Costa Rica Hot Springs
Owing mostly to its large number of volcanoes, the rich landscape of Costa Rica is dotted with thermal hot springs that come in every size, shape, and temperature imaginable. Some are elaborate and luxurious, allowing you the opportunity to sip a martini at a wet bar or unwind in a private heated nook, while others are a bit more playful, supplying guests with a sampling of water slides and deep pools to plunge into. Many hot spring tours are accompanied by other activities, including mud baths, massages, horseback rides, zip lines, hanging bridge tours, and more. Some of the best can be found in the La Fortuna/Arenal area, as well as in Rincón de La Vieja.
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Buena Vista Mega Combo Adventure
This expedition at the Buena Vista Lodge allows tour members to enjoy canopy tours and horseback rides, and hot springs all in one day. Oh right and then there is that 400-meter waterslide through the forest.
Explore TourSensoria Tour of Rincón de la Vieja
This tour of the Rincón de la Vieja forest is an idyllic hike past waterfalls and pools of bright blue water. It begins with a drive through the fields of Guanacaste, and then the landscape will suddenly transform into a lush forest.
Explore TourTabacon Hot Springs
Set amidst a rainforest near the base of the Arenal Volcano, the Tabacón Hot Springs are a fantastic place to unwind. Tabacón was one of the first hot springs resorts in the Arenal region.
Explore TourBuena Vista Eco Adventure Day Pass
This tour will take you to some of the most exciting parts of the tropical forest that surrounds Rincón de la Vieja Volcano. Rincón de la Vieja Volcano has recently become active again, and you may see some smoke billowing from the crater.
Explore TourIrazu Volcano & Hacienda Orosí Hot Springs
Join this tour to see the peaks of Irazu Volcano and memorable landmarks in the Orosi Valley. Your journey concludes with a relaxing dip in some volcanic hot springs.
Explore TourSensoria Land of Senses
This tour takes you to see the wildlife that surrounds the Rincón de la Vieja Volcano on a jungle trail called “Sensoria”—named for its sensorily overwhelming environment. Your three- to four-hour hike concludes with a dip in a thermally heated pool.
Explore TourBorinquen Adventure Day
The Borinquen Adventure is an exciting combination of horseback riding, zip lining and soaking in hot springs.
Explore TourBorinquen Day Package: Zip lines and Horseback Riding tour
The Borinquen Adventure is an exciting combination of horseback riding, zip lining and soaking in hot springs.
Explore TourVandará Explorer Pass
Indulge in a day of relaxation and adventure at the Vandara Hot Springs & Spa. The Vandara Hot Springs are situated near the Rincón de la Vieja National Park on a nicely forested piece of property. This combination tour allows guests to enjoy many different activities, including a soak in the hot springs, horseback riding, a canopy your, waterslide adventure, and an organic farm tour.
Explore TourOne Day Adventure Combo Hacienda Guachipelin
This tour offers travelers the ability to enjoy several exciting activities within the span of one day. It takes place at Hacienda Guachipelin, a hotel set just outside the Rincón de La Vieja National Park. The hotel is a working ranch and located on a beautiful piece of property. This is a good tour for active and adventurous travelers.
Explore TourMiravalles Volcano Combo Tour
This tour begins with a one-hour drive through the Guanacaste mountain range. During this portion, you’ll be privileged with excellent views of the dormant Miravalles Volcano. Although the volcano hasn’t experienced significant eruptions in some time, it continues to expel gas and geysers near its base— expulsions that are used by the government to produce geothermal energy.
Explore Tour2 in 1 Volcano Hike and Eco Termales Hot Springs
A 2-in-1 combo tour featuring a volcano hike and a visit to Eco Termales Hot Springs is a fantastic way to experience both adventure and relaxation in Costa Rica.
Explore Tour2 in 1 Volcano Hike and Paradise Hot Springs
A 2-in-1 combo tour featuring a volcano hike and a visit to Paradise Hot Springs is a fantastic way to experience both adventure and relaxation.
Explore Tour2 in 1 Volcano Hike and Baldi Hot Springs
A 2-in-1 combo tour featuring a volcano hike and a visit to Baldi Hot Springs is a fantastic way to experience both adventure and relaxation in Costa Rica.
Explore TourLos Perdidos Springs
The Los Perdidos Springs (The Lost Springs) are a part of the facilities at the Springs Resort and Spa. The Springs Resort is located 10km from La Fortuna and is nestled upon a mountain ridge overlooking the Arenal Volcano. The visit to the Los Perdidos Springs includes access to both the Los Perdidos Hot Springs as well as the Las Lagunas Springs (The Lagoons) located below the main building of the resort.
Explore TourVandara Nature Pass
Vandará offers an array of relaxing services on their grounds that harness all the relaxing powers of the Costa Rican landscape. This half-day tour includes lunch at the restaurant.
Explore TourEco Termales
Visit the pristine Eco Termales natural hot springs in La Fortuna, a sanctuary of unmatched natural beauty and relaxation.
Explore TourBaldi Hot Springs
Bask in the tranquility of natural hot springs with a tropical cocktail in hand and the Arenal Volcano in plain view at the Baldi Hot Springs. This tropical oasis features 25 different pools, the temperatures increasing as you go up in elevation.
Explore TourTitoku Hot Springs
The Titoku Hot Springs are located 5.5 km from La Fortuna downtown and about 15km from the Arenal Volcano National Park. The facilities are brand new and are part of the Arenal Kioro Hotel and Resort but are located on a separate property than the hotel.
Explore TourParadise Hot Springs
Paradise Hot Springs is located in La Fortuna, part of the Northern Lowlands region of Costa Rica. The resort provides access to pools of geothermal water, which are heated and mineralized by the activity of Arenal Volcano.
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Horseback Riding
Hot Springs
Suspension Bridges
Waterslides
Zip Lines
This expedition at the Buena Vista Lodge allows tour members to enjoy canopy tours and horseback rides, and hot springs all in one day. Oh right and then there is that 400-meter waterslide through the forest.
