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Arenal Volcano Old Lava Slides

La Fortuna · Northern Plains & Arenal

Arenal Volcano Expeditions Walk 1968

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About this experience

We begin the tour by heading to the El Silencio Private Reserve, to get as close to the base of the volcano as possible. Next, we will walk approximately 1 kilometer along a volcanic stone path with a moderate degree of difficulty, until we reach the viewpoint, the closest point to volcano permitted to access. At the viewpoint, our guide will provide relevant information on the formation of the Arenal Volcano, its periods of activity, as well as unpublished details of its first eruption in 1968. Enjoy the excellent views of the Green Lagoon and Lake Arenal. With a little luck, this 1.5 km trail will provide us with the opportunity to see a wide variety of plants and animals that inhabit the rainforest, like toucans, turkeys, orioles, peccaries, snakes, and monkeys. At the end of the tour our driver will be waiting for us with a delicious snack of tropical fruit before returning to your hotel. Add a visit to the hot springs for additional cost and enjoy the thermal mineral waters.

Description supplied by the tour operator via Viator.

Getting there

Hotel pickup in La Fortuna

Picks up at 23 listed locations, including:

  • Arenal Kioro Suites & Spa
  • Tabacon Thermal Resort & Spa
  • Socialtel La Fortuna
  • Hotel La Pradera del Arenal
  • Baldi Hot Springs Hotel Resort & Spa
  • Nayara Tented Camp
  • +17 more

Pickup details are confirmed with the operator during booking.

Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.

Or meet the group at

Drive in to the parking area and ask the reception about Ecoterra Costa Rica Tours

Where

Ecoterra Costa Rica

What you'll do

  1. The tour begins at 07:30am or 2:30pm from, in order to reach the Reserve, we will begin a 1 km walk along a trail of volcanic rock, to reach the observation point, which is the closest to the base of the volcano we can legally get. At the observation point, your guide will provide interesting information, as well as giving you the opportunity to enjoy the incredible views of the Arenal Volcano and the Arenal Lake. Afterwards, we will begin our return trip down the same trail to the starting point. This trail is about 1.5 km, in length, and with a little luck, you will have the opportunity to discover a large variety of flora and fauna, including toucans, monkeys and more. After the trails, your driver will be waiting for you, with a snack of tropical fruit, before returning you to your hotel, If you prefer, you can visit the hot springs of your choice for an approximately 3 hours, for an additional cost, we will return to pick you up to take you to your hotel.

    2h hereAdmission included

  2. we will walk approximately 1 kilometer along a volcanic stonepath with a moderate degree of difficulty, until we reach the viewpoint, the closest point to volcano permitted to access

    2h hereAdmission included

What's included

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • Bottled water
  • National Park fees
  • Snacks
1 more included
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan with Wi-Fi

Not included

  • Gratuities

Good to know

  • Moderate fitness needed

Guided in en, es.

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
3 more notes
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • May be operated by a multilingual guide
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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