Transport to La Fortuna
Activity Details
At the scheduled time, we’ll pick you up from your hotel to begin a journey of around 5 hours heading north. Along the way, we’ll travel through the green, rolling landscapes of the Central Valley, dotted with cattle farms, coffee plantations, and pineapple fields.
Halfway through the journey, we’ll make a stop of approximately 1 hour in Sarchí, a destination recognized as a cultural heritage site of Costa Rica.
This picturesque town is famous for its colorful wooden art and ox carts decorated with floral and geometric motifs. We’ll use the break to visit a handicraft factory, where you’ll be able to watch master artisans at work and purchase authentic pieces of local art.
You’ll also see the largest ox cart in the world. It’s a 15-meter-long (49 ft) structure registered in the Guinness Book of Records.
After this experience, we’ll continue on to La Fortuna, passing farmland and small rural villages until the Arenal Volcano appears on the horizon.
Finally, we’ll drop you off at La Fortuna’s central park or at your hotel, provided it’s located on the main street.
Hotel Pickup
This transfer includes pickup from hotels in San José, Heredia, and Alajuela. At the following link, you can see the hotels with pickup included:
What to Do in La Fortuna?
Once in La Fortuna, you’ll be able to relax in a setting where nature takes center stage. It’s one of Costa Rica’s most captivating destinations. Welcome!
You can visit the famous hot springs of Arenal Volcano, where natural springs flow through tropical gardens, creating steaming pools. Very close by is La Fortuna Waterfall, a cascade of more than 70 meters (230 ft) that plunges between fern-covered walls.
If you enjoy adventure, you can go zip-lining through the rainforest canopy, horseback riding, or kayaking and paddleboarding on Lake Arenal, with the volcano’s silhouette as a backdrop.
And if you’re looking for something much more relaxed, Arenal Volcano National Park offers trails where you can spot tropical birds and vividly colored butterflies. Of course, at the end of the day, there’s nothing better than enjoying a traditional casado (plate of traditional food) at one of the town’s cozy restaurants, known locally as sodas.
Transport from La Fortuna to San José
If you’d like to make the return journey, we recommend booking the transport from La Fortuna to San José.
More Information
Duration
5 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
Hotel pickup in San José, Heredia, and Alajuela
Minibus transport
English–speaking driver
When to book?
You can book up until 10 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability conditions
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - How much luggage can I bring?
A - You can bring 1 suitcase weighing between 10 and 23 kg (22–51 lb) and 1 carry-on bag per person
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis, we offer tickets at official prices, with full transparency and exclusive benefits for our users. In a few exceptional cases (less than 5%), these rates may be slightly higher than the ticket office price as they include booking fees and/or audio guides. The advantage is that your spot is guaranteed, and you won’t have to wait in line at the ticket office(although there may still be wait time at security and to access the monument).
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Expediciones Tropicales Corporate name: Expediciones Tropicales S.A. Registered Office: Provincia: San José. Cantón: Central. Distrito: El Carmen. Dirección: Avenidas 11 y 13, Calle 3 Bis, Barrio Amón., San José, Costa Rica Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): 3-101-133624 Contact information Email: gsalas@expedicionestropicales.com Phone: +506 -2257-4171
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 1 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.