Celeste River (Río Celeste) Tours and Tickets

Get an up-close look at Costa Rica's hidden natural wonders on this Rio Celeste and Llanos de Cortes waterfall tour. Follow an expert local guide through breathtaking scenery, rugged trails, and truly beautiful attractions. This is the perfect way to explore outside the city and see what makes Costa Rica a top attraction for nature lovers.

Explore the rain forest around Arenal on this horseback riding adventure that takes you to the enchanting, sky-blue waters of the Rio Celeste. Here you are free to swim in a natural river pool and splash into the water on a giant Tarzan swing — things you can't do inside Arenal Volcano National Park. Well-trained horses and a local guide help ensure a safe, one-of-a-kind experience near La Fortuna.

Exploring riverside areas by yourself can be dangerous, especially in an unknown area. This Celeste River Tubing Experience lets you float down the river in a group with a guide who knows the river well. You’ll catch sight of the beautiful landscape as you tube. Plus, a helmet is provided for safety.

The color of the Celeste River, surrounded by a lush forest, offers a stunning landscape worthy to be known and admired. A pristine stream that is turquoise dyed. It is not a magic act: it is a natural spectacle you can only witness in the place known as El Teñidero. Located in the Guanacaste Volcanic Mountain Range, this park has a rainforest that protects species of wildlife of regional importance. Within the area, the Tenorio Volcano, with its four cones, it offers natural scenic overlooks that allow appreciate the plains of the Pacific and Caribbean. "It is a magical place that offers a variety of possibilities to appreciate the wonders of nature and difficult to find phenomena. If not known, it is time to do so; not regret, "said Vilmar Villalobos, manager of the Park.

Get out into nature with this private half-day excursion to the Celeste River and its surroundings. Your guide will take you through the forest, where you will likely see all kinds of birds, primates, and sloths among the tropical flora. You will also have the opportunity to swim in the blue waters of the Rio Celeste during your visit.

This is the best way to see wildlife in a natural scenario and the unique wonder of the nature! During this excursion our naturalist tour guide wiil provide details about the geography, culture, climate biodiversity and history during the day of Guanacaste and Costa Rica as well! Once we start the hike in the rainforest you will learn about the behavior and the different relationships on the way to see Rio Celeste waterfall ! Later the sloth sanctuary give the opportunity to see a lot of wildlife as poisonous frogs, birds, lizards, mammals and more animals! Once we finish this easy hike lunch and a butterfly garden will be our next activity . On the way to your place a special stop do shopping and to taste the best Coffee and chocolate will be our last stop of a natural and wonderful day surrounded by the nature!

Hike through Tenorio Volcano National Park's remarkable landscape and see the otherworldly blue of the Rio Celeste waterfall on a full-day trip from La Fortuna. Follow your guide on a 4.3-mile (7-km) trail into the forest, watch for the monkeys and birds as you stroll past a serene lagoon, and take in views of the imposing Tenorio Volcano. Visit the park’s boiling mud pits and brightly colored jungle waterways, then enjoy a full lunch in the park before returning to your hotel.  

Explore during this guided horseback riding adventure along the Rio Celeste, a river in the Tenorio Volcano National Park of Costa Rica. Experience its turquoise waters from atop a horse and observe the area’s local wildlife along the way. Also, get a chance to swim in the river. Riding helmets are provided.

Explore the wild jungles of Guanacaste on a private, starting with a rain forest trek through Tenorio Volcano National Park, famous for the bright-blue Rio Celeste Waterfall. Then experience the excitement of spotting wild sloths in their natural environment at a private property where the adorable creatures congregate. The adventure starts right at your accommodation in Tamarindo, Flamingo, or surrounding beaches.

Explore one of the most serene spots in Tenorio Volcano National Park: Rio Celeste. You’ll receive private transportation to the park and hike alongside a bilingual guide. Venture into the park to see two craters, walk across suspension bridges, and see where the Rio Celeste’s waters originate. After the visit, you’ll leave the park to enjoy a Costa Rican lunch at a restaurant then swim in a nearby river.

Spend the day away from bustling San Jose and see the majestic Rio Celeste, one of the top attractions in Costa Rica. Located inside the Tenorio Volcano National Park, the deep turquoise waters of the river can be explored via a trail, which includes a waterfall, a suspended bridge, and a section of hot springs.

Take in the beauty of the majestic Rio Celeste in Alajuela province, the canton of Guatuso, inside of the Tenorio Volcano National Park. Your guide will take all the hassle out of the day, allowing you to enjoy a walk along the trails, observe the Celeste River Waterfall, and enjoy the commentary along the way. Breakfast and lunch are also included.

Hike among the spectacular scenery and mystical aquamarine waters of Tenorio Volcano National Park. On a full-day trip from La Fortuna, discover the amazing biodiversity of Costa Rica’s rain forests while accompanied by an expert naturalist guide. See the beautiful Rio Celeste waterfall that cascades into a clear turquoise lagoon, and watch the mysterious color-changing rivers of Los Teñideros. After your hike, re-energize with a tasty lunch at a local restaurant.

Rio Celeste is one of the 7 wonders of Costa Rica. It has a diversity of flora and fauna that make it unique and mysterious. During the trip the guide will show you animals such as birds, sloths, iguanas, alligators. so the adventure begins from the moment you register with us. The guide will tell you the history of this paradise, you will learn how the blue color of its waters is formed, you will arrive at a lake with bubbles that emanates the aroma of sulfur and you will also be able to discover the rich fauna and flora of this place. This tour is very special because apart from taking the walk through the forest where you will fill your lungs with clean and pure oxygen, we will take you to enjoy a delicious traditional lunch and you will be able to bathe in the waters of the Rio Celeste, we will access this place through a private property. Swimming is prohibited in the park. Throughout the excursion you will have the time to take your own photographs and let yourself be carried away by this wonderful treasure that we want to share with you.

If you’re looking for adventure in the Costa Rican rainforest you’ll love this full-day adventure in the Tenorio National Park. Wear some comfy shoes as you’ll be hiking for around 2–3 hours to reach the Rio Celeste Waterfall. Look out for birds and animals along the way, and learn about Costa Rica’s biodiversity from your guide. End with a rejuvenating local lunch at a butterfly farm and sloth sanctuary visit.

Join a local guide on this night walk by Rio Celeste and keep an eye out for reptiles and amphibians like the red-eye frog. Keep an eye out so you can see the nocturnal species. You see different animals at night than during the day, and your guide will point all of these out to you. Meet at Estacion El PIlon, and walk for 2-3 hours.

Active travelers who want a moderate physical challenge while experiencing the beauty of the Costa Rican rainforest will enjoy this private guided hike through Tenorio Volcano National Park. The hike to the Rio Celeste Waterfall takes about three hours–on the way there look out for birds and wildlife, and learn more about them from your guide. The hike can be customized to suit your needs.

Book this tour for a chance to do some hiking, river tubing, and exploring the wildlife in the rainforest from the Rio Celeste from Tamarindo. Your guide will organize the details, including your tubes, helmets, transportation, and a local lunch to keep you energized. Enjoy this tour with just your group and your private guide.

Enjoy some of the most beautiful attractions in Costa Rica on this private full-day excursion to the Tenorio Volcano National Park. Visit the highlights of the Rio Celeste area, including the Rio Celeste waterfall and the Blue Lagoon. If you wish, you will have the opportunity to swim in the Rio Celeste. Receive personalized attention from your guide and enjoy tons of wonderful sights in just one day.

We visit one of the unique waterfalls, for its coloring process with rainforest hike and visit sloth sanctuaries with a rich lunch in local restaurants and the picturesque area.

Hike through the rain forest to the Rio Celeste during an active full-day tour in Tenorio Volcano National Park. Your guide leads you on the 4.5-mile (7-km) hike to the Rio Celeste, a river that is known for its powder-blue color, along with a towering waterfall and natural hot springs. Your tour includes pickup and drop-off from La Fortuna hotels.

Hike to a magnificent waterfall in Tenorio Volcano National Park. Enjoy the walk with a naturalist guide who points out flora and fauna along the way. Admire the beauty of the surrounding rainforest and enjoy the sights and sounds of the ecosystem. Lunch at a nearby restaurant is included.

One of the most popular rivers in Costa Rica and it's well known in the world by its particular natural color from light blue to turqoise. It has been recognized as one of the favourite places in Costa Rica by locals and foreigners because the geological phenomena in changing it's transparent water.