La Fortuna, Costa Rica

Things to do in La Fortuna

120 ranked activities21 in the 90+ Club

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What are the best things to do in La Fortuna?

Outty ranks 120 bookable experiences in La Fortuna, Costa Rica. The highest scoring is Upper Balsa River White Water Rafting Class 3/4 in Costa Rica at 98 out of 100, followed by North Fields Cafe: Craft Specialty Coffee and Chocolate Tour, Canyoning Adventure Rappelling Waterfalls in Arenal Volcano, White Water Rafting Class II and III. Prices start at $15 per person and 21 experiences score 90 or above, putting them in the Outty 90+ Club.

Ranked experiences
120
In the 90+ Club
21
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$15 per person
Bookable today
120

Most Popular in La Fortuna

The experiences travelers book most right now.

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Most Highly Reviewed in La Fortuna

Highest traveler sentiment with enough reviews to trust it.

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Last Minute in La Fortuna

Confirmed availability today or tomorrow.

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Family Friendly in La Fortuna

Works with children in tow, by age policy and pacing.

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Food & Drink in La Fortuna

Food tours, tastings, markets and dinner experiences.

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Culture & History in La Fortuna

Museums, landmarks and stories behind the streets.

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Outdoors in La Fortuna

Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

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Nightlife in La Fortuna

After dark: bars, shows and evening cruises.

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Planning questions about La Fortuna

What are the best things to do in La Fortuna?
Upper Balsa River White Water Rafting Class 3/4 in Costa Rica is the highest ranked experience in La Fortuna, scoring 98 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 1,990 traveler reviews. North Fields Cafe: Craft Specialty Coffee and Chocolate Tour, Canyoning Adventure Rappelling Waterfalls in Arenal Volcano, White Water Rafting Class II and III, Sarapiqui River Extreme White Water Rafting Class IV round out the top five. Outty ranks 120 bookable experiences in La Fortuna, Costa Rica, and 21 of them score 90 or above.
How much do activities in La Fortuna cost?
The median price across everything we rank in La Fortuna is $65 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $15 on Tour of sloths, exotic birds, frogs.. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.
Can I book something in La Fortuna for today?
Yes. 120 of the 120 experiences we rank in La Fortuna currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.
Is La Fortuna good for families?
Yes. 21 of the experiences we rank in La Fortuna are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.
How many days do you need in La Fortuna?
Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, 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.
When is the best time to visit La Fortuna?
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.
Can I cancel a booking in La Fortuna?
117 of the 120 experiences we rank in La Fortuna offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.
How does the Outty Ranking work?
Every experience in La Fortuna gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within La Fortuna so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.