Volcano Hike, Waterfall Swim & Hot Springs Combo on Rincon de la Vieja
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About This Experience in Tamarindo
Why Visit Tamarindo?
Tamarindo, Costa Rica offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Tamarindo provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Tamarindo
You can reach Tamarindo, Costa Rica by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- National Park fees
- Bottled water
- Driver/guide
- Lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Transportation from Andaz, Four Seasons, Planet Hollywood, Las Catalinas, Waldorf Astoria
- Towel - Please bring your own
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Use "Special Requirements" field upon checkout to advise dietary information
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required, if you are a solo traveler please contact us
- If you do not need transportation, please meet us at the entrance of the National Park at 9:00 am.
- If your hotel is not listed, contact us for quoting
- Due to a new requirement issued by the Ministry of Tourism and the National Park Systems of Costa Rica, we need each person to send us the following information: Full Name on Passport, Passport number, Passport issuing country. You must carry a picture of your passport with you on your tour!
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
National Park Hike With our bilingual naturalist guide,7:30 AM ($70 extra per booking, not per customer)
End Point
7:30 AM ($70 extra per booking, not per customer)
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available or meet at start point
Pickup Time: 120 minutes before departure
Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
National Park Hike With our bilingual naturalist guide, you'll walk 3 2 hours
National Park Hike With our bilingual naturalist guide, you'll walk 3.5-km (2 miles) in Las Pailas circular path through the tropical forest to enjoy the best views of the volcano, incredible nature, volcanic activity, and wildlife. The park is home to more than 300 species of birds, and many other animals, such as armadillos, bays, iguanas, coatis and white-faced monkeys, howler monkeys, spider monkeys, toucans, turkeys, and much more. You will stop to view the volcanic activity including bubbling mud pots, fumaroles, and a mini crater. The Las Pailas sector spectacularly shows the power of the Rincon de la Vieja volcano, the most active and largest volcano in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Steam and sulfur come from natural fumaroles of the yellow and rusty soil. Witness clay pails in various shades of brown with boiling volcanic water, fine gray volcanic mud bubbles and explosions in large pails. This volcano is like no other in Costa Rica.
After the hike, take a short walk off... 1 hour
After the hike, take a short walk off the beaten path to Oropendola Waterfall just outside of the park, where you can jump in and swim in the blue lagoon.
Hot Springs & Volcanic Mud Bath After lunch you will driven to the Hot Springs 1 hour
Hot Springs & Volcanic Mud Bath After lunch you will driven to the Hot Springs. Surrounded by tropical dry forest, the Río Negro (Black River) Hot Springs feature ten pools with thermal waters heated naturally by the Rincón de la Vieja Volcano.The soothing mineral waters are crystal clear and all natural. Relax and enjoy luxuriating in our healing waters. You can also try our volcanic mud “bath”, where you smooth volcanic clay mud on your body!
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7:00 am RIU Guanacaste/Palace
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7:00 AM RIU Hotels
6:15 am
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
