La Leona Waterfall Adventure – Hike, Swim & Explore
Overview
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2 hours
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Discover the natural beauty of La Leona Waterfall with the official and most direct access from Finca Curubanda.
This experience is designed for travelers seeking a safe, efficient, and personalized adventure. Enjoy a private guided tour, where your group receives exclusive attention from a certified local guide.
Your journey begins at our Adventure Hub in Curubandé, where you will find secure parking, restrooms, and check-in assistance. From here, a short included transfer takes you to the starting point of the hike — the shortest and fastest trail to La Leona Waterfall.
Walk through a stunning tropical canyon along the Blanco River, known for its crystal-blue water, volcanic rock formations, and refreshing shade. Along the way, you may spot local wildlife, explore a secondary waterfall, and enjoy safe natural pools perfect for photos and relaxation.
The final reward is the iconic La Leona Waterfall, one of the most impressive hidden gems in Costa Rica.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
La Leona Waterfall Finca Curubanda
Discover one of Guanacaste’s best-kept secrets on a private guided hike to La Leona Waterfall. This exclusive adventure combines crystal-blue volcanic waters, jungle trails, river crossings, caves, and towering rock formations.
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La Leona Waterfall Adventure – Hike, Swim & Explore
What‘s Included
Dry bag for your belongings
Private bilingual local guide (one guide per booking)
4x4 transportation from meeting point to trailhead
Visit to La Ducha Waterfall and La Leona Waterfall
Exclusive access to the shortest official trail to La Leona Waterfall
Access to our facilities (restrooms, parking)
Professional life jackets
Lunch
Tubing
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
7 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Rodrigo was hands down...
Caitlin Z,May 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Rodrigo was hands down the best guide we had on our whole vacation! It was so much more than a waterfall tour, we learned about plants, insects and birds too! The waterfall was amazing as well!
Lifetime experience!
Gopi K,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was such a beautiful experience, no words. We had a great tour guide and he was pretty nice person helping to make the life time experience worth it. Go ahead without second thought!
Great times with Allan Pollo loco guide!
robertmA9291YT,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great times with Allan pollo loco guide, lots of infos and laughs, made it very adventurous and loved his knowledge and chicken demos ! Pura vida amigo , mucho gracias again! Fully recommend ✊❤️
Beyond a tour – it was a soul-stirring experience! 🌿✨
And3nata,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you're in Costa Rica, you have to find Jose David at Finca Curubanda. What started as a quick 2 PM stop at Llanos del Cortés turned into an unforgettable 'Avatar' adventure. From off-roading in a jeep to having our faces painted and exploring hidden caves with waterfalls inside—it was pure magic. It reminded me of the famous caves in Vegas, but with the added beauty of flowing water and lush jungle. The team is so authentic and kind; they even offered us their own shoes when they saw we weren't prepared! No pressure, just pure 'Pura Vida' vibes. Don’t just look at the waterfalls—experience them with these guys! 🇨🇷💦
Recommended visit
907judithd,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Recommended visit! Jefferson was an amazing guide! He guided and helped us through the forest and water, knew and shared a lot about the nature, and was very well-spoken in English!
Amazing tour with Luis!
EllenB158,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We signed up for the 7:30 tour to be the first to the waterfall & we had the place all to ourselves! Luis was an amazing guide - we saw an anteater, owls & bats. He also talked about some of the trees & local customs. He was so patient & helpful! Also - this company offers the earliest tours & is closest to the waterfall. We didn’t think we signed up for a private tour but it was just Luis & the 2 of us. He said they try to do private tours when they can. This adventure got me a little out of my comfort zone - just the right amount. It was perfect & beautiful!
Amazing Adventure hike
33ondream,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our group of 8 loved the La Leona waterfall hike. We took the adventure route which required scaling up rock walls with ropes (and our guide for support), cliff jumping, swimming, and more... Luis was a great guide - knowledgeable about the area and very safety conscious. Highly recommend (but not in the rainy season)
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