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.
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 · Wildlife night walk (sloths, frogs)
Spend the morning on the highlight, then in the afternoon or evening: whitewater rafting the balsa river.
Day 5 · Soak in volcanic hot springs
Spend the morning on the highlight, then in the afternoon or evening: la fortuna waterfall hike.
Day 6 · Hanging bridges and zip lines
Spend the morning on the highlight, then in the afternoon or evening: arenal volcano trails.
Day 7 · Last morning & departure
Squeeze in one more before you go — wildlife night walk (sloths, frogs) if you have time — then head to the airport.
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