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La Fortuna de San Carlos

4.5
Hot Springs · Waterfalls · River Rafting & Tubing
Set against the backdrop of the imposing Arenal Volcano, La Fortuna de San Carlos offers visitors a chance to explore diverse natural landscapes and sample some delicious local produce. Named for the bounteous harvest provided by the area's rich volcanic soil--and perhaps for the fact that the town has never been destroyed by the volcano--La Fortuna enjoys a warm but not overly hot climate, with temperatures ranging between 20 C (68 F) and 26 C (78 F). Things to do in La Fortuna de San Carlos include whitewater rafting, kayaking, mountain biking, and visiting the area's famed volcanic hot springs. Plan your tour of La Fortuna de San Carlos and Costa Rica travel itinerary using our Costa Rica trip planner.
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    Top La Fortuna de San Carlos tours

    FROM $162 BOOK WITH VIATOR Arenal Volcano and Tabacón Hot Springs Day Trip from San Jose
    4.5
    Duration: 12 to 16 hours
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    FROM $58 BOOK WITH VIATOR Volunteer Program and Tour at Wildlife Rescue Center in Costa Rica
    4.9
    Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
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    FROM $150 BOOK WITH VIATOR Hanging Bridges, La Fortuna Waterfall, Typical lunch and Arenal Volcano Hike
    4.9
    Duration: 9 hours
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    Popular things to do in La Fortuna de San Carlos

    Tabacon Hot Springs ©
    Hot Spring
    Tabacon Hot Springs
    La Fortuna
    4.4
    Duration: 4h 30 min
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    River Rafting / Tubing
    River Rafting & Tubing
    4.8
    Duration: 2h 30 min
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    Canyoning / Rapelling Tour
    Canyoning & Rappelling Tours
    4.7
    Duration: 4 hours
    La Fortuna Waterfall ©
    Waterfall
    La Fortuna Waterfall
    4.5
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Nature in La Fortuna de San Carlos

    Ecotermales Fortuna ©
    Hot Spring
    Ecotermales Fortuna
    4.6
    Duration: 3h 30 min
    Lake Arenal ©
    Water Body
    Lake Arenal
    4.5
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Baldi Hot Springs ©
    Hot Spring
    Baldi Hot Springs
    4.1
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Rio Chollin ©
    Hot Spring
    Rio Chollin
    4.5
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Side trips from La Fortuna de San Carlos

    Arenal Volcano
    Volcano
    Arenal Volcano
    Arenal Volcano National Park
    4.1
    Duration: 4h 30 min
    Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park ©
    Bridge
    Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park
    Arenal Volcano National Park
    4.5
    Duration: 4 hours
    Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge ©
    Nature / Park
    Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge
    Cano Negro
    4.5
    Duration: 6 hours
    Venado Caves ©
    Cave
    Venado Caves
    Arenal Volcano National Park
    4.7
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Tours in La Fortuna de San Carlos

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    Horseback Riding Tour
    Horseback Riding Tours
    4.5
    Duration: 2h 30 min
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    Adrenaline / Extreme Tour
    Adrenaline & Extreme Tours
    4.6
    Duration: 4 hours
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    Food Tour
    Food Tours
    4.8
    Duration: 4 hours
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    Off-Road Tour
    Off-Road Tours
    4.5
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Hidden gems in La Fortuna de San Carlos

    Bogarin Trail
    Park
    Bogarin Trail
    4.7
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Cabalgata Don Tobias
    Mountain
    Cabalgata Don Tobias
    4.7
    Duration: 2h 30 min
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    Coffee / Tea Tour
    Coffee & Tea Tours
    4.9
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    ©
    Safari
    Safaris
    4.6
    Duration: 8 hours

    Parks in La Fortuna de San Carlos

    Proyecto Asis ©
    Nature / Park
    Proyecto Asis
    4.7
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Arenal Oasis Wildlife Refuge
    Nature / Park
    Arenal Oasis Wildlife Refuge
    4.7
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Cerro Chato ANC Park & Gardens ©
    Park
    Cerro Chato ANC Park & Gardens
    4.1
    Duration: 2h 30 min
    Mirador El Silencio ©
    Nature / Park
    Mirador El Silencio
    4.4
    Duration: 2h 30 min

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