Tours
Start on the ultimate adventure with Palo Alto Tours, exploring Costa Rica's stunning rainforests and its fascinating wildlife.
La Roca Canyoning
Schedule: Daily, 8:00 AM & 12:00 PM
Duration: Approx. 4 hours
Live the adventure of a lifetime in the heart of the Arenal rainforest. Descend four spectacular waterfall walls along the Arenal River canyon, cross the canyon on two ziplines, and jump into natural pools surrounded by lush jungle. Certified bilingual guides, full safety equipment, and a typical Costa Rican lunch make this a complete adrenaline experience for first-timers and seasoned adventurers alike.
Includes: Transportation · Bilingual guide · Equipment · Lunch · Water
per person: $111.87
Río Celeste Hike
Schedule: Daily, departs 7:50 AM
Duration: Full-day tour, approx. 8 hours
Hike through Tenorio Volcano National Park to discover the legendary turquoise-blue waters of Río Celeste. Trek a primary rainforest trail with a naturalist guide, witness the iconic 30-meter waterfall, the Blue Lagoon where two rivers meet, the bubbling sulfur springs, and the fumaroles that give this river its mythical color. A traditional Costa Rican lunch is included to round out the day.
Includes: Transportation · Bilingual guide · Park entrance · Lunch · Water
Note: Transportation included from La Fortuna · additional cost from Palo Alto.
per person: $140.12
Unique Caño Negro
Schedule: Daily, 7:15 AM
Duration: Full-day tour, approx. 8 hours
Cruise the Río Frío into the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge, one of the most important wetland ecosystems in the world. Glide aboard a covered motorized boat through protected waters that shelter caimans, three monkey species, sloths, jabirus, toucans, roseate spoonbills, and over 300 bird species. A birdwatcher's paradise and a peaceful immersion into Costa Rica's untouched wilderness near the Nicaraguan border.
Includes: Transportation · Bilingual naturalist guide · Boat tour · Lunch · Snack
Note: Transportation included from La Fortuna · additional cost from Palo Alto. Bottled water not included.
per person: $96.05
Arenal Volcano Hike
Schedule: Daily, 7:50 AM & 2:30 PM
Duration: Approx. 5–6 hours
Walk in the footsteps of one of Costa Rica's most iconic eruptions on the Arenal 1968 Trail. Hike through hardened lava fields, regenerating rainforest, and panoramic viewpoints overlooking Arenal Volcano and Lake Arenal. Your naturalist guide brings the geological history and surrounding wildlife to life as you explore the path carved by the historic 1968 eruption.
Includes: Transportation · Bilingual guide · Park entrance · Snack
Note: Transportation included from La Fortuna · additional cost from Palo Alto. Bottled water not included.
per person: $77.97
Safari Float
Schedule: Daily, 7:50 AM & 1:50 PM
Duration: Approx. 3–4 hours
Drift down the Peñas Blancas River on a quiet raft and immerse yourself in Costa Rica's tropical rainforest. This gentle, family-friendly float offers up-close encounters with sloths, white-faced monkeys, howler monkeys, iguanas, caimans, herons, kingfishers, and many more species along the riverbanks. A peaceful and authentic wildlife experience without the rapids.
Includes: Transportation · Bilingual naturalist guide · Equipment · Fresh fruit
Note: Transportation included from La Fortuna · additional cost from Palo Alto. Bottled water not included.
- Raft: $83.06
- Kayak: $88.71
Sarapiquí Class II–III Rafting
Schedule: Daily, 8:30 AM
Duration: Approx. 4–5 hours
Feel the thrill of rafting on the Sarapiquí River with a 13 km run that blends moderate rapids and calm sections through pristine rainforest.
Includes: Expert guides · Safety equipment · Tropical fruit on the river · Traditional Costa Rican lunch
Note: Transportation included from La Fortuna · additional cost from Palo Alto. Bottled water not included.
per person: $105.87
Wildlife Tour
Schedule: Daily, 8:30 AM & 1:30 PM
Duration: Approx. 2 hours
Discover the extraordinary Wildlife Rescue Center, a must-visit gem even for those with limited time in the region. Let our trained naturalists captivate you with an insightful introduction to the project, setting the stage for an unforgettable journey through the rescue facility, where you'll meet rehabilitated toucans, macaws, monkeys, peccaries, coatis, and many other native species.
Includes: Entrance · Guide · Snack · Parking
per person: $40
Sloth Sanctuary
Schedule: Daily, 10:30 AM & 1:30 PM
Duration: Approx. 1.5 hours
A guided walk to observe sloths in their natural habitat, with educational stations and the use of a telescope.
Includes: Guide · Coffee break
per person: $35
Full-Day Experience (Combo)
Schedule: Daily, 8:30 AM & 1:30 PM
Duration: Approx. 5 hours
Combines Wildlife Tour, Sloth Tour, and volunteering into an integral experience to learn and connect with nature.
Includes: Guide · Coffee break
per person: $95
Ciudad Esmeralda
Schedule: Daily, 8:00 AM / 9:00 AM / 10:00 AM / 11:00 AM
Duration: 3–4 hours · 4 km (2 km in, 2 km out)
Explore a stunning natural canyon along La Vieja River, surrounded by lush vegetation, waterfalls and emerald-colored waters. Ideal for hiking and gentle adventure.
Includes: Certified local guides and safety equipment · Access to private farm, trail and La Vieja River Canyon · Parking, restrooms and changing rooms
Note: Not recommended for pregnant women or people with health conditions.
per person: $73.45