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Arenal Volcano Hike 1968 Trail

3.89 reviews

  • 3h 30m
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • 2 languages
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Enjoy the most extraordinary view of the Arenal Volcano on a hike along the base and flanks of this giant on the Arenal 1968 park. For this tour we have choose one of the park’s most extraordinary trails to the 1968 lava flows: the remaining memory of the 20th century first eruption and some other areas now in the process of regeneration. Whether hiking through the lava flow trail from 1968´s eruption, traversing into the rainforest and deep nature or celebrating your special occasion, enjoy a remarkable occasion filled with scenic beauty in our 360° viewpoints of the Arenal Volcano accompanied by the breathtaking Arenal Lake. The “68” lava flow trail will give you the best of the best hiking in all the Arenal Volcano area, walk on rocky areas, feel the power and serenity of nature, enjoy amazing views of the Arenal Lake and the Monteverde mountains, plus an insight contact with the local flora and fauna and a great chance for some birdwatching and animal encounters.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Park Entrance Fee
  • Naturalistic Guide
  • Snacks
  • Transportation

What's not

  • Bottled water
  • Restroom on board

Itinerary

  1. Early one morning in July 1968, an unassuming green mountain in northern Costa Rica suddenly awoke and turn into the legendary Arenal Volcano. If you are visiting the town of La Fortuna, you will be able to get a close up of Arenal's now ashy gray peak from many different spots. One place of particular interest is the Arenal 1968 Trail. This series of hiking trails brings you through forested areas and across some of the historic lava fields that buried much of the surrounding jungle during the dramatic eruptions of 1968. This guided hike will be a trip back to explore the history of one of Costa Rica’s most iconic landmarks.

    2.5 hAdmission included

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

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Know before you go

Meeting point
This is our main office next to La Habana river bridge. We will be happy to meet you here or at your hotel.
Pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 12 travellers
Operated by
Blue Pass by Aventuras Arenal
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

How it compares in La Fortuna

  • Its from-price is 11% below the median of the 932 experiences we list in La Fortuna.
  • Its length is typical for the group.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 362 of 932.
  • 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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