Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
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Drinking & Nightlife
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Cosechos
C2
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El Establo
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Shopping
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Activities
La Catarata de la Fortuna
WATERFALL
You can glimpse the sparkling 70m ribbon of clear water that pours through a sheer
canyon of dark volcanic rock covered in bromeliads and ferns with minimal sweat equity.
But it's worth the climb down and out to see it from the jungle floor. Though it's danger-
ous to dive beneath the thundering falls, a series of perfect swimming holes with spectacu-
lar views tiles the canyon in aquamarine. This is also the trailhead for the hike to
Cerro
Chato
.
From the turnoff on the road to San Ramón, it's about 4km uphill to the falls. If you de-
cide to walk up, you'll enjoy spectacular views of Cerro Chato as you hike through pas-
tures and past the small hotels lining the road.
Bike Arenal
CYCLING
( 2479-7150;
www.bikearenal.com
;
rental per day/week US$25/150, half-/full-day tour US$67/96;
8am-5pm Mon-Fri)
This outfit offers a variety of bike tours for all levels of rider, including a popular ride
around the lake and a half-day ride to El Castillo. You can also do versions of these rides
on your own. Make advance arrangements for rental and an English-speaking bike mech-
anic will bring the bicycle to you.
