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Tours with Transportation Included

If you do not have your own vehicle La Leona Waterfall Costa Rica, has you covered with a tour with transportation included. For this option we will pick you up at your hotel, Airbnb, the airport, etc. and then drive you in our fully insured and air-conditioned vehicle to our office. You can leave any belongings in the vehicle for the duration of the tour and then you will be dropped back off after the tour. 

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Transportation Customized Quote or Special Requests

Are you moving hotels from La Fortuna to another to Tamarindo and you want to make a stop at La Leona Waterfall? Fill out the form below and we will customize your trip, if you are moving locations and we happen to be along the way you may just take advantage of it and book La Leona Waterfall with your hotel transfer included, we will take care of transportation and the tour.

• Lunch is not included in any of the tours but, our drivers will gladly stop and recommend great places to eat after the tour
This tour is not suited for children younger than 4 years old. The Minimum age is 4 years old for all tours, except for river tubing, which the minimum age is 6 years old.

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La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike, also known as Catarata La Leona, is a thrilling excursion operator and tourist attraction located in the picturesque region of Rincon de la Vieja, Costa Rica. We offer guided adventure hikes to the stunning La Leona Waterfall, which is a hidden gem surrounded by lush rainforests and diverse wildlife. With experienced guides, visitors get the chance to explore the breathtaking landscape, swim in the crystalline waters, and indulge in the natural beauty of Costa Rica, making it a must-visit experience for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike. We also offer combo tours including river tubing and zip lining.

We are the highest rated tour company in all of the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano area (and probably in all of Costa Rica)

Hiking in the the forest

We will start our hike in the forest and next to the Blanco River that comes from Rincon de la Vieja Volcano. In the end, La Leona Waterfall will be waiting for us.

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The Canyon to Paradise

This is the canyon we go through with the rope. Inside this canyon is where we get to find La Leona Waterfall.

Incredible Rock Formations

Along the way, we will go through caves, incredible rock formations, and smaller waterfalls before we get to see La Leona Waterfall.

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The Highlight of your trip in Costa Rica

We guarantee you this tour will be one of the highlights of your trip in Costa Rica. If you read our reviews you will know from other customers that for them it has been.

Frequently Asked Questions

The La Leona Waterfall hike takes about 2.5-3 hours in total. It is 1.5 miles each direction (4km in total). This gives you ample time to hike, explore, and enjoy the waterfall and its surroundings.

A guide is required to Hike La Leona Waterfall. This Waterfall involves hiking through rivers, caves, canyons and assistance will always be required.


Guides are included as part of the tour

Yes, life jackets are required for this hike regardless of your swimming ability to ensure your safety. 

Yes, a reservation is required to ensure a tour guide is available upon your arrival. If you do not have a reservation you may need to wait up to 3 hours for a tour guide to be available or for the next group tour time slot. 

Yes, you can do combo tours in addition to the La Leona Waterfall Hike.

Combo Tours Available: 

  • White Water River Tubing and La Leona Waterfall 
  • Zip Lining and La Leona Waterfall 

Please, USE ONLY and EXCLUSIVELY THE FOLLOWING LINK TO GET TO OUR EXACT LOCATION 

La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike
https://maps.app.goo.gl/rNwmpppHRAeoSCAc6

Coordinates: 10.721708506168884, -85.40711001539958

 

A reservation is required for all tours. 

No, you do not need to know how to swim for this hike. Since life jackets are required, swimming skills are not necessary. During the swimming sections there are ropes positioned so you can just pull yourself across and any areas without a rope you tour guide has a rope you can hold on to and they will pull you across that area. 

  • Closed toe shoes (no flip flops ) (Keens/Chacos are okay to wear) 
  • Shoes with a good grip 
  • Extra clothes to change  
  • Extra shoes to change 
  • Sunscreen
  • Small bottle of water
  • Towels
  • Life Jacket 
  • We provide a dry bag to take your cellphone and car keys to the tour 
  • Lockers 
  • Bathrooms
  • Changing Rooms 
  • Outdoor Showers

Yes, our parking lot is monitored during all operating hours, so it is safe to leave your belongings in your vehicle for the duration of the tour.

We also have small lockers available as well. 

La Leona Waterfall Hike is considered a moderate difficulty level hike.

La Leona Waterfall Hike is not suited for anyone with knee, ankle or mobility issues. 

 Yes, swimming is required in order to get to La Leona Waterfall. Once you arrive at the waterfall you will have the one-of-a-kind opportunity to swim under the waterfall! This offers a refreshing and invigorating experience in the crystal-clear turquoise pools beneath the cascading waters.

La Leona Waterfall is widely regarded as the #1 waterfall in Costa Rica. With its magnificent cascade, pristine turquoise pools, and mesmerizing surroundings, it holds the top spot among the country’s many stunning waterfalls, captivating visitors with its natural splendor and enchanting beauty.

While both La Leona Waterfall and Rio Celeste are remarkable natural wonders in Costa Rica, La Leona Waterfall offers a unique experience. While Rio Celeste is an amazing natural wonder, swimming is not permitted. In contrast, La Leona Waterfall offers a unique advantage as you can enjoy the experience of swimming in its turquoise pools and swimming directly under the waterfall. This unique experience sets La Leona Waterfall apart from most other waterfalls in Costa Rica. 

A guide is required to Hike La Leona Waterfall. This Waterfall involves hiking through rivers, caves, canyons and assistance will always be required.

Guides are included as part of the tour

La Leona Waterfall is located in the town of Curubande, about 20 minutes outside of Liberia. 

La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike
https://maps.app.goo.gl/rNwmpppHRAeoSCAc6

Coordinates: 10.721708506168884, -85.40711001539958

A reservation is required for all tours. 

La Leona Waterfall is arguably the most beautiful waterfall in Costa Rica. This waterfall is fully enclosed in cave, pristine turquoise pools, and includes an adventure hike to reach the waterfall. This is a waterfall you don’t want to miss out on while in Costa Rica. 

The total driving time from Liberia to La Leona Waterfall is approximately 20 minutes, covering a distance of about 18 kilometers.

As you reach Liberia, join Route 1 heading north and drive for approximately 7.3 kilometers. Look for the right turn onto the road leading to Curubandé (Rincon de la Vieja National Park).

La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike
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The shoes we recommend you to wear and items to bring for La Leona Waterfall are:
  • Closed toe shoes (no flip flops )
  • Keens or chacos are okay to wear
  • Shoes with a good grip.
  • Extra clothes to change into after the tour
  • Extra shoes to change to change after the tour
  • Towels.