Are There Waterfalls in Costa Rica?
Before planning your trip to Costa Rica you may be asking, “Are there waterfalls in Costa Rica?”, your in luck becuase Costa Rica is filled with beautiful waterfalls. Today we are going to go through some of the best waterfalls in Costa Rica that you don’t want to miss out on seeing.
#1 - Diamante Waterfalls
Diamante Waterfalls is a series of 10 different waterfalls. They are most known for holding the tallest waterfall in Costa Rica.
Price for admission: Prices begin at $72 for adults but vary based off the experience that you choose.
Guide Required: Yes, a guide is required for this hike.
Distance of Hike: The hike is about 5.1 miles round trip.
Length of the Tour: This hike takes about 2 hours to reach the waterfall.
Swimming Allowed: Yes, there are different swimming holes you can swim at during this hike.
How to Visit: You can book a tour for this hike online.
Location: Diamante Waterfall is located in the San Jose Province. Located on a private property.
#2 - La Fortuna Waterfall
La Fortuna Waterfall is 75 meters high and is compleatly surrounded by dense rainforest. It is also known for its connection to the local Makeku Tribe.
Price for admission: The price for this tour is $20 for adults.
Guide Required: No, a guide is not required to visit the waterfall.
Distance of Hike: The distance is about 500 meters or .31 miles to get to the waterfall.
Length of the Tour: It takes about 15 minutes to get to the waterfall and about 30 minutes to get back from the waterfall.
Swimming Allowed: Yes, you can swim in La Fortuna Waterfall.
How to Visit: You can book tickets to visit the waterfall online.
Location: La Fortuna Waterfall is located in La Fortuna and is a part of the Arenal Volcano National Park.
#3 - La Leona Waterfall
La Leona Waterfall is known for its uniqe adventure hike that requires swimming in order to reach the waterfall, its bright blue water and that it is the one waterfall complealty enclosed in a cave.
Price for admission: Prices begin at $30 for adults, but vary depending on which tour you choose to do.
Guide Required: Yes, a guide is required for this hike.
Distance of Hike: The hike is 2km each way or 1.5 miles each way.
Length of the Tour: The total tour takes about 2.5-3 hours.
Swimming Allowed: Yes swimming is allowed in the waterfall, and swimming is required in order to reach the waterfall. Life jackets are provided for all guests, so you can still attend even if you do not know how to swim.
How to Visit: You can book a tour online.
Location: La Leona Waterfall is located in the Guanacaste Province in the town of Curubande, just outside of Liberia.
#4 - La Paz Waterfall
This waterfall is known for the diverse variety of animals you can see while visiting and the 5 waterfalls included when visiting the Eco Lodge.
Price for admission: The price for residents is $32 for adults. The price for tourists is $52 for adults.
Guide Required: No, a guide is not required in order to visit the waterfall.
Distance of Hike: The hike is .8 miles each way.
Length of the Tour: It takes a minimum of 2 hours to visit the entire Eco Lodge.
Swimming Allowed: No, you cannnot swim in this waterfall.
How to Visit: You can book tickets online to visit the Eco Lodge.
Location: This waterfall is located in the Alajuela Province inside the La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park.
#5 - Rio Celeste Waterfall
Rio Celeste Waterfall is known for its bright blue water and the unique staircase you must travers in order to reach the waterfall.
Price for admission: For nationals and residents it is ₡800 for adults. For non-residents it is $12 for adults.
Guide Required: No a guide is not requrired to reach the waterfall.
Distance of Hike: If you do the entire hike at the National Park, the hike is about 3.7 miles or 6km.
Length of the Tour: It will take about 3 hours in total if you want to do the hike through the whole National Park.
Swimming Allowed: No swimming is not allowed at this waterfall.
How to Visit: To visit this waterfall you will need to book tickets to enter the National Park online.
Location: Rio Celeste Waterfall is located in the Alajuela Province inside the Tenorio Volcano National Park.
About Us
When researching, “Are there waterfalls in Costa Rica?, you will most likely come across La Leona Waterfall, thats us! 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)
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