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- Costa Rica
- Northwest Costa Rica
- Arenal Volcán National Park
Arenal Volcán National Park
The Arenal Volcano National Park is situated within the Arenal
Conservation Area, also known as 'the Energetic Heart of Costa
Rica'. At its centre is the 5,356 foot (1,633m) Volcán Arenal, a
typically cone-shaped image despite being highly active, with some
huge eruptions and larva flows that killed thousands of people in
1968. Although perpetually active the degree of activity is
unpredictable, ranging from rumbling and ground shaking to a
smouldering red glow best visible at night. Sometimes visitors are
treated to a fiery display of red-hot rocks being thrown into the
air. The park has some good trails that go through forests, passing
through the area that was flattened in the 1968 eruption, or across
lava fields, but fences are in place to stop people from venturing
too far up the dangerous slopes. There is also a good chance of
seeing some of the wildlife in the forest. The Visitor Centre has
video displays of the volcano's more exciting activity. It is not
possible to stay overnight in the park or visit it after dark
unless on one of the night tours from Fortuna.
Information & Facts
Address
Seven miles (12km) from Fortuna
Admission
Language
Spanish is the official language, but English is widely
spoken.
Money
The Costa Rican Colón (CRC) is divided into 100 céntimos and is
the official currency, although US Dollars are also widely
accepted. US Dollars and travellers cheques can be exchanged in
banks and many hotels. Banks charge a service fee for cashing
travellers cheques and currency other than US$ is difficult to
exchange. Using black market exchange options is risky as they have
been known to pass on counterfeit bills printed in Colombia. Banks
close anywhere from 3pm to 6pm. Major credit cards are widely
accepted, although American Express and Diners Club might be more
limited. ATMs are available in major towns throughout the country,
but it is advisable to always have some local cash handy.
Opening Times
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