Arenal Park Self-Guided Experience
Descriptions come from the operator and are translated automatically.
- 1–3 hours
- Skip the line
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
Highlights
Explore at your own pace the 1968 Arenal Park, a unique setting on the lava pourings of the historic Arenal Volcano eruption. Self-guided walk, without guide or schedule, ideal for those who value freedom and contact with nature. Explore regenerating secondary forests and enjoy panoramic views of the volcano and Arenal Lake. Walk on volcanic soil and watch life resurgent among ash and rocks. Visit pitahaya, pineapple and sugarcane plantations, and spot birds, alligators, monkeys and coati. One of the trails reaches Lake Los Patos, home to alligators, and other lagoons are home to the Rainbow Guapote. Three marked routes: short (1.7 km), medium (3 km) and long (5.6 km), for all ages and physical levels. A perfect experience for families, couples and lovers of ecotourism, to explore without haste and connect with volcanic nature.
Inclusions
What's included
- Parking
Itinerary
Explore Arenal Park 1968 on a unique self-guided walk, without the need for guidance or schedules. Walk the paths over the lava pourings of the great eruption of 1968 and discover how nature is reborn among ash and volcanic rocks. Enjoy panoramic views from privileged viewpoints of the majestic Arenal Volcano and the imposing Arenal Lake. One of the trails takes you to Lake Los Patos, home to alligators, while other natural lagoons are home to the colorful Rainbow Guapote, giving you an authentic wildlife experience. With three trails of varying length and difficulty, well marked and maintained, this adventure adapts to all ages and physical levels. Ideal for independent travelers and nature lovers seeking freedom, real connection with the environment and an unforgettable tour of a unique volcanic landscape in Costa Rica
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
4.4
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Ratings come from 39 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Arenal 1968 Volcano View & Trails
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in La Fortuna
- Its from-price is 70% below the median of the 50 attraction tickets we list in La Fortuna.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 25 of 50.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About La Fortuna
La Fortuna is Costa Rica's adventure hub at the foot of the Arenal Volcano, with rainforest, hot springs, waterfalls and a mountain lake.
The near-perfect cone of the Arenal Volcano rises above the town, and Arenal Volcano National Park has trails through old lava flows and rainforest with views of the summit. Lake Arenal, the largest lake in the country, spreads to the west, with kayaking, fishing and windsurfing on its breezy waters and green hills all around.
Top-ranked sights in La Fortuna: La Fortuna Waterfall, Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park, Butterfly Conservatory.
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