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Northern Lowlands & Volcano Highlands · 2.5–3 hours from SJO or LIR Airport

La Fortuna & Arenal Volcano: 4x4, ATV & UTV Adventure Tours

Splash across volcanic rivers and climb private rainforest ranch trails at the base of Arenal Volcano's 5,437-foot cone.

Primary Meeting Point:
Route 142 Arenal Volcano Corridor & La Fortuna town adventure ranches
Hotel & Villa Pickup Coverage:
Free round-trip pickup from all La Fortuna town hotels and Route 142 thermal-resort properties (Tabacón, Nayara, The Springs, Baldi)
Local Trail Terrain:
Volcanic ash and mud tracks, Río Arenal and Río Agua Caliente fords, primary rainforest borders, and lava-field viewpoints.
Available Vehicle Formats:
Automatic 4x4 ATVs, muddy volcano buggies, and 4x4 safari combos with rafting or thermal hot springs.
La Fortuna & Arenal Volcano off-road trails

Verified Off-Road Excursions in La Fortuna & Arenal Volcano & Nearby Hubs

Arenal Volcano Guided ATV Experience & River Trail in La Fortuna
SELF-DRIVE ATV TOUR
★ 4.7 (656 reviews)
La Fortuna & Arenal Volcano · 2.5 TO 3 HOURS From $105

Arenal Volcano Guided ATV Experience & River Trail in La Fortuna

Best for: Arenal visitors wanting muddy rainforest tracks, river splashes, and close-up lava-cone views of Arenal Volcano.

Departure Location:
La Fortuna Arenal Foothills Outpost (Route 142 Volcano Corridor)
Pickup Coverage:
Free hotel pickup throughout La Fortuna town and the Arenal hotel/hot-springs zone
Vehicle & Operator:
Automatic 4x4 Trail ATV (Honda / Can-Am) — Drive Yourself on a Guided Trail Tour
Driver / Passenger Rules:
Drivers: 18+ with valid driver's license. Passengers: 6+ years old.
Vehicle Capacity:
1 rider (Single) or 2 riders (Double)
Pricing Basis:
Priced per Single or Double ATV; includes practice track orientation before hitting the volcano trails.
Confirmed Inclusions:
Round-trip La Fortuna hotel transport, 4x4 ATV, safety gear, Arenal River crossing, Maleku cultural/lookout stop & fruit snacks.
Amazing 3-Hour Jacó ATV Tour & Jungle Waterfall
SELF-DRIVE ATV TOUR
★ 4.9 (910 reviews)
Jacó & Los Sueños / Herradura · 3 HOURS From $105

Amazing 3-Hour Jacó ATV Tour & Jungle Waterfall

Best for: First-time & intermediate riders wanting coastal ridge lookouts + a private rainforest waterfall swim.

Departure Location:
Central Jacó Adventure Basecamp (5 mins from Los Sueños Resort)
Pickup Coverage:
Complimentary hotel/villa pickup in Jacó Beach, Playa Hermosa, and Herradura / Los Sueños
Vehicle & Operator:
Single or Double 4WD ATV (Honda / CFMOTO 400–500cc) — Drive Yourself on a Guided Trail Tour
Driver / Passenger Rules:
Drivers: 18+ with valid driver's license & credit card for security deposit. Passengers: 8+ years old.
Vehicle Capacity:
1 rider (Single ATV) or 2 riders (Double ATV)
Pricing Basis:
Priced per ATV (Single ATV ~$105; Double ATV carries 2 riders for a minor passenger upgrade fee).
Confirmed Inclusions:
Bilingual trail guide, DOT helmet, goggles, private waterfall entrance fee, fresh tropical fruit & bottled water.
Jacó & Herradura Off-Road Side-by-Side UTV Buggy Expedition
SIDE-BY-SIDE UTV / BUGGY
★ 4.8 (134 reviews)
Jacó & Los Sueños / Herradura · 2 TO 4 HOURS From $120

Jacó & Herradura Off-Road Side-by-Side UTV Buggy Expedition

Best for: Couples and families who prefer a steering wheel, foot pedals, and side-by-side seating over straddling an ATV.

Departure Location:
Jacó North Off-Road Depot near Herradura
Pickup Coverage:
Hotel & condo pickup included across Jacó and Herradura / Los Sueños Marina zone
Vehicle & Operator:
4x4 Side-by-Side UTV Buggy (Roll Cage, Bucket Seats & Steering Wheel) — Drive Yourself on a Guided Trail Tour
Driver / Passenger Rules:
Drivers: 18+ with valid driver's license. Passengers: 5+ years old (seatbelts & roll-cage protection).
Vehicle Capacity:
2 to 4 riders per UTV buggy
Pricing Basis:
Priced per person (2-rider minimum) or per UTV vehicle depending on group size — check live calendar.
Confirmed Inclusions:
4x4 side-by-side UTV, bilingual trail lead, safety gear, river crossing route & mountain viewpoint stop.
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