Arenal Volcano Hike: Amazing Volcanic Landscapes and Lakes with Jacamar Tours
4.7
101 Ratings
La Fortuna

The Arenal Volcano Walk is the most classic and favored excursion offered by Jacamar Tours, featuring mesmerizing volcanic vistas and lakes - an ideal scene for photograph enthusiasts. A visit to this travel spot is incomplete without embarking on this volcanic walk.

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Highlights
  • Arenal Volcano - The tour begins in the northwest area of

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What's Included
  • Bottled water included
  • National Park fees covered
  • Professional driver/guide
  • Fresh fruit provided
  • Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Additional Information
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Location
Jacamar Naturalist Tours
Main Office is Located up stairs at Lava Lounge Restaurant, beside La Fortuna Church. La Fortuna, San Carlos, Alajuela.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(101 Ratings)
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Vickie_p
May 9, 2024
Great hike - The view and photo opportunity when we got to the top or peak of the hike was great! We could also see Arenal lake. The hike was a little tough when we started walking on lava rocks. Had to watch your step. Fruit was great at the end. Felt like this was the closest we got to the volcano. Didn’t see many animals but was told about the foliage and trees. We were in a group of 6 which at times made it hard to hear tour guide since the trail was narrow.
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Getaway38581759538
Apr 25, 2024
Amazing Hike in La Fortuna! - We had a great hike with Cesar and Chris. They were extremely knowledgeable and made the hike really memorable. Lots of plant life and great volcano views. On top of it we saw plenty of Howler monkeys.
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Khumayun_n
Apr 24, 2024
Our experience with Diego... - Our experience with Diego on this tour was wonderful. We had so much fun and learned so much. Diego was really knowledgeable and answered all our questions. He also made sure we stopped to look at the animals and helped us take great photos. I really recommend this hike tour with him and his company, it was so worth it.
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222ernesti
Apr 18, 2024
incredibly informative and our favorite hike yet - Marco was incredibly knowledgeable and gave us a full history of the volcanos in Costa Rica. He was extremely knowledgeable of the all the plants and animal species. Great communication and perfect for guided tours! 10 stars to Marco!
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Wilton_h
Apr 15, 2024
Great hike! - Great hike and scenery! Was fun and a bit challenging. Hike ended on a scenic top with a great view at a little cafe👍
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Realistic_travellers
Apr 13, 2024
Enjoyable 2hr trek towards the base of the volcano - We explored the Arenal Volcano on foot, following the slopes of this dormant volcano, following trails marked by the remains of previous lava flows. Had some great views while learning some interesting facts about the flora and geology of the area from the Izzy our guide. Once we finished the tour we had a drink and fruit before the ride back to the hotel.
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Gabysiegel
Apr 12, 2024
Kevin is a great guide. - Kevin was amazing! Very knowledgeable about plants, insects, birds, animals and geology of the region. We would definitely use him as a guide again if we come back to Costa Rica. Also nice to have transportation included in the price of the tour. The volcano even cooperated and we could see the top!
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Camandphoebsdad
Apr 1, 2024
Fun and Educational Hike! - Our group of eight signed up for this tour and we all thoroughly enjoyed it. Bernardo promptly picked us on time and four others up at our resort. Bernardo was very clear on our options for the hike, and also explained what we would see and what we wouldn't see. With that, we hopped on the tour bus and met Jaime our driver, and Abner the second tour guide. Once we got to the 1968 trailhead, we split into two groups: one group took a more difficult, exposed hike that was about a 3.5 km loop. The others took a shorter, easier hike that was more shaded. Both guides began the hike by drawing in the dirt what happened on that fateful day on July 29, 1968. Even though this seems like such a simple thing, it struck most of us as excellent--I am still able to recall the details from Abner's description and drawing even now. We then proceeded to a mockup of the volcano and the surrounding area that helped reinforce what was just explained. I was on the "more difficult" hike (thought it was not very difficult; I feel that any reasonably mobile person could do it), and Abner was our guide. Throughout the hike, he explained the flora, as well as how the eruption affected each area. His English was great. Our group that had Bernardo said similar things about his knowledge and experience. (We took another tour with Bernardo the next day--and I saw this first hand then.) We all met up at a cafeteria with a terrific view of Arenal, and then proceeded to have fresh fruit before we boarded the bus to return to our resort. Such a great time! Highly recommend Jacamar Tours, and if you can get either Bernando or Abner you will have a great time and learn a lot.
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Hélène
Apr 19, 2024
Interesting but short - Our guide Erika was very generous and patient in her explanations about the volcano. Beautiful hike around the volcano. A bit of disappointment at the end because we felt we had to hurry back to the coach for the return trip. We were lucky to see the Arenal peak
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Josh_a
Apr 2, 2024
Ok but rushed. - The hike was interesting; a bit strenuous in the hot weather. We learned about volcanoes, tectonic plates, earthquakes, and a bit about plants and animals. The guide, Hugo, walked ahead of us and mostly talked only when we asked questions. It felt rushed. It wasn’t worth the price we paid for a private tour (which we must have clicked on by mistake, instead of the group tour).
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