La Fortuna Area - this small community is approximately 400 meters above sea level, and 16 km ( 9.5 miles ) from the entrance to Arenal Volcano National Park.

La Fortuna serves as an ideal base from which to enjoy the volcano, Lake Arenal, Caño Negro Reserve, and the many other outdoor activities, i.e. windsurfing, fishing, mountain biking, and white water rafting. The town of La Fortuna contains several small hotels/cabinas, restaurants and souvenir shops, all of which are within walking distance.

There are several travel/adventure agencies which can arrange local tours in the surrounding area. As you depart La Fortuna, heading towards Lake Arenal, numerous larger hotels are situated along the roadside, inlcuding several which are presently under construction. Terrific views of the volcano can be seen from these hotels, as well as from the roadside.

From La Fortuna, buses depart to San Jose and Tiliran, which is located on the west side of Lake Arenal.