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
7.2 out of 10 with 12 reviews
7.2/10
12 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 15 reviews
9/10
15 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 8 reviews
9.8/10
8 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Afternoon Arenal Volcano Tour & Natural Hot Springs River
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rio Celeste Hiking Tour, Sloth Farm Tour & Waterfall
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs Day Trip from Guanacaste
Activity duration is 12 hours
12h
8.6 out of 10 with 7 reviews
8.6/10
7 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Hanging Bridges and La Fortuna Waterfall Combo Tour
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
La Fortuna: Místico Arenal Hanging Bridges Admission Ticket
8.0 out of 10 with 1 review
8/10
1 review
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
9.4 out of 10 with 3 reviews
9.4/10
3 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rio Celeste Horseback Riding Tour
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Private & custom tours
See all 27 activitiesRio Celeste Hiking Tour, Sloth Farm Tour & Waterfall
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 review
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
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 3 reviews
10/10
3 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
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
Blue Waterfall, Sloth Sanctuary & Coffee Private Day Trip
Activity duration is 11 hours
11h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Arenal Full Day Tour
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rio Celeste Combo: River Tubing+Blue Waterfall+Exotic Wildlife
Activity duration is 11 hours
11h
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Bijagua Upala Rainforest, Trails, Sloths, Birds and others
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Discover Rio Celeste Labyrinth, Sloth Sanctuary & River Swim
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Hike to Río Celeste Waterfall in Tenorio Volcano National Park
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Water activities
See all 17 activitiesFrom San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch
Activity duration is 16 hours
16h
7.2 out of 10 with 12 reviews
7.2/10
12 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Tubing Río Celeste: Adventure Experiences in Nature
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
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 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
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rio Celeste Aquatic Tubing Adventure
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
White water Tubing + Indigenous culture + Thermomineral pools
Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
1h 30m
10.0 out of 10 with 3 reviews
10/10
3 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
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Río Celeste Full Day Pass Tubing and Horseback Riding.
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Lake Arenal Kayak Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Attractions
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La Fortuna: Mineral Hot Springs Full Day Ticket
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
9.6 out of 10 with 7 reviews
9.6/10
7 reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Hot Springs Pura Vida
Activity duration is 1 day
1d
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
Official entrance to Arenal Volcano by Ecological Park
Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
2h 30m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Early morning tour at the hanging bridges.
Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
3h 30m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Volcano Canopy Tour, 50 meters Rappeling and Hot Springs
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
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
ATV Tour in La Fortuna Arenal Volcano
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
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
Hike Rio Celeste Tenorio Volcano From Fortune
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
History & culture
See all 9 activitiesLa Fortuna ATV Adventure with Mud Mask and Arenal Volcano Views
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
9.0 out of 10 with 15 reviews
9/10
15 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 review
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
Maleku Indigenous Reserve Tour
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Café Experience in Bijagua
Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
1h 30m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Highlights Full Day Tour from La Fortuna
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
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
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Rio Celeste Funny Milking & Farming Experience
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
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 review
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.
