General Information:
Location: 130 kms. northwest of San Jose
Weather: Moderate (low 80’s), cooler in the evenings. The rainy season runs May-November.
Temperature: 67-88° F year round,
see La Fortuna climate
Altitude: La Fortuna is 350 feet above sea level
Learn more about the Northern Tourism Region
Read ourTravel Blogs about La Fortuna and Arenal Volcano (June 2007)
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Soaking in natural hot springs and lava viewing are just some of the attractions around Arenal Volcano. Located in the fertile Northern Region, Arenal and La Fortuna* are a three-to-four-hour scenic drive northwest of San José. From top-notch windsurfing and on Lake Arenal to canopy tours in the cloud forest, this unique area offers adventure sports for visitors of all interests.
The bustling town of La Fortuna, with its explosive view of Arenal Volcano, is a hotbed for ecotourism. Wildlife encounters are common on hikes through the nearby Arenal Volcano National Park, where local guides enlighten visitors about the native flora and fauna. Numerous tour operators specialize in adventure sports, such as canyoneering, horseback riding, mountain biking, and exploring the limestone caves of the Venado caverns. Volcano-heated hot springs offer travelers the opportunity to soak weary muscles while enjoying an awe-inspiring view of the volcano.
If a zip line canopy tour sounds a little too daunting, the slow and steady aerial tram is an excellent option. Birders and wildlife enthusiasts will also enjoy the hanging bridges of Arenal where visitors cross a series of suspension and fixed bridges that gradually meander through the treetops, offering panaramic views of Arenal Volcano.
Lava viewing can be hit or miss, with unpredictable clouds rolling in at a moments notice, obscuring Arenal's near-perfect cone. This is most common during the wet season, May through November, although clear nights are still possible. Visitors that desire a perfect, cloudless evening are encouraged to stay at least one week. With no shortage of activities for both the adventurer and wildlife enthusiast, this shouldn’t be a problem.
*Arenal / La Fortuna was our Featured Destination in July 2007
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