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The
Volcanos and Cloud Forest region offers many splendid activities
as well as some breathtaking views.
Visit the active Arenal Volcano and its steamy Tabacon
hot springs while witnessing the flowing lava and the thundering
of its eruptions.
Hike the many trails at the base of the volcano while you
encounter howler monkeys and wild boars.
Hike down to the La Fortuna Waterfall and take a swim in
this breathtaking place surrounded by forest and wildlife.
The Arenal Lake offers optimal weather for windsurfing
or visit the Monteverde Reserve for some of the most beautiful
nature in Costa Rica.
San
José to Arenal Volcano: take PanAmerican Highway
west past International Airport towards Naranjo & San Ramón...
turn off at San Ramóm and follow the volcano sign north
towards La Tigra & Chachagua to La Fortuna & Arenal.
From ARENAL to MONTEVERDE CLOUD FOREST PRESERVE
(drive time 3 ½ hrs; from
Arenal drive around the lake to Tilarán take the road south-
part of the road is not asphalted so we advise the use of 4- wheel
drive vehicle).
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ARENAL OBSERVATORY
LODGE,
is 1.7 miles from the Arenal Volcano & surrounded
by thounsands of acres of incredible rainforest. The lodge
offers visitors a rare opportunity to view one of the
world´s most active volcanos. It boasts the best night-time
volcano-watching being the closest lodging to the volcano,
(for this reason the Smithsonian Institute maintains its
Observation Post here !). The lodge is set in its own
rainforest reserve adjoining the Arenal National Park
&offers comfortable
rooms, jacuzzi, hearty meals & a variety of
activities (hiking. Horseback riding, etc.
Prices: mid-range.
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TABACON GRAND SPA THERMAL RESORT offers
114 fully appointed rooms in five different categories,
some of them with an execptional volcano view, natural
thermal springs, pools, and waterfalls as well as indoor
Jacuzzi. Great place to refresh your body & soul
with therapeutic masages and treatments. Excellent restaurants
and bars. We highly recommend advance reservations at
this resort to ensure availability. Tel: (506) 519-1990.
Entrance to the Therminal Springs is included in your
room rate!
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FOURTRAX ADVENTURE: drive
an ATV through the area’s back-roads, banana
& fruit plantations, & into the forest to
swim in a natural pool & visit a spectacular
waterfall, all the while admiring Arenal Volcano’s
ominous presence. Continue on to visit a Butterfly
Farm. Tel: 479-8444.
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COCO
LOCO Arts
& Cafe; the setting for this quaint Bistro
is idyllic (a heliconia farm). On offer is one of Costa
Rica`s finest selections of pottery, indigenous crafts,
ceremonial masks, marble & rosewood carvings: A new
art gallery shows tropical paintings by the german owner,
Ruth & local artists. Delicious fresh snacks & natural
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ECO LODGE RESORT & HOTEL
was created to preserve the
enviroment and offer a true ecotourism program.
Sourrounded by 250 hectaces of primary forest and 50
more of secondary forest, this cozy place is between the
Arenal and Tenorio Volcanoes National Parks giving the
hotel an extensive array of activities to offer their
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The Lodge offers Garden View rooms and the
more spacious Cabins with Arenal lake and
Volcano views.
The Restaurant on site specializes in Local and
Int'l cuisine and the Bar offers a place to have a
drink and relax after a wonderful day of activities.
To reserve call: (506) 289-6060 Hotel: (506)
694-4480
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