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La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike (Group Tour) - Explore Costa Rica's Natural Splendor
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94 Ratings
Curubandé
Embark on a group tour to the mesmerizing La Leona Waterfall in Costa Rica. Immerse yourself in nature, swim in the crystal-clear pool, and experience the untouched wilderness.
Embark on a group tour to the mesmerizing La Leona Waterfall in Costa Rica. Immerse yourself in nature, swim in the crystal-clear pool, and experience the untouched wilderness.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Parada de Buses Curubandé - Located in Guanacaste near Rincon de la Vieja Volcano. We will walk in the forest next to the Blanco river that comes from the volcano, go around incredible rock formations, cross streams of water, go up small ladders until at the very end we will pull ourselves with a rope inside the water to get into a big cave to see…
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Parada de Buses Curubandé - Located in Guanacaste near Rincon de la Vieja Volcano. We will walk in the forest next to the Blanco river that comes from the volcano, go around incredible rock formations, cross streams of water, go up small ladders until at the very end we will pull ourselves with a rope inside the water to get into a big cave to see La Leona Waterfall
Summary
Distance: 2km each way (1.5 miles each way)
Duration: 3hrs total from start to finish
Difficulty: Treacherous Hike Moderate Level
This tour IS NOT an easy walk in the park, This is an Adventure Tour.
What You Get
Dry Bags: To take small belongings to the tour
Facilities: Changing rooms and bathrooms
Life jackets: If you need them they will be available
Tour Guides
What to Bring?
Closed toe shoes (no flip flops )
(Keens/chacos are okay to wear)
Shoes with a good grip
Extra clothes to change
Extra shoes to change
Towels
When booking this tour keep in mind you’re booking a group tour with other people in it.
There can be up to 20 people per tour group, everyone with different nationalities and cultures, please be respectful and friendly with everyone in the group.
What's Included
- Dry Bags and Life Jackets provided
- Dry Bags and Life Jackets provided
Additional Information
La Leona Waterfall serves as a captivating testament to the country’s untouched natural richness. It calls to all adventurers and nature lovers with its special blend of tranquility and grace.
Embarking on a journey through the green jungle leading to the waterfall is an experience in itself, giving you a firsthand appreciation of the region’s thriving…
La Leona Waterfall serves as a captivating testament to the country’s untouched natural richness. It calls to all adventurers and nature lovers with its special blend of tranquility and grace.
Embarking on a journey through the green jungle leading to the waterfall is an experience in itself, giving you a firsthand appreciation of the region’s thriving biodiversity.
La Leona Waterfall is not merely a tourist attraction; it’s about feeling the cool spray on your skin, plunging into the transparent waters, and connecting with the natural surroundings on a profound level. You have the opportunity to enjoy a cool dip, relish the calm surroundings, and appreciate the calm that only pristine wilderness can provide.
- No es recomendable para viajeros con problemas de rodillas, caminar o movilidad reducida
Location
La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike
Ask for owner: "Fabricio Vega at La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike"
We have a massive sign that says
"El Rincon Adventure Center"
"La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike"
"El Rincon White Water River Tubing"
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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654rachellee
Aug 4, 2025
AMAZING EXPERIENCE! - Francisco and Kendall were our tour guides and they were incredible. If you want a preview of what to expect, they have a YouTube video that shows the path and the tour experience. I highly recommend watching it before your visit.
The adventure started with a fun ride in the truck bed up the path to the beginning of the hike. Once we started hiking, Francisco pointed out the natural beauty and shared interesting facts about the area. Both he and Kendall were very helpful, offering a hand during the uphill and slippery sections since we visited during the rainy season. They also used our phones to take photos for us, including shots of us going down the water slide, posing in scenic spots, and standing next to the waterfall.
We did several excursions during our time in Costa Rica, and La Leona Waterfall was our number one favorite. If you are thinking about it, just go. You will not regret it!
Pro tip: Bring a towel and a change of clothes for after the hike.
Food tip: There is a restaurant right next to the La Leona Waterfall meeting spot that serves a delicious buffet for only $10 USD. It was perfect after the adventure.
Thank you Francisco and Kendall for making our experience so memorable!
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Tour108719
Jul 11, 2025
Best vacation day ever! - Tubing and hiking to La Leona with our guide Francisco was an absolute joy and a memory that my kids and I will cherish forever. The tubing experience was the right amount of calm and adventure. The guides helped us along the way and we felt very safe. The hike to La Leona was a highlight. The hike included stream crossings, a bat cave, an optional cliff jump, an exhilarating natural water slide, and the main attraction the waterfall! It was breathtaking and as we swam in the cave with the waterfall my daughter exclaimed “this feels like something out of a movie. So unreal.” I highly recommend this tour company and in particular Francisco. He was kind, patient, knowledgeable and safety focused. If you’ve been trying to decide what to do on your trip to CR definitely do this adventure!!!!!
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R7177nbmichaelt
Apr 27, 2025
Awesome Adventure! - The guides were awesome - Ronny and Wilbur. The hike was beautiful crisscrossing the River. It was crazy good once we reached the opening to the canyon to approach the waterfall
It was exhilarating! La Leone waterfall was spectacular!
I recommend this adventure for any thrill seeker
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C2395bngabriellac
Apr 12, 2025
Absolutely Incredible! - It was PARAISO, paradise, incredible, and as I learned from our most wonderful, kind guide Axell, AKA CHIETTI. I am sure the spelling of this is completely wrong, but it means just all things great, encompassing the ethos of la "Pura Vida" that is truly in the heart of all Costa Ricans.
This was such a wonderful tour that began with river tubing which was exhilarating. I was comforted having wonderful guides directing us down the river, making sure we were all ok, while braving rapids (so fun!) laughing, chatting. The cherry on top was the cutest sweetest team dog, Puma, who followed us through woods and water all the way to our final destination.
The fun did not end there! We then did the waterfall hike which was simply out of this world! A must-do, absolutely. Again with Axell, we chatted, we laughed and we learned, all the while walking, swimming, jumping and wading in the beautiful waters of Rio Blanco. Swimming into the waterfall, was magical. Beyond expectations, I cannot recommend this enough.
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Natayle_b
Mar 17, 2025
Wonderful tour from start to finish! - We scheduled an 8am hike and had SUCH a good time. Definitely recommend going early because by the time we headed out (10am), there were SO MANY groups headed up, it was crazy! From the rugged transport in the back of the truck (as adrenaline deprived Americans, we loved it), to the jump into the river and the hardcore final pull up to the waterfall, we had a blast! Our kids did great - 14 & 10. Loved and highly recommend!
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Trams005
Mar 8, 2025
Amazing waterfall and adventure to get there - Amazing hiking through water, rocks, land, ladders, etc to get to this waterfall! Vladimir and Amanda were awesome guides and kept everyone informed and safe. We saw lots of wildlife and had a blast! 10/10!
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Wrinkadink
Feb 15, 2025
You will get wet - Very fun and at sometimes challenging hike.
February waterfall chasing was great. The water was high enough to enjoy a little extra fun and challenge on the lines and metal rock steps.
We went with Douglas and he was a great guide, Pura Vida attitude with a confident presence when you needed help in the water, through the caves, on the ladders, or in the water.
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R8387vcmatthewt
Feb 9, 2025
Water fall hike - The trip was great! Douglas was our gude! He did a great job keeping us informed and safe. The water was so clear blue !!!!!
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948keenant
Feb 6, 2025
Excellent tour! - Took some advice from a friend who had been previously and it did not disappoint. José was friendly and knowledgeable and always had an eye out for safety. A great experience!
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Coraliev185
Feb 1, 2025
A BIG YES - AMAZING, the guide are really nice. We had a blast. Definitely recommended if you are looking to do a hike where you can dip on the water and do a little climbing on the rocks
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