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Hike across lava fields with a direct view of Arenal

Vulkan Arenal, Costa RicaLoop · 4.7 km · 1:26 h · 184 m elevation gain

Hike across lava fields with a direct view of Arenal
Person blickt von hinten auf einen kegelförmigen Vulkan mit leichter Dampf- oder Rauchfahne am Gipfel.

Hike over cooled lava fields straight towards Arenal, with an unobstructed view of the volcano and lake

What you can experience here

The Arenal 1968 Lava Trails reveal the raw power of the Arenal Volcano. Here you feel the legacy of one of Costa Rica’s most violent eruptions as you hike over cooled lava flows. The panorama stretches from the imposing volcano to the deep blue Lake Arenal – a natural moment full of energy and spaciousness.

You start at a private gate and follow a circular trail of about 4.7 km through varied landscapes: forest, steep scree sections and striking lava rocks. Along the way you’ll be dealing with uneven ground, roots and jagged lava stones. The highest point is about 450 m before the café. Here you have an unobstructed view of the volcano. At the end you’ll find a café with a view, clean toilets, showers and a spacious car park.

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Good to know when planning

  • Entrance ticket for 25 USD is to be bought at the gate
  • Last entry is at 4pm, park closes at 5pm
  • Sturdy shoes and plenty of water are absolutely essential
  • Start in the morning to avoid high heat and frequent showers later
  • Walking poles can be borrowed free of charge

Where you can book it

  • Arenal Volcano Hiking

    from $26

    Operator: Arenal 1968 · 4.5 out of 5 (1434 reviews)

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    What others say about Arenal 1968

    Nutzer loben die gute Organisation, gut markierte Wege und variable Routenlängen des Anbieters. Guides vermitteln fundiertes Wissen über Natur und Vulkan. Einige kritisieren den hohen Eintrittspreis und mangelnde touristische Zusatzinformationen.

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Categories

  • Hiking

Where you'll find it

Arenal 1968 · Arenal 1968 Volcano View and Lava Trails, Calle Real el Castillo, Provinz Alajuela, San Carlos, Costa Rica

Map: Hike across lava fields with a direct view of Arenal© Mapbox © OpenStreetMapArenal 1968

What else you can do nearby

Photo credits: Blue Pass Arenal Volcano Hike, Arenal Observatory Lodge, Ecotermales Fortuna

Arenal Volcano Hiking

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