Monteverde Cloud Forest and Arenal
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Volcan Arenal is the most stunning view, but is a bit out of the way (thankfully!) and takes several days to visit. The impressive volcano erupts regularly and on clear nights you can see the orange lava flow down the mountain. Arenal is next to Laguna de
Volcan Poás or Poas Volcano is slightly less famous than Arenal, but is an easy day trip and (when visible) is also is very beautiful and well worth visiting.
This whole area is also perfect for rafting, riding, mountain-biking, walking on the ‘Hanging Bridges of Arenal’, boating on Lake Arenal etc... The mountains also offer exciting zip-line canopy tours in
The Monteverde cloud forest
This is one of the most naturally breathtaking places in the country. Encompassing not just the Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve, this area also includes two tiny settlements of the same name; namely Monteverde and Santa Elena.
A blissful retreat of elegant suites and a tranquil spa, El Silencio Lodge is steeped in its own cloudforest reserve.
El Establo offers the best quality services that will make your trip an unforgettable experience: the area`s best view, heated indoor pools, spa, restaurants, café-bars. More...
Surrounded by the most spectacular cloud forest of Costa Rica and adorned with a friendly personality and a rich traditional village culture, Villa Blanca is full of history and tradition.
Fonda Vela Lodge in the Monteverde Cloud Forest is a modern built lodge that still retains a certain charm. More…
The Arenal area
The Lost Iguana Resort is quite a new and upscale retreat nestled gently in the dense jungle, offering 40 spacious rooms with large private balconies overlooking the active Arenal Volcano and Arenal River Gorge. More...
Arenal Kioro Hotel right at the foot of the Arenal volcano and is the area’s first luxury hotel with its own private
Tabacon Grand Spa Thermal Resort is a 102 guest room Costa Rica luxury hotel located at the base of the Arenal Volcano. More...
Arenal Nayara Hotel & Gardens is a five star luxury boutique hotel located in the outskirts of the amazing Arenal Volcano. More...
Sample Private Tours that include a visit to Arenal
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| Enjoy San Jose, Tortuguero National Park, Arenal, Monteverde and Manuel Antonio National Park. | This itinerary begins at San Jose and then continues to Tortuguero. You will then visit the Cahuita National Park by boat. | The trip will take you to Tortuguero, a network of islands of exceptional biodiversity, famous mostly for observing turtle nesting. | We included some of our favourite lodges and for a 1st time traveller to Costa Rica you will get to experiences the country's absolute highlights. | This honeymoon itinerary is perfect for an adventurous couple looking for a honeymoon with a difference. | ||||
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