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La Diana waterfall hike, Bajos del Toro, Costa Rica

Waterfall Hikes · Bajos del Toro, Costa Rica

La Diana A Real Waterfall Hike in Half the Time

Our shortest waterfall hike, done and back in about two hours — a real trail and a real payoff, without giving up half your day. Ideal for arrival or departure days, or as a first taste of the valley.

Duration
2 h
Difficulty
Intermediate
Highlight
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La Diana

Tour

La Diana

Intermediate · 2 h

Group$50
Private$100
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Quick answers

How much does La Diana cost?

$50 per person in a group, or $100 for a private tour — the lowest price of our intermediate waterfall hikes, matching its shorter length. A 50% deposit is required to book (PayPal accepted), with the remaining 50% paid in cash to your guide on the day of the tour.

Why is La Diana only 2 hours when other hikes are 4?

It's simply a shorter trail to a closer waterfall. It's not a shortened version of another hike — it's built to be quick from the start.

Is La Diana worth doing if I only have half a morning?

Yes — it's exactly the tour we recommend when time is tight, whether that's an arrival day, a departure day, or a morning squeezed between other plans.

Can I combine La Diana with another activity the same day?

Yes — its short length leaves plenty of the day free for Pozas Celestes, a Night Walk, or simply time to relax before heading out.

The full waterfall experience, in less time

La Diana exists for one reason: not everyone has four hours to spend on a hike. The trail is genuinely shorter than our other intermediate routes, not a trimmed-down version of one, and it still delivers what people come to Bajos del Toro for — real forest, a real trail, and a real waterfall at the end.

We point people toward La Diana most often on days with limited time: the morning you arrive, the day you're leaving, or when a longer hike simply doesn't fit the schedule. Your guide keeps the same standard of care as our full-length tours — it's just a shorter trail.

Who this hike is for

  • Travelers with limited time — arrival days, departure days, or a tight schedule.
  • Anyone wanting to combine two shorter activities in a single day.
  • First-timers who want a preview of the terrain before committing to a longer hike.

If you have a full morning or afternoon free, Bluefalls or San Fernando make better use of the extra time.

What's included

  • Experienced local guide, English and Spanish.
  • Minimum 2 people per tour.
  • Available every day, departing at 7:00 am.
  • Transport can be added, priced by distance from your accommodation.
  • Professional drone photos and video available on private tours ($250 per person, including tour and lunch).

What to bring

  • Water and a light snack.
  • Light clothing and a change of clothes.
  • Proper closed footwear with grip.
  • Insect repellent.

Important: no tour can be done in open shoes, even on our shortest route.

5-star rated, 30+ reviews

Rated 5 out of 5 on Google by past travelers — see the reviews on our Google Business Profile.

50% deposit to book

Reserve your spot with a 50% deposit by WhatsApp or the contact form — the balance is paid to your guide on the day of the hike.

Frequently asked questions

No — it's a shorter, standalone trail with its own waterfall, not a cut-down version of a longer route. The guiding standard is the same across every tour we run.
Message us with your flight or travel times and we'll do our best to fit La Diana into your schedule — its short length makes this easier than with our longer hikes.
There's a pool at the base suitable for a quick dip, though with the shorter timeframe most groups spend less time swimming than on our longer hikes.
Yes — it's a useful way to get a feel for the terrain and pace before committing to a full 4-hour route like Bluefalls or San Fernando.
Yes — professional drone photos and video are available on private tours for $250 per person, including the tour and lunch.
Light rain doesn't usually affect the tour. Given the short length, your guide can often work around brief showers more easily than on our longer routes.

More waterfall hikes in the valley

Have more time to spare, or want something even shorter? These round out the options.

Short on time, not on experience?

Tell us your dates and schedule and we'll confirm your spot on La Diana.