La Leona Waterfall from JW Marriott

It takes about 2 hours and 10-30 minutes, depending on the traffic, to get to La Leona Waterfall from JW Marriott, at a distance of approximately 105 kilometers (65 miles), making this hike a perfect day trip option near Rincon de la Vieja National Park.

 From JW Marriott, head toward Huacas on Route 152, later Route 155 passing through Villa Real. In Huacas, turn right at the intersection and continue straight. Upon reaching the village Belén, turn left onto 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. Passing straight through Curubandé you’ll find the La Leona Waterfall tour office on your left, clearly marked with large signs.

Yes, you can choose to include transportation from JW Marriott to La Leona Waterfall in 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 combine the La Leona Waterfall tour from JW Marriott with other adventure tours in Rincon de la Vieja to make the most of your day trip. 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 JW Marriott 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.

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, we offer a variety of private tours from JW Marriott. 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. If you’re traveling with small children, note that kids can participate in private tours from 4 years old, while the minimum age for group tours is 6 years.

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

Yes, La Leona Waterfall makes a great day trip from JW Marriott and is a must-see attraction when visiting Guanacaste. The refreshing swim in the cool, turquoise river offers a welcome break from the beach and a unique way to experience Costa Rica’s tropical nature.

Private tours to La Leona Waterfall are available daily from 7am to 2pm, with departures every 30 minutes. Group tours run daily from 8am to 2pm, with departures every hour. For schedules and information about other adventure tours and combo experiences, please check our homepage.

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 hike takes approximately 2.5–3 hours from start to finish. Including the drive to and from JW Marriott, the entire tour usually takes around 7 hours, depending on traffic and if you would like to make stops or enjoy lunch at our on-site restaurant.

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 children. Kids can join private tours from 4 years old and group tours from 6 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 walking for 2-3 hours.

Yes, unlike many other waterfalls in Costa Rica, you can swim through the river and in the crystal-clear pool beneath the waterfall as an essential part of the experience.

Besides relaxing at the beach and enjoying water activities, the popular Rincon de la Vieja region, located about 2 hours away, offers plenty of exciting things to do. One of the most famous attractions is the La Leona Waterfall Adventure in Curubandé, where you follow a jungle trail, likely spot monkeys and other wildlife, and swim through impressive canyon walls to reach a hidden waterfall cave.

Near La Leona Waterfall, you can also enjoy other memorable adventures and nature experiences such as river tubing, zip lining, hot springs, and horseback riding.