Soaking in Arenal's Volcanic Hot Springs

We loaded up and drove to Tabacon Thermal Resort, home of Arenal's famous mineral hot springs. I had visited in 1993 (totally by accident), the first year it opened. We had driven to Arenal and, while we were exploring, had happened upon this unusual spot. Back then, there was hardly anyone there and I can still remember slipping into the warm waters, lying back with a large drink in my hand, and watching hummingbirds flit overhead as red streams of lava coursed down the volcanic slope. I hoped it hadn't changed too much.

Last updated: Oct 21, 2023