Arenal Springs

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Ecotermales hot springs

Though La Fortuna is dotted with various hot springs complexes, we particularly like the more tranquil setting of Ecotermales, located four kilometres outside the town. The five thermal pools here of vary in temperatures and are surrounded by dense rainforest, offering more of a connection with nature. Visitor numbers are limited to 100 people in each of the three daily visiting slots, and the price of this tour includes return transfers from your hotel.

La Fortuna Waterfall & Chocolate Tour

Your tour today will begin with a 2 hour 'chocolate experience' where you will learn about the production of one of Central America's most famous exports, from the harvesting of the fruit to the drying and grinding of the cacao bean, right through to sampling some of the finished product! You will then transfer to La Fortuna waterfall for a gentle hike to enjoy the views and perhaps take a refreshing swim in its natural pool.

Arenal mountain biking

Your mountain biking excursion today will begin with a relaxing ride through tropical forest on a paved road, along the old route that used to connect the Arenal Dam with the main entrance to the volcano national park. From here you will continue towards the village of El Castillo, biking on a quiet road surrounded by dense forest and cattle farms, where you may be able to hear the distant calls of toucans and howler monkeys. Depending on the conditions and preferences of the rest of the group, the final section of cycling make take you across the dam and along a scenic stretch along the north shore of Lake Arenal. The maximum distance covered on this excursion is eight miles and it is suitable for all abilities.

Sloth Tour

Arenal area is well known for its diverse wildlife, including the two different sloth species; the two-toed sloths and three-toed sloths. Black eye patches and “smiling” mouths distinguish Costa Rica’s docile three-toed sloths, while the larger two-toed variety have white-ringed faces, brown snouts and shaggy coats. Sloths are especially unique in that they spend nearly their entire lives hanging upside down in a tree; they sleep, eat, mate and even give birth upside down! With your certified naturalist guide, an expert at locating wildlife and extremely knowledgeable in their field you will go on a search for these beautiful animals around La Fortuna's beautiful Sloth spotting areas, you will also have a chance encounter of toucans, red blue jeans poison dart frogs, hummingbirds, iguanas and monkeys.

Arenal 1968 Reserve

A great alternative to the busy Arenal Volcano National Park, the Arenal 1968 Reserve takes its name from the most devastating eruption of the volcano in living memory. Though the 1968 eruption claimed 78 lives (and a small shrine can be found here commemorating the victims), the hiking trails in this reserve cover completely safe designated areas of beautiful national park through lush forests leading to a section of original volcanic lava flows. You’ll also be able to enjoy some wonderful views of the lake, before finishing the walk at the main observatory. Enjoy a drink and snack before transferring back to your hotel.