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Private Tour of Mystic Suspension Bridges, La Fortuna

5.0 (7 reviews) 3 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Private Tour of Mystic Suspension Bridges, La Fortuna

About this activity

This experience combines moderate hiking, wildlife watching and rainforest exploration within one of Costa Rica’s most renowned trails. What really makes the difference is the accompaniment of a local naturalist guide, specializing in locating fauna that normally goes unnoticed by most visitors.

During the tour, travelers can observe sloths, toucans, monkeys, frogs and many other species using ground-based telescopes and professional observation techniques. The pace of the hike is relaxed and adapted to the group, allowing you to enjoy both the suspension bridges and landscapes and the small details of the tropical ecosystem.

The experience offers an excellent balance between nature, photography, environmental education and panoramic views near Arenal Volcano.

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At a glance

Duration
3 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English, Spanish
Operated by
Vivo Expeditions

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–10 years) · Adults (11–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Interpretive information on rainforest flora, fauna and ecosystem
  • Included: Entrance fees: Entrance fee
  • Included: Guided walk with professional naturalist guide
  • Included: Use of ground telescope for observation and photography when available

Not included

  • Not included: Food and beverages
  • Not included: Tips
  • Not included: Personal photography equipment or binoculars
  • Not included: Raincoats or rain equipment

Itinerary

The experience focuses on wildlife observation, rainforest exploration and scenic landscapes. Accompanied by a professional naturalist guide, travelers will search for sloths, monkeys, toucans, hummingbirds, frogs, reptiles and many other common species from the Arenal region. The hike lasts about 2.5 to 3 hours and travels about 3.2 km / 2 miles through nature trails, suspension bridges and some sections with bleachers and uneven terrain. The pace of the tour is relaxed and adapted to the group to maximize opportunities for wildlife observation and photography. The experience combines ground-level trails with elevated suspension bridges that offer unique perspectives of the forest canopy, making this activity an excellent choice for nature lovers, photographers, families and travelers interested in Costa Rica’s biodiversity. During the tour, the guide will share information about the rainforest ecosystem, the behavior of local fauna, tropical plants and conservation efforts in the Arenal area.

  1. Stop 1

  2. Arenal Hanging Bridges

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • We recommend using Google Maps or Waze for more accurate navigation on the day of the activity. The exact location and final details will be sent after booking.

    It is recommended to arrive at least 15 minutes before

End point

  • We recommend using Google Maps or Waze for more accurate navigation on the day of the activity. The exact location and final details will be sent after booking.

    It is recommended to arrive at least 15 minutes before

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
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  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

  • Mandatory shoe that fully covers the foot (Closed shoe)

  • Only reusable water bottles allowed

  • Pets are not allowed

Traveller ratings

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Private Tour of Mystic Suspension Bridges, La Fortuna

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