La Fortuna, Costa Rica

Volcan Arenal is the country’s top rated tourist attraction and is indeed a sight to behold. A charming and quiet town, La Fortuna is easily accessible from the capital city San Jose, and offers some panoramic views of the spectacular Arenal, Costa’s Rica’s most active volcano.

Landscape: Hot Springs, Volcano, Mountains
Attractions: Arenal Volcano, Hot Springs, Lake Arenal, Waterfalls
Activities: natural hot springs; accommodations of all types.
Caters to: Travelers, Couples/Honeymooners, Families, Nature Lovers

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Over the last few years in particular, La Fortuna has become quite a bustling town. However, there are plenty of accommodations, hotels and resorts here to suit every budget. A must try when in La Fortuna are the amazing resort spas surrounding the volcano. When in town try and stay in the main plaza area, as the hotel rooms here offer some of the best views of the Volcan Arenal in the distance. On a clear day you can watch the volcano erupt and if you wait for nightfall, the Arenal puts on a brilliant show with bright red rocks tumbling down its sides.

Beside the volcano, this town has other great tourist attractions like the La Catarata de la Fortuna, a breathtakingly beautiful waterfall that falls from a dizzying height of 70 meters. A stunning sight to see and a lovely short trek away, this beautiful waterfall makes for a picture perfect moment.

Another key attraction nearby are the Tabacon Hot Springs in the area, where one can go to relax and unwind after a long tiring vacation. Set amidst stunning lush greenery, rare orchids and superb waterfalls, the Tabacon Hot Springs is among the many here that offer the ultimate indulgence for those who just want some peace and quiet.

For the more Adventurous person, this region of the country has plenty to offer. White water rafting, hiking excursions, kayaking, canoeing, fishing, horseback riding, canopy tours and Caño Negro Boat Tours are just some of the many activities that one can enjoy while you are here.

La Fortuna has the airport which is nearest to the Arenal Volcano, though many visitors arrive via auto mobile, to the resorts and hotels in La Fortuna.

ARENAL IS OFTEN CITED BY SCIENTISTS AS BEING IN THE TOP TEN OR TOP 20 OF THE WORLD’S MOST ACTIVE VOLCANOES.