Arenal Volcano Ecological Park · La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Day Pass Trails and lagoon, in your order.
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Overview
Three passes for the park and the volcanic lagoon: self-guided from $40, with a guided tree climb from $60, or a fully guided day from $85. All include the trails, kayaks, paddleboards, the Tarzan Swing and the water zipline.Format: Arenal Volcano Day Pass (self-guided); Arenal Volcano Day Pass - Premium and Guided Day Pass (with a guide)
Passes
Arenal Day Pass Three ways to spend the day.
All three passes include
- Park entrance and three trails
- Tarzan Swing, paddleboards, kayaks and water zipline
- Nature Amplifier
- Certified Hugging Trees
- Restrooms & showers
Arenal Volcano Day Pass: Last entry block 2:00–2:30 p.m., straight to the lagoon · Children 6–10: $32 / $22 · Under 6: free · per person, tax included
Arenal Volcano Day Pass - Premium: Children 6–10: $48 · Under 6: free · per person, tax included · Groups of ten or more: write to us before booking
Guided Day Pass: Children 6–10: $68 · Under 6: free · per person, tax included · Groups of more than ten: write to us before booking
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The Volcanic Lagoon Life jacket on, at every activity.
On the water
Tarzan Swing, paddleboards, kayaks and the water zipline, with every pass.
Pets may be in the green areas, but not on the water equipment.
Life jackets
A life jacket is mandatory at all times on kayaks, paddleboards, the water trampoline and the Tarzan Swing.
Lagoon hours
The last Day Pass entry block is 2:00–2:30 p.m., straight to the lagoon.
The lagoon closes at 5:30 p.m.
Your order
Start on the trails and finish in the water, or the other way round.
The first group of the day is advised to walk first and then continue to the lagoon.
Premium and Guided Day Pass add
Sport fishing.
A guided climb up a certified tree, 20 to 30 minutes per person.
Tree climbing: health requirements
Requires intermediate-to-high fitness: strength, mobility and endurance.
Not permitted for pregnant women, people with recent surgery or injuries (back, knees, arms), heart conditions or severe vertigo.
Three Trails on Three Lava Flows Walk before or after the lagoon.
| Trail | Color | Distance | Duration | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perezoso | Blue | 1.2 mi to the 2010 flow | About 40 min to the 2010 flow | Family-friendly, reaches the 2010 and 1968 flows |
| Saíno | Gray | — | About 2 h | Intermediate to hard, loops around the lagoon |
| Lava 1535 | Pink | — | About 1.5 h | Hard, lookout over the 1535 lava flow |
All three are natural volcanic ground and not wheelchair-accessible. Closed shoes with grip.
Open the park mapBefore You Go What’s included, what to bring, what to know.
What’s included
- Park entrance
- Three hiking trails with varying levels of difficulty and views of Arenal Volcano
- Water activities at the volcanic lagoon: Tarzan Swing, paddleboards, kayaks and water zipline
- Nature Amplifier: a station that amplifies the sounds of the forest
- Certified Hugging Trees
- Digital map and trail briefing
- Private parking on the Arenal Volcano Day Pass and the Arenal Volcano Day Pass - Premium
- Restrooms and showers
- Rest areas
Arenal Volcano Day Pass - Premium adds
- Sport fishing
- Guided tree climb
Guided Day Pass adds
- Bilingual naturalist guide
- Round-trip transportation to and from hotels in Zone 1
- Sport fishing
- Guided tree climb
- Snacks and water
What to bring
- Quick-drying, comfortable clothing
- Hiking or tennis shoes
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Hat
- Rain jacket
- Camera
- Swimsuit
- Towel
Important notes
- Arenal Volcano Day Pass: designed for 3.5 to 4 hours at your own pace.
- Arenal Volcano Day Pass - Premium: about 5 hours. A guide goes with you for the tree climb; the trails and the lagoon are at your own pace.
- Guided Day Pass: 5 hours. The guide goes with you on the walk and the tree climb and takes you to the lagoon.
- Larger groups for the Arenal Volcano Day Pass - Premium and the Guided Day Pass can be arranged directly with the park.
- Cancellation: Free changes or cancellation up to 24 hours before your visit.
Not included
- Guide on the Arenal Volcano Day Pass
- Hotel transport on the Arenal Volcano Day Pass and the Arenal Volcano Day Pass - Premium
Park rules
Pet friendly: dogs on a leash at all times (muzzle for large breeds); pick up after them.
100% smoke-free, vapes included.
No alcohol.
Do not take, damage or bring in plants or animals; do not feed wildlife.
No speakers or loud music.
What you bring in, you take out.
Closed shoes are mandatory on every trail.
Related Tours
More Ways to See the Park The trails alone, the volcano with a guide, a night in the park.
Keep it to the trails, add a naturalist guide, or stay the night.
Park Entrance
Self-guided trails, lookouts and forest. Hourly entry blocks.
- Departure
- Hourly entry blocks
- Duration
- 1.5–2 h
- Includes
- Three trails, lookouts, Nature Amplifier
- Price
- $18
Arenal Volcano Guided Hike
Two hours on the lava-flow trails with a bilingual naturalist guide.
- Departure
- 8:00 a.m. · 10:00 a.m. · 1:00 p.m.
- Duration
- 2 h
- Includes
- Bilingual naturalist guide, transport from Zone 1 hotels
- Price
- $65
Camping
One night in the park in an equipped tent. Day Pass included.
- Departure
- Check-in from 8:30 a.m.
- Duration
- One night
- Includes
- Equipped tent, Day Pass
- Price
- $50
Day Pass FAQ Answers before you book.
What is the difference between the three passes?
The Arenal Volcano Day Pass covers the trails and the lagoon at your own pace, in 3.5 to 4 hours. The Arenal Volcano Day Pass - Premium adds sport fishing and a guided tree climb, in about 5 hours. The Guided Day Pass adds a naturalist guide for the whole visit and round-trip transport from Zone 1 hotels, in 5 hours.
Is a life jacket required?
Yes. The life jacket is mandatory at all times on kayaks, paddleboards, the water trampoline and the Tarzan Swing.
Who can do the tree climb?
It requires intermediate-to-high fitness. It is not permitted for pregnant women, people with recent surgery or injuries, heart conditions or severe vertigo.
When is the last entry?
Arenal Volcano Day Pass: the last entry block is 2:00–2:30 p.m., straight to the lagoon. Arenal Volcano Day Pass - Premium: the last block starts at 1:00 p.m. Guided Day Pass: blocks at 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes. The park is pet friendly: dogs on a leash at all times, with a muzzle for large breeds. Pets may be in the green areas, but not on the water equipment.
Questions Before You Book? Ask someone who walks these trails.
Write to the park’s reception on WhatsApp before you book.
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