La Fortuna
La Fortuna sits below the Arenal volcano and is the country's adventure base: hanging bridges, waterfalls, hot springs fed by the volcano and rafting on nearby rivers. The cone is visible from town on clear mornings. It connects to Monteverde by a jeep-boat-jeep transfer across the lake.
How long to stay
December to April for clear volcano views; wildlife is good year-round.
Typical daily budget
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Best time to go
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Is La Fortuna right for your trip?
Based on what this guide covers, not a score. This is what La Fortuna is known for.
Great for
- Nature
- Family
- Solo
Less of a focus
- History & culture
- Food
- Nightlife
- Couples
- Budget friendly
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Top things to do
Arenal Volcano National Park
Entrance $15 · VerifiedLa Fortuna
A near-perfect volcanic cone with trails over old lava flows and views across Lake Arenal.
La Fortuna Waterfall
Entrance $18 · VerifiedLa Fortuna
A 70 m waterfall reached by around 500 steps into a gorge, with a swimmable plunge pool.
Volcanic hot springs
Entrance $45 · VerifiedLa Fortuna
Thermal river systems heated by Arenal, developed into terraced pools and spas along the main road.
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Popular activities
Hanging bridges canopy walk
Suspension bridge circuit through primary rainforest with a naturalist guide.
Night wildlife walk
Guided evening walk for frogs, snakes and kinkajous.
Whitewater rafting on the Balsa
Class II-III rafting suitable for first-timers.