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Plan a Trip to La Fortuna
Volcano views, hot springs, and rainforest zip lines
La Fortuna sits beneath the cone of Arenal Volcano, ringed by hot springs, waterfalls, and cloud forest. It’s the adventurous, wildlife-rich heart of Costa Rica’s pura vida.
BEST TIME
December–April (dry season)
TYPICAL BUDGET
$1,100–$2,200 per person for a week
Top things to do in La Fortuna
- Soak in volcanic hot springs
- La Fortuna Waterfall hike
- Hanging bridges and zip lines
- Arenal Volcano trails
- Wildlife night walk (sloths, frogs)
- Whitewater rafting the Balsa River
A sample La Fortuna itinerary
1
Volcano & falls
Arenal trails and the La Fortuna waterfall.
2
Canopy day
Hanging bridges, zip lines, and wildlife.
3
Hot springs
Rafting in the morning, thermal soak at night.
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Good to know
💡 Pack a rain jacket year-round — the rainforest earns its name.
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