Arenal Hanging Bridges Walk & Tabacón Hot Springs with Meal, Arenal/La Fortuna
View Arenal and its hanging bridges, then relax in the soothing waters of the Tabacon Hot Springs
Hanging bridges guides were great, helped see lots of wildlife. Got very lucky that it was sunny and you could see the volcano. Tabacon hot springs... Read more

Alonso was our tour guide and it was so fun! Saw a lot of wild life and he was very knowledgeable about the area. Tabacon is... Read more
Overview
Highlights
- Walk high above the rainforest on a series of suspension bridges
- Spot vibrantly colored birds and wildlife in the jungle
- Relax while soaking in natural hot springs
- Enjoy a traditional Costa Rican dinner
Know before you go
8 hours
5 years old & up
Small group
Dinner Included
What you'll do
Following the hike, you'll head to Tabacon Hot Springs for an unforgettable hot springs experience. Soothe your muscles with a dip in mineral-rich waters, warmed by the volcano and used as therapeutic baths for centuries.
The complex features a large main pool with a swim-up bar, a cold pool, and 20 "in-river" pools. (Gravity is the driving force behind the hot springs — no mechanical systems move or heat the water — and the pools flow from one to the next like a river.) It's best to wear shoes, as the natural rocks lining the pools can get slippery. The pools' temperatures range from 72ºF-105ºF (22ºC-41ºC).
Finish the day with an elegant dinner at the resort's restaurant, serving Costa Rican dishes and international fare. You'll be picked up and transported back to your accommodations at the end of the day.
Start times
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Daily1:30 pm
What's included
- Transport
- Naturalist guide
- Entrance fees
- Meal (a la carte) at Tabacón Hot Springs
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Set out on a guided walk of the Arenal Hanging Bridges, set within a 600-acre tropical forest reserve. The trail system features a mix of fixed and suspension bridges offering unique perspectives of the forest's undergrowth, sub-canopy, and canopy levels—the latter treating you to impressive views of Arenal Volcano. With an expert guide, learn about the local wildlife and enjoy spotting species like capuchin, howler, and spider monkeys, as well as diverse birdlife and frogs. Ideal for nature lovers and families, the non-slip concrete trail with gentle slopes ensures a safe and accessible adventure for all.

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Arenal Hanging Bridges Walk & The Springs Hot Springs Experience
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Sky Adventures Hanging Bridges
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