La Fortuna de San Carlos Trip Overview
Nature is not a luxury, but a necessity of the human spirit, as vital as bread or water. Hanging Bridges, La Fortuna Waterfall and relaxing hot springs – Nature that’s Pura Vida!
Additional Info
Duration: 8 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
Nature is not a luxury, but a necessity of the human spirit, as vital as bread or water. Hanging Bridges, La Fortuna Waterfall and relaxing hot springs – Nature that’s Pura Vida!
Itinerary
The day will start a hike down the stepped path of high basaltic rock walls, taking about 15 minutes to reach the beautiful La Fortuna Waterfall, where you can swim or just take pictures and enjoy its beauty. Lunch is the next step, a delicious traditional meal will be waiting for you in our restaurant “La Finquita”, near downtown La Fortuna. After lunch you will have the opportunity to rest a little before we begin our hike of the Arenal Hanging Bridges. We will walk a 3 km (2 mile) circuit with 16 bridges ranging from 5 to 100 meters (16 to 328 ft.) and up to 60 meters high (196 ft.). This spectacular piece of primary rainforest is home to many species of birds, plants, reptiles, mammals, and insects which our naturalist guide will help you to locate among the dense vegetation. After the hiking, your body will need a rest and your energy will need restoring, so one more stop in necessary. A 2-hour visit to the relaxing hot springs will be the perfect end to the day, before returning to your hotel.
