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The Arenal Volcano, in Spanish Volcán
Arenal, is the youngest and most active of all the mountains in Costa
Rica. Scientists have been able to date it back to more than 4000 years
ago. It has been reported to have minor eruptions every 5-10 minutes.
The country's most active volcano, Arenal's eruptions can be viewed
without danger as long as the viewers are behind the safety perimeter.
This constant activity of the lava and incandescent rocks make a
spectacular sight. Most of the time, the volcano is surrounded by clouds
near the tip, and it is touted as good luck to see the whole volcano
without clouds.
This is one of seven historically active Costa Rican volcanoes.
Costa
Rica Tour Details:
Day 1: Morning pick up by your driver for scenic drive to
Arenal Volcano. Overnight at the
Arenal
Observatory Lodge.
From the Observatory, which is
situated only 1.6 miles south of the volcano, visitors have an
impressive view of this "giant which rumbles" and erupts with
spectacular displays of vapor and lava. The Observatory is the only lodge
situated within the Arenal Volcano National Park, which encompasses
thousands of acres of pristine rainforest and teems with tropical birds
and wildlife.
Day 2: In the morning, join other guests from the Lodge, for
a guided hike inside the Arenal Volcano National Park for a close-up
exploration of a lava flow prior to the drive back to San Jose. (B)
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