What is included in the Lake Arenal kayaking tour?

The Lake Arenal kayaking tour includes round-trip transportation from your local hotel, high-quality kayaking equipment, an expert guide, and a refreshing snack.

How long is the Lake Arenal kayaking tour?

The kayaking tour on Lake Arenal involves approximately two to three hours on the water, with a total duration of around four hours including transfers.

What should I bring for kayaking on Lake Arenal?

For your Lake Arenal kayaking adventure, it is recommended to bring clothes that can get wet, sandals, a waterproof camera, and sunblock.

Is the Lake Arenal kayaking tour suitable for beginners?

Yes, this easy-paced kayaking tour on Lake Arenal is designed for all skill levels. While not highly physically demanding, it does require some shoulder and arm strength to maneuver the sit-on-top kayaks.

Kayaking on Lake Arenal

Arenal ・ Arenal Zone 2 ・ Arenal Zone 3

From

$83

Per Person

Overall

93%

12 Guest

Ratings

Good to Know

Experience the serene beauty of Lake Arenal on an easy-paced kayaking tour, perfect for all skill levels. Glide across tranquil waters, framed by emerald mountains, with the majestic Arenal Volcano as your backdrop. This expedition includes round-trip transportation, high-quality gear, an expert guide, and a refreshing snack, ensuring a seamless adventure. Discover the rainforest's tranquility from a unique perspective.

If you enjoy sit on top kayaking you will love kayaking on Lake Arenal. Imagine gliding across a lake surrounded by emerald green colored mountains and a volcano in the background!

After being picked up from your local area hotel you will be brought to the scenic Lake Arenal. Your guide will provide you with a life jacket and brief safety and instructional course. Then you will be on your way gliding across the beautiful lake.

Lake Arenal was dammed in the 1970s to produce electricity for the country. It is now three times the size of the original lake with a total area of 85 kilometers sq or 33 miles sq. There are a handful of islands. Beautiful natural scenery surrounds the lagoon. The gigantic Arenal Volcano can be seen to the east of the lake on clear days. The Talamanca Mountains rise to the south providing an emerald green picture perfect backdrop.

The tour will take you across the eastern portion of the lake. You will pass by the dam and then into a few backwater estuaries. If time permits you will also stop at an island or two. The guides will always go at group speed and you are expected to be on the water for about two to three hours with a total tour duration of around four hours including transfers.

While this is not a highly physically demanding kayaking tour such as whitewater kayaking, it does require shoulder and arm strength to maneuver the sit on top kayaks which can be susceptible to cross winds and choppy water on the lake.

After the tour you will be returned to your local area hotel. In addition to transportation this tour includes guide, equipment and snack.

Highlights

Kayaking on Lake Arenal
Possibility of seeing Arenal Volcano from an angle that few are privileged enough to see

What to Bring

Clothes that can get wet, sandals, waterproof camera, and sunblock.

Includes

Transportation, equipment, guide, and snacks.

Location and Availability

Available in: Arenal, Arenal Zone 2, Arenal Zone 3

Tour Times

08:00, 13:00

Tour Type

Adventure
Nature

Location

Lattitude: N 10° 28' 27.21" (10.474224)
Longitude: W 84° 45' 50.65" (-84.764069)

Recent Reviews

Overall

93%

Expectations

91%

Experience

92%

Guides

90%

Logistics

93%

Value

91%

3/8/2020

he did a great job cutting our pineapple

12/2/2019

The tour filled a rainy morning. It was fine but not exceptional.

8/18/2018

Very serene and beautiful sights

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the Lake Arenal kayaking tour?: The Lake Arenal kayaking tour includes round-trip transportation from your local hotel, high-quality kayaking equipment, an expert guide, and a refreshing snack.
How long is the Lake Arenal kayaking tour?: The kayaking tour on Lake Arenal involves approximately two to three hours on the water, with a total duration of around four hours including transfers.
What should I bring for kayaking on Lake Arenal?: For your Lake Arenal kayaking adventure, it is recommended to bring clothes that can get wet, sandals, a waterproof camera, and sunblock.
Is the Lake Arenal kayaking tour suitable for beginners?: Yes, this easy-paced kayaking tour on Lake Arenal is designed for all skill levels. While not highly physically demanding, it does require some shoulder and arm strength to maneuver the sit-on-top kayaks.