Parque Nacional Volcán Arenal

This waterfall is absolutely beautiful and totally worth the visit. After finishing the 500 steps, you reach the waterfall where you can jump into the water, which is such a fun experience. There are two areas to choose from: a more mellow side if you want to relax, or the main waterfall area where you can swim and feel the power of the water falling on you. The current is quite strong, but it’s still very fun and exciting. The water temperature is cool but not too cold, which feels refreshing. Even though there are many people, there is plenty of space for everyone, so it never felt overcrowded. Definitely bring your own water shoes — there’s a lot to explore and walk around. The place is very well organized, and buying tickets on-site is quick and easy. There’s also an ice cream shop, gift shops, and food available, which makes the visit even more convenient. Overall, it’s a wonderful experience and highly recommended!

Short hike, but you can see a lots of wild life if you start early morning. Plan 2-3 hours, $16 entry fees. Recommend.

The entrance fee is about $17, and it can only be paid by card. Suggest reserve at least 4 hours for hiking in this national park. The hiking routes are easy, and there are many wildlife to be found in this area. It would be a pleasant experience walking around.

Spectacular place with plenty of hiking/biking trails, a lot of wildlife spotting, beautiful jungle forest, waterfalls, hanging bridges. Very scenic.

Worth the money, a nice hike and we saw a little bit of wildlife. Not the best view onto the volcano though, you dont need to pay to have a nice look onto it. But if you like a hike in the rainforest, its worth it! Unfortunately the large tree "El Ceibo" broke down in 2024 so the roots are still impressive, but the upper half of the tree is gone.

A very good place to view Arenal volcano! Entrance is $15 and you have access to the volcanic side and lake side of the park. We got to see a sloth, Armadillo ( in the parking lot) , snake. You’ll get a good view on a sunny day. For the lake side of the park, once you exit the volcanic side , take a left turn. After a few meters , you’ll find a dirt road that would continue for 1.7 kms. Lake was peaceful.

Great value for the view you get! Even on a rainy season day I saw nearly the full volcano from way close than you’d ever see in la fortuna town, and hiking in the surrounding rainforest is amazing too, with many species unique to Central America visible here. Cannot miss this if you visit la fortuna.

My son and I went for a short trip in the park. Oh what an awesome view and amazing animals. From one side the volcano, from the other side Arenal lake. The nature at it's full glory, all done to make sure humens will not interfere the wildlife. Enjoy!