The 4 Best Costa Rica Hot Springs Tours

1.Arenal Volcano and Thermal Hot Springs from San Jose

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 236 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $195Our pick

Travel from San Jose to La Fortuna by air-conditioned vehicle, stopping in artisan Sarchi, viewing Arenal Volcano, and relaxing at thermal springs. Lunch, dinner, guide service, and hotel transport are included. Baldi may be replaced by Los Lagos, so confirm the resort before booking.

“Such an incredible experience. Our guide was funny, knowledgeable, and a heck of a driver. We ran into thick clouds that covered the view of the road & he was incredible. The weather changes…. A LOT, so dress comfortably & prepare for humidity. The food was great, the people were great, and the hot springs made me want to move here.”

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2.Baldi Hot Springs Day Pass in La Fortuna: 25 Thermal Pools

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 137 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $60

Spend up to 12 hours at Baldi Hot Springs near Arenal Volcano, moving among 25 thermal pools, water slides, swim-up bars, and a natural sauna. Choose an entry-only pass or add lunch, dinner, or both. You arrange your own transport, and lockers cost extra.

“Only drawback is that you have to be dressed for the restaurant, no swimsuits, flip flops, cover-ups, etc.”

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3.La Fortuna: Mineral Hot Springs Full Day Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 135 reviews · 1 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $47Best value

Spend one to five hours at Paradise Hot Springs near La Fortuna, moving among mineral pools and hot tubs with different hydromassage settings. Towels, lockers, changing rooms, and showers are available. Add lunch or dinner if you wish, and plan your own ride to and from the springs.

“Terrific experience, with very polite staff. Great experience. Give yourselves plenty of time and schedule the massages late in your trip giving yourself enough time to adjust for meal and going over with pool time. Recommend bringing a water pored bag for money and phone. Won’t always be able to use a card due to system being down, so plan for cash, drinks are pricey so bring enough cash.”

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4.Arenal Hanging Bridges, Guided Walk, Hot Springs Optional

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $87Top rated

Walk 3 km through Arenal’s forest on 10 fixed and 6 hanging bridges, with a local guide such as Andreas or Gustavo looking for frogs, snakes, and other wildlife. Morning or afternoon departures, drinks, park entry, and hotel transfers are included. Hot springs are optional.

“Andreas was a great tour guide! Very knowledgeable about the local flora and fauna. Didn’t hesitate to stop the group to look for animals. We saw lots of snakes and frogs!”

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