La Leona Waterfall from Planet Hollywood

La Leona Waterfall is located about 55 kilometers (34 miles) from Planet Hollywood Costa Rica, with a driving time of approximately 1 hour depending on traffic, making it an easy day trip option near Rincon de la Vieja National Park.

Yes, La Leona Waterfall makes a perfect day trip and is one of the best things to do from Planet Hollywood Costa Rica. The tour starting point is easily accessible in about 1 hour, and La Leona Waterfall is one of the most beautiful waterfalls near Rincon de la Vieja National Park, a popular attraction you shouldn’t miss while visiting Guanacaste. Unlike many other waterfalls in Costa Rica, you are allowed to swim through the river and beneath the waterfall, a refreshing highlight of this unique adventure hike.

You can book a tour with transportation included from Planet Hollywood to La Leona Waterfall. Just let us know your pickup location during your reservation, and we will take care of everything for a smooth, comfortable, and stress-free journey.

Exit Planet Hollywood and follow Route 253 for about 20 minutes, until you get to a T-junction in Comunidad. Turn left onto Route 21 to continue toward Liberia. Turn left at the main crossroads to enter Highway 1. After about 5 km, you will see an intersection on your right pointing toward Rincon de la Vieja National Park. Continue to the village of Curubandé, pass by the church on the right side, and you will find the La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike tour base on your left, clearly marked with large signs.

The drive from Planet Hollywood to La Leona Waterfall takes approximately 1 hour, covering a distance of around 55 kilometers (34 miles).

No, you don’t need a car to visit La Leona Waterfall from Planet Hollywood Costa Rica. You can simply book a tour with transportation included for the easiest and most comfortable way to reach the tour starting point. Just be ready at your chosen pickup point and time, we will take care of everything to guarantee a smooth and stress-free experience.

Yes, you can combine the La Leona Waterfall hike with other adventure tours and nature experiences in Rincon de la Vieja to make the most of your day trip. Popular combo options from Planet Hollywood 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, we offer private tours from Planet Hollywood Costa Rica, including La Leona Waterfall, river tubing, and a variety of combo tours.

With a private tour, you’ll have a dedicated guide exclusively for your group, making it the perfect option for families with small children or travelers looking for a more personalized experience.

Yes, you can swim in the turquoise river and natural pool below La Leona Waterfall, and it is an essential part and highlight of the tour.

Yes, the La Leona Waterfall hike is suitable for families with active kids from 4 years old in private tours and from 6 years old in group tours. The hike includes small climbing sections, river crossings, and swimming parts, which can be a great adventure for children if they feel comfortable in the water and with walking for 2–3 hours.

Your kids do not need to be strong swimmers, as life jackets are provided and mandatory for all participants. They can simply float and move safely through the water using the ropes set up across the river.

Our experienced guides will stay with you throughout the entire tour and know exactly how to assist families with children so everyone feels safe and has fun.

The La Leona Waterfall hike itself takes about 2–3 hours. Including the drive to and from Planet Hollywood Costa Rica, the entire day trip usually takes around 5 hours, depending on if you would like to make stops along the way or enjoy lunch afterward.

The La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike in Costa Rica is considered moderate.

The trail includes rocky and uneven terrain, as well as sections where you’ll need to climb over rocks and ladders and swim through parts of the river. A basic level of fitness is required, and the tour is not suitable for people with knee, walking, or mobility issues.

Our expert guides will assist you throughout the tour, especially during the climbing sections and while swimming through the waterfall canyon, ensuring that you feel safe, comfortable, and well supported at all times.

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.

Yes, La Leona Waterfall is definitely worth visiting, offering the perfect combination of adventure and a unique tropical nature experience. A memorable highlight of the tour is the swim to the waterfall through a narrow volcanic rock canyon, with the cool river shimmering in turquoise and blue tones beneath you.

For the La Leona Waterfall hike you should bring closed-toe shoes or water shoes with good grip (no flip-flops!), clothes that can get wet, a change of clothes and shoes for after the tour as well as a towel. We also recommend bringing sunscreen, insect repellent, and a bottle of water.

Included in the tour are certified guides, transportation from our office to the trailhead, life jackets, and dry bags to safely store valuable items during the hike.