
Arenal Combo: Hanging Bridges Volcano Hike and Waterfall
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 3 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Arenal Combo: Hanging Bridges Volcano Hike and Waterfall worth booking?
Arenal Combo: Hanging Bridges Volcano Hike and Waterfall is a 7-hour experience in La Fortuna, Costa Rica, from $192 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 60 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (3)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $192 per person
This is a full day activity. We start visiting the hanging bridges from Mistico Park to explore the wonderful rain forest through the incredible bridges suspended in the canopy forest. After around two hours walking and seeing different wildlife, we will drive to the next spot, the Arenal Volcano. Here the walk is focused in the natural history of this incredible natural beauty. We will visit the lava flows of the eruption of 1968 located in El Silencio Park where we'll receive information related to the volcano´s history and the whole activity it had during many years. Here we'll be walking around 1.5 hour. Then, we'll visit one of the most beautiful attractions in La Fortuna, the incredible La Fortuna Waterfall. This is the biggest waterfall in the area, where the visitor has the opportunity of splash in the refreshing water of La Fortuna River (if the weather conditions are optimal). Around 500 stairs to the bottom of the river are waiting for you to live this incredible experience.
What you get
About this experience
This is a full day activity. We start visiting the hanging bridges from Mistico Park to explore the wonderful rain forest through the incredible bridges suspended in the canopy forest. After around two hours walking and seeing different wildlife, we will drive to the next spot, the Arenal Volcano. Here the walk is focused in the natural history of this incredible natural beauty. We will visit the lava flows of the eruption of 1968 located in El Silencio Park where we'll receive information related to the volcano´s history and the whole activity it had during many years. Here we'll be walking around 1.5 hour. Then, we'll visit one of the most beautiful attractions in La Fortuna, the incredible La Fortuna Waterfall. This is the biggest waterfall in the area, where the visitor has the opportunity of splash in the refreshing water of La Fortuna River (if the weather conditions are optimal). Around 500 stairs to the bottom of the river are waiting for you to live this incredible experience.
What's included
Included
- Entrance fees
- Private guide
- Spotting scope
Not included
- Transport not included
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
It is a private park located 2km from the Arenal Lake. with more tan 60acres and 15 bridges (6 hanging ones) in the middle of the rain forest. Here is a great place to see wildlife.
120 minutes here · Admission included
It is a private park located in the base of the Arenal Volcano, which has access to the lava fields of 1968. Here, we will walk on a trail of around 2km over the lava rocks.
90 minutes here · Admission included
La Fortuna Waterfall
This a private park in which we will walk around 500 stairs to the bottom of the river where the amazing Fortuna Waterfall is located. It also has a very nice mirador, from where we can enjoy a wonderful view of the waterfall and the rainforest.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
La Fortuna
We will meet at the reception of the park.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We will end our Tour at the Fortuna Waterfall.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Great Wings Tours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
1 mentionReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
1 mentionThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
1 mentionTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Pace and timing
1 mentionSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
3 verified traveler reviews for Arenal Combo: Hanging Bridges Volcano Hike and Waterfall. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great guide!
Gustavo was such a wonderful guide. The journey was a comfortable pace and he gave us some fun options along the way. There were a good variety of birds and animals that we spotted and Gustavo can answer questions you have about all of them! We really enjoyed the property at the Observatory Lodge. Very beautiful and easy to walk around.
via Tripadvisor
Great day out with a fab guide!
We had such a wonderful day with Roy our guide. He was professional, friendly, very knowledgeable and great fun! We saw sloths in the wild and we felt the tour was great value. We would highly recommend Great Wings for your tours.
via Tripadvisor
The best professional bird Guide we had in Costa Rica!
Tavo (Gustavo) took us out on two unforgettable birdwatching-tours in the “La Fortuna” / Arenal-area, where we saw with him such elusive species as Bare-necked Umbrellabird, Brown-billed Scythebill, Ornate Hawk-Eagle or Black-crested Coquette, to name but a few of c. 80 species we recorded during a single day of forest birding. He identified all species spot on and and his communication in English was flawless. He was well familiar with all sites and where to locate certain bird species. What we were most impressed with, was Gustavo's outstanding skill, not only regarding sound-ID, but also mimicking a great number of bird species, successfully luring them in this way to get close views & photos in many cases. Besides all his professional skills, he was a very pleasant person, reliable, trustworthy and just great fun to be with. Gustavo was clearly the best bird Guide we had during our two weeks-stay in Costa Rica and as keen birderslooking for a professional bird guide, he was exactly what we had hoped for. Can not recommend him high enough! Georg Schreier / Birdwatching-Algarve.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 60
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Arenal Combo: Hanging Bridges Volcano Hike and Waterfall: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for La Fortuna.
How much does Arenal Combo: Hanging Bridges Volcano Hike and Waterfall cost?
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Prices start at $192 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in La Fortuna usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Arenal Combo: Hanging Bridges Volcano Hike and Waterfall take?
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Plan for about 7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in La Fortuna is not rushed.
Is Arenal Combo: Hanging Bridges Volcano Hike and Waterfall worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in La Fortuna, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Arenal Combo: Hanging Bridges Volcano Hike and Waterfall?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Arenal Combo: Hanging Bridges Volcano Hike and Waterfall suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Arenal Combo: Hanging Bridges Volcano Hike and Waterfall?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in La Fortuna can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in La Fortuna and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Arenal Combo: Hanging Bridges Volcano Hike and Waterfall start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central La Fortuna within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in La Fortuna?
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On Outty we rank every La Fortuna experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Upper Balsa River White Water Rafting Class 3/4 in Costa Rica, White Water Rafting Class II and III, Authentic Coffee and Chocolate Tour at North Fields. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit La Fortuna?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in La Fortuna?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Arenal Combo: Hanging Bridges Volcano Hike and Waterfall?
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Included: Entrance fees; Private guide; and Spotting scope. Not included: Transport not included; and Lunch. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Arenal Combo: Hanging Bridges Volcano Hike and Waterfall?
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We will meet at the reception of the park. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Arenal Combo: Hanging Bridges Volcano Hike and Waterfall offered in?
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It is offered in English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Arenal Combo: Hanging Bridges Volcano Hike and Waterfall?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Arenal Combo: Hanging Bridges Volcano Hike and Waterfall wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Arenal Combo: Hanging Bridges Volcano Hike and Waterfall if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Arenal Combo: Hanging Bridges Volcano Hike and Waterfall?
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Across 3 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, photo opportunities. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
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