Night Walk Around The Arenal Volcano
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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We are the only company that offers an authentic night hike inside the Rainforest, at the base of the majestic Arenal Volcano. We are also the only local company certified as Family & Kids Friendly, ideal for all ages.
Accompanied by an expert naturalist guide who will make this experience educational, safe and fascinating. We will explore the trails of Mirador El Silencio, one of the best areas of La Fortuna, in a privileged environment for its proximity to the volcano.
We will look for emblematic frogs such as the hourglass frog, Blue Jeans frog, bullfrog and red-eyed frog.
In addition, you will be able to observe exotic insects, snakes such as the tab viper, Velvet, Stone Hand and coral snakes.
With any luck, we'll also see sloths, possums and anteaters.
A safe, educational and unforgettable experience in the heart of the Costa Rican rainforest in La Fortuna.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Flashlight
Guide in English
Entrance to the El Silencio Viewpoint Trails
Shared Transportation Service
Dinner
Bottled water
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Arenal Volcano
Let's enter one of the most famous forests in Costa Rica and the world, the tropical rain forest at the foot of 2 volcanoes, the Arenal Volcano and the Cerro Chato Volcano. Our experience will take you to know the history of how our country was formed, the volcanoes in our area, the climate of our area and the observation of the local flora and fauna among which birds such as toucans, tanagers, hummingbirds and parrots stand out. some amphibians and reptiles such as glass frogs, tree frogs, rain frogs and toads such as the humid forest toad or the great giant toad, snakes such as corals, vipers such as the bocaracá, stone hand or the famous velvet, mammals such as coatis, armadillos, opossums, howler monkeys, white-faced monkeys and squirrel monkeys, a wide variety of plants such as orchids, bromeliads, ferns, mosses and flowering plants.
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Night Walk Around The Arenal Volcano
Pickup included
Reviews
203 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Nature Comes Alive at Night ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Stacey W,
Sep 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had an amazing experience on this night walking tour in Costa Rica! Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about the wildlife, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable. Within minutes of starting, we were spotting all kinds of creatures — colorful frogs, slithering snakes, and some truly impressive spiders. The guide made sure everyone could see and safely observe the animals, and he shared lots of interesting facts along the way. It felt like stepping into another world after dark, and the sounds of the forest at night were unforgettable. This tour was one of the highlights of our trip — highly recommended for nature lovers and anyone looking for a unique adventure!
We had an amazing time at...
Alexandra S,
Aug 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had an amazing time at the night walk tour. We saw so many different animals such as snakes, spiders, bugs, and frogs that we would have never spottet without the guide. Thank you so much!
Great Experience!
Aislinn G,
Aug 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00Highly recommend this activity as something to do at night in the La Fortuna area! We saw snakes, lots of different insects, and my favourite…frogs! Kaitlyn, our guide, was very knowledgeable and helped us get great pictures!
Excellent tour with our...
Teresa B,
Aug 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00Excellent tour with our guide Yeudy. He was so knowledgeable and quickly developed a great rapport with our group. We saw so many frogs, bugs, and even a viper. The whole family had a great time!
The night hike was...
David W,
Aug 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00The night hike was excellent! We saw many interested critters and really got out there. I would highly recommend this activity to a friend.
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