For guys taking an adventure getaway to Costa Rica, there is little to compare to the adrenalin rush of rappelling down a canyon wall through a waterfall and rain forest canopy! You can take just such a tour with several adventure guides throughout the country. Here are some of the details of your canyon adventure.

The best canyoneering tour is reported to be the one that is situated close by the Arenal Volcano. Canyoneering is defined as a combination of rappelling into the canyon and hiking through the jungle at the bottom. A total of five rappels will take you past thundering waterfalls into the lush tropical jungle below, for a total descent of about 2000 feet. The final rappel is over 200 feet and goes through a three stage waterfall.

The average time allotted for a canyoneering trip is about three hours and it will include transportation from your resort to the canyon. All equipment is provided and tours are all led by qualified guides. The only things you are required to supply are securely fitted shoes, clothes that are light or somewhat water repellent, as the waterfalls will make you wet. Because of this it is also recommended that you pack a change of clothes so that you can make the return trip in dry attire.

While there is no experience required to take a canyoneering tour, it is recommended that you be in pretty good physical condition.

Since the canyoneering tours take place so close to the arenal Volcano, many travellers also take in a volcano tour before leaving. The Arenal volcano is over 3000 years old and has a height of about 1660 meters. It is the smallest volcano in Costa Rica, and is considered one of the most active volcanoes in the world but statistically safe for touring. Large, dark, and shaped like an inverted cone, the Arenal volcano looks exactly like what everyone pictures a volcano to be. A guided hike of about one and a half hours, will take you to the nearest possible point to view the volcano and the lush jungle that surrounds it. After sunset, you can often see lava glowing in the distance and hear the rumble of lava rock as it tumbles down the mountainside. You can finish off your excursion with a relaxing soak at one of the many hot springs that are also located within a short ride. Truly, no visit to Costa Rica would be complete without a visit to this landmark.