The Guatuzos aborigines discovered the caves.  Limestone rocks, stalactites, stalagmites and corals, form most of the caves. The whimsical stone formations were scupted by an underground river.

The length of the tour into the caves is 1 ½ hour, during this time we will find marine fossils, and also bats, spiders and crickets.

We will walk through the river and waterfalls from the upper part of the cave during our exploration, so we recommend wearing light clothes, hiking shoes and bring an extra set of clothes to be able to change at the end of this Arenal tour.

The equipment for the tour will be provided:

•      Flashlights

•      Helmets

•     Cords

•      Rubber Boots (optional)

•      Transport

•      Bilingual guide (English - Spanish)

•      Water, refreshments and cookies.

•       Entrance fee to the caves.

See the personal Venado Caves photo journal of Trescott, a chiropractor living in Costa Rica: "It was like be born again!"

We pick you up at your hotel at 8: 00 a.m. for the one-hour transfer to the Venado Village. We bring you back at your hotel at 1h pm. We also offer a tour at 1h pm, returning at 6h30 pm.

Price is $39 per person from La Fortuna ( the village near the Volcano ), $45 if staying at Arenal Paraiso, Los Lagos, Montana de Fuego or Tabacon Resort, $53 Arenal Lodge, $59 Observatory Lodge (price vary according to the distance between the hotel and La Fortuna). Half price for kids under 12, free if under 6.

If you would like to reserve this adventure, just tell us for what date, how many people, and what hotel you will be staying at. No advance payment necessary. Write to: venado@monteverdeinfo.com or simply write a note on our reservation form if you are staying in one of the hotels hosted on this site.

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