Volcano & Hotsprings Package

Itinerary

Day 1 Arenal Volcano / La Fortuna

You'll be picked up from your San José hotel between 08:00-09:00 AM for the trip to Arenal Volcano, one of the most active volcanoes in the Americas. Explore for most of the day before heading toYou'll be picked up from your San Jose hotel between 08:00-09:00 AM for the trip to Arenal Volcano, one of the most active volcanoes in the Americas. Head Tabacon Resort to enjoy the relaxing volcanic hot springs, then enjoy a fabulous dinner before checking into your hotel.Note: If space is unavailable at the Tabacon Hot Springs, you will visit the equally lovely and relaxing Baldi Hot Springs for dinner and leisure time in the hot pools.Set on the northern plains of Costa Rica, Arenal Volcano is on the shores of Lake Arenal, (77 square kilometres, or 48 square miles), created by a hydroelectric project. Winds sweeping off the Caribbean Sea reach speeds of 48 to 72 km/hr (30 to 45 mph), making Arenal one of the best sail boarding locations in the world. The lake actually separates the mountain ranges of Guanacaste and Tilaran. The volcano is set on the lake's southeast end. It is active and occasional eruptions make it a natural wonder to be respected. Arenal is especially impressive at night, when the glowing molten lava is blasted into the ink-black sky. Even during the day, its reflection on Lake Arenal is truly enchanting. There are several attractions in the area aside from the lake and volcano. It is a birder's paradise, with over 600 species as permanent residents, and is inhabited by numerous species of frogs. You can also enjoy hiking the area's nature trails, or if you're more daring, you can opt to climb a ladder to participate in one of the canopy tours and catch a fresh glimpse of the forest greenery.

Day 2 Arenal Volcano / La Fortuna

After breakfast enjoy your natural surroundings and take a guided tour of Caño Negro Wetlands for some fabulous wildlife-spotting opportunities. Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge is the perfect place to enjoy natural sightseeing. Since the refuge is found on the low-lying northern plains, water is the key word. During the area's dry season, the refuge can be accessed by road, but during the rainy season - boats are the answer. In the area of the lowland keep on the look out for sloths and anteaters in the treed area, while birders will find a cornucopia of subjects for their binoculars and cameras. White cranes and ducks abound in the shallow along the rivers.

Day 3 San José

After breakfast, depart for your return transfer to San José, or, add the Monteverde Package and head off to the rainforest!

Trip Details

Accommodation	Superior hotel (2 nts)
Departure	Daily
Group Size	No Minimum
Included Highlights	Hot springs, guided tour of the Caño Negro Wetlands
Meals Included	2 B, 2 L, 1 D
StartFinish	ex San José
Transport	Bus or Van
Brochure Intro	The perfect way to explore Arenal Volcano and Tabacon Hot Springs without the hassle of driving!

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