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Volcano Hike, Waterfall Swim & Hot Springs Combo on Rincon de la Vieja

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Tamarindo, Costa Rica
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On average, this is booked 44 (26) days in advance.

12 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Spanish
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Overview

A full day tour exploring the flora, fauna and natural wonders of Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park. The day consists of a moderate 2-hour hike where you will see wildlife and volcanic activity. Next we will visit the Oropendola Waterfall where you can swim and play in the water. After the waterfall, it is time to eat a typical Costa Rican lunch following a trip to relax at the hot springs and enjoy a volcanic mud bath.

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation from Andaz, Four Seasons, Planet Hollywood, Las Catalinas, Waldorf Astoria
  • JW Marriott/Pinilla Pick Up Fee
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

Included with the option “Shared Transportation & Guide”.

Pickup details

Self Drive Meeting Point-Meet your guide at the Adventure Park @ 9:00 AM - your maps link will be sent upon confirmation.We pick up from hotels, condos and private residences in the following areas:'-Hacienda Pinilla/JW Marriott: 6:00 AM ($50 extra per booking, not per customer) -Langosta/Tamarindo: 6:30 AM -Conchal (W/Westin, Reserva Conchal), Brasilitos: 6:45 AM -Playa Grande, Flamingo, Potrero: 6:30 AM -Catalinas: 6:15 AM ($70 extra per booking, not per customer) -RIU Hotels Main Security Gate, Not the Lobby: 6:45 AM -Playas del Cocos: 7:20 AM -Playa Hermosa & Panama (Occ/Sects Papagayo, Villas Sol, Condovac, Mangroove): 7:30 AM -Liberia Peri Supermarket: 8:30 AM -Andaz, Four Seasons, Planet Hollywood: 7:20 AM ($70 extra per booking, not per customer) -Waldorf Astoria: 7:30 AM ($70 extra per booking, not per customer)

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Meeting point

For the option “Self Drive/Meet at Park”.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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Parque Nacional Rincon de la Vieja

National Park HikeWith our bilingual naturalist guide, you'll walk 3.5-km (2 miles) in Las Pailas circular path through the tropical forest to enjoy the best views of the volcano, incredible nature, volcanic activity, and wildlife. The park is home to more than 300 species of birds, and many other animals, such as armadillos, bays, iguanas, coatis and white-faced monkeys, howler monkeys, spider monkeys, toucans, turkeys, and much more. You will stop to view the volcanic activity including bubbling mud pots, fumaroles, and a mini crater. The Las Pailas sector spectacularly shows the power of the Rincon de la Vieja volcano, the most active and largest volcano in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Steam and sulfur come from natural fumaroles of the yellow and rusty soil. Witness clay pails in various shades of brown with boiling volcanic water, fine gray volcanic mud bubbles and explosions in large pails. This volcano is like no other in Costa Rica.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

Oropendola Warterfall

After the hike, take a short walk off the beaten path to Oropendola Waterfall just outside of the park, where you can jump in and swim in the blue lagoon.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Rio Negro Hot Springs

Hot Springs & Volcanic Mud Bath After lunch you will driven to the Hot Springs. Surrounded by tropical dry forest, the Río Negro (Black River) Hot Springs feature ten pools with thermal waters heated naturally by the Rincón de la Vieja Volcano.The soothing mineral waters are crystal clear and all natural. Relax and enjoy luxuriating in our healing waters. You can also try our volcanic mud “bath”, where you smooth volcanic clay mud on your body!
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Playa Conchal (pass by)

6:40 AM
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Province of Guanacaste (pass by)

6 am - 7:45 am
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Playa Flamingo (pass by)

6:30 AM
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Tamarindo (pass by)

6:30 AM
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Tamarindo Beach (pass by)

6:30 am
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Sardinal (pass by)

7:00 am RIU Guanacaste/Palace
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Playa Hermosa (pass by)

7:30 am
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Playa Panama (pass by)

7:40 am
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Playas del Coco (pass by)

7:20 am
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Playa Matapalo (pass by)

7:00 AM RIU Hotels
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Las Catalinas (pass by)

6:15 am
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required, if you are a solo traveler please contact us
  • If you do not need transportation, please meet us at the entrance of the National Park at 9:00 am.
  • If your hotel is not listed, contact us for quoting

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Volcano Hike, Waterfall Swim & Hot Springs Combo on Rincon de la Vieja?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • National Park fees
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Driver/guide
  • Transportation from Andaz, Four Seasons, Planet Hollywood, Las Catalinas, Waldorf Astoria
  • JW Marriott/Pinilla Pick Up Fee
  • Gratuities
  • Towel - Bring Your Own

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Use "Special Requirements" field upon checkout to advise dietary information
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required, if you are a solo traveler please contact us
  • If you do not need transportation, please meet us at the entrance of the National Park at 9:00 am.
  • If your hotel is not listed, contact us for quoting
  • Due to a new requirement issued by the Ministry of Tourism and the National Park Systems of Costa Rica, we need each person to send us the following information: Full Name on Passport, Passport number, Passport issuing country. You must carry a picture of your passport with you on your tour!
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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