THE BEST EXCLUSIVELY DESAFIO TOURS IN
COSTA RICA

Get a perfect taste of the mountainside wilds around the Arenal Volcano in one crazy FULL DAY fun combo of two exciting sports: canyoning down waterfalls and whitewater rafting. On this Arenal Combo you'll rappel tropical waterfalls through the magical Lost Canyo and then go rafting down one of the most beautiful rivers in the La Fortuna area.

Desafio has invented the best way to explore the beautiful Lake Arenal - go Stand Up Paddling and get amazing views of the colossal Arenal Volcano. You'll feel like you're walking on water as you cross Lake Arenal from one side to the next and finish off at our new Paddle & Pedal Center! If you're a first-timer, no worries! This activity is perfect for all adventure enthusiasts! 

The Arenal Volcano1968 Park hike is one of the most popular tours in La Fortuna! Get as close as possible to the volcano while hiking through well-maintained paths that weave through the lush Costa Rican rainforest. Your nature guide will point out exotic plants and wildlife and explain the history of this fascinating volcano and area of Costa Rica. This is a must see for nature lovers and bird watchers!

Come explore the countryside as you pedal by the extraordinary scenery of the Arenal Volcano to Monteverde! Costa Rica is famous for mountain biking because of its beautiful scenery and variety of trails. In fact, world renown adventure races like Ruta de Los Conquistadores take place here! On this tour, we’ll ride along beginner-intermediate and advanced-level rolling hills with surrounding views of the breathtaking Lake Arenal and spectacular jungle.

Voted the Top Tour in the World by TripAdvisor! Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime near the La Fortuna Waterfall! The perfect place for first-timers and experienced canyoning enthusiasts. Trek deep into the Costa Rica rainforest and rappel the biggest waterfalls near the Arenal Volcano!

This is your chance to brave the wilds on this full-day tour from La Fortuna. You'll do some fierce paddling downstream over class 2 and 3 rapids we call the ‘Roller Coaster’ and ‘Superman!’ The deep green scenery of the Sarapiqui canyon is alive with wildlife - breathe in the pure air and then cool off with a swim. Experience just how amazing this river experience is!

There is something special about having an authentic experience while traveling abroad. Cultures identify themselves through their cuisine and Costa Ricans are no different -- and it's not just "rice and beans..." We invite you to have a delightful, local-style meal and enjoy what may be your most-memoriable meal in Costa Rica!

Many people ask us: "What is the best kayaking near me?" For us, kayaking on Lake Arenal is one of the best spots for kayaking in all of Costa Rica. Kayak on the stunningly beautiful Lake Arenal with views of the photogenic Arenal Volcano! During your trip, you’ll have the opportunity to observe different species of birds like the Flycatcher, Kingfisher, Great Blue Heron and Anhinga and you may also see and hear t...

Come see the abundance of nature and wildlife that Costa Rica has to offer! Our Safari Float is a smooth two-hour paddle down the quiet Sarapiqui River on the class 1 section and is great for nature lovers of all ages, especially children and their parents! Your naturalist guide will paddle and steer your boat as you float down the river and point out all of the exotic wildlife such as birds, frogs, insects, and monkeys!

Want to spend an unforgettable day hiking through the lush Costa Rican rainforest, and witness three of the most famous sites in the Arenal, La Fortuna area of Costa Rica? Check out this Arenal Highlights COMBO - one of our Top 10 COMBO tours!