Top Things to do in Arenal Volcano National Park
Top Hotels in Arenal Volcano National Park
- 1. Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs
- 2. Nayara Gardens
- 3. Arenal Manoa Resort Hotel & Hot Springs
- 4. Hotel Amor Arenal
- 5. The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort
- 6. Tabacon Thermal Resort & Spa
- 7. Hotel Amor Arenal
- 8. The Springs Resort and Spa
- 9. Noah"s Forest by Tifakara
- 10. Hotel El Silencio del Campo
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The 6 Best Hiking Trails in Arenal Volcano National Park, Province of Alajuela
If waterfalls, hot springs, wildlife and volcanoes are your thing, then Arenal Volcano National Park will take your breath away. One of the world’s most active volcanoes burps tufts of smoke in the background as you make your way through forests and old lava fields. Take a rafting tour or hit the beach, then retire to a comfy hotel.
Restaurants in Arenal Volcano National Park
1. Senderos Los Tucanes
2. Monkey Park La Fortuna
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 36 reviews
Monkey Park was born as a new proposal of educational and interactive experiences with whomever decides to visit us, seen to be the best activity park in the fortune with options for all ages, mixing technology, culture and nature. You are invited to visit, enjoy, and share it with everyone who wants to know, is a magic forest with giant trees and QR codes to scan the whole information of the nature, MONKEY PARK is waiting for you.
3. Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
11km. (7 miles) of well-maintained hiking and mountain biking trails wind through the Arenal Observatory's 870-acre (352-hectare) property. Pass through the rainforest, past waterfalls, and across hanging bridges. Climb one of the tallest observation towers in Costa Rica. Plenty of wildlife lives in the area, including monkeys, anteaters, coatis, frogs, and more than 500 species of birds.
Reviewed By susy505 - Calgary, Canada
What a mesmerizing experience! From the moment you arrive and find yourself with an unparalleled view of the volcano, to the incredibly extensive trails, Arenal Observatory Lodge is a hidden gem you simply cannot miss. Get away from the hubbub of town and explore nature as it should be: raw, vibrant, rich, and all around you. We were there for a couple of days and definitely need to come back! The food was delicious, with a view of exotic and intriguing birds that come to feed right next to us. We hit the trails and climbed atop the tower with a view over the trees, and then relaxed at the spa for a bit of pampering. Just wonderful!
4. Natura Eco Park Costa Rica
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 657 reviews
At Natura Eco Park you will experience the natural world in a whole new way, where beautiful frogs, birds, reptiles, and their natural habitats will have the starring role. Natura is a private Biological Station, where we are concerned at the conservation of habitats, as well as reserach and reproduction of amphibians and reptiles, many of these listed as endangered species by CITES. We are located in a section of the tropical rainforest, at the base of the Arenal Volcano, home to a large quantity of species which, with the help of our guides, will give you a new way to view and enjoy these impressive, complex worlds.
Reviewed By Sabinev500
we spend all day here - Carlos, related to the park, gave us a ride from la fortuna centre till the park for an honest price - Victor, at the park entrance gave us interesting information about the park - we saw a big group of coati's when we took the horse trail ... by foot ... very hard climbing but with the coati's AMAZING - the view on the arenal is wonderful when you are on the lava rocks - unforgettable to meet there the guide Wilmer from last year with another excursion - we have been swimming in the lake which was so relaxing in the middle of nature - the colours of the water: blue and green ... wonderful - see you next year
5. Cerro Chato ANC Park & Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 354 reviews
Green Lagoon Arenal Nature Conservancy Park & Gardens is a private park, trails & gardens preserve within its 400 acre property. It is the closest property to the extinct Cerro Chato Volcano, its crater's green lagoon and the Fortuna Waterfall. There is a $10 fee charge at the Green Lagoon Info Center or at the Green Lagoon Lodge to take this hiking tour. Parking facilities at no cost are available at the lodge. The trails also lead to the Wildlife and Rainforest Preserve within the 400 acre private property. You will have magnificent views to mountains, Arenal Volcano and the Valley of San Carlos here. If you decide to hike to the summit of Cerro Chato, the lagoon or to the view point of Arenal Volcano at the summit, you will do it under your own risk and responsibility.
Reviewed By StephanToronto
We did it in July si it was hot. We had to stop a few times to catch our breath and drink water. For the final strech we followed experienced hikers to give us the motivation. It was all worth it. What sceneray! The trail is rough and steep so you need proper shoes. Coming down is chellenging too because of the rocks and roots. Prepare in advance with proper clothes, food and drinks.
6. Arenal 1968 Volcano View & Trails
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 473 reviews
Enjoy the immersive nature experience provided by our trails over the Lava Flow remains of the 1968 eruption, explore across our intern lake and the forest, either by walking or MTB, that would give you 2 completely different options of this experience. Get amazed by the spectacular views from our viewpoints with 360° sights of the Arenal Volcano and the Arenal Lake.
Reviewed By Z7072VTmarcoc - Santa Cruz, United States
Excellent.. worth it. Even better if you have access to a Mtn Bike as the trails are world class.. I even saw a Jaguarundi (Central American Mountain Lion) on my ride... Great hike with teh family... keep eyes open to see Tucans, Ant Eaters, Sloths, tree-prcupines...
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