Though dairy farming used to be the main economy of Monteverde, this small rural farming area has grown to become one of the most popular tourist destinations in Costa Rica. After word got out about the enchanting cloud forests, people from all over the world started including Monteverde in their itinerary and now it’s a […]
Activities and tours Costa Rica
Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Walk – Get High Up in the Rain Forest
Before Arenal and La Fortuna became a leading tourist destination in Costa Rica, it was a vast farming area. Blessed with such fertile and rich soil, locals raised livestock and grew crops as their livelihood. But everything changed when Arenal Volcano erupted and people attracted to the powerful volcano that made international headlines back in […]
Hike 400 Plus Steps to See the Beautiful La Fortuna Waterfall in Arenal
Arguably the most visited waterfall in the whole country, La Fortuna waterfall has attracted travelers from all over the world for years. Dropping 75 meters into a bright blue pool, La Fortuna waterfall in Arenal paints a perfect postcard of the Costa Rican jungle and is usually one of the highlights of an Arenal trip […]
Rio Penas Blancas Safari Float: Easy Wildlife Watching from La Fortuna
For wildlife watching in Arenal, by far the easiest and best way is to go on a river safari float ride. The most popular river for a boat ride is the Rio Penas Blancas, only a 20 minute drive from La Fortuna. Rio Penas Blancas runs through the Tilaran Mountain Range and though some parts […]
Top Things to do in La Fortuna and Arenal Volcano
Costa Rica has no shortage of adventure activities from bungee jumping, ziplining and rafting, and the Arenal Volcano and La Fortuna town ranks as one of the top destinations in the country for embarking on exciting escapades. If you’re only in this area for a couple days, it can be a bit overwhelming at first […]
What You Need to Know About Hiking Arenal 1968: Lava Fields and View Points
When it comes to hiking in Arenal, there are several options. Though most people want to hike in the national park, there are other private reserves with trails that are just as nice. One of those private reserves is Arenal 1968, which is right next to the national park and offers impressive views of the […]
Arenal Combo Tour: Experience the Best of Arenal
There are so many activities to do in Arenal and La Fortuna that it can be difficult to narrow down which ones are the best to do. If you’re only in the area for a couple days, you can maximize your time by joining a combination tour where you visit multiple destinations and attractions. Here […]
