Where is
La Leona Waterfall
Costa Rica
How to Get to La Leona Waterfall
Where is La Leona Waterfall Costa Rica?
La Leona Waterfall is located near the city of Liberia, in the Guanacaste province of Costa Rica. To get to this destination you must head north on highway #1 and make a right turn towards Rincón de la Vieja National Park (Curubandé Town)
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Upon your arrival at our location, 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.
Where is La Leona Waterfall Costa Rica?
La Leona Waterfall is located in the town of Curubande which is outside of Liberia. Two rivers run through the town of Curubande, the Colorado River, and Rio Blanco. These rivers make the Curubandé village the perfect destination in Costa Rica, with waterfall tours, river tubing and plenty of secret swimming spots to cool off.
How to Find the Waterfall in Curubandé
After arriving in Curubande, you may be asking yourself, “Where is La Leona Waterfall?”. We know exactly how to help you get there. With expert tour guides to guide you along the way, you will make it to the waterfall in no time. This hike takes about 2.5-3 hours and is an action filled hike of climbing ladders, swimming though river crossings and more. We have a video to answer exaclty “Where is La Leona Waterfall”.
Where is La Leona Waterfall Costa Rica? - Transportation Options
- I have a car of my own and will drive by myself to the location of the tour.
Self Drive
- I require a two-way journey from my accommodation, be it a hotel, airbnb, apartment, or house.
Transportation Included
Group Tours
Fully Private Tours
Private La Leona Waterfall + Private White Water River Tubing
Rincon de la Vieja Volcano From: $90.00
Free Places to Visit Near La Leona Waterfall
Where is La Leona Waterfall Costa Rica - La Pipa
La Pipa is a 15 minute walk from the office to La Leona Waterfall Cost Rica. Here you can swim in the fresh blue waters flowing from the waterfall, jump off rocs and hang out under mini waterfalls.
To get here you will head down the road past the market for about 5-10 minutes. After you pass the stop sign you will see a gravel road on your right side. You will turn right down this gravel road and continue for another 5-10 minutes. You will then arrive at La Pipa, it will be on your left side.
Where is La Leona Waterfall Costa Rica - The Colorado River
The Colorado River is a 10 minute walk from the office to La Leona Waterfall. This is a calm place to relax in the water and hang out with your friends.
To get here you will go down the road and when the road splits you will stay to the left. Afterr you pass the park you will see a gravel road on your left side. You will head down this road until you arrive at a stair case. You will go down these staircases until you arrive at the Colorado River.
FAQs
The La Leona Waterfall trail is classified as an intermediate hike and may not be suitable for individuals with knee, ankle, or mobility concerns. However, those with an average level of fitness should find the tour manageable and enjoyable.
Access to La Leona Waterfall is not free, as it involves traversing private property. Due to the trail’s complexity, the sole option for visiting is through a tour. Prices begin at $30 for a group tour, while a private tour is available at $45.
La Leona Waterfall is located 20 minutes away from downtown Liberia, covering a distance of around 15 km. The road is fully paved all the way to our reception.
La Leona Waterfall is about 10 meters (32 feet) high, situated in a stunning cave with amazing rock formations all around.
The La Leona Waterfall trail is classified as an intermediate hike and may not be suitable for individuals with knee, ankle, or mobility concerns. However, those with an average level of fitness should find the tour manageable and enjoyable.
To visit La Leona Waterfall, all tours will consistently feature one or more guides, depending on your group’s size and their fitness levels. Our guides play a crucial role in ensuring everyone’s safety throughout the entire tour.
You can not do La Leona Waterfall without a guide
The options for visiting La Leona Waterfall are:
1-Group Tour: Starts at $30 per person
2-Private Tour: Starts at $45 per person
3-La Leona Waterfall + River Tubing: $75 per person
4- La Leona Waterfall + Zip Lining: $75 per person
5- Fully Private River Tubing + Private La Leona Waterfall: $90 per person
The minimum age for visiting La Leona Waterfall is 8 years old for group tours and 4 years old for private tour.
Baby carriers are not permitted during the La Leona Waterfall Tour. This policy is in place for the safety of both the child and the parent, as a slip or fall could lead to an accident.
For La Leona Waterfall you should wear either: Closed toe shoes, Water Shoes with a thick sole, or Sandals With Straps. Flip Flops are not allowed
A prior reservation is mandatory for visiting La Leona Waterfall. Without a reservation, and in the absence of available staff to conduct the tour upon your arrival, access to the falls will not be possible. Booking in advance allows us to efficiently plan and schedule for everyone in advance.