Things to do in San Rafael de Guatuso
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Tours & day trips
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From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch
Activity duration is 16 hours
16h
6.8 out of 10 with 13 reviews
6.8/10
13 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
La Fortuna ATV Adventure with Mud Mask and Arenal Volcano Views
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
9.0 out of 10 with 97 reviews
9/10
97 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Night Walk Around Arenal Volcano
Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
2h 30m
9.8 out of 10 with 166 reviews
9.8/10
166 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rio Celeste Hiking , Sloth Farm Tour & Waterfall
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
10.0 out of 10 with 11 reviews
10/10
11 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Arenal Hanging Bridges and La Fortuna Waterfall Combo Tour
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
10.0 out of 10 with 32 reviews
10/10
32 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Afternoon Arenal Volcano Tour & Natural Hot Springs River
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
9.2 out of 10 with 41 reviews
9.2/10
41 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Mistico Hanging Bridges
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
9.4 out of 10 with 8 reviews
9.4/10
8 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs Day Trip from Guanacaste
Activity duration is 12 hours
12h
9.4 out of 10 with 121 reviews
9.4/10
121 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Half Day Adventure from Arenal -2 tours in 1, 4 options to choose
Activity duration is 7 hours
7h
9.6 out of 10 with 20 reviews
9.6/10
20 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rio Celeste Horseback Riding Tour
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
10.0 out of 10 with 78 reviews
10/10
78 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Private & custom tours
See all 34 activitiesRio Celeste Hiking , Sloth Farm Tour & Waterfall
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
10.0 out of 10 with 11 reviews
10/10
11 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Rio Celeste Horseback Riding Tour
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
10.0 out of 10 with 78 reviews
10/10
78 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rain forest, Wild life, Waterfall and Chocolate Private Tour
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
10.0 out of 10 with 6 reviews
10/10
6 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Blue Waterfall, Sloth Sanctuary and Coffee Tour Day Trip
Activity duration is 11 hours
11h
10.0 out of 10 with 28 reviews
10/10
28 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
La Fortuna, full day transportation, from San Jose.
Activity duration is 1 day
1d
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveler*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Discover Rio Celeste Labyrinth, Sloth Sanctuary & River Swim
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 Viator review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Bijagua Upala Rainforest, Trails, Sloths, Birds and others
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Sloth, Rain Forest Hike and Waterfall
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Full Day Tour
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
10.0 out of 10 with 6 reviews
10/10
6 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rio Celeste Combo: River Tubing, Blue Waterfall, Exotic Wildlife
Activity duration is 11 hours
11h
9.8 out of 10 with 28 reviews
9.8/10
28 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Water activities
See all 18 activitiesFrom San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch
Activity duration is 16 hours
16h
6.8 out of 10 with 13 reviews
6.8/10
13 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
2 in 1 Hanging Bridges and Fortuna waterfall hike with Lunch
Activity duration is 7 hours
7h
9.8 out of 10 with 8 reviews
9.8/10
8 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Río Celeste: Tubing Adventure in the Río Celeste
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
10.0 out of 10 with 11 reviews
10/10
11 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Combo Blue river Tubing ,Sloth Refuge and Rain Forest.
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Tubing in Rio Celeste: A Perfect Blend of Nature and Adventure
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
9.4 out of 10 with 29 reviews
9.4/10
29 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rio Celeste Aquatic Tubing Adventure
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
9.6 out of 10 with 5 reviews
9.6/10
5 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
White water Tubing + Indigenous culture + FREE Thermal pools
Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
1h 30m
9.6 out of 10 with 7 reviews
9.6/10
7 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
From La Fortuna: Río Celeste Waterfall, Tubing Tour and Lunch
Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes
8h 30m
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Río Celeste Full Day Pass Tubing and Horseback Riding.
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
9.0 out of 10 with 4 reviews
9/10
4 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Tubing in Rio Celeste
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
10.0 out of 10 with 118 reviews
10/10
118 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
History & culture
See all 11 activitiesLa Fortuna ATV Adventure with Mud Mask and Arenal Volcano Views
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
9.0 out of 10 with 97 reviews
9/10
97 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Half-Day Tour with Safari Float and Chocolate Experience
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 verified review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Maleku Indigenous Reserve Tour
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rio Celeste Funny Milking & Farming Experience
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Volcano Hike To The Lava Flows
Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
2h 30m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
3 in 1 Day Combo Arenal Highlights Full Day Tour from La Fortuna
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
La Fortuna: Rain Forest Arenal Volcano Park Tour
Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes
4h 30m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rain forest Adventure to Rio Celeste Waterfall & Sloth Sanctuary
Activity duration is 7 hours
7h
4.0 out of 10 with 1 review
4/10
1 verified review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Volcano & Baldi Hot Springs one day tour from San Jose
Activity duration is 13 hours
13h
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Bijagua Rainforest with Sloths and Floating Birdwatching
Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
2h 30m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Attractions
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La Fortuna: Mineral Hot Springs Full Day Ticket
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
9.2 out of 10 with 36 reviews
9.2/10
36 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Hot Springs Pura Vida
Activity duration is 1 day
1d
10.0 out of 10 with 3 reviews
10/10
3 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rio Celeste Waterfall and Sloth Sanctuary Experience
Activity duration is 11 hours
11h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Volcano Canopy Tour, 50 meters Rappeling and Hot Springs
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 Viator review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Volcano - Ecological Park Entrance Ticket
Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
2h 30m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rio Celeste Adventure Park
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Hike Rio Celeste Tenorio Volcano From Fortune
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
3-In-1 Río Celeste: Tubing, Natural Pool and Jungle Night Tour.
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Volcano - Guided Experience in the Ecological Park
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Río Celeste Combo: Water Tubing, Horseback Riding and Lunch.
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
What to do in San Rafael de Guatuso
Popular places to visit
Venado Caves
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Venado Caves during your travels in San Rafael de Guatuso. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Frequently asked questions
Is San Rafael de Guatuso worth visiting?
Whether you're planning to discover the cultural hotspots and local charm or try regional foods and explore in nature, there's no shortage of things to do in San Rafael de Guatuso.
How do I spend a day in San Rafael de Guatuso?
Venado Caves is a good place to start your getaway adventures. Remember to explore the dining and shopping options in San Rafael de Guatuso while you're in town too.
What is the top tourist attraction in San Rafael de Guatuso?
Venado Caves is one of the top tourist attractions in San Rafael de Guatuso and should be high on every itinerary of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in San Rafael de Guatuso?
Three days is enough for a quick getaway to San Rafael de Guatuso — you'll tick off the main sights and get a good idea of the local vibe. But if you want to really experience it all, hang around for at least a week or more to discover the nearby areas too.
What are some activities to do in San Rafael de Guatuso with kids?
Deciding what to do in San Rafael de Guatuso with kids has never been so easy. Whether you have teenagers or little ones, there's no shortage of family-friendly tours and attractions to keep them entertained here.
What to do in San Rafael de Guatuso for adults?
From fantastic food and cultural highlights to outdoor adventures and one-of-a-kind experiences, there's no shortage of fun things to do in San Rafael de Guatuso for adults.
Are there free things to do in San Rafael de Guatuso?
With loads of cheap things to do in San Rafael de Guatuso, you can experience the area without getting your wallet out. Soak up the vibes at free events and festivals or stroll through the local markets.
