La Fortuna de San Carlos Trip Overview
We start with 2 miles hike through trails of solidified volcanic lava and primary rainforest to reach the lookout, which is as close to the Arenal Volcano as you can safely reach. From there, the views of Lake Arenal, the secondary rainforest, and areas devastated by ancient eruptions will be impressive.
Around 11:30 a.m. we will move on to the second point of interest. The 230ft high La Fortuna Waterfall is a breathtaking place, where you can take a refreshing swim or just photograph this magical waterfall and its splendid surrounding.
Around 1:00 p.m., we will enjoy a delicious lunch in a typical food restaurant. Next, around 2:30 p.m., we will make our way to the Hanging Bridges to walk along a trail through the rainforest and across bridges high above the treetops, to observe plants and animals from a different perspective. The 2 miles circuit trail includes 15 impressive hanging and stationary bridges. As night falls, we head to your hotel or to the hot springs.
Additional Info
Duration: 8 to 9 hours
Starts: La Fortuna de San Carlos, Costa Rica
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips
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What to Expect When Visiting La Fortuna de San Carlos, Province of Alajuela, Costa Rica
We start with 2 miles hike through trails of solidified volcanic lava and primary rainforest to reach the lookout, which is as close to the Arenal Volcano as you can safely reach. From there, the views of Lake Arenal, the secondary rainforest, and areas devastated by ancient eruptions will be impressive.
Around 11:30 a.m. we will move on to the second point of interest. The 230ft high La Fortuna Waterfall is a breathtaking place, where you can take a refreshing swim or just photograph this magical waterfall and its splendid surrounding.
Around 1:00 p.m., we will enjoy a delicious lunch in a typical food restaurant. Next, around 2:30 p.m., we will make our way to the Hanging Bridges to walk along a trail through the rainforest and across bridges high above the treetops, to observe plants and animals from a different perspective. The 2 miles circuit trail includes 15 impressive hanging and stationary bridges. As night falls, we head to your hotel or to the hot springs.
Itinerary
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Stop At: La Fortuna Waterfall, Arenal Volcano National Park, La Fortuna de San Carlos 106-4417 Costa Rica
La Fortuna waterfall is a perfect opportunity to see exotic nature, but up-close. The tour guide will help you to spot the different species of birds and different kinds of plants that you will be able to enjoy during the hike. Keep your eye out and bring your camera to take photos of the view. The sounds and the foliage around the waterfall are some simple things that make this visit a unique natural experience. Even if is raining, It is impressive to see the sheer power of the water coming off the rocks. The stairs/trail is well maintained making it suitable for most ages. And don’t forget your bathing suit! Swimming in the cool crystalline waters of the waterfall pool will be one of the highlights and will cool you off from your hike. It is absolutely breathtaking.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Arenal 1968 Volcano View & Trails, 1.5 km al Sur de la interseccion hacia El Castillo, La Fortuna, San Carlos, Alajuela, Arenal Volcano National Park, La Fortuna de San Carlos 21007 Costa Rica
Hiking through the Lava Flow trail from 1968´s eruption, traversing into the rainforest and deep nature, enjoy a remarkable occasion filled with scenic beauty in our 360° viewpotins of the Arenal Volcano accompanied by the breathtaking Arenal Lake.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Arenal Hanging Bridges, Arenal Volcano National Park 21007 Costa Rica
Mistico Hanging Bridges is a 600-acre reserve, filled with lush vegetation and a big variety of wildlife. The trail is about 2 miles long, crosses 10 small bridges and 5 large hanging bridges with lengths between 16 and 328 feet and up to 180 feet high, allowing the exploration of the different levels of the forest (undergrowth, sub-canopy and canopy). The design of the trail has a maximum slope of 7 degrees, there are no steps, they have protection rails, the surface material is Non-slip concrete, so you can walk without difficulty and feel safe even at heights.
Duration: 2 hours
