La Fortuna to La Leona Waterfall
Many travelers go from La Fortuna to La Leona Waterfall while moving hotels during their visit in Costa Rica. La Leona Waterfall is a popular destination to stop along the way and this is an attraction you can’t miss. You can reach La Leona Waterfall from La Fortuna by car, bus or arranging a private shuttle with that includes pick up, stop at La Leona Waterfall and drop off at your next destination.
We will go through exactly how to get to La Leona Waterfall through each of these routes, and then show you just a short detour you need to make to reach La Leona Waterfall. We will also uncover some free spots to visit while in La Fortuna!
La Fortuna to La Leona Waterfall by Car
If you are driving from La Fortuna to La Leona Waterfall, you must take route #142 to get to Nuevo Arenal- Tilaran and then Cañas. Once you make it to Cañas you must head straight and take the freeway #1 and head north toward Liberia Downtown.
Liberia to La Leona Waterfall
La Leona Waterfall is located near the city of Liberia, in the Guanacaste province of Costa Rica. To get to this destination from Liberia you must head north on highway #1 and make a right turn towards Rincón de la Vieja National Park (Curubandé Town).
Upon your arrival, you’ll find a secure and private parking area at your disposal. Whether you’re in the midst of changing hotels or have all your belongings inside your vehicle, rest assured that our parking facility ensures the safety of your belongings.
La Fortuna to La Leona Waterfall by Private Transportation
If you do not have your own vehicle, you can also book private transportation. When booking transportation, you can have it pick you up from La Fortuna and take you to your next destination with a stop at La Leona Waterfall along the way! This is a great way to make the most of your transportation and add in a little adventure to your travel day. This is the easiest way to get from La Fortuna to La Leona Waterfall. Tours with transportation can be booked online at leonawaterfall.com/transportation/. Groups as small as 2 people to 50+ people can be accommodated for this option.
How to book private transportation
1. Go to leonawaterfall.com/transportation/
2. Fill out the information on the page.
3. You will receive a quote via email shortly after submitting the request.
La Fortuna to La Leona Waterfall by Bus
In order to get from La Fortuna to La Leona Waterfall you will need to take 3 buses, and it will take about 3.5 hours in total. This is a great option for solo traveler!
Terminal de Buses La Fortuna
You will begin your journey at the Terminal de Buses La Fortuna. The first bus you will take is Ciudad Quesada to Parada de Buses Tilaran. This bus costs about $2 USD and this bus runs 3 times a day.
Parada de Buses Tilaran
The second bus is the Tilaran bus. This bus goes from from Parada de Buses Tilaran to Terminal de Buses la Cañera, Cañas which is about $2 USD.
Terminal de Buses la Cañera, Cañas
The last bus you will take is the Cañas bus. This bus goes from the Terminal de Buses la Cañera, Cañas to Terminal De Buses Municipal De Liberia. This bus is about $4 USD and runs about every 30 minutes.
Terminal de Buses Municipal de Liberia
Once in Liberia you will arrive at the Terminal De Buses Municipal De Liberia. Here you can take a quick 20-minute detour to get to La Leona Waterfall. There are 2 different options for this detour. The first is that you can take a Taxi or Uber which will cost about $15-$20. The second option is to hop on the bus to Curubande. This option will take you a little bit longer, but the bus will take you straight from Liberia to the town of Curubande where La Leona Waterfall is located. This bus will say Curubande on the front of it.
Free things to do in La Fortuna
El Salto ROPE SWING
El Salto is a must-see spot while in La Fortuna. Hidden under a bridge you will find a giant rope swing leading into La Fortuna river. You can swim into the pools below right next to a small waterfall. This free hidden gem offers an unforgettable experience in La Fortuna.
During the walk to El Salto you will also have an amazing view of all the greenery and Arenal Volcano. This view during sunset is one of a kind.
Free Natural Hot Springs
You also can’t miss out on the free hot springs while in La Fortuna. The walk down to the hot springs like walking through an enchanted forest. Then you will have the opportunity to relax in the warm running water.
Who Are We . . .
At La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike, we pride ourselves on being the highest rated tour company in the Rincon de la Vieja area, and quite possibly all of Costa Rica. We specialize in providing unforgettable hiking tours to La Leona Waterfall, but we offer more than just hikes – we also provide exhilarating river tubing and zip-lining experiences. Our expertly trained tour guides are passionate about sharing their knowledge of Costa Rica and will ensure you have a fun, educational, and safe trip in Costa Rica.
With our top-rated tours, you can trust that your adventure with us will be the highlight of you trip to Costa Rica.
Our Tour Options
La Leona Waterfall Group and Private Tour
La Leona Waterfall provides the perfect combination of adventure and relaxation. This hike will keep you on your toes as you climb in and out of the crystal-clear blue waters of the Rio Blanco. We have both group tours and private tours available to fit the specific needs of you and your group.
White Water River Tubing
Embark on an exciting tubing expedition down the refreshing blue river The Colorado River right next door to the La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike. You will be guided through numerous rapids by expert tour guides the entire way.
Zip Lining Tour
If you want to add onto you action packed day, zip lining is a must do tour. You will go flying over the cannons in Costa Rica. Crossing over rivers and above trees. This gives you a one of a kind view of Costa Rica.
