I was excited, if a little nervous, to visit the Venado Caverns today. The idea of ancient, wet rocks and sleeping bats intrigued me, but I wondered if I would feel claustrophobic. Several people had warned me that a sudden fear could envelop me; in fact, Noelia, who had been one of my guides to Rio Celeste, had told me that she can’t explore the caverns because of sudden-onset claustrophobia. I didn’t believe it would happen to me, but I was prepared for the possibility.
Alfredo, one of the Desafio guides who accompanied me to Rio …
Location: Arenal and La Fortuna, Northern Region »
Activities: Bird & Wildlife Watching, Caving, Spelunking »
I woke up and practically bounced out of bed. Today, after a volcano hike, I would head to Baldi Hot Springs and, finally, to a highly-awaited and much anticipated spa treatment at Montana de Fuego’s En Gadi Spa. I felt like a kid in the weeks leading up to her birthday: nervous, excited and more than ready for it to be time already.
The bus picked me up at 8:15 sharp, and I introduced myself to my friends for the day, two Italian men and a family of four from California. I hadn’t had many opportunities …
Location: Arenal and La Fortuna, Northern Region »
Activities: Day Spas, Hiking, Hot Springs, Volcanoes »
I awoke to sun shining in my window, muscles screaming from yesterday’s mega hike, and excitement for the day’s activities. For the last time, I admired the view of Arenal from my hotel’s grounds. After breakfast, I hopped into the Canoa Aventura van.
On the itinerary for today: Arenal’s Hanging Bridges, a hike to La Fortuna Waterfall, a hike through El Silencio Private Reserve, a stop at a lava viewpoint, and dinner and relaxation at Ecotermales hot springs. Jorge would be my guide for the next 14 hours, and after we introduced ourselves, we were on …
Location: Arenal and La Fortuna, Northern Region »
Activities: Bird & Wildlife Watching, Hiking, Hot Springs, Volcanoes, Waterfalls »
