Travel Attractions in arenal Volcano area
The Arenal Volcano area
Arenal is an active volcano. When it erupted years ago, large areas were buried in lava. Near the volcano is the town of La Fortuna, named for its luck �€“ when the big eruption occurred, it was unharmed, as the other side of the mountain was hit. The town serves as the local tourism base; it has dozens of hotels and motels of various standards and many guided tours leave from there.
I recommend a tour in the forests around the volcano: You will see a view of the volcano (if it isn�€™t covered in clouds, which it often is) and go on a tour to see flora and fauna in the area. Everything is green and beautiful; you get to see monkeys on the trees and with some luck, toucans and other animals as well. Many of the tours start in the afternoon and end with another viewpoint overlooking the volcano.
Another attraction
recommended for evenings is the hot springs near La
Fortuna. There are two hot springs:
Baldi and
Tabacon.
Tabacon are small and more exclusive, while Baldi are
cheaper and more suitable for families and young
travellers. Baldi is made of 25 springs, from 35 to 67
degrees, and has waterfalls and waterslides. It�€™s a very
big, impressive and fun site.
Located short distance from fortuna is
La fortuna waterfalls where you can have a
refreshing swim.
There are even more attractions to choose from around Arenal. It is worth coming back there for them.
Some good attractions are:
Kayaking in Arenal Lake:
Go on a calm kayaking voyage in Arenal lake while watching the volcano and the many wild animals.
A guided visit to a butterfly farm:
During your visit you will see hundreds of colourful butterflies which will fly over your heads, including Costa Rica�€™s beautiful national butterfly.
cycling:
Those who love action and sports may choose a quad bike tour or cycling on mountain bikes around the volcano.
ATV:
Driving ATV is a great fun. In this tour you will have great views to the Arenal Lake and Arenal Volcano and see the wild life and plants in the area.
Canopy
Gliding on ziplines and more adventures at Ecoglide - Arenal Park - Canopy and Tarzan Swing
Vanado Caves:
45 minutes away from Arenal are the Vanado Caves �€“ an exciting and wet experience. A maze of caves and natural tunnels under the earth. You�€™ll walk and crawl through narrow passageways, mazes and rooms as you see the famous shapes in the rocks, the stalactites and the stalagmites.
Recommended hotels in La Fortuna near Arenal Volcano:
Nayara Springs Spa and Gardens
4 Star luxury boutique Hotel and spa with panoramic view of the Arenal Volcano and surrounded by Costa Rican Rainforest. Private bungalows have a private terrace with a 2-person hot tub. Outdoor pool and wet bar. Free parking. Free WiFi in public area.
5 Star adults-only boutique Hotel surrounded by tropical
rainforest. Located just 7 km from La Fortuna Town Centre.
Spa and a large outdoor pool, Free breakfast, fitness
centre, restaurant and bar. Free WiFi and free parking.
Laundry services are included.
Each luxurious suite have
a private thermal pool, a seating area, a flat-screen TV
and a free minibar.
Tabacon Grand Spa Thermal Resort
5 Star Spa and Thermal Resort Featuring hot spring
baths with unlimited access to it. Sauna, massages
services, luxury spa treatments and 5 swimming pools.
Restaurants and bars.
The rooms and suites offer garden
views, air conditioning, flat-screen cable TV, coffee maker
and minibar.
Free WiFi and free valet parking.
Hotel Arenal Kioro Suites & Spa
5 Star Hotel Suites & Spa. Featuring an on-site hot spring
bath, a swimming pool. 2 on-site restaurants. Game room,
business center and a gym. Free Wi-Fi, free parking.
The
suites feature a hot tub, air conditioning, flat-screen
cable TV and a balcony with Arenal Volcano views.
4 Star Hotel. Outdoor pool, spa centre and terraces amid the gardens. 2 restaurants.
The suites are spacious and air conditioned. They also
include a safety box and a balcony offering panoramic views
of the Arenal Volcano. Free WiFi, free parking and Free
breakfast.
4 Star Hotel. Outdoor pool and a restaurant, and views of Arenal Volcano and the garden from all rooms. The property has free parking, a yoga deck, hot springs and On-site restaurant. Free Wi-Fi.
4 Star Hotel. Offering great views of Arenal Volcano, luxurious accommodation set amongst attractive gardens and lakes. Indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a restaurant, its own adventure park and a spring bath. Contemporary suites and bungalows, each has a balcony or terrace, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, a minibar and a bathroom. Free parking.
Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge
Two hours north of Arenal, near the border with Nicaragua, is Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge.
This reserve is considered to be one of the greatest bird-viewing sites in the continent and is home to countless animals, such as monkeys, lizards, alligators and bats.
During the wet season (May to October) the Rio Frio river overflows, creating lakes. You can then tour the area in boat on a very unique tour. The place is relatively far and well-conserved.
Los Chiles is a town 5 km from the border with Nicaragua, from there take a boat down the Rio Frio river with a professional guide who will explain about the local flora and fauna.
At the end of the tour head to the your next hotel in Arenal area (in La fortuna) which has beautiful green scenery (kept fresh year-round by tropical rains), roaring rivers, hot springs, lagoons, natural parks, and wild animals.