La Leona Waterfall from
The W Costa Rica Reserva Conchal

It takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes to 2 hours, depending on the traffic, to get to La Leona Waterfall from The W Costa Rica Reserva Conchal, at a distance of approximately 88 kilometers (55 miles), making this hike a perfect day trip option near Rincon de la Vieja National Park.

From The W Costa Rica Reserva Conchal, drive toward Huacas. Turn left at the intersection onto Route 155. Reaching the village Belén, turn left onto Route 21 toward Liberia. Turn left at the main intersection onto Highway 1 and continue for about 5 km. Turn right when you see signs pointing toward Rincon de la Vieja National Park. Upon reaching Curubandé, you will see a church on the left side. Continue straight and you will see the La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike tour office on your left, clearly marked with large signs.

Transportation from The W Costa Rica Reserva Conchal to La Leona Waterfall can be included with your tour booking. Simply let us know your preferred pickup location and time in your reservation, and we will take care of everything to create a seamless and stress-free journey.

Yes, you can combine the La Leona Waterfall hike with many other adventure tours and nature experiences in Rincon de la Vieja to enjoy a full day in this beautiful region of Costa Rica. Popular combo tour options from The W Costa Rica Reserva Conchal 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, La Leona Waterfall makes a great day trip from The W Costa Rica Reserva Conchal and is the perfect starting point to explore Rincon de la Vieja, as it is one of the most iconic attractions in the region. The scenic waterfall is located between impressive rock formations and is only reachable with a refreshing swim through a canyon, making it a unique nature adventure. To make the most of your day trip, you can add river tubing, zip lining, the volcanic activity hike, hot springs, and other exciting experiences to your tour.

Yes, unlike many other waterfalls in Costa Rica, 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 approximately 2.5–3 hours from start to finish. Including the drive to and from The W Costa Rica Reserva Conchal, 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.

A basic level of fitness is required, and the tour is not suitable for people with knee, walking, or mobility issues as the terrain is mostly uneven and there are small climbing sections.

Our expert guides will assist you throughout the tour, ensuring that you feel safe, comfortable, and well supported at all times.

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.

Included in your La Leona Waterfall tour from The W Costa Rica Reserva Conchal are a certified guide for the hike, transportation to the trail entrance, life jackets, and dry bags.

For the most comfortable experience, transportation from The W Costa Rica Reserva Conchal can also be included during the booking process. You can also add Costa Rican lunch at our on-site restaurant in your reservation or choose from the menu on the day of the hike.

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.

Yes, La Leona Waterfall is definitely worth visiting. With its bright blue river and exciting hiking experience, it’s one of the best adventure day trips and things to do from The W Costa Rica Reserva Conchal and one of the few waterfalls in Costa Rica where you can actually swim.