Featured Destination July 2007

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Arenal & La Fortuna

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 3.5 hour scenic drive northwest of San José. From windsurfing and fishing 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.... Read more

 

Highlights of Arenal & La Fortuna

Lake Arenal

 Places to See

With an average of 22 eruptions every day, Arenal Volcano attracts thousands of visitors each year. Other popular attractions include the pristine....Read More

CanyoneeringThings to Do

  • Canyoneering

  • Volcano Hikes

  • Mountain Biking

  • Whitewater Rafting

  • Canopy Tours and Aerial Trams

  • Bird and Wildlife Watching

  • Horseback Trips

  • Freshwater Fishing

La Fortuna is an excellent base to explore the Arenal region. Several tour companies in town cater to eco-adventures and offer everything from volcano hikes to adrenaline-fueled canyoneering excursions where visitors rappel down a series of tropical waterfalls in a rainforest canyon...Read More

Pool with Lake View

Places to Stay

Travelers in search of comfortable accommodation will be pleasantly surprised by the variety of hostels, hotels and resorts in La Fortuna. Backpackers will appreciate the smaller, family-run hostels which are located near the center of town. The majority of even the cheapest hotels offer tours, laundry service and internet access to their guests. Mid-range options are becoming more popular and several new hotels .... Read More

Sunset over Lake Arenal

 Travel Blogs

The costarica.com team spent two weeks exploring the Arenal area. Read our experiences with tours, adventure sports and hotels in our informative Blogs. 

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