dinner will be served with a great view of the volcano so that you do not miss any opportunity to look at the classically shaped volcano.

Duration: 4 hours

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Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Local guide
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Entry/Admission - Arenal 1968 Trail
  • Entry/Admission - Tabacon Hot Springs
Not included
  • Gratuities
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • It is recommended that you bring comfortable clothes, walking shoes, swimming suit, insect repellent, suntan lotion and a camera.
  • Important: Tour departs from Arenal hotels only
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Infant seats available
  • People in wheelchairs can make hot springs for their healing and relaxation properties.
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 2 travelers
Features
Sport
60%
Original
30%
Adrenaline
25%
Tourism
20%
Reviews
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Kelly I
2 | 2018-05-03

The hike up the volcano felt a little bit rushed, and I didn't realize I would need cash for the hot springs--the lockers were not included, which I thought they were. The hot springs themselves were ok, but overall the location and staff made it feel a bit too much of a tourist trap to be enjoyable or relaxing.

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Rajul P
3 | 2016-05-07

The Arenal volcano part of the guided tour was superb. Very informative guide and an interesting hike up to the viewpoint. We did the Tabacon hot springs as they were highly recommended based on reviews on Viator and Trip Advisor. That part of the tour felt rushed. Although the hot springs were wonderful at night, we felt that there wasn't enough time to enjoy the springs, change and do the buffet dinner before the driver came to pick us up. The buffet dinner was average at best. So all in all this tour was pretty good, but maybe not the best value for money.

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Kelly I
2 | 2016-02-27

The volcano hike was nice and scenic, even though it rained the whole time, but the hot springs gets kind of boring after two hours. Also, bring cash to the hot springs--everything is not pre-paid.

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