A Day at Blue River Resort Hot Springs and Spa

All the peace and serenity you desire, surrounded by lush jungle paradise, unspoiled and overflowing with nature’s beauty. No, it’s not a dream but a dream destination. Blue River Resort and Hot Springs and Spa is the Costa Rican experience you’ve been waiting for. 

Located just an hour’s drive from the Costa Rican city of Liberia, in the mountain rain forest region, Blue River Resort Hot Springs and Spa offers everything you need for your perfect one-of-a-kind getaway. From tours and wellness adventures to fun at the Dino Park there’s something everyone can enjoy. Let’s take a look at the many ways you can spend a day at Blue River Resort Hot Springs and Spa. 

Awaken to the sounds of nature all around you as you greet the day. Take a peek out your cabana window and gaze at the Rincon de la Vieja volcano high above the resort or perhaps see the resident family of sloths who live within our botanical gardens. Stretch and get ready for a morning yoga session that will relax your mind and prepare you for your day of adventure.

Our custom yoga sessions combine a series of disciplines with traditional yoga practices, including pilates, functional exercises and movements to increase and improve mobility. Under the guidance of a trained professional and surrounded by the serene beauty of the rainforest, your tailored one hour yoga session centers you and strengthens your body with each movement. You’ll feel renewed, revitalized and ready for even more beautiful experiences in a day at Blue River Resort Hot Springs.

Next enjoy breakfast as you prepare for your adventure-filled day. With such enjoyable and unique hikes and tours to choose from you may want a heartier breakfast than usual. Here are just a few of our special and unforgettable hiking experiences.

A hike to Cathedral Waterfalls is sure to awaken your senses to the beauty of this region of Costa Rica. The stunning turquoise waters of the Blue River for which the resort is named, reflects the minerals and volcanic deposits that are suspended in the water. The opaque turquoise water has been described as the most beautiful natural phenomenon in Costa Rica. When you hike to the waterfalls you’ll witness a stunning and powerful combination of wind, water and breathtaking natural wonder.

Prefer to travel on horseback? We offer a hike and horseback riding adventure to the Grand Waterfall. Amble on horseback through pastures, along dirt paths and amid a plantation to arrive at the Grand Waterfalls. Along the way you’ll pass local residents going about their day while they care for the land, livestock and their families. You’ll see exotic wildlife, massive ancient trees and one-of-a-kind flowers and plant life. Swim in the falls and then we’ll take a hike on foot into the rainforest on our quest to view the Río Penjamo, another sight as mystical as it is breathtaking. 

Hike through the rainforest and go back to the Jurassic Age when dinosaurs roamed the earth with our Dino Park experience. These realistic animatronic dinosaurs are life-size and offer a learning experience for kids and their grown-ups alike. Test your skills as a dinosaur tracker and follow the sounds of these prehistoric giants as they bellow. Take your time and stroll the scenic trails between Dino-sightings.

All of our hikes showcase the rich natural beauty and offer the opportunity for our guests to immerse themselves in the stunning mountain rainforest region of captivating Costa Rica. Of course, since you are in a jungle, why not find your inner Tarzan and try a zip line experience? Our zip lines take you high amid the tree canopy and provide views that are truly spectacular. Embark on a thrilling nearly-two mile ride and bear witness to the lush and unique landscape and ecology of our rainforest. 

End your exhilarating experience with a go on our Tarzan swing. The series of eight zip lines carries you through some amazing once-in-a-lifetime sights and it is a proprietary experience exclusive to Blue River Hot Springs. Your safety is our primary concern so please know you will receive instruction from our trained guides so you ride the harnessed zip line safely and securely.

Of course we have “spa” in our name so you know we offer opportunities to enhance your wellness at Blue River Hot Springs. Begin with a soak in our natural mineral-filled green hot spring pools. Listen as the Tibetan healing bowls surround you with sound and vibrations that ripple through the mineral-rich water. Relax all of your senses and immerse yourself in sublime serenity. Reconnect with the tranquil peace your entire being craves with Blue River Hot Springs natural sound healing therapy. 

A volcanic mud mask will purify your skin with nature’s own gifts as it draws out the impurities embedded after years of stress. Say goodbye to toxins and hello to your naturally glowing complexion. 

Deep tissue, Swedish and hot stone massages are available at our spa as well. Soothe tired muscles and take your relaxation to the next level with one of our custom massages. We also invite you to try our foot reflexology massage and find out why this wellness practice is so holistically healing.