La Leona Waterfall from Avellanas

La Leona Waterfall is located about 108 kilometers from Avellanas Beach, with a driving time of approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes, making it a perfect day-trip option to explore the Rincon de la Vieja region in Costa Rica.

Transportation from Avellanas to La Leona Waterfall can be included with your tour booking. Simply let us know your preferred pickup location and time, and we will take care of everything to guarantee a smooth and relaxed experience.

Yes, you can always ask your driver for stops along the way for food, facilities, or souvenirs, and they will be happy to fit your requests into the schedule whenever possible. If you are planning a longer stop during your journey to La Leona Waterfall, simply contact us in advance so we can help arrange it.

Yes, you can combine the La Leona Waterfall tour from Avellanas Beach with other adventure tours in Rincon de la Vieja for a full day of exploring the region. Our driver will take you to each activity, wait during the tours, and take you back to your accommodation at the end of the day.

Popular combo options from Avellanas include the La Leona Waterfall hike with river tubing, zip lining, hot springs, or the volcanic activity hike in Rincon de la Vieja National Park.

We offer comfortable hotel pickup and flexible shuttle transportation throughout Guanacaste, including areas such as Tamarindo, Playas del Coco, Avellanas, Playa Flamingo, and hotels like Four Seasons Costa Rica and Occidental Papagayo.

During the booking process, you can choose your pickup location from a list of popular destinations. If your location is not listed, you can add it in an extra field.

If you are unsure whether your accommodation in Costa Rica is within our transportation area, feel free to contact us before booking.

Yes, we offer a variety of private tours from Avellanas Beach in Costa Rica. With a private tour, you will have a dedicated guide exclusively for your group, allowing you to enjoy the activity at your own pace, creating a more personalized and comfortable experience.

Private tours from Avellanas are available for La Leona Waterfall, river tubing, and several combo experiences, including tours combined with Rio Negro Hot Springs.

From Playa Avellanas, drive toward Santa Cruz via Route 160. From there, take Route 21 toward Liberia. At the main intersection in Liberia, turn left onto Highway 1 and continue for about 5 km. Look for signs pointing toward Rincon de la Vieja, turn right and continue toward the village of Curubandé. After passing the church on the right street, you’ll find our La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike tour office on the left, clearly marked with large signs.

The drive from Avellanas to La Leona Waterfall takes approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes, covering a distance of about 108 km (67 miles).

Yes, booking in advance is required to visit La Leona Waterfall and for all of our adventure tours.

Tours often fill up quickly, especially during high season in Costa Rica. If you arrive without a reservation, you may have to wait several hours or may not be able to join a tour that day.

Yes, our on-site La Leona restaurant is located just across from the reception area where the tour starts and ends. You can reserve a table for your group during the booking process and choose from our varied menu including gourmet burgers, premium cuts of beef and fresh fish on the day of the hike. For more information about our restaurant, click here.

The La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike in Costa Rica is considered moderate and includes uneven terrain, river crossings, swimming, and small climbing sections. You don’t need to be an experienced hiker, but a basic level of fitness is required. Please note that the tour is not suitable for visitors with knee, ankle, walking, or mobility issues.

As life jackets are provided and mandatory for all participants, it is not necessary to be a strong swimmer.

Our certified guides assist you throughout the entire experience to ensure you feel safe, comfortable, and well supported at all times.

Yes, the La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike in Costa Rica is suitable and safe for kids over 4 years old. (Note that the minimum age for group tours is 6 years, while private tours are available for children from 4 years old)

Our experienced guides will keep a close eye on your children throughout the tour and assist them whenever needed. Life jackets are provided and mandatory for all participants, so even kids who are not strong swimmers can safely enjoy the experience.

The hike includes climbing over rocks, caves, and swimming parts, making it an exciting adventure for active kids, as long as they are comfortable with water and this kind of physical activity.

The La Leona Waterfall hike takes approximately 2.5–3 hours from start to finish. Including the drive to and from Avellanas, the entire tour usually takes around 6 hours, depending on traffic and if you would like to make stops or enjoy lunch at our on-site restaurant.

No, it is not possible to visit La Leona Waterfall without a tour and a certified guide.

The trail and access road are located on private property, and guided tours are required to enter the area.

In addition, parts of the hike involve small rock climbing sections, river crossings, and swimming parts with strong currents, which can be dangerous without professional guides by your side. The trail can also be difficult to follow on your own.

An experienced guide is included in every tour, ensuring your safety and helping you to learn more about Costa Rica and nature in Rincon de la Vieja.

Yes, La Leona Waterfall is definitely worth visiting and makes a perfect day trip from Avellanas. This experience is much more than just visiting a waterfall: it takes you through turquoise rivers, along epic canyon walls and jungle trails, while also having the chance to spot local wildlife and explore a hidden bat cave. Perfect for nature lovers looking for a scenic and adventurous hiking experience.