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La Fortuna Waterfall
A short drive from town, La Fortuna Waterfall offers an idyllic place for swimming, picnicking, and relaxing. Fed by the Arenal River, which winds its way through the rainforest before plunging dramatically over a steep cliff, this waterfall forms a large pool at the base of a dormant volcano. Lifeguards remain on duty throughout the day, while modern facilities like restrooms and showers ensure a comfortable visit in a lush area noted for thick vegetation and abundant wildlife. Prepare for a short but arduous hike to the base of the waterfall by wearing shoes suitable for slippery and uneven terrain. To visit La Fortuna Waterfall on your holiday in La Fortuna de San Carlos, and find out what else La Fortuna de San Carlos has to offer, use our La Fortuna de San Carlos tour planner.
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luisaob
August 16, 2017Nos fuimos a ver la Catarata del Río Fortuna. Nos diluvió bajando los 500 escalones pero nos dio igual....más auténtico. Las vistas espectaculares. El agua fresquita y la Catarata excelente. Una excur... more »
We went to see the waterfall of the River Fortune. It dropped us to the 500 steps down but gave us the same... most authentic. The spectacular views. Fresh water and the great waterfall. A highly recommended excursion!View original -
omoralesm
August 16, 2017If you are near you must visit this place, it will take you no more than 2 hours and you will get a great view from the top and from the river, it is very easy to walk down to the river and back. You ... more »
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Frederik K
August 16, 2017Min kæreste og jeg tog hen og svømmede ved vandfaldet da vi var ankommet til La Fortuna. Vandfaldet ligger i en smuk regnskov, som man skal gå ned igennem for at komme til det. Det kan være en smule s... more »
My boyfriend and I took over and swam by the waterfall since we arrived in La Fortuna. The waterfall is located in a beautiful rainforest, which you have to go down through to get to it. It can be a bit difficult to get down to the water as there is stone mainly around, but clearly worth it, although the water was cold.View original
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Christine Bazur
June 13, 2017An amazing place you need to see! Kids are free. They take credit and adults are $15. Try to go early as it gets crowded later in day. Easy stair hike down and up. Saw howler monkeys and lots of bird, hummingbird and butterfly species. Nice gift shop.
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Tj Germain
June 11, 2017Super fun place. Worth the 15$/person price. Swim in the waterfall and the stream after a 500 step hike down to the waterfall. The coffee at the store up top is good too.
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David
June 29, 2017Stunning falls, but can get a little busy with coach trips. If you're lucky, and early in the day, you could have much of the falls to yourself. Well worth a visit though.
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Radu Serbanescu
June 6, 2017Great place to visit and take a bath near the waterfall. A bit expensive as any touristic place in Costa Rica. 500 steps down to get to the waterfall and 500 more to get back to the restaurant and parking but it's worth. One of the best waterfalls in Costa Rica. Highly recommended.
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Diede Croes
June 20, 2017Beautiful waterfall. Only a lot of tourist en really crowded.. and overpriced. If you cross the river there are opportunities to swim where is more quiet.
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