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La Fortuna Waterfall Hike & Farm Lunch

Short Description
Join this 1‑day guided tour from La Fortuna to the iconic 75 m La Fortuna Waterfall, enjoy a moderate rainforest hike, take a refreshing swim in natural pools, and refuel with an authentic Costa Rican farm-to-table lunch — all with hotel pickup, entrance fees, and English/Spanish guide included.
Description
? Overview
Discover one of Costa Rica’s most iconic natural wonders — La Fortuna Waterfall — with a guided hike through lush rainforest, followed by a hearty farm-to-table lunch at a nearby rural farm. Perfect for travelers seeking a mix of adventure, nature, and authentic local cuisine.
✅ Highlights
Stunning waterfall ~75 m (≈246 ft) cascading into a bright blue pool — a picturesque rainforest postcard.
Moderate hike: descend (and later ascend) a staircase through rainforest to reach the waterfall and natural pools.
Opportunity to swim in natural pool below the waterfall — refreshing and scenic.
Authentic, organic farm-to-table Costa Rican lunch at a local farm (regional food, coffee, dessert) after the hike.
? Full Description
After hotel pickup, you’ll ride approximately 30 minutes to the trailhead near La Fortuna Waterfall. From there, a guided descent down ~500 stairs leads you through rainforest to the base of the waterfall and its inviting natural pool — ideal for photos and a cool swim.
Post-hike, you’ll head to a local farm for a traditional Costa Rican farm-to-table meal, including local dishes, coffee, and dessert — a nice blend of nature and culture.
The tour wraps up with a return ride to your hotel. All transport, entrance fees, guide, water, and lunch are included.
? What’s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation (van)
Live tour guide (English & Spanish)
Entrance fee to waterfall / natural site
Water and lunch (farm-to-table regional food including coffee)
? What to Bring / Important Info
Swimwear & Towel (for waterfall swimming)
Hiking shoes (for steps/trail)
Camera (for scenic photos)
Sunscreen, Rain gear, Insect repellent (rainforest environment)
Water shoes (optional but helpful)
Not suitable for: Children under 4 years, pregnant women, people with mobility impairments, heart problems or recent surgeries.
Why Travelers Love It ?
The waterfall — breathtaking and photogenic — offers a classic Costa Rica rainforest-waterfall experience.
The mix of moderate adventure (hike + swim) with cultural immersion (local farm lunch) gives a well-rounded day trip.
Convenient logistics: hotel pickup/drop-off, English/Spanish guides, all major costs covered (transport, entrance, food).
An accessible way to experience rainforest + waterfall even for travelers without specialized gear or deep wilderness experience.
Important Note
After completing your reservation, our team will contact you one day before your tour to confirm your exact hotel / Airbnb pickup time or meeting point.
If you selected a meeting point during your booking, please note that your reservation is fully confirmed — simply arrive at the chosen location at the scheduled time.
Please ensure the WhatsApp number, phone number, or email you entered during booking is correct so we can reach you smoothly.
For any changes to your reservation, weather questions, or special requests, feel free to contact us:
- 📞 Barbara (WhatsApp): +1 829-318-9463
- 📞 Dary (WhatsApp): +1 829-754-6322
- 📧 Email: [email protected]
We look forward to welcoming you! 🌴✨
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Reviews
A must for first timers to the Dominican Republic!
Excellent tour! The local insights provided by the guide made the whole experience truly special. I’d recommend it to anyone!
Perfect all round and the team just what to help we liked it. Great for trip and can not say how much the tour helped thanks cheers.
A truly excellent tour from a well organised company. We were looking for something to take us on a tour and give us a day to remember.
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