Often simply referred to as La Fortuna, the town of La Fortuna de San Carlos is the gateway to Arenal volcano. It connects Arenal with Monteverde and the northern lowlands. La Fortuna is easily accessible from San José. Recently, this town has become more popular as a destination. There are hotels and restaurants for every budget. Here you will see amazing views of the volcano in the distance. La Catarata de la Fortuna is a beautiful waterfall that falls from 70 meters. Another attraction nearby are the hot springs, where you can feel rejuvenated. |
