Location

Arenal Volcano is 7 km from La Fortuna, 25 km from Tabacón, and 128 km from San José. See also our Arenal Volcano Travel Guide for more info. The site is also

Last updated: October 18, 2025

Where is Arenal Volcano located?

Arenal Volcano is 7 km from La Fortuna, 25 km from Tabacón, and 128 km from San José. See also our Arenal Volcano Travel Guide for more info. The site is also just 85 km from another famous Costa Rican attraction, the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve.

Getting to Arenal Volcano By Bus

Most hotels in San José (the capital city closest to Arenal Volcano) and around either have bus tours to Arenal Volcano or information on the nearest station to catch a bus. Don’t hesitate to ask at Your Hotel Reception, No Matter where you are in the area!

Arenal Volcano on the Map!

If you are driving from San José, take Route 1 north to Naranjo, then Route 142 west through Zarcero to Ciudad Quesada, and finally Route 702 north to La Fortuna. See the Arenal Volcano location on the map and get more specific directions:

If you don’t want to handle all the hassle of getting to Arenal, simply contact our team at Arenal Volcano Costa Rica Tours to help you organize the perfect tour.

Tours

Arenal Volcano Waterfall Rappelling

Unleash your adventurous spirit on this thrilling canyoning experience in the Arenal River canyon, rappelling down 4 spectacular waterfall walls, jumping into 3 crystal-clear natural pools, soaring across the canyon on 2 exhilarating ziplines, and walking through refreshing waters surrounded by stunning rainforest scenery and wildlife, all with professional guides providing step-by-step instruction and top-quality safety equipment perfect for beginners, followed by a peaceful riverside walk and authentic Costa Rican lunch at La Roca restaurant, with round-trip transportation, bilingual guides, water, and all gear included.

★ 5
3 hours
10,601+ bookings

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Arenal Volcano 12 Zipline Cables Experience

Experience the thrill of flying through Costa Rica’s lush rainforest canopy on 12 ziplines, including the spectacular highlight of soaring directly over La Fortuna Waterfall – something you won’t find on any other tour. As you glide from platform to platform, take in breathtaking panoramic views of Arenal Volcano and Cerro Chato while expert guides share fascinating insights about the area’s incredible biodiversity. This family-friendly adventure welcomes all skill levels with comprehensive safety briefings and top-quality equipment.

★ 4.9
2 hours
8,270+ bookings

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Arenal Volcano Full Day Tour, Waterfall and Hot Springs Tour

Discover La Fortuna’s natural wonders on this full-day guided adventure featuring a scenic forest hike along the crystal-clear river to a panoramic viewpoint, a thrilling descent down jungle staircases and across a high suspension bridge to the magnificent 70-meter La Fortuna waterfall where you can swim in its refreshing pool, a cultural visit to a Maluku Indian village for an authentic lunch and insights into indigenous traditions, and a trek through primary forests and dramatic lava fields at the base of Arenal Volcano to witness spectacular views of the lake and valley before unwinding at a natural hot spring resort with a complimentary cocktail, all with round-trip transportation from your accommodation included.

★ 4.8
10 hours
6,158+ bookings

$101Check availability →