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Embark on an exhilarating intermediate mountain biking tour along Costa Rica's scenic Lake Arenal, traversing rainforests and backroads. This active half-day adventure provides high-quality bikes, helmets, gloves, round-trip transportation, an expert guide, and a refreshing snack. Riders will enjoy a balanced physical workout with opportunities to spot local wildlife amidst breathtaking scenery. The tour offers varying routes, each over 13 kilometers, promising a memorable exploration of the region.
Biking along the Lake Arenal road is a great way to take in the beauty of one of the most scenic places in Costa Rica. Imagine riding along the back roads through the countryside and jungle.
The day starts off when you are picked up from your Arenal area hotel. A transfer will be provided to the lake where your guide will choose the best route for the day, equip you with a bike and helmet and then provide a brief safety and operational course.
There are a variety of factors that can affect the guides decision on which route to take including weather and traffic, which can both significantly affect this tour. One version of the tour includes a ride through the unpaved backroads near Lake Arenal to El Castillo. The other version is on the paved lake road along the northern side of the lake. Each version is over 13 kilometers and the altitude gain will be between 280 – 800 feet depending on the chosen route. Needless to say, this can be considered strenuous for riders that do not bike often.
The scenery is breathtaking at both locations and you may be able to spot wildlife such as howler monkeys, coatis, toucans or egrets. You will pass by farms, hills and jungle. The volcano can be seen on clear days from various vantage points.
After the tour you will be returned to your La Fortuna hotel. In addition to transportation, you will be provided with a quality bike, helmet, gloves, guide and snack.
Clothes that can get dirty, secure shoes, camera, sunscreen.
Quality bikes, gloves, helmet, transportation, guide, and drinks.
Available in: Arenal, Arenal Zone 2, Arenal Zone 3
Tour space is generally available when requested more than two days in advance and remains subject to confirmation.
Latitude: N 10° 28' 12.01" (10.470004)
Longitude: W 84° 46' 22.48" (-84.772911)
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Before you go
The Lake Arenal mountain biking tour includes high-quality bikes, helmets, gloves, round-trip transportation from your Arenal area hotel, an expert guide, and a refreshing snack.
This is an intermediate-level ride, covering over 13 kilometers with an altitude gain between 280-800 feet, depending on the chosen route. It can be considered strenuous for riders who do not bike often.
During the Lake Arenal biking tour, you may have the possibility to observe wildlife such as howler monkeys, coatis, toucans, or egrets in the surrounding trees and jungle.
For the Lake Arenal biking tour, it is recommended to bring clothes that can get dirty, secure shoes, a camera, and sunscreen.
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