Top La Fortuna Horseback Riding

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.

Observe Costa Rica's bountiful wildlife from the hanging bridges of Mistico Park in Arenal. Trek along ground-level forest trails and suspended walkways in this private, family-owned nature reserve that’s home to a vast array of birdlife, monkeys, reptiles, and tropical plants. Learn about the area’s rich biodiversity from a naturalist guide as you explore different levels of the rain forest, from floor to canopy, and enjoy commanding views of Arenal Volcano.

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.

Feel like a jungle explorer as you venture into the lush rain forest around Arenal Volcano on a horseback ride from La Fortuna. Climb atop a tame and trusty steed to follow a guide along a scenic trail that hugs a river canyon, stopping to admire the cascades of the Pino Blanco Waterfall and the famous La Fortuna Waterfall. Cool off with an optional swim at the base of the falls, and learn about Costa Rica’s indigenous culture with a visit to the Maleku Indian Cultural Rescue Center.

Combine three adventurous activities in a single tour: a hike to Arental Volcano, visit to the Hanging Bridges, and exploration of La Fortuna Waterfall. This full-day tour from La Fortuna, perfect for nature lovers, includes hiking and swimming amidst Costa Rica's beautiful natural scenery. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Experience the adventurous side of La Fortuna on a tour that includes a waterfall hike or rappel, zipline course, and a return trip by tractor or on horseback. Combining some of La Fortuna’s top activities into one high-energy day means you can explore even more of the rainforest: get wet, soar through the air, learn about indigenous Maleku culture, and watch for wildlife in the lush rainforest canopy.

Experience Costa Rica’s wild and beautiful rain forest the historic way on a scenic horseback ride to the La Fortuna Waterfall. Travel on private, forested trails away from any roads, at a pace that allows for close observation of jungle life. Dismount for a short hike to the famous waterfall, where you can cool off with an optional swim.

Connect with nature and explore the dramatic beauty of Arenal Volcano on a horseback ride through the lush primary and secondary rain forest surrounding Costa Rica's most famous peak. Ride a well-trained horse along leafy jungle trails and across rivers on a private farm, catching new perspectives on the looming volcano and sweeping San Carlos plains. Slow down and appreciate the area’s amazing biodiversity as a nature guide points out native plant species and wildlife like monkeys and exotic birds.

The landscape around Arenal Volcano National Park is covered in thick forest and green pastures—an ideal environment to explore on horseback. This small-group tour provides basic riding training and allows you to explore the Costa Rican wilderness atop a healthy, well-trained horse. See the volcano and its steaming craters, pass by rich gardens, and get a chance to spot birds such as orioles and toucans.

Enjoy two outdoor activities in one day on this 3-hour combo tour from La Fortuna. Admire views of Arenal Volcano as you fly through the air on a zipline course, and then explore the rainforest on a horseback ride. Fruit and bottled water included.

All the route is made on a private cattle farm on the slopes of the Volcano passing through pristine creeks along lush primary forest and pasture land where is posible observe herds of sheep, horses and cattle.! The tour takes average 2:30 hours and goes from the lowest to the highest part of the property to a point of view very close to the Volcano Where is posible observe the whole volcano building from base to the top and make wonderful pictures.! An important part of the tour is the visit to our Rancho where riders are welcomed with a hot beverage, agua dulce, and fresh corn tortillas and cheese made every day on the farm When the whether calls, we serve a cold drink made with our organic fruits, banana, pineapple, papaya or lime.!

In this one day tour you will carry out unique activities in its style involving the magic of the wonderful Rio Celeste and its natural beauty, you will share with animals and swim in a totally safe area in the river, you will enjoy a delicious lunch in an elegant restaurant, an experience you will never forget.

Animal lovers will enjoy exploring some of Costa Rica’s most beautiful landscapes on the back of a horse. Trek along jungle trails, through rivers, and across open pastures between hills, admiring the views along the way and learning about Costa Rica from your guide. Riding on horseback lets you visit places that would be hard to reach any other way while having fun.

Saddle up for a thrilling horseback ride through the El Silencio Reserve in the foothills of the Arenal Volcano. After choosing a horse suitable for your ability level, follow your guide on a scenic ride along forest trails and mountain passes. Ride up to a lookout point with views of Arenal Volcano and the crater lagoon, and refuel with included snacks before returning to the ranch.

Giddy up and explore the surrounding landscape of the Samara area on this horseback riding tour. From downtown, you’ll head out to the nearby jungle where you’ll be able to spot wildlife like monkeys and a variety of birds. Plus, during the afternoon ride, you might be able to catch the sunset while on the beach.

Explore parts of Costa Rica that you couldn’t reach independently when you take a guided horseback-riding tour through the Arenal River Canyon. Your gentle horses will take you across private farmland and through dense jungle to reach the river canyon. Spot beautiful plants, birds, and animals along the way and enjoy the views of the beautiful Arenal Volcano.

Curious animal lovers will enjoy this small-group half-day horseback riding adventure near the Arenal Volcano National Park. Ride across landscapes you wouldn’t have access to any other way on the Maleku Indigenous Reserve in Arenal. Learn more about the local indigenous culture and the surrounding environment as you admire the views from atop your horse.

Ride by horse to La Fortuna waterfall on this small-group half-day tour from La Fortuna. Your guide matches you with a horse suited to your riding skills, then leads you on a scenic ride through the Costa Rican countryside. Take a short hike to the waterfall, then have the option to swim in a natural pool at its base. Includes pickup and drop-off at La Fortuna hotels.

Our signature saddle and paddle rafting and horseback ride combo is a complete day of riding adventure and white-water fun. You’ll love our horseback riding adventure by a fun-filled trip down the class 2/3 tropical Balsa river.

While visiting La Fortuna, take a horseback ride through Costa Rica’s lush rain forest and get great views of the Arenal Volcano. This half-day small-group tour provides you with a horse and riding instruction, then sets out through Arenal Volcano National Park. Learn from your guide about the animal and plant life of the region, and keep your camera handy for photo ops of Arenal Volcano.

Enjoy panoramic views of the Chachagua Forest Reserve and the guide will be able to take photographs of different animals, including birds and sloths. The tour also includes a short walk to visit a 60-meter-high ceiba tree. Our guides have extensive knowledge of the flora and fauna and will provide explanations about nature during the horseback tour. You will have the opportunity to enjoy a typical Costa Rican lunch, which is a part of a cooking class. You can also roast your coffee and make tortillas at the end of the tour. The tour covers a total of 5 kilometers around our rainforest reserve and is highly recommended for families and nature lovers. Guests can collect ingredients during the horseback ride to cook their lunch at the typical Don Lelo ranch

Our adventure begins at the stables of Don Tobias Ranch where our guides will provide you with some instructions to learn how to control the horse. The tour takes place 100% within a private property located at the foothills of the Arenal Volcano. We will ride through a variety of trails, crossing rivers, pastures, and the tropical forest; surrounded by abundant nature, flora, and fauna. An enjoyable journey that will take us to the top of the mountain where we can enjoy the best views of the area and the majestic Arenal Volcano.