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Experience Costa Rica’s natural beauty with Best Tours CR’s Rio Celeste Tour. Hike through lush rainforests to witness the stunning blue waterfall, a captivating visual wonder. Choose a 2-hour hike to the Rio Celeste Waterfall or a 3-hour trek to explore all the park’s attractions. Make your Costa Rican vacation unforgettable with Best Tours CR.

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What changes with each package

All packages include the core tour experience listed above. What changes is your transportation, your service level, and how private or shared the experience feels at the tour location.

Premium

From: $1027

Gold Package

Transportation
Luxury SUV up to 5
Format
Private Tour

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Gold Package
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  • Private luxury SUV reserved for your party
  • Dedicated staff at the tour location for faster service
  • Best fit for premium travelers, couples, and VIP family outings
Choose Golden when comfort, speed, and a more exclusive feeling matter most.

Best Value

From: $816

Silver Package

Transportation
Private van up to 9
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Silver Package
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  • Includes everything in Golden
  • More affordable transportation while keeping the private feel
  • Excellent for families and groups of friends
Choose Silver when you want a private experience with strong value and comfort.

Essential

From: $714

Bronze Package

Transportation
Private van up to 9
Format
Shared Tour

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Bronze Package
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  • Includes the same core experience as Silver
  • Modern van and more accessible package 
  • Shared format at the tour location for better value
Choose Bronze when you want the full day with easier pricing and practical logistics.

Groups

From: $175

Corporate Package

Transportation
Group-scale vehicles
Format
Dedicated service

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  • Designed for larger groups
  • Dedicated logistics for smoother coordination
  • Ideal for company outings, incentive groups, and special events
Choose Corporate when your group needs organized timing, smoother movement, and dedicated operational support.

Itinerary

06:00 am Our professional tour guide will meet you at the hotel to start the day and share interesting facts about the Rio Celeste Waterfall Hike on the way.

08:30 am Rio Celeste Waterfall Hike. Experience the stunning landscapes of Rio Celeste with our guide.

11:30 am Swimming in Rio Celeste. Take a refreshing swim in Rio Celeste’s turquoise waters.

12:30 pm Traditional Costa Rican Lunch. Indulge in authentic Costa Rican cuisine.

01:30 pm Souvenir Shopping. Explore local markets and find unique souvenirs.

05:00 pm Return to the Hotel. Wrap up the day and head back to your hotel.

Making a reservation

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  • Complete the Reservation Form and select your preferred Gold, Silver, Bronze, or Corporate package, where available.

  • 72+ hours before your tour: pay in full or request a 50% PayPal deposit. The remaining balance is due 72 hours before the date.

  • Under 72 hours: full payment may be required.

  • Under 24 hours: If your reservation is within 24 hours, please wait for our confirmation by email before completing your purchase. 100% payment is required and all components are subject to immediate availability.

  • Your reservation is fully confirmed once 100% payment has been received.

  • Because all of our services include private transportation, your reservation can be managed smoothly and reliably.

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What’s Included

  • Private Tour
  • Private Transportation
  • Private Tour Guide
  • Snacks
  • Water
  • Soda
  • Beer
  • Admission fees
  • Lunch
  • 30 minutes stop for souvenir shopping.
  • Insurance

What to bring

  • Passport (copies are valid)
  • Camera (waterproof case is recommended)
  • Swimming suits (swimming outside of the National Park)
  • Small backpack to carry water and snacks.
  • Water shoes or sandals
  • Hiking or tennis shoes
  • Rain Jacket (most chances of rain in May – November)
  • Towel
  • Change of cloth
  • Mosquito repellent
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Hat
  • Extra money to buy in local businesses.

Quick facts

  • Duration: 11 hours. This may vary depending on traffic and how busy the attractions are.
  • Park opens every day!
  • Blue color best seen from December – April.
  • Most chances of rain May – November.
  • Skill level: Medium – Hard
  • Suitable for the kids over 5
  • Suitable for the elderly: Depending on the physical condition
  • Available every day
  • Must be in good physical condition.
  • Pregnancy: No
  • Limited wheelchair access to get a taste of the rainforest.
  • Wildlife sightings not guaranteed
  • We run our tours out in the sun and the rain!

Why this combo

Experience the wonder of Costa Rica’s natural beauty with the BestToursCR Rio Celeste Waterfall Hike. Hike through the lush tropical rainforest and discover the stunning blue waterfall, a result of a very interesting visual effect. Take a short 2-hour hike to the Rio Celeste Waterfall or a longer 3-hour hike to see all of the park’s main attractions, including the Mysteries of Tenorio Trail, La Laguna Azul (Blue Lagoon), Los Borbollones (Natural hot springs), and El Teñidero. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to see the breathtaking blue color change at El Teñidero. Make your Costa Rican vacation unforgettable with BestToursCR, the best option for things to do in Guanacaste.

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Choose the package that fits your group: Gold, Silver, Bronze and  Corporate. Confirm your preferred date, and reserve your spot. This page should make it easy to understand the experience and easy to take the next step.

Yeudy Morera

BestToursCR recommendations are informed by Yeudy Morera’s 25+ years of local guiding experience, first-hand visits to attractions, and ongoing research. BestToursCR operates independently of hotels and attraction operators and coordinates services with trusted local providers where required.