Highly recommend the guides. The whole team are experts in this industry and are a pleasure to be around.
La Fortuna: Arenal Horseback Riding to La Fortuna Waterfall

Short Description
Explore the lush rainforest around La Fortuna on a guided horseback ride, visit the Maleku cultural village, and cool off with a dip at the stunning La Fortuna Waterfall—perfect for families and newcomers to riding.
Description
Overview
? Discover the beauty of La Fortuna on horseback as you explore lush rainforest trails, scenic river canyons, and breathtaking waterfall viewpoints. This guided ride takes you to the famous La Fortuna Waterfall and includes a cultural stop at a traditional Maleku village. Perfect for beginners and families, this 3-hour adventure blends nature, culture, and gentle outdoor excitement.
Highlights
? Ride through tropical rainforest on a well-trained, beginner-friendly horse.
? Visit the stunning La Fortuna Waterfall and enjoy time to swim in the refreshing river below.
?️ Follow forest trails with views of a beautiful river canyon and the surrounding landscape.
?️ Experience Indigenous culture with a visit to a Maleku village.
??? Family-friendly – suitable for guests aged 4 and older.
Full Description
Embark on a peaceful horseback ride through the natural beauty of La Fortuna. Your certified guide leads you along forest paths surrounded by vibrant vegetation, where you can observe the region’s flora and fauna. As you travel beside the canyon of the Pino Blanco Waterfall, enjoy sweeping views of the rainforest and river.
Continue your ride to the entrance of the iconic La Fortuna Waterfall. Here, you’ll have time to walk down to the base, take photos, or cool off in the crystal-clear waters of the river. This tour also includes a visit to a Maleku cultural village, where you’ll learn about the traditions and history of one of Costa Rica’s Indigenous groups.
The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off in the La Fortuna area, making it a smooth and enjoyable experience from start to finish.
What’s Included
✔️ Professional certified guide
✔️ Horseback riding equipment
✔️ Access to La Fortuna Waterfall
✔️ Visit to a Maleku cultural village
✔️ Hotel pickup and drop-off within La Fortuna
❌ Food and drinks (available for purchase)
❌ Souvenir photos (available for purchase)
What to Bring
? Comfortable clothing
? Closed-toe shoes
? Sun hat or cap
? Sunscreen
? Insect repellent
? Camera
? Water bottle
Why Travelers Love It
Travelers appreciate this tour for its gentle, scenic horseback ride suitable for all experience levels. The combination of rainforest trails, a refreshing visit to La Fortuna Waterfall, and meaningful cultural interactions with the Maleku community creates a well-rounded adventure. Many guests highlight the friendly guides, healthy and well-trained horses, and the opportunity to experience nature up close in a safe, relaxed setting.
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! 🌴✨
Choose what to book
Reviews
Wow so here we are made all that fun had we just the best to do great team great trip thanks for your time hahah all the best.
This was a great experience. Exceeded expectations.
One of the highlights of our visit, an exciting trip. We tried to cram in so much into the week and were glad to have booked this tour.
What a great experience! Highly recommend this tour!
You might also like…

Monteverde: Zip Line, Bridges, and Butterfly Garden Tour

Monteverde: Zip Line, Bridges, and Butterfly Garden Tour

Marino Ballena National Park: Whale Watching Boat Tour

Marino Ballena National Park: Whale Watching Boat Tour

Discover Limón: Cultural and Historical Downtown Walk

Discover Limón: Cultural and Historical Downtown Walk

Uvita: Bird Watching Tour

Uvita: Bird Watching Tour

Playa Flamingo: Horseback Riding on the Beach

Playa Flamingo: Horseback Riding on the Beach

Costa Rica: Mistico Hanging Bridges Guided Tour

Costa Rica: Mistico Hanging Bridges Guided Tour

Wine Tour and Golden Rush

Wine Tour and Golden Rush

Drake Bay: Snorkeling Tour in Caño Island with Lunch

Drake Bay: Snorkeling Tour in Caño Island with Lunch

La Fortuna: Arenal River Tubing Adventure

La Fortuna: Arenal River Tubing Adventure

Horseback Riding Tour to the Oropéndola Waterfall

Horseback Riding Tour to the Oropéndola Waterfall

From San Jose: Rainforest Atlantic Aerial Tram Tour

From San Jose: Rainforest Atlantic Aerial Tram Tour

Mangrove Experience from Uvita

Mangrove Experience from Uvita

Tortuguero: A night walk through the Tortuguero rainforest

Tortuguero: A night walk through the Tortuguero rainforest

Bitzu Coffee Tour: An authentic Costa Rican experience.

Bitzu Coffee Tour: An authentic Costa Rican experience.

Rio Claro: Floating Tour with Lunch in Drake Bay

Rio Claro: Floating Tour with Lunch in Drake Bay

La Fortuna: Half-Day Wildlife Safari Float

La Fortuna: Half-Day Wildlife Safari Float

Lake Arenal: Kayaking and Biking Combo Tour

Lake Arenal: Kayaking and Biking Combo Tour

From Brasilito: 1-Hour Horseback Riding Beach Tour

From Brasilito: 1-Hour Horseback Riding Beach Tour

Playa Mantas: Private Mini Fishing Boat Rental

Playa Mantas: Private Mini Fishing Boat Rental

PRIVATE TOUR Manuel Antonio park

PRIVATE TOUR Manuel Antonio park

La Fortuna: Hanging Bridges, Arenal Volcano, and Falls Tour

La Fortuna: Hanging Bridges, Arenal Volcano, and Falls Tour

ATV Tour: Adventure tour in La Fortuna

ATV Tour: Adventure tour in La Fortuna

The heart of Quepos: History and Culture tour

The heart of Quepos: History and Culture tour

Nauyaca Waterfall: Shuttle Service, Park Ticket & Lunch

Nauyaca Waterfall: Shuttle Service, Park Ticket & Lunch

Monteverde: Adventure-Mania Zipline & Challenge Course 5in1

Monteverde: Adventure-Mania Zipline & Challenge Course 5in1

Chocolate, Vanilla and Coffee Tour

Chocolate, Vanilla and Coffee Tour

Guanacaste: Off-Road ATV-Quad Challenge

Guanacaste: Off-Road ATV-Quad Challenge

Cooking with a Costa Rican family
