• La Paz Waterfall - Before reaching the volcano, Costa Rica makes its first impression.

The sound greets you before the water does. A deep rumble that intensifies with each step until the trees part and reveal it — white water cascading over volcanic rock, mist filling the air, the rainforest thriving as it should.

Situated on the eastern slopes of Poás Volcano, La Paz Waterfall is among the most picturesque sights in the country. The local guide knows the perfect angle — one that needs no filters to capture your story.

Stay alert. A blue morpho butterfly might flutter by, its wings catching the light in a way that seems almost otherworldly. A coati could appear along the roadside.

Local farmers line the road with fresh regional produce. Strawberries still warm from the field, tropical fruits you’ve never tried. You taste something unfamiliar. You’ll remember it nonetheless.

This is just the first stop.

• Catarata San Fernando - The San Fernando Waterfall Viewpoint.

Some places are marked on maps. Others exist only if someone guides you there.

Perched on the mountain, this terrace is a local favorite. Bird watchers have known it for years, drawn by the wildlife that fills every corner: hummingbirds flitting between flowers, exotic species announcing their presence before you even see them, and in the distance, the constant roar of San Fernando Falls.

What makes this place unforgettable is the cuisine. Traditional Costa Rican dishes, cooked over a wood fire as they have been for generations. If you’re inclined to try something local — and you should — this is the spot.

Fifteen years ago, an earthquake shook its foundations and forever changed the lives of those who call it home. It didn’t vanish. It became a symbol of resilience.

Around you, birds you’ve never heard before. The distant roar of the falls. Wood smoke from the kitchen.

Some places nourish you. This one feeds something deeper.

• Arenal Volcano - Best Arenal Volcano Viewpoint in the area.

Rising 1,670 meters with a silhouette so perfect it seems almost surreal, Arenal doesn’t just dominate the landscape — it leaves a lasting impression. In 1968, it erupted with a force that transformed everything around it. What you see today — lava fields slowly reclaimed by forest — is the legacy of that event.

You won’t walk on the crater — no one can. Instead, you reach a carefully selected viewpoint where the volcano reveals itself as closely as conditions permit.

On clear days, the full silhouette emerges. On others, clouds drift across the summit, altering the mood entirely. You’ll also stand near ancient volcanic formations and lava flows from recent eruptions.

From this vantage point, you can observe the old crater and the terrain shaped by Arenal’s latest activity — details most travelers miss without knowing where to look.

Every stop comes with a story — one that intertwines geology, legend, and life around the volcano.

• La Fortuna - Hidden Hot River in the Middle of the Forest

This is the part most travelers never discover.

Hidden in the forest near La Fortuna, there’s a natural river shaped by Arenal’s volcanic history. You don’t arrive by chance — you arrive because someone knows exactly where to lead you.

In 1968, when the volcano erupted, this river was forever altered. What once flowed cold now runs warm, creating natural thermal pools among rocks and trees. There are no lockers, no tiles, no crowds — just flowing water, jungle, and the sound of the river around you.

Getting here is part of the adventure. A short walk through the forest, a few uneven steps, and then suddenly — you’re there.

You step in slowly. The temperature feels just right. You sit back, surrounded by forest, steam rising gently as the current moves past you.

This isn’t something you plan. It’s something you experience.

For many, this becomes the moment they remember most — even if they can’t fully explain why.

• Los Lagos Hot Springs - Every great day deserves an ending worthy of it.

Los Lagos Hot Springs isn’t a single experience — it’s whatever you need it to be. Thermal pools surrounded by lush gardens for those who want to relax in silence. Warmer pools where the body finally unwinds. And for those who prefer something more lively, a thermal wet bar where music, laughter, and a drink in hand close the day differently.

The volcano watches over everything.

What many travelers don’t realize is that this place is 100% Costa Rican — built and operated by a local family known for their warmth and simplicity. You feel it in the details.

You move from one pool to another, feeling the contrast in temperature, the weight of the day slowly fading. Muscles relax. Time slows down.

Showers, changing rooms, food, and drinks are available — all at your own pace.

No rush. No schedule. Just the final hours of a day that gave you more than you expected.

• Experienced local driver-guide providing insight throughout the experience
• Private transportation
• Admission fees
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Snacks
• Bottled water

• Meals
• Gratuities

Most tours offer a glimpse of Costa Rica, but this one is crafted to let you truly experience it.

This private tour is based on a straightforward concept: merging iconic destinations with hidden gems that most travelers miss, all within a well-paced and thoughtfully organized day.

Explore volcanoes, waterfalls, and secret spots while your local driver-guide manages the logistics and provides insights that transform a location into a meaningful experience, rather than just a sight.

The experience is adaptable to your pace. There are no strict schedules or unnecessary stops—only well-timed, spontaneous ones that feel natural and unforced.

As you travel, you’ll notice the difference. Small details. Local moments. Places not found on maps but that somehow become part of the narrative.

A seamless day designed to help you see more, feel more, and enjoy Costa Rica in a way that lingers with you long after the journey concludes.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.