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Arenal Volcano — La Fortuna, Costa Rica
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🇨🇷 Costa Rica · Central America & Caribbean

La Fortuna

Arenal volcano, hot springs, hanging bridges.

Budget level
Mid-range
Best months
Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Ideal stay
2–4 days
Best for
Nature, Adventure, Beach

Overview

Arenal volcano, hot springs, hanging bridges. It is one of the places we suggest when planning a trip to Costa Rica.

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Why go to La Fortuna

  • A representative region stop on most Costa Rica itineraries
  • Fits the wider Central America & Caribbean travel style

Budget

La Fortuna is mid-range by Costa Rica standards. Across Costa Rica, mid-range travellers typically spend about $115–$185 per person per day.

Country-level planning estimate, excluding flights. See the full Costa Rica budget breakdown.

Practical information

Language
Spanish; English is commonly available in tourism areas
Currency
Costa Rican colón (CRC); US dollars widely accepted
Power
Type A/B, 120V
Entry
Entry rules depend on nationality — verify current official requirements before booking.

When to go to La Fortuna

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Plan 2–4 days here. Highlighted months are the best fit for most travellers.

Getting around

  • Buses are an affordable way to reach most popular destinations, run by multiple private operators rather than one national service
  • Shared tourist shuttles connect the main towns more directly

Suggested itineraries

  • Volcano and beach

    9 days

    Classic first trip.

    Route: La Fortuna → Monteverde → Manuel Antonio

  • Two coasts

    12 days

    Pacific wildlife and Caribbean calm.

    Route: Guanacaste → La Fortuna → Puerto Viejo

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