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La Fortuna: Arenal River Horseback Riding

Short Description
Explore Costa Rica’s Arenal region on horseback with this 3-hour guided tour along the Arenal River. Ride through jungle trails, visit the Maleku indigenous village, and unwind in thermal mineral pools — ideal for nature lovers and families
Description
Overview ??
Experience a peaceful 3-hour horseback riding adventure along the stunning Arenal River in La Fortuna. Ride through lush jungle trails, enjoy breathtaking canyon views, and learn about Costa Rica’s indigenous heritage with a visit to a traditional Maleku house. This small-group tour offers a relaxing and immersive connection with nature, perfect for families, beginners, and nature lovers.
Highlights ✨
? Ride on healthy, well-trained horses guided by experienced bilingual guides
? Explore forest and river-canyon trails near Arenal Volcano
? Visit the Maleku indigenous house and learn about their culture
? Enjoy a peaceful ride surrounded by wildlife and tropical forest
? Relax in natural thermal mineral pools included in the tour
??? Small group experience with a maximum of 6 participants
Full Description ?
Your journey begins with a comfortable pickup in La Fortuna before heading to the stables. After meeting your horse and receiving safety instructions, you’ll start a gentle ride through private forest trails. The path takes you along the Arenal River canyon, where you can enjoy panoramic views, wildlife sightings, and the tranquil sounds of nature.
Midway through the tour, you’ll visit a traditional Maleku house — a unique opportunity to learn about Costa Rica’s indigenous roots, local customs, and handicrafts. The ride continues through scenic landscapes before you unwind in natural thermal pools, offering the perfect ending to a relaxing adventure in La Fortuna.
What’s Included ✅
Hotel pickup within La Fortuna area
Professional bilingual guide (English & Spanish)
Well-trained horses
Visit to Maleku House (indigenous cultural experience)
Access to thermal mineral pools
Small group size for personalized attention
What to Bring ?
Long pants for comfortable riding
Closed-toe shoes (required)
Sunscreen and insect repellent
Water bottle
Camera or phone for photos
Extra clothes if you plan to enjoy the thermal pools
Why Travelers Love It ❤️
Travelers enjoy this tour for its perfect balance of relaxation, cultural learning, and natural beauty. The small group setting allows for personal attention, making it great for beginners. The horses are calm and well cared for, and the trails offer stunning views of Arenal’s jungle and river canyon. The visit to the Maleku cultural house adds a meaningful touch, while the thermal pools provide a serene finish to an unforgettable 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
5 stars thanks to make all great its been the one all great trip and team now. Thanks so so as for the weather perfect and the help its great thanks all cheer .
Well organised, would book again. We wanted something where we could let go and enjoy it and this was perfect for us!
The staff highly recommended this tour to us. So much value for everything we got to do. We will be booking again.
I really enjoyed the day. We booked a tour that took us a lot further than we thought and it was all well organised. Thank you!
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