La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Arenal Forest Night Hike
Explore the authentic primary rainforest of the Arenal Volcano on a guided night hike around the base of the volcano.
This is not a flat night walk. It is a real forest hike through elevated terrain, natural trails, and the authentic sounds of the Arenal rainforest after dark.
A Real Night Hike, Not Just a Flat Walk
Most night tours stay on easy flat trails. Arenal Forest Night Hike takes you into elevated forest terrain on the lower slopes of Arenal Volcano, where the night feels deeper, wilder, and more immersive.
Real Arenal volcano foothills
Naturalist night experience
Small groups
Safe for adventurous families
Wildlife-focused hike
From $35 + Tax
Arenal Forest Night Hike
Enter the Arenal Volcano forest after sunset and follow a guided trail through the volcano foothills, where the night reveals its own rhythm. Flashlights uncover details on leaves, roots, trunks, and the forest floor while frogs, reptiles, insects, and other nocturnal life move through their natural habitat. It is an immersive way to feel the rainforest sounds, darkness, humidity, and wildlife of La Fortuna after dark.
- Schedule
- Daily at 6:00 PM
- Duration
- Approx. 2 hours
- Distance
- Approx. 2 km
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Age
- Ages 4+
- Group
- Max. 10 people per guide. Subject to change during high season.
- Languages
- Spanish / English
- Wildlife
- Colorful frogsSnakesInsectsMammalsOther nocturnal animals depending on season and natural conditions
Includes
- Pick-up or drop-off service from La Fortuna Area
- Entrance Fee
- Flashlight equipment
- Professional bilingual guide Spanish / English
Excludes
- VAT 13% and fees
- Food
- Photos
What to Bring
- Hiking shoes or closed-toe shoes - important
- Long pants
- Personal medication
- Mosquito repellent
- Rain jacket
- Camera
Red-eyed tree frogs in the Arenal forest after dark.
Book Your Arenal Forest Night Hike
Secure your spot for the 6:00 PM night hike. Small groups per guide are limited to keep the experience safe, personal, and wildlife-focused.
Offer
Book NowAdults & Children
$50
From:$35+ Tax
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Real Guest Reviews
Recent verified Tripadvisor excerpts from travelers who joined the night wildlife experience in La Fortuna.
May 2026
“Jason was very good at finding, showing and explaining.”
George K
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