101. COSTA RICA ( DEUTSCH)- LA FORTUNA- ROADTRIP-

La Fortuna – Costa Rica Travel Guide
Location




In northern Costa Rica, Alajuela Province




About 3–4 hours by car from San José or
Liberia




Famous for the iconic Arenal Volcano






Stunning views of the volcano (active but dormant since 2010)




Trails through rainforest and old lava fields




Popular hikes: Las Coladas Trail,
Mirador Trail




Great for wildlife spotting, photography, and nature walks






Spectacular 70-meter waterfall deep in the jungle




About 500 steps down (and back up!) to the
base




Swimming allowed (cold but refreshing)




Entrance fee: around $18 USD






Thanks to volcanic activity, the area has many natural hot
springs




Popular spots include:




Tabacón (luxury resort with large pools)




Baldi (family-friendly with many pools
and slides)




EcoTermales (quieter, more intimate)




Free springs: Río
Chollín near Tabacón








Ziplining (canopy tours over the rainforest)




Canyoning (rappelling down waterfalls)




Whitewater rafting on the Balsa or Sarapiquí
rivers




Horseback riding to waterfalls or with
volcano views




Kayaking or stand-up
paddleboarding on Lake Arenal






Spot sloths, toucans, coatis, poison dart frogs




Guided jungle tours available, day and night




Visit Ecocentro Danaus, a small ecological
reserve for animal encounters






Wide range from budget hostels to
luxury resorts with volcano views




Romantic lodges with private hot springs for couples




Family-friendly hotels with pools and tour services






Plenty of restaurants in downtown La Fortuna




Try the traditional Casado dish (rice,
beans, meat or fish, salad)




Also international cuisine and cozy cafés available






Dry season: December – April best weather




Rainy season: May – November lush green
but sometimes wet




Weather can be changeable – bring a raincoat and sunglasses!






Hiking shoes or sturdy sneakers




Swimsuit and towel




Rain jacket or poncho




Insect repellent




Sunscreen, water bottle, camera