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Canyoning in the Lost Canyon, Costa Rica
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- 4 hours
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
Explore the rugged landscape and forested depths of Costa Rica’s Lost Canyon. Rappel down a series of cliffs up to 200 feet (60 meters), and drop into clear tropical pools at the bottom of the canyon. Hike through a thick rain forest teeming with life and scramble over rocks as you uncover hidden secrets of this amazing area. Round-trip hotel transport from La Fortuna and a traditional Costa Rican lunch are included.
- Spend a day canyoning in Costa Rica
- Enjoy the natural beauty of Central America's Lost Canyon
- Trek through the rainforest and see lots of flora and fauna, rappel down three cliffs and leap into pristine pools
- Enjoy a delicious Costa Rican–style lunch
- Includes hotel pickup and drop-off
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Local guide
- Lunch
Meeting And Pickup
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Pickup details
We are happy to pick you up from any hotel or rental home in the La Fortuna and Arenal Volcano area. Just pease provide us the exact Google Maps location upon booking your tour with us. If you are coming from San Jose or Guanacaste, please be sure to allow at least a three-hour drive time.
What To Expect
Awaken your inner jungle explorer on this 4-hour Costa Rica canyoning tour. You’ll be picked up at your La Fortuna hotel for the short drive to the Lost Canyon, located near Arenal Volcano. An experienced guide will present a safety briefing and help you gear up with a hard hat and harness. To begin, test out your rappelling skills on a 10-foot (3.5-meter) cliff alongside a waterfall.
Once you’re warmed up, tackle a 150-foot (45-meter) cliff known locally as ‘Big Boy.’ Use the rock face to rappel halfway down, and then hang on for a thrilling drop into a natural swimming pool. Next up, descend the granddaddy of the Lost Canyon — a 200-foot (60-meter) cliff and waterfall. Cool off after your descent with a swim in the water waiting below.
Your guide will lead you on foot through the lush, rugged terrain of the canyon, where you’ll climb over boulders and splash down a natural waterslide. Learn about native plant species and be prepared to encounter the many birds, insects and animals that inhabit the area. Refuel with an authentic Costa Rican lunch before the return trip to La Fortuna.
Once you’re warmed up, tackle a 150-foot (45-meter) cliff known locally as ‘Big Boy.’ Use the rock face to rappel halfway down, and then hang on for a thrilling drop into a natural swimming pool. Next up, descend the granddaddy of the Lost Canyon — a 200-foot (60-meter) cliff and waterfall. Cool off after your descent with a swim in the water waiting below.
Your guide will lead you on foot through the lush, rugged terrain of the canyon, where you’ll climb over boulders and splash down a natural waterslide. Learn about native plant species and be prepared to encounter the many birds, insects and animals that inhabit the area. Refuel with an authentic Costa Rican lunch before the return trip to La Fortuna.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Minimum age is 10 years
- It is recommended that you wear comfortable walking shoes
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travellers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travellers
Operated by Desafio Adventure Company
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Alexander_F
Ronnie and Dario were both amazing guides. Really funny and made the experience perfect. Really loved this activity and highly recommend it to others.
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Jane_L, Aug 2023
Fantastic experience. Totally exhilarating and lots of fun. The guides were also amazing, especially Arturo who went above and beyond to recover a lost mobile phone for a little boy in our group.
So much fun!
Janet_D, May 2023
The beauty of the area is unmatched, the guides were fantastic and it was a very unique experience. I would do it again in a heartbeat!
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Alexander_F, May 2023
Ronnie and Dario were both amazing guides. Really funny and made the experience perfect. Really loved this activity and highly recommend it to others.
Exhilarating
Mikayla_R, Sept 2022
This was one of my favorite experiences in Costa Rica! Our main guide was David who explained everything clearly beforehand. I was very nervous because I had never repelled down waterfalls before. David and the rest of the guides were super supportive and helpful to me and everyone else.
I thought I would struggle a lot but after the first waterfall, I felt a lot more confident.
There were some others in our group who were struggling more with climbing down the mountain. The guides saw this and each one of those people had their own guide to help them get down.
They were incredible people with tons of understanding and patience!
Incredible - look no further - do it!
Dana_B, July 2022
Simply incredible- an absolute must do! I spent a month in Costa Rica and after several tours and tons of time on google --I booked this tour and it was my favorite day by far. I felt immersed in the jungle. The canyoning was thrilling and safe and the guides were so nice and so fun. I am so happy I didn't leave Costa Rica without doing this!!
TOTAL BLAST
Erin_W, Sept 2021
We were in Costa Rica for a little over a week and did about an excursion a day. This was HANDS DOWN the BEST excursion that we did. It's fun, has some surprises, and the crew is totally pumped to show you a good time. I would recommend this tour to anyone and everyone. All you have to bring is a good attitude and get ready for some fun! Pura Vida!
Amazing Adventure!
pettyrg, Aug 2019
By far the best adventure we had in Costa Rica! All the guys with Desafio were great. There are lockers for your things, bring a change of clothes, you are completely wet by the end! They take pictures and a few videos you can purchase. For my family of 4 it was $35 (cash only) and well worth it! The Costa Rican lunch afterwards was amazing. Don’t miss this trek through the canyon!!!
We did the 1 pm tour due to timing...
john w, Mar 2018
We did the 1 pm tour due to timing issues. Normally we would choose the morning which is usually much busier. It turned out it was just my wife and I. Cesar and his team did a great job. Big rappels, excellent equipment and a good meal afterwards all led to an excellent day. Not too physically demanding with a short uphill hike at the end. The water surprises were a fun addition.
very fun activity, repelling from...
Christine C, July 2017
very fun activity, repelling from the water fall was exciting if you haven't done it before. walking into and out of the lost canyon was also very interesting, you don't get to see this canyon unless you go on this tour since it's very remote. free fall into the water hole is also very unique for this tour. highly recommended.
Very friendly staff that made you...
paul.lalancette, June 2017
Very friendly staff that made you feel comfortable and safe. Great variety of small and very tall waterfalls. Beautiful scenery and very thrilling trip! Traditional Costa Rican meal for lunch that was delicious. They have several photo opportunities along the trip and videos too that you can purchase afterwards for a fair price 25 for a couple. Tour is a combination of repelling, hiking, and some surprises!
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