Tabacon Hot Springs Day Pass
Hot spring pools set in gardens near La Fortuna. Paths between pools include steps and slopes; check the listing for current admission details. Easy–moderate
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Start with the atmosphere you want
Quiet coast
Beaches with space to breathe
Calmer Pacific bays and Caribbean villages where an afternoon swim is the main event.
Tropical gardens
Flowers, birds and short paths
Lodges and reserves where wildlife comes to the garden and the walks stay short.
Forest surroundings
Cloud forest and rainforest calm
Cooler mountain air, mist and the sound of the forest at night.
Comfortable base
One hotel, easy day trips
Unpack once in La Fortuna, then let guides and drivers do the logistics.
How we describe effort
Every activity on this site carries one of three plain labels. They are our editorial summaries based on the operator’s listing, not medical advice.
- Easy Mostly flat, short distances, seated or standing. Boat outings and most hot-spring pools.
- Moderate Paved or gravel trails with some slopes and steps, often 2–3 km. Most hanging-bridge parks.
- Active Uneven, muddy or steep ground, longer walks, or climbing in and out of boats from the beach.
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