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Río Celeste Waterfall

Chase the impossible blue of Costa Rica’s most famous waterfall.

Duration~8 hours
DifficultyModerate
GuideEnglish / Spanish
PickupLa Fortuna / Arenal

Overview

Deep inside Tenorio Volcano National Park, two ordinary rivers meet and turn a surreal shade of turquoise — a natural phenomenon found in only a handful of places on Earth.

On this full-day escape you’ll hike through pristine rainforest to the legendary Río Celeste Waterfall, pass steaming volcanic vents and bubbling blue lagoons, and learn the science and folklore behind the color from your naturalist guide. It’s nature, photography, and pure wonder in one unforgettable day.

Highlights

  • Morning pickup at your hotel
  • Scenic drive to Tenorio Volcano National Park
  • Guided rainforest hike to the waterfall, natural pools & volcanic features
  • Traditional Costa Rican lunch
  • Bilingual guide (English / Spanish)

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Your day, step by step

  1. Morning pickup at your hotel
  2. Scenic drive to Tenorio Volcano National Park
  3. Guided rainforest hike to the waterfall, natural pools & volcanic features
  4. Traditional Costa Rican lunch
  5. Return to your hotel

What’s included

Included
  • Round-trip transportation
  • Professional naturalist guide
  • Park safety equipment
  • Traditional Costa Rican lunch
Not included
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Park entrance fee

What to bring

Hiking shoes, rain jacket, water, sunscreen, camera, cash for extras.

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Door-to-door pickup, local bilingual guides and unforgettable days out.

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