Fortuna

Rain Goddess fishing boat

For entertainment the boat navigates around the arenal lake, so that you can appreciate the unparalleled views. they have kayaks and other water activities you can do at the lake. of course the main attraction is the fishing. the lake has many species of fish but the "guapote" bass is most prevalent; this fish is a close relative of the peacock bass and is just as strong. other fish like the mojara are also prevalent, think 'kin to the piranha but fruit eaters'. using the fish you catch, clifford, the amiable chef will cook them for you. enjoy the fruits of your day's fun along with his many special recipes!

White water rafting

On the mighty rã­o toro class 3-4, with over 45 exciting and continuous rapids that move through 16 kilometers of deep-canyon gorges passing waterfalls in a tropical canyon. another option is the beautiful rã­o balsa class 2-3

Rio Frío are biological humid areas considered to be one of the richest in biological diversity in Costa Rica. Here you can find a great variety of resident and migratory birds plus three different species of monkeys, also iguanas, sloths, turtles and caymans. Along the river you can see many birds, howler monkeys, spider monkeys, white-faced monkeys, also the three-toed sloth and some reptiles like caimans, Jesus Christ lizard and turtles.

Horseback ride to Monteverde

Travel the old fashioned way by horse $75. this is a gorgeous 2-1/2 hour horseback ride along the beautiful lake arenal on wonderful, healthy horses.

River cruises

On the peã±a blancas river costs around $45

Arenal Volcano Night Hike

Around a two hours hike through secondary rainforest which contains lots of habitat of monkeys, spiders, congos, some cariblancos and not leaving behind the tucans, turkeys, and the big quantity of different flora that's in the outskirts of the volcano. There are some emerald green hot springs, colored from copper deposits.

Cerro Chato Hike

This hike takes you through very dense primary forest toward the Cerro Chato. There is a crater lake where you can swim, take pictures and explore the surroundings. After that you continue the descent through the rainforest with occasional views over the San Carlos Valley as well as the Arenal Volcano. The trek ends at La Fortuna Waterfalls, where you can take a swim

More relaxing and a bit more discrete than either Baldi & Tabacon. Reservations definitely recommended as they limit to 100 guests. Good dinner and drinks. Friendly service and feels like you're a guest of the family rather than a customer.

Tabacon Hot Springs

Entrance fee $65. the fee includes modern changing rooms with locks, towels, and access to the multi-level hot spring with a slide, artificial waterfalls, view of the volcano, and bars for drinks without leaving the water. for a higher price, there is a magnificent buffet. many hotels will arrange packages including a guided hike to the volcano followed by a trip to the hot springs for a much lower price.

Tabaconcito Hot Springs

Free entrance - across the road from tabacon springs used to be tabaconcito hot springs. it was administered by the tabacon hotel, but after losing a lawsuit they had to leave the complex and is now free to enter. there are no facilities except for some ranches and tables. this is a great place to enjoy a natural river, with even some waterfalls and places to relax within it. since no one controls the site, you can take inside any food or drinks. beware that after sunset there is no electricity in that place, so if you are planning on staying late at night bring with you a good flash light.