Arenal

One of the faces of Costa Rica, the spectacular Arenal Volcano and National Park captures the incredible landscapes, adventure and wildlife of Costa Rica!

Arenal is the country’s most active caldera, a spectacular volcano that gently smoulders during the day and for years has lit up the night with spellbinding lava flows and firework displays. It sits at the heart of a 7000 hectare national park of primary and secondary rainforest, tumbling waterfalls and crystal clear streams that harbours an extraordinary array of wildlife. Over 850 species of birds including the resplendent Quetzal have been recorded in the reserve alongside deer, jaguar and capuchin monkeys. Arenal is the face of Costa Rica tourism and comfortable lodges offer guests the chance to sink into volcanic hotsprings or explore the park by foot, horse, bike, raft and even zip-line. At the foot of the volcano, a vast lake and part man-made reservoir stretches 30km into the distance and attracts windsurfers, paddlers and fishermen from far and wide.

Arenal Hotels

Nayara Springs$$$$$

Nayara Springs is the adults-only hotel of the Nayara complex which offers the height of service and style yet retains its intimate contact with nature. Narrow paths wind through the lush, landscaped grounds to reach the sparkling pool, swim-up bar and restaurant all fashioned to put the magnificent volcano at centre stage. Activities range from hiking, rafting, ziplining and riding around Arenal to simply relaxing at the resort and indulging in a pampering range of massages, treatments and w...