Set into the placid cloud forests of Costa Rica’s Central Valley region, the San Luis Canopy Tour will take you on an exhilarating and safe adventure through lush, green canopy and across the majestic Cataratitas River.
Carried securely by a system of zip lines, you will soar weightlessly through the expanse of virgin forest that grounds the tour, and find yourself in intimacy with the habitats of Costa Rica’s distinct cloud forest wildlife. The San Luis Canopy Tour also presents the Elevator, a thrilling feature that securely lifts visitors high above the forest canopy, granting a paramount view of the surrounding area.
Description
Duration: 14 hours
Location: Arenal, Northern Region
Estimated Departure from San José: Between 07:00 A.M. – 08:00 A.M.
Though customer enjoyment is the main objective, San Luis Canopy Tour ensure safeness above all as a keystone principle: all personnel and facilities carry up-to-date certifications from the Costa Rica Institute of Tourism. San Luis Canopy takes pride in their credentials and by them guarantees with confidence that this tour is among the most professional, informative, and enjoyable in Costa Rica.
San Luis Canopy has 12 different zip lines and 18 platforms, plus their famous “Tarzan Swing Trails” and “Fly like Superman”.
After this exciting experience, the journey continues by traversing diverse plantations with agricultural products, including pineapple and plantain farms, mango groves, ornamental plants and even cattle ranches until arriving to the small town of La Fortuna, and stopping to enjoy lunch at a cozy restaurant with a magnificent view of the volcano.
The impressive Arenal Volcano is a magnificent natural wonder that is situated in La Fortuna (The Fortune) of San Carlos, previously assumed to be dormant, until in 1968, when it experienced a major eruption. Now is visited by tourist from all around the world hoping for the opportunity to witness volcanic activity, such as the white plumes of smoke that emanate from the conical shaped behemoth.
Then you will go on to relax at one of the best hot springs in the area where you will revel in the cleansing and rejuvenating effects of the thermal waters, as well as an optional massage or other special treatment, if you choose, that must be reserved ahead of time to ensure availability. Spa treatments are not included and are payable directly at the resort.
Baldi Hot Springs combines the four elements of nature; the heat of the volcano, the flowing waters of the hot springs, the pure air of the rainforest, and the fertile earth of the Fortuna de San Carlos Region.
There are five main springs source highly mineralized water that is heated underground by the Arenal Volcano’s magma. You will find dozens of cascading waterfalls and warm pools along the riverbed, of varying temperatures, water flows and degree of privacy.
The facilities at Baldi provided 25 separate mineral water reservoirs that flow naturally from the volcano. The medicinal waters are certified by L.N.A. (Laboratorio Nacional de Aguas), and the temperatures range from 93, 100, 102, 104, 109, 110, 113, 116, 152, providing visitors with a wide range of options that fit their preferences.
And for a perfect ending, before going back to San José, a wonderful dinner will be served with a great view of the volcano so that you do not miss any opportunity to look at the classically shaped volcano.
*Children (6 – 10 years old): 25% off discount
Children 0-2 years old pay US$18.00 + 13% IVA (space on the bus)
Easter & Christmas season US$241.00 (+8% I.V.A)
Cancelation Policy for one day tours
- – Cancellation must be made a full 48 hours prior to the service, otherwise a penalty of 100% will be applied 90% refund if cancel 48 hours or more (10% charged to cover bank refund fees).
- – No refunds for No shows.
What to bring
- WALKING SHOES (NO OPEN TOE SHOES ARE ALLOWED)
- LIGHT JACKET OR SWEATSHIRT
- SWIMSUIT
- WATER SHOES
- CHANGE OF CLOTHING
- BINOCULARS
- CAMERA
- SUNBLOCK
- INSECT REPELLENT