North Region

NORTHERN REGION
The Northern Region covers a vast area that includes tropical humid forests, wide plains with pasturelands, an active volcano, and dense, misty woods isolated within the mountains,not to mention the many attractions and things to do: canopy rides, river floats, bike rentals, nature trail walks for leisure or scientific purposes, hot springs bathing, great scenery, and lots ofwildlife.
Sarapiquí, La Fortuna (home of the Arenal Volcano), and Monteverde, all belong to the Northern Region. This region is one of the favorites for nature lovers, who will certainly feel that timeis never enough for all there is to do, see and learn about. The area’s location makes it a great itinerary connection point. One can easily head towards the Caribbean, stopping over at Sarapiquí, orfrom Arenal to Monteverde and the Pacific Beaches, or even hop from one volcano to another (Arenal to Rincón de la Vieja), using the Northern Region as a strategically located starting, intermediate,or ending point.
LA FORTUNA (ARENAL AREA)
Arenal Volcano & Hot Springs 2 Nights / 3 Days
Price from $325USD** p/p
At the foot of the volcano!
Day 1
You’ll depart early from San José for a 3½hour drive to Arenal Volcano, passing through San Ramón before arriving at the colossus’ area with its steaming, rumbling cone and spewing lava. At approximately 4:00 pm, you will be met by a guide fora short hike to the surroundings of the volcano, in search of old and new lava flows. From there you will continue on to Ecotermales Hot Springs, a bathing resort with a complex of thermal poolssurrounded by lush tropical gardens. After enjoying a typical Costa Rican dinner at the Ecotermales, you’ll return to your hotel.
Day 2
You’ll spend the day at your leisure, taking part in optionalactivities. The versatility of the region means it offers visitors a wide array of activities to choose from, such as bird-watching at Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge, white water rafting, canopy tours, hike...