The best family-friendly activities in Central Valley for parents and kids (Updated November 2026)

Central Valley, Costa Rica
Hiking Lovers (Hanging Bridges + La Fortuna Waterfall + Volcano Hike)

Do you really love hiking trails? We have combined three of the best hikes in Arenal into one nature-packed tour. …More

Do you really love hiking trails? We have combined three of the best hikes in Arenal into one nature-packed tour....

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (96)
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$225
Rainforest Secrets & Wildlife Adventure

Bijagua is a unique town in a privileged location. We have access for this tour limited to a certain number of people per day so …More

Bijagua is a unique town in a privileged location. We have access for this tour limited to a certain number of people per day so...

1 to 2 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (109)
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$30
Zipline Tour Arenal + Indigenous culture + FREE Thermal pools

Fly high over the zipline of the rain forest and feel what adrenaline means for nature lovers. After the tour you going to have the …More

Fly high over the zipline of the rain forest and feel what adrenaline means for nature lovers. After the tour you going to have the...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (146)
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$65
Rainforest Night Walk in La Fortuna with Authentic Dinner

This tour is ideal for those who want to take advantage of every minute in Costa Rica, discovering some of the country’s nocturnal wonders in …More

This tour is ideal for those who want to take advantage of every minute in Costa Rica, discovering some of the country’s nocturnal wonders in...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (191)
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$92
Arenal Canopy Adventure & Tarzan Swing

Although the experience may sound a little risky, you can be set at ease knowing that you will have the assistance of two expert guides …More

Although the experience may sound a little risky, you can be set at ease knowing that you will have the assistance of two expert guides...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (95)
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$88
San Jose Walking and Bus City Tour

This city tour provides a bird’s eye view of San Jose enhanced with an authentic cultural experience with on-board folkloric music. The tour includes guided city …More

This city tour provides a bird’s eye view of San Jose enhanced with an authentic cultural experience with on-board folkloric music. The tour includes guided city...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.5 (333)
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$80
La Fortuna Butterfly Garden and wildlife Park GROUP Tour

Embark on an unforgettable adventure in La Fortuna Arenal by exploring Ecocentro Danaus Natural Reserve. Wander through a meticulously preserved forest, a haven for local …More

Embark on an unforgettable adventure in La Fortuna Arenal by exploring Ecocentro Danaus Natural Reserve. Wander through a meticulously preserved forest, a haven for local...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (65)
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$60
Morning Arenal Volcano Hike & Mistico Hanging Bridges Combo

Enjoy the most extreme hike of the area in the jungle (rainforest), plus beautiful waterfalls. Bring out your inner child in the volcanic mud ponds, look for …More

Enjoy the most extreme hike of the area in the jungle (rainforest), plus beautiful waterfalls. Bring out your inner child in the volcanic mud ponds, look for...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (131)
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$131
Arenal Hanging Bridges, Guided Walk, Hot Springs Optional

Explore the different levels of the tropical forest through suspension bridges. Trails adapted for the enjoyment and safety of all physical conditions. More levels of …More

Explore the different levels of the tropical forest through suspension bridges. Trails adapted for the enjoyment and safety of all physical conditions. More levels of...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (78)
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$92
Mistico Hanging Bridges Park from La Fortuna

Admire the Forest from a different angles, thanks to the structure of the bridges, walk through a primary Rainforest trying to find the most wildlife …More

Admire the Forest from a different angles, thanks to the structure of the bridges, walk through a primary Rainforest trying to find the most wildlife...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (66)
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$82
Adrenaline Pack (Zipline + Rafting)

You have the opportunity to combine adventure, wildlife experience and adrenaline in a one day trip. You will fly through the air in an exciting …More

You have the opportunity to combine adventure, wildlife experience and adrenaline in a one day trip. You will fly through the air in an exciting...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (44)
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$183
Day Trip to Caño Negro Including Río Frio Boat Experience from La Fortuna

Hey, Nature Lovers! Travel through the calm waters of the Frío River and immerse yourself in the exuberant beauty of the Caño Negro National Wildlife …More

Hey, Nature Lovers! Travel through the calm waters of the Frío River and immerse yourself in the exuberant beauty of the Caño Negro National Wildlife...

8 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (55)
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$101
Rafting Pacuare River from Turrialba

This class III and class IV rapids cover about eighteen miles some of the most breathtaking scenery in all of Costa Rica. You will enjoy …More

This class III and class IV rapids cover about eighteen miles some of the most breathtaking scenery in all of Costa Rica. You will enjoy...

6 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (145)
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$120
TOP 2: Bridges+Waterfall+Lunch

Best of La Fortuna Combo Tour. Perfect for travelers with limited time, this experience lets you discover the region’s top attractions in one unforgettable day. …More

Best of La Fortuna Combo Tour. Perfect for travelers with limited time, this experience lets you discover the region’s top attractions in one unforgettable day....

6 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (118)
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$145
Arenal Volcano Expeditions Walk 1968

We begin the tour by heading to the El Silencio Private Reserve, to get as close to the base of the volcano as possible. Next, …More

We begin the tour by heading to the El Silencio Private Reserve, to get as close to the base of the volcano as possible. Next,...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (33)
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$58
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