La Fortuna de San Carlos Trip Overview
This hike at the base of the magestic Arenal Volcano allows for the best views of the mountain and lake, as well as it provides the chance to walk through old lava flows now converted on a trail of rocks perfectly designed for reaching the nicest observation points.
After a nice hike is through the relaxing waters of the natural hot springs awaits you as well as a really good dinner!
Additional Info
Duration: 6 hours
Starts: La Fortuna de San Carlos, Costa Rica
Trip Category: Outdoor Activities >> Hiking & Camping
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What to Expect When Visiting La Fortuna de San Carlos, Province of Alajuela, Costa Rica
This hike at the base of the magestic Arenal Volcano allows for the best views of the mountain and lake, as well as it provides the chance to walk through old lava flows now converted on a trail of rocks perfectly designed for reaching the nicest observation points.
After a nice hike is through the relaxing waters of the natural hot springs awaits you as well as a really good dinner!
Itinerary
We know that one of your main interests when visiting the Arenal area is to visit the imposing Volcano and we’ll take you there and show you all the right trails, see the lava paths, the rainforest around the base of the volcano to spot animals like monkeys and sloths and colorful birds.
You will notice the different life areas as you go up until you reach the big stones that the volcano used to threw, this is as far as allowed to go up on the volcano. Up there you’ll have breathtaking views, the closeness at the volcano is incredible, next to it you will see the Arenal lake, it’s lush and exuberant rainforest surrounding it all and the experience of learning so many fun and interested facts of the volcano is one of a kind.
After a nice hike, a short drive will place you to the hot springs resort of your choosing among: Tabacon, Los Perdidos, Baldi EcoTermales and Paradise Hot Springs where you will relax at the hot, natural pools with different scenarios and many pools.
Take advantage of the opportunity to bath at the many pools these resorts offer and feel how the minerals work up around your body making you feel just in a fantastic mood!
Dinner is served and included.