Bajos del Toro · about 6 hours · moderate
Vuelta del Cañón Waterfall: guided hike and ATV ride
A two-hour ATV ride, then a guided hike of four hours or more to the Vuelta del Cañón waterfall near Bajos del Toro, a quiet spot in the forest that photographers and nature lovers come back for.
Tour at a glance
The route
How the day goes
ATV on farm trails
Two hours on mountain trails and pastures, with fruit, water and photos.
Into the forest
With your guide you follow a forest trail towards the river, looking out for birds and plants along the way.
The waterfall
You reach the Vuelta del Cañón waterfall with time to rest, enjoy the view and take photos.
Back, or lunch
You hike back with your guide; in the lunch version a traditional meal is waiting at the end.
Included
- ATV ride of about 2 hours with a guide
- Specialist guide for the hike
- Seasonal fruit and water
- Photos with your phone · lunch in the lunch option
What to bring
- Hiking shoes or sandals with good grip
- Quick-dry clothes and a rain jacket
- Sunscreen and insect repellent
- Water, snacks and a change of clothes
More waterfalls
Other hikes in Bajos del Toro
Quebrada Gata Waterfall
ATV ride plus a demanding guided hike into a volcanic canyon, with river crossings and a turquoise waterfall. Lunch option available.
Blue Falls of Costa Rica
ATV ride and access to marked trails leading to a series of blue waterfalls, explored at your own pace. Lunch option available.
Catarata del Toro
ATV ride plus a guided visit to one of the region’s most iconic waterfalls, dropping into an extinct volcanic crater. Lunch option available.
Canyoning in Gata Media
A technical descent with rappels, natural pools and waterfalls, led by a certified guide. Minimum two people.
Before you book
Frequently asked questions
It is in the Bajos del Toro area of Alajuela, in the mountains of Costa Rica’s Northern Zone. The tour starts with the ATV ride in Venecia de San Carlos, and we send the exact meeting point on WhatsApp.
Moderate. It is a guided forest hike of four hours or more, with slopes and muddy stretches. You need to be comfortable walking for several hours; your guide sets the pace and stops for breaks.
Yes. The tour is designed for photography and nature lovers, with time at the waterfall to set up your shots. Your guide also takes photos with your phone during the ATV ride.
Yes. The Vuelta del Cañón + lunch version adds a traditional Costa Rican meal after the hike. Ask for it when you write to us on WhatsApp.
The tour runs in light rain, with muddier trails. If rain makes the river or the trail unsafe, we offer you another date or a full refund.
You can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before the tour starts. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before, or no-shows, are not refunded.
Book on WhatsApp
Tell us your dates and we will plan the day
One message on WhatsApp is enough. We reply with availability, rates and what to bring.