Until the late 1960’s, local people called this imposing giant Cerro Arenal, as there was very little to indicate that under the tree covered slopes lay the sleeping power of a volcano. But all that changed in 1968 when after a series of earthquakes the volcano blew, sending shock waves that were recorded as far away as the western United States. Now, with its flawlessly conical silhouette, renal Volcano is one of the most active in the world. Most awe-inspiring at night, many local hotels offer excellent views of the eruptions and lava flows.
La Fortuna Town
The hub of many of the area activities, the small picturesque town of La Fortuna is also only about 15 minutes drive from the volcano.
Among the many tours available in the area include the Fortuna Waterfalls. These 230-foot high falls are usually reached by horseback, then a short, but demanding hike down to the bottom pools where one can enjoy the cool spray while picnicking before the return trip.
Cano Negro Wildlife RefugeCano Negro Wildlife Refuge is comprised of the Rio Frio and Cano Negro Lake. The water level in this area grows and shrinks seasonally, allowing for further travel into the marshy landscape during the rainy season. Only 6 kilometers from the Nicaraguan border, this wildlife refuge is a paradise fore naturalists, especially for birders.
Visit Tortuguero National Park, Arenal Volcano, enjoy nature at Monteverde, and relax at the white sanded beaches of Manuel Antonio.
Enjoy the natural beauty Costa Rica beholds while contributing to its conservation! Each hotel is certified in Sustainable Tourism activities. Puerto Viejo, Arenal, Monteverde and Manuel Antonio.
Enjoy navigating in the Tortuguero Canals, catch a glimp of the red lava of Arenal volcano, experience nature in the Monteverde cloudforest and relax at a beautiful tropical beach in Manuel Antonio.
San José, Tortuguero, Puerto Viejo, Sarapiqui, Arenal, Rincón de la Vieja, Playa Samara, Monteverde, Manuel Antonio, San José. Enjoy navigating the Tortuguero Canals, relax at the laid-back village of Puerto Viejo,catch a glimp of the red lava of Arenal volcano, experience Monteverde, discover beaches and more!
Enjoy the thrill of adventure while observing the inmense biodiversity Costa Rica beholds. Adrenaline activities included such as Horseback Rides, Rafting Tours, Canopy and boat Tours. Arenal, Monteverde, Manuel Antonio, Corcovado!
The perfect spot for your family! Visit Tortuguero canals, Sarapiqui rainforest, Arenal volcano, Monteverde cloud forest and the Manuel Antonio national park.
Enjoy exploring and admiring nature at its best at the active Arenal volcano and the Monteverde Cloud Forest. Relax at both Pacific and Caribbean coasts at Puerto Viejo and Tamarindo.
In fact, Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge was created to protect the diverse population of aquatic birds that live and breed in the area.On a boat trip down this river visitors can easily view over 30 of the nearly 100 species of birds found in the area, including the rare American Pygmy Kingfisher and if very lucky, the endangered Jabiru stork. It is also possible to spot 3 of the 4 species of monkeys found in Costa Rica, two and three-toed sloth’s, caimans, turtles and emerald basilisk lizards. Due to the variable water levels, this tour usually begins with a 2-hour drive from La Fortuna to Los Chiles, then a continuation of the trip by boat down the Rio Frio.Visit this area during one of our Self drive packages, select one of the Construction Packages or check out the Hotels in this area.
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