Arenal Volcano Tours. Tours: All tours are guided, with a required 2 person minimum (except for the Fishing and Hot Spring Tours). “El SILENCIO” NATURE HIKE: For an unforgettable evening, enjoy our peaceful “El Silencio” Nature Hike through secondary growth forest and experience jungle sounds and aromas as well as volcanic glows during your walk. In 1989, Arenal had a powerful pyroclastic eruption (a lateral flow of hot gases, rock fragments and ash) that blew out part of the northwest wall of the crater. On the walk to the observation point over the western flank, you can glimpse resident fauna (monkeys, toucans, etc.) as your guide explains the interesting facts about volcanic activity. Later, on the northwestern flank, you’ll enjoy an unobstructed view of Arenal’s activity as you learn the details of its history. The lava seen as black rocks at the start of your hike will begin to glow red after sunset due to their high temperatures. Daily departures from the hotel at 3:30 p.m. Duration: 3 hours. CERRO CHATO VOLCANO: Arenal Volcano’s little big brother, Cerro Chato Volcano, is not as high or as active as its younger sibling, but it is a wonderful destination. Pass through dense rainforest and marvel at the crystalline waters in the crater lagoon or have a dreamy paddle on its mirror surface. After leaving the crater you can climb down to the impressive La Fortuna waterfall and have a rewarding swim at the base of these magnificent falls. Departs from the hotel. Duration: 4 hours. Hike to the crater lagoon. Duration: 6 hours. Hike to the crater lagoon and visit to La Fortuna Waterfall. Tabacon Hot Spring and Lake Arenal. Recommended Hotels and Lodges is home to a healthy population of guapote, a hard-fighting species of South American rainbow bass. Spend the morning with a fly rod or traditional gear and we’ll cook your catch. The Fishing Tour includes four hours on the lake with a guide, gear and snack. Duration: 4 hours. Departs from Arenal Lake at 5:30 a.m. ARENAL HANGING BRIDGES: This amazing project is located near Arenal Volcano in a 250-hectare protected rainforest preserve. In this natural paradise walk a 3-km trail crossing 15 bridges, 6 of which are hanging bridges with a spectacular, secure design. You’ll see nature on the ground, from the understory, and from above the treetops! Enjoy “hanging around” with us on the Arenal Hanging Bridges Tour in the canopy gardens of the rainforest…nature’s last frontier. Duration: 3 hours. Experience the thrill of your life – horseback riding, hiking through the rainforest, and gliding through the treetops from tree to tree and platform to platform using pulleys and harnesses on horizontal cables while admiring natural tropical forest. The rainforest canopy is home to nearly 80 percent of all tropical flora and fauna. Treetop platforms 120 feet up and networks of canopy bridges provide a unique way to enjoy tropical rainforest beauty on this Canopy Tour. Departs from La Fortuna at 8:00 a.m.; 11 a.m.; 1:00 p.m. Duration: 4 hours. ARENAL LAKE KAYAKING: Enjoy a pleasant morning of kayaking on with breathtaking views of Arenal Volcano. On the. Kayaking tour you’ll see different species of birds such as flycatchers, kingfishers, great blue herons and anhingas, and may even hear the howler monkeys as you kayak past. Departs La Fortuna at 8:00 a.m. 1:30 p.m. Duration: 4.5 hours. CANO NEGRO WILDLIFE REFUGE: Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge is one of the richest sites for birding on this continent. Besides the abundant birds, Cano Negro is a showcase of native wetland vegetation and is also home to many exotic animals, such as 3 kinds of monkeys, sloths, caimans, lizards and bats. Our tour to this beautiful region leaves La Fortuna at 7:30 a.m., traveling a little over an hour to Los Chiles, a rustic village just 3 km from the Nicaraguan border where our tour of the Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge wetlands begins. As you start out from La Fortuna your knowledgeable, professional guide will identify the crops, plant life and animal and bird species along the way, filling you in on the native Costa Ricans of this region. Recommended for the whole family. Departs La Fortuna. Duration: All day tour (from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.). HORSEBACK RIDING TO LA FORTUNA WATERFALL: Our Horseback Riding to La Fortuna Waterfall tour includes a challenging horseback ride and hike. Sturdy horses will take you to the entrance of the waterfall through pastures, forest and high hills. The view of the valley and tropical forest is spectacular. At the end of the road we will leave the horses and walk the nature trail to the base of the waterfall, an inviting place to relax and swim. Plunging more than 100 feet through dense rainforest into a mist-shrouded pool, La Fortuna Waterfall is a spectacular site. Located just 3 miles outside the town of La Fortuna, these falls are great for day trips. Care should be taken on the final slippery section of the hike down to the fall, but you will be rewarded by the view once you get there. The pool right beneath the falls can be too rough for swimming, but you’ll find several perfect swimming holes a little bit downstream. Departs from La Fortuna. If you get tired of Arenal volcano’s above-ground geological exploits, why not head underground? Located just 50 minutes from Arenal Observatory Lodge, the Venado Caves feature beautiful stalactite and stalagmite formations, as well as a chance to see many members of the bat family. The Venado Caves tour is a must-see for spelunkers! Departs from La Fortuna at 8:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Duration: 4 hours. SARAPIQUI WHITE WATER RAFTING: Our journey starts by picking you up at your hotel followed by a 1 œ hour ride to the Sarapiqui River from La Fortuna. Here you will start your day’s adventure in one of the country’s most spectacular rivers, winding through virgin rainforest and magnificent scenery. The Sarapiqui White Water Rafting tour includes transportation, an experienced bilingual guide, rafting equipment, lunch, fresh fruit and beverages. Departs from La Fortuna. Duration: All day tour (from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m). SAFARI ADVENTURE FLOAT: We start with a brief 20-minute drive to the lower Penas Blanca River where we launch inflatable rafts on a slower moving section of the river. Enjoy a relaxing 2 hour float with no motor, only the incredible sounds of the nature around you. Our expert bilingual naturalist guide will describe the many kinds of wildlife in the region. An optional add-on to the Safari Adventure Float tour includes a stop at Don Pedro’s farm and a visit with this fascinating man. Departs from La Fortuna at 8:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. At 7:30 a.m. with tour to Don Pedro’s farm. Duration: 5 hours. 25 km bike ride. The Biking Tour provides your bikes. Departs from the hotel. Duration: 3 hours. This tour departs from the hotel to for a 25-minute trip in a covered skiff to the Chiquito River where a microbus will take you to Monteverde. Monteverde by boat is a one-way tour. Duration: 2 œ hours. HORSEBACK RIDING TO MONTEVERDE: Departs from the hotel for the village of El Castillo from where you travel by horseback past rivers, fields and forest to the San Gerardo lookout. From here you can enjoy excellent views of the volcano and the plains surrounding it, and then continue on to a hotel in Monteverde. Horseback riding to Monteverde is a one-way tour. Duration: 2 hours. BUTTERFLY BOTANICAL GARDEN: An enclosure allows the butterflies to fly freely in their own habitat. Butterflies in the Butterfly Botanical Garden are studied from egg to larva to pupa until they metamorphose into butterflies and emerge for their first flight. More than 25 tropical species and their host plants are housed here. Departs from the hotel. Duration: 2 hours. CANOEING PENAS BLANCAS RIVER: Float the river and enjoy the rainforest at a relaxed pace. The brilliant green of the river, flashing deep blues of Costa Rica’s famous morpho butterflies, and the flights of brightly colored...

Arenal Volcano view - Arenal lava view from your room, Arenal Observatory Lodge Costa Rica. Arenal Observatory Lodge features 43 rooms in various buildings spread over the property. Most have a view of the volcano and its lava flow and all have verdant garden surroundings. Everywhere at the lodge one feels the volcano's commanding presence. LODGE ACCOMODATIONS: SINGLE, DOUBLE, SUITES AND VILLAS. The Best Volcano Room View. The JUNIOR SUITES are rooms with a volcano view through large picture windows framing the often active side of the majestic Arenal; see the volcano from the room or enjoy the beauty of the Arenal Lake from the comfort of your private deck. The walls are decorated with original ceramic paintings done by a local artist illustrating the area’s flora and fauna. For your comfort each of these suites is furnished with two king-size beds, a small living room, coffeemaker, mini refrigerator and room safe. The SMITHSONIAN rooms feature huge picture windows giving you a premiere majestic view of the volcano from the comfort of your bed. Each room has two double beds (queen-size), a private bathroom, coffee maker and room safe. Some SMITHSONIAN rooms have balconies commanding a magnificent view of the volcano. Five of the SMITHSONIAN rooms are fully equipped for guests in wheelchairs; the halls, bathrooms, corridors, parking area, swimming pool and 2 kms of paths have all been designed for the handicapped. The STANDARD rooms are another way to enjoy a breathtaking view of the Arenal volcano and/or contemplate the beauty of the lake from your balcony. Each of these rooms has two double beds (queen-size), a private bathroom, coffeemaker and room safe. LA CASONA offers ideal group or family accommodations and is set 500 meters off from the main building. Its 5 comfortable, value-priced rooms with a large terrace provide an impressive view of the volcano and Arenal Lake. Four rooms are furnished each with a queen-size bed and offer a beautiful volcano room view; the fifth room has 3 bunk beds with a view of the rainforest, and all have room safes. The two large, comfortable bathrooms are shared by all La Casona guests. WHITE HAWK VILLA with its peaceful surroundings and the ultimate spectacular view of the volcano and lake is about 800 meters from the rest of the hotel. It offers group or family accommodations and is recommended for guests with their own transportation or those who enjoy walking. The main level entrance takes you into a large, well-ventilated living room with satellite television, a dining room and a fully-equipped kitchen. The lower level can accommodate 8 people in its two bedrooms, Trogon and Toucan, each with a queen-size bed, two twin beds, private bathroom and room safe.

 Luggage storage
 Central situation
 Conference and meeting room
 Credit cards accepted
 Currency exchange service
 Dinner may be served in the room
 Disabled guests are welcome
 Facsimile services
 Games room
 Access to internet
 Jacuzzi tub
 Laundry services/washing machine
 Licensed bar
 Smoke-free guest rooms
 Parking lot
 Private park, garden, courtyard
 Quiet surroundings
 Restaurant
 Shop on premises
 Private/Ensuite bathroom
 Swimming pool
 Tea and coffee making facilities
 Phone at reception
 TV sets in rooms
 Patio, summer terrace
 Cheques accepted
 Common room with a TV set