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May 1, 2024 · Arenal Volcano. Arenal is, in our opinion, Costa Rica’s most spectacular volcano. Standing at a lofty 1,633 meters (5,358 feet), this cone-shaped giant can be seen for miles around, but it’s worth the effort to get a closer look. Two of the best options for hiking are the Arenal 1968 Trail and Mirador El Silencio.
March 31, 2023. By Paradise Catchers. A perfect blend of nature, adventure, and leisure, La Fortuna is one of the most popular destinations in Costa Rica. Think of waterfalls, wildlife, volcanoes, hot springs, zip lining, hanging bridges, lakes, caves, or rafting, and you will find it here!
- La Fortuna Waterfall. La Fortuna Waterfall sits just outside town and is popular with travelers and locals looking to cool off in the impressive natural pools.
- El Salto Rope Swing. True to its name (Salto means ‘jump’ in Spanish), the El Salto rope swing is the perfect place to jump into the beautiful blue water below.
- Arenal Volcano National Park. The national park where the Arenal Volcano sits is one of the absolute must things to do in La Fortuna, Costa Rica. It’s also the country’s most active volcano, with lava flowing continuously since its eruption in 1968.
- Hot Springs, La Fortuna. The active volcano in La Fortuna makes it a hotspot for geothermal activity. This means there are lots of Hot Springs in La Fortuna to choose from, all of which are between a comfortable 35-38 degrees.
Nov 24, 2023 · How to Plan the Perfect Trip to La Fortuna, Costa Rica. La Fortuna is the ultimate wellness destination in Costa Rica. By Lauren P. Reyes. Updated on November 24, 2023. In This Article.
Mar 1, 2024 · Day 1: Canopy tour in the morning and whitewater rafting Class iii rapids for a full day of adventure. (If you do not want to zipline, do a full day whitewater rafting Class iv rapids instead). Day 2: Stand up paddle board at Lake Arenal in the morning. Afternoon relax and go to the natural hot springs in the evening.
Costa Rica, Central America. For most of its history, La Fortuna has been a quiet agricultural town, about 4 miles (6km) from the base of Cerro Arenal (Arenal Hill). In 1968, Arenal erupted violently after nearly 400 years of dormancy and buried the small villages of Pueblo Nuevo, San Luís and Tabacón. Suddenly, tourists from around the world ...
La Casona is located near the park headquarters (both are about 7km from the park entrance) in the Sector Santa Rosa. The original building was burned down in 2001 by poachers who were involved in another war, this one with park rangers.
