Costa Rica vacation package staying in top Arenal Volcano hotels & resorts

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Arenal Volcano & La Fortuna:
Mystic Volcano and Relaxing Hot Springs

Arenal is Costa Rica's Adventure Capital. Stay in award-winning hot springs resorts and spas in the Arenal Volcano Region.

Nestled within the flat, rich lands of San Carlos, the Arenal Volcano rises up like a natural monument from the rainforest. One of many remarkable sights in the area, this mountain of fire symbolizes the adventure and mysticism of the region.

Known as the adventure capital of Costa Rica, the Arenal Volcano / Fortuna area offers numerous activities. Activities range from highly charged adventures such as white water rafting, canyoning and caving to less intense adventures such as hikes through the rainforest and soothing swims in hot springs.

With its rolling hills, cattle farms, rainforest and Costa Rica’s largest lake, the Arenal area’s verdant landscape is bio-diverse. The region’s attractions include the Arenal National Park, the Fortuna River Waterfall, the Cano Negro Wildlife Reserve and the Rio Celeste National Park.

You can visit Arenal as part of a day tour, but you will regret not staying for at least one night since there is so much to see and do. Typically, we recommend a minimum two-night stay in one of the many outstanding hotels and resorts in the Arenal Volcano and La Fortuna de San Carlos northern region.

While in Arenal:

Relax at the country’s top hot springs resort - Tabacon Grand Spa - featuring breath-taking volcano views and lush tropical gardens. Some of Costa Rica’s top spas and therapists make Arenal their home.

Visit the Fortuna River Waterfalls which are located about three miles from town. Here, magnificent waterfalls cascade into the rainforest. If you wish, you will have the opportunity to hike and swim in the river.

Go rafting on the Sarapiqui River. The river has Class III and IV rafting for adventure aficionados and Floating Safari Class II rafting for slower paced, nature lovers. Both are excellent tour choices featuring amazing scenery, interesting wildlife and thrilling adventure.

Try canyoning, one of the country's top adventure activities. Rappel down a waterfall inside the rainforest, truly, an unforgettable experience!

For nature and kayaking lovers, the Arenal Lake – Costa Rica’s largest – offers the opportunity to experience a memorable kayaking outing with possibility to spot interesting local wildlife in their natural habitat.

View the forest from Hanging Bridges Tour. It is an impressive hike in the rainforest over a series of suspension bridges. View various types of flora and fauna at differing heights—from the ground to well above the canopy—what a way to see the jungle!

Experience the thrill of zip lining through the canopy of the rainforest on the Sky Trek and Aerial Tram, one of Costa Rica’s top canopy tours. A great way to experience the rain forest and a real adrenaline rush!

Stop in at the Arenal National Park: Visit on your way to El Castillo and the Sky Trek. You will learn all about the Arenal Volcano and its history.

Based on our experience and feedback from numerous families, the Arenal Volcano Region is a must-visit for families looking for an active and adventurous Costa Rica vacation package. The high energy activities such as canyoning, canopy tours and rafting are perfectly complemented by the beauty of the rainforest and the unique relaxing experience at the hot springs spas. If you want to include a stay in one of the Arenal & Fortuna hotels and resorts in your Costa Rica family vacation package, please call us toll free at (888) 928-3688 or email us at info@memorablecostarica.com.