Things to do in San Rafael de Guatuso
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Tours & day trips
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La Fortuna quad bike Adventure with Mud Mask and Arenal Volcano Views
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
9.2 out of 10 with 155 reviews
9.2/10
155 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Hanging Bridges Self-Guided Walk at Mistico Park
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
9.2 out of 10 with 76 reviews
9.2/10
76 Viator reviews
includes taxes & fees
per adult
From San José: Hots Springs, Arenal Volcano view with Lunch
Activity duration is 16 hours
16h
7.0 out of 10 with 14 reviews
7/10
14 verified reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rio Celeste, Sloth Watching & Waterfall Rainforest Experience
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
10.0 out of 10 with 11 reviews
10/10
11 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Afternoon Arenal Volcano Tour & Natural Hot Springs River
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
9.2 out of 10 with 41 reviews
9.2/10
41 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Volcano Magic of Nature
Activity duration is 12 hours
12h
9.4 out of 10 with 121 reviews
9.4/10
121 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Hanging Bridges and La Fortuna Waterfall Combo Tour
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
10.0 out of 10 with 32 reviews
10/10
32 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Night Walk Around Arenal Volcano
Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
2h 30m
9.8 out of 10 with 243 reviews
9.8/10
243 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Sloth Sanctuary WildLife Hike
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
7.0 out of 10 with 14 reviews
7/10
14 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
La Fortuna: Ecotermales Rainforest Hot Spring Day Pass
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Private & custom tours
See all 46 activitiesRio Celeste, Sloth Watching & Waterfall Rainforest Experience
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
10.0 out of 10 with 11 reviews
10/10
11 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Rain forest, Wild life, Waterfall and Chocolate Private Tour
Activity duration is 7 hours
7h
10.0 out of 10 with 6 reviews
10/10
6 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Blue Waterfall, Sloth Sanctuary and Coffee TourDay Trip
Activity duration is 11 hours
11h
10.0 out of 10 with 28 reviews
10/10
28 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Sloth, Rain Forest Hike and Waterfall
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
La Fortuna, full day transport, from San Jose.
Activity duration is 1 day
1d
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveller*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Discover Rio Celeste Labyrinth, Sloth Sanctuary & River Swim
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 Viator review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Private combo Hanging Bridges+Volcano Hike+Waterfall+Hot Springs
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Full Day Tour
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
10.0 out of 10 with 6 reviews
10/10
6 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rio Celeste Combo: River Tubing+Blue Waterfall+Exotic Wildlife
Activity duration is 11 hours
11h
9.8 out of 10 with 28 reviews
9.8/10
28 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Bijagua Upala Rainforest, Trails, Sloths, Birds and others
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Wildlife & nature
See all 39 activitiesRio Celeste, Sloth Watching & Waterfall Rainforest Experience
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
10.0 out of 10 with 11 reviews
10/10
11 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Half Day Adventure from Arenal -2 tours in 1, 4 options to choose
Activity duration is 7 hours
7h
9.6 out of 10 with 20 reviews
9.6/10
20 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rain forest, Wild life, Waterfall and Chocolate Private Tour
Activity duration is 7 hours
7h
10.0 out of 10 with 6 reviews
10/10
6 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Horseback Riding and Wellness: Ride and Clay Mask in Arenal
Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
2h 30m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Volcano River Horseback Riding Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
9.0 out of 10 with 8 reviews
9/10
8 Viator reviews
includes taxes & fees
per adult
La Fortuna: Hanging Bridges Guided Tour at Mistico Park
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
9.4 out of 10 with 66 reviews
9.4/10
66 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Volcano: El Silencio Trail Guided Hike
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Volcano Adventure Hike Lava Fields & Rainforest
Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
2h 30m
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Heliconias Hanging Bridges Guided Tour
Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
1h 30m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Premium Day Pass - Ecological Park Arenal Volcano + Hot Springs
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Cruises & boat tours
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Tubing in Rio Celeste: A Perfect Blend of Nature and Adventure
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
9.4 out of 10 with 29 reviews
9.4/10
29 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
White water Tubing + Indigenous culture + FREE Thermal pools
Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
1h 30m
9.6 out of 10 with 7 reviews
9.6/10
7 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Combo Blue river Tubing ,Sloth Refuge and Rain Forest.
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Tubing Rio Celeste: The Longest Adventure With Lunch Included
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
10.0 out of 10 with 5 reviews
10/10
5 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Río Celeste: Tubing Adventure in the Río Celeste
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
10.0 out of 10 with 11 reviews
10/10
11 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Sloths in the Rain Forest and Safari by the River
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
10.0 out of 10 with 28 reviews
10/10
28 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
From La Fortuna: Río Celeste Waterfall, Tubing Tour and Lunch
Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes
8h 30m
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rio Celeste Tubing & Swimming Adventure
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
9.6 out of 10 with 5 reviews
9.6/10
5 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Tubing in Rio Celeste
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
10.0 out of 10 with 118 reviews
10/10
118 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Tubing along the Celeste River
Activity duration is 2 hours and 20 minutes
2h 20m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
History & culture
See all 11 activitiesLa Fortuna quad bike Adventure with Mud Mask and Arenal Volcano Views
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
9.2 out of 10 with 155 reviews
9.2/10
155 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Half-Day Tour with Safari Float and Chocolate Experience
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 verified review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Café Experience in Bijagua
Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
1h 30m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Suspension Bridge and Puma Trek Trails
Activity duration is 1 hour and 20 minutes
1h 20m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Maleku Indigenous Reserve Tour
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rain forest Adventure to Rio Celeste Waterfall & Sloth Sanctuary
Activity duration is 7 hours
7h
4.0 out of 10 with 1 review
4/10
1 verified review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Rio Celeste Funny Milking & Farming Experience
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Volcano Hike To The Lava Flows
Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
2h 30m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
La Fortuna: Rain Forest Arenal Volcano Park Tour
Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes
4h 30m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Arenal Volcano & Baldi Hot Springs one day tour from San Jose
Activity duration is 13 hours
13h
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
What to do in San Rafael de Guatuso
Frequently asked questions
Is San Rafael de Guatuso worth visiting?
Whether you're planning to discover the cultural hotspots and local charm or try regional foods and explore in nature, there's no shortage of things to do in San Rafael de Guatuso.
How do I spend a day in San Rafael de Guatuso?
Venado Caves is a good place to start your getaway adventures. Remember to explore the dining and shopping options in San Rafael de Guatuso while you're in town too.
What is the top tourist attraction in San Rafael de Guatuso?
Venado Caves is one of the top tourist attractions in San Rafael de Guatuso and should be high on every itinerary of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in San Rafael de Guatuso?
Three days is enough for a quick getaway to San Rafael de Guatuso — you'll tick off the main sights and get a good idea of the local vibe. But if you want to really experience it all, hang around for at least a week or more to discover the nearby areas too.
What are some activities to do in San Rafael de Guatuso with kids?
Deciding what to do in San Rafael de Guatuso with kids has never been so easy. Whether you have teenagers or little ones, there's no shortage of family-friendly tours and attractions to keep them entertained here.
What to do in San Rafael de Guatuso for adults?
From fantastic food and cultural highlights to outdoor adventures and one-of-a-kind experiences, there's no shortage of fun things to do in San Rafael de Guatuso for adults.
Are there free things to do in San Rafael de Guatuso?
With loads of cheap things to do in San Rafael de Guatuso, you can experience the area without getting your wallet out. Soak up the vibes at free events and festivals or stroll through the local markets.
