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4-Day La Fortuna Itinerary
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)
BALLPARK
$650–$1,250 per person
Your 4-day La Fortuna itinerary
Day 1 · Arrive & settle in
Land, drop your bags, and ease into La Fortuna with something low-key nearby. Pack a rain jacket year-round — the rainforest earns its name.
Day 2 · Soak in volcanic hot springs
Spend the morning on the highlight, then in the afternoon or evening: la fortuna waterfall hike.
Day 3 · Hanging bridges and zip lines
Spend the morning on the highlight, then in the afternoon or evening: arenal volcano trails.
Day 4 · Last morning & departure
Squeeze in one more before you go — wildlife night walk (sloths, frogs) if you have time — then head to the airport.
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
More detail: the best things to do in La Fortuna →
LOCAL TIP
Pack a rain jacket year-round — the rainforest earns its name.
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