Stand-Up Paddle Boarding on Lake Arenal, Arenal/La Fortuna

5.0 (3 reviews)
Embark on a paddleboarding trip around Lake Arenal, Costa Rica's largest landlocked body of water

Overview

After a boat takes you to the center of Lake Arenal, you'll enjoy a 2.5-hour SUP session, complete with stunning views of Arenal Volcano, mountain vistas, and an island teeming with waterbirds.

Highlights

  • Paddle to a certain point in the middle of the lake for close-up views of Arenal Volcano
  • SUP around one of Lake Arenal's islands and observe the waterbirds, including herons and anhingas
  • Enjoy the serene, calm waters of Lake Arenal

Know before you go

Duration
5.5 hours
Recommended for
8 years old & up
Group
Small group
Food & Drink
A tropical snack is included

What you'll do

Experience one of the most breathtaking views of Arenal Volcano on this stand-up paddleboarding adventure on Lake Arenal! You'll start the day by meeting your guide at the designated location and heading to the dock, where a boat will take you to the center of the lake. 

After receiving a thorough safety briefing from your guide, it's time to start paddling! You'll have at least 2.5 hours of SUP time, during which you can fully appreciate the stunning scenery around you. The calm waters of Lake Arenal make it easy for both beginners and experienced boarders to enjoy the experience. As you paddle around, you'll see different shades of green on the surrounding mountains, which add to the stunning scenery.

One of the highlights of this experience is getting up close and personal with Arenal Volcano. Paddle to a certain point in the middle of the lake, and the volcano will come into full view. You'll be able to see the detailed textures of the volcano's rock formations, and it's an incredible feeling to be so close to such a powerful natural wonder.

As you continue your paddleboarding adventure, you'll get to explore one of Lake Arenal's islands. Here, you'll be surrounded by waterbirds, including herons and anhingas. Keep your eyes peeled for other wildlife as well, as this area is home to a variety of species.

Throughout your experience, your guide will be on hand to answer any questions you may have and to ensure your safety. This is a fantastic opportunity to explore one of Costa Rica's most beautiful bodies of water, while also getting up close to a majestic volcano.

Start times

  • Daily
    8:00 am, 1:30 pm

What's included

  • Transportation
  • Snack
  • Paddleboard equipment
  • Bilingual guide

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Traveler reviews

3 total ratings, 3 with reviews
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Cynthia W.
Queensbury, NY | Reviewed on Mar 20, 2024
Amazing experience! Federico was the best guide! Very relaxed and knowledgeable. Read more

Amazing experience! Federico was the best guide! Very relaxed and knowledgeable.

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Jessica
Jessica M.
Watertown, WI | Reviewed on Aug 27, 2023
Our guide was friendly and took a lot of great pictures. The setting is pretty spectacular. Read more

Our guide was friendly and took a lot of great pictures. The setting is pretty spectacular.

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Michelle
Michelle S.
Wichita, KS | Reviewed on Jun 14, 2022
Marcos was our favorite tour guide on our trip. His knowledge of the area was amazing and his passion for birds fun to hear about. I wasn't a bird lover at the start of this excursion, but listening to Marcos and seeing his passion for the birds made me realize beauty I have been missing. He even suggested some additional excursions to fill our trip AND on the return home stopped at the location to make sure we got signed up. He also took a few detours on our return trip to the hotel to... Read more

Marcos was our favorite tour guide on our trip. His knowledge of the area was amazing and his passion for birds fun to hear about. I wasn't a bird lover at the start of this excursion, but listening to Marcos and seeing his passion for the birds made me realize beauty I have been missing. He even suggested some additional excursions to fill our trip AND on the return home stopped at the location to make sure we got signed up. He also took a few detours on our return trip to the hotel to point out restaurant and a few other locations we had inquired about.Thank you, Marcos!

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