Top Things to do in Province of Alajuela
Top Restaurants in Province of Alajuela
Things to do in Province of Alajuela, Costa Rica: The Best Tours
Discover the best top things to do in Province of Alajuela, Costa Rica including 4-in-1 Arenal Volcano Tour: Hanging Bridges, La Fortuna Waterfall, Volcano Hike, and Tabacon Hot Springs, Private Costa Rican Coffee and Chocolate Crafting Experience, Sarapiqui River White Water Rafting class 3/4, Private North Fields Cafe: Craft Specialty Coffee and Chocolate Tour, Our Famous Mambo Combo Canyoning and Rafting near the Arenal Volcano, Zipline Experience in La Fortuna with Hotel Pick Up, The Best 7 Zip Lines of Arenal, Upper Balsa River White Water Rafting Class 3/4, White Water Rafting Class III & IV, Balsa River White Water Rafting class 2/3..
Restaurants in Province of Alajuela
1. 4-in-1 Arenal Volcano Tour: Hanging Bridges, La Fortuna Waterfall, Volcano Hike, and Tabacon Hot Springs
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 43 reviews
Join this 4-in-1 tour where you get to see the best of Costa Rica in 12.5 hours. Channel your inner bravery and cross the Arenal Hanging Bridges to catch unbelievable views of the forest. Observe the stunning La Fortuna Waterfall and partake in a thrilling Volcano Hike. Visit Tabacon Hot Springs and enjoy a traditional Costa Rican meal in a local home. We know there is not always enough time to do as much as desired... but we can do it with you!
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off only from La Fortuna/ Arenal, Lunch, Local guide, Dinner, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off outside La Fortuna/ Arenal, Gratuities
Reviewed By shannonwE5057TA
Without a doubt, the highlight day of our first trip to Costa Rica was our 3-in-1 tour with RainForest Explorers. We had Carlos as our guide and driver for the first two stops - Mistico Hanging Bridges and hiking at the base of the Arenal Volcano. Carlos was truly an amazing guide and such a fun person to spend the day with. He was excellent at spotting animals and super knowledgeable about everything we saw. Mistico was beautiful, but I think without Carlos we would have walked through it in half an hour and not seen a single animal. Instead, we saw two different troops of monkeys (Spider and Howler), a tarantula, a viper, bats, Blue Jeans Poison Dart Frogs, many birds and butterflies, and on and on. It was a wonderful tour! He used his Swarovski scope to give us a great look at the animals, and also took photos and videos through it with our phones. At the end of our walk through the Hanging Bridges, Carlos cut up a fresh pineapple to snack on before we got back in the van. Even the pineapple came with a lesson, where we found out that pineapple is a multiple fruit. Next, we drove to the base of Arenal Volcano to hike up some of the old lava rocks. We got our geology lesson for the day, saw some more beautiful animals, and took some great photos. Apparently Arenal rarely shows her full face, but we had an absolutely clear view of the Volcano throughout the entire day. After Arenal, Carlos drove us to the private restaurant owned by RainForest Explorers. Yuliana, the founder of the company (who does a great job running the scheduling and customer service), and her mom Ileana welcomed us warmly to the restaurant. Ileana taught us how to make tortillas, but our results shouldn’t be representative of her teaching skills, ha! After we made tortillas, we were fed a delicious lunch of casado tipico (protein, salad, gallo pinto, avocado, and plantains - amazing), guanabana juice, and coffee made in a chorreador. It was our favorite meal of the entire trip. We hung out for a little while after lunch (and got up close and personal with a sloth that was hanging out on a fence on their property), said a sad goodbye to Carlos, and then Yuliana’s brother Edgardo drove us to Eden Chocolate Farm for a tour. After the chocolate tour (also a great tour), Edgardo picked us up and drove us back to our hotel. It was the perfect day! We would recommend RainForest Explorers for anyone looking for a touring company in the Arenal region.
2. Private Costa Rican Coffee and Chocolate Crafting Experience
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 39 reviews
North Fields Cafe offers a two hour local family owned experience in Costa Rica, located close to Arenal Volcano area and its hot springs
Inclusions: Chocolate preparation and tasting, Sugar cane tasting, Water to drink, Hotel pickup and drop-off (Only hotels from around La Fortuna, The springs or Tabacon area, 15 minutes away), Professional guide, Coffee and/or Tea
Exclusions: Gratuities, Does not include transportation from hotels far away from La Fortuna Area, (20 minutes)
Reviewed By albanyluensmann
My husband and I took this tour today, and I created a trip advisor account just to leave this A+ review! Rafael lead our tour, and was incredibly knowledgeable and engaging! We learned a lot, had many laughs and got to try some amazing treats! They also picked us up and dropped us off at our hotel which was very convenient! I highly recommend! It’s the best food tour we’ve ever done!
3. Sarapiqui River White Water Rafting class 3/4
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 129 reviews
The Sarapiquí River is one of the most exuberant rivers in the area whit rapids class 4 and 3 all the way down, wild a lot of wildlife during the descent like sloths, monkeys, toucan’s and a lot more. Also this river is very important in the history of Costa Rica because that was the route of the heroes use at the time in 1856-1857. Sarapiquí River basically represents chronic of travelers who during their travels through the northern sector of Costa Rica that is why is called the route of the heroes, in the nineteenth century printed on paper, details of the river, landscapes, people, roads and impressions of this area of the country." So this river is part of the Costa Rica history that’s why is one of the most popular river and one of the wildest rivers whit more than 35 continuous rapids, is an experience you will never forget. This is where Arenal Rafting Company take to have the best white water rafting adventure class 3-4 unforgettable.
Inclusions: Lunch, Professional guide, Transportation, Fresh Fruits, Towels, Bottled water
Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase) we will show you the pictures at the end of the tour.
Reviewed By s_rgios119
Wonderful experience, starting with the kindness of the staff, the excellent organization and the guide Roberto, which made our descent super fun. Definitely would recommend.
4. Private North Fields Cafe: Craft Specialty Coffee and Chocolate Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 109 reviews
North Fields Cafe offers a two hour local family owned experience in Costa Rica, located close to Arenal Volcano area and its hot springs
Inclusions: Local taxes, Chocolate preparation and tasting, Sugar cane tasting, Water to drink, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (not more than 20 minutes away from La Fortuna Area), Coffee and/or Tea
Exclusions: Gratuities, Does not include transportation from hotels 20 minutes away from La Fortuna area.
Reviewed By corinnej755
What an amazing experience: we enjoyed the insightful tour with the very enthusiastic and knowledgeable Rafael a lot. He explained us a lot about coffee, chocolate, sugar cain and the nature of Costa Rica. Additionally, we were able to taste and fully experience coffee, sugar cain and chocolate. Highly recommended!
5. Our Famous Mambo Combo Canyoning and Rafting near the Arenal Volcano
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 36 reviews
The Desafio MAMBO COMBO Canyoning & Rafting adventure is one of the most-popular full-day tours in Costa Rica. There are very few places in the world where you can rappel down incredible waterfalls and raft down an exciting jungle river. Start by doing TripAdvisor's top experience Lost Canyon Adventures canyoning and then head out to raft the fun Class 2 and 3 Balsa River. And to top it all off, you get an all-you-can-eat all-natural, tropical buffet lunch at Desafio's Hunters and Gatherers restaurant right next to the famous El Salto swimming hole of the Río Fortuna.
Inclusions: Hotel or vacation rental pickup and drop-off within La Fortuna area, Lunch, Local guide, Photographer (photos available for purchase), Use of safety equipment
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By jenniferdA7334IQ
Desafio was perfectly professional and seriously fun from the time we met them. Moises and Ralph were an absolute delight and made the day so much more fun! We also did the canyoneering in Lost Canyon and that was just as amazing. Both lunches we had were incredible. When I return to Costa Rica I will definitely be having more serious fun with Desafio!
6. Zipline Experience in La Fortuna with Hotel Pick Up
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 20 reviews
Fly high over the zipline of the rain forest and feel what adrenaline means for nature lovers. After the tour you going to have the opportunity to enjoy the 3 thermal mineral pools and volcanic mud baths.
Inclusions: Harness, Helmets and goggles, Thermal MIneral Pools and volcanic mud baths
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By kevino705
We went zip lining for the first time. Very enjoyable, great views, excellent instructors. Children friendly staff.
7. The Best 7 Zip Lines of Arenal
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 35 reviews
Soar over the canyons, through lush forests, above waterfalls, on this half-day small-group guided adventure. Experience the adrenaline rush from the zip line and observe the truly breathtaking landscape beside Arenal Volcano.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off in La Fortuna, Professional guide, Use of helmet
Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Food and drinks (available for purchase), Hotel pick up and drop off from hotels outside of immediate La Fortuna area
Reviewed By Tryit1290
The view from the canopy was unbelievable! Did a total of 7 lines which was PERFECT! Had amazing views of Arenal and waterfalls. Kristel and Pablo were phenomenal tour guides. This was my first time zip lining and I felt safe under their guidance.
8. Upper Balsa River White Water Rafting Class 3/4
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 250 reviews
The balsa river is the best white water rafting choice in the northern area of Costa Rica this great class 3 &4 on the upper part, Balsa River for an adventure you won’t forget anytime soon! Stop along the way to rest a bit, do a little swimming, and enjoy some fresh Costa Rica fruit. After white water rafting, you will get a clean towel, a cold local beer or water, and we’ll take you to a local restaurant to have a Costa Rica style lunch Daily tours leave at 08:30 am from La Fortuna for our Class IV White Water Rafting Adventure on the Balsa River and includes round trip transportation from local La Fortuna hotels, all equipment, guides, fruit on the river, local beer or water, & local lunch. We come back to La Fortuna town at 13:30. This tour is appropriate for anyone with 5 years and older.
Inclusions: Fruits on the river, Lunch, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Towel
Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase) at the end of the tour. , We do extra pickups in some hotels for a charge of $40
Reviewed By s_rgios119
Wonderful experience, starting with the kindness of the staff, the excellent organization and the guide Roberto, which made our descent super fun. Definitely would recommend.
9. White Water Rafting Class III & IV
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 99 reviews
Rafting Class III & IV The grandest canyon of the Balsa River, experience the excitement, serenity, joy and enchanting beauty of the river as it transforms this divine chasm and those who venture down it. You will be accompanied by expert river guides and safety kayakers,You’ll combine exciting rapids with the chance to admire beautiful nature. Once to enjoy our fresh locally grown tropical fruits and again for a delicious, authentic Costa Rican Organic lunch, you’ll also learn about the growing, harvesting, production of chocolate, medical plants, fruits and sugar cane. Finally, you will learn about sugar cane in Costa Rica. Your guide will help you extract sugar cane in a traditional fashion, and you’ll get to enjoy a glass of pure sugar cane juice. A sweet ending for an amazing adventure!
Inclusions: Rafting class III & IV River Balsa , Adventure Rafting, Lunch, Pick up/drop off in La Fortuna , Fruits
Exclusions: No Gratuities - There are not included in the price., Photos
Reviewed By Cskawinski
What a beautiful experience! Orlando was our raft guide who took wonderful care us. We drove to the river and had a scenic hike down to the class V section. The section was full on fun and our safety kayaker took our photos!We ended the river trip with the best pineapple and mangos we’ve had! Then a yummy lunch with fresh coffee and a nice walk around their organic farm, accompanied by a belly warming shot of homemade rum! We saw toucans, monkeys, butterfly’s and many Ticos enjoying the river, it was incredible. Orlando even drove us to town for and errand. We will definitely be back to see the whole team who really made our experience perfect. Xoxo Chelsea and Jamie
10. Balsa River White Water Rafting class 2/3.
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 226 reviews
This 2.5-hour journey with your professional guide down a lush Costa Rican river offers the thrill of big waves and excitement for the whole family. Navigate 10 kilometers of white water rapids, stop along the way to rest a bit, do a little swimming, and enjoy some fresh Costa Rica fruit. After white water rafting, enjoy a Costa Rica style lunch at a local restaurant.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Transportation, Bottled water, Towel, Lunch
Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase) at the end of the tour.
Reviewed By s_rgios119
Wonderful experience, starting with the kindness of the staff, the excellent organization and the guide Roberto, which made our descent super fun. Definitely would recommend.
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