La Fortuna Waterfall

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Reviews of La Fortuna Waterfall

4.7
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2/5 - Disappointing

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I think going $18 pp is a bit steep and if you don't get to swim it's even more disappointing. We decided not to waste money here. Perhaps to see a waterfall Mistico is a better choice. Perhaps spend the cash on a hot springs resort entrance and enjoy the view of the volcano while taking a dip in the hot pools

5/5 - Excellent

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Must see!!!

5/5 - Excellent

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Water is very cold so be prepared for that also best to have water shoes for the walk into the waterfall.

5/5 - Excellent

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Wear, non skid water shoes and be ready to walk up and down many many many stairs.

5/5 - Excellent

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Be ready for a nice hike, not recommended for children under 8.

5/5 - Excellent

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This waterfall is breathtaking, but it is impossible for anyone with limited mobility. It is a very steep climb down and then back up about 5-600. Very strenuous, not many senior citizens took the walk. Rocks at the base of the waterfall are incredibly slippery and not easy to navigate, even with a teenager. But soooo worth it if you can endure some physicality. Restaurant at the top of the stairs serves a fantastic lunch menu.

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Arenal Waterfall Lodge

Arenal Waterfall Lodge

3 out of 5
300 Mts north of Fortuna Waterfall, La Fortuna, Alajuela
Arenal Waterfall Lodge
Tifakara Boutique Hotel & Birding Oasis

Tifakara Boutique Hotel & Birding Oasis

3.5 out of 5
300m oeste de Catarata de La Fortuna, La Fortuna
Tifakara Boutique Hotel & Birding Oasis
Arenal Waterfall Lodge Villas

Arenal Waterfall Lodge Villas

3.5 out of 5
350 Mts North La Fortuna Waterfall, La Fortuna, Alajuela
Arenal Waterfall Lodge Villas
Hotel Lomas del Volcán

Hotel Lomas del Volcán

3.5 out of 5
4.5 Km NW of Fortuna, San Carlos, La Fortuna, Alajuela
Hotel Lomas del Volcán
Casa Luna Hotel & Spa

Casa Luna Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
1.5km S & 1.5km W from Catholic Church, Off Waterfall Road, La Fortuna, Alajuela
Casa Luna Hotel & Spa
Flora Glamping de Abuela

Flora Glamping de Abuela

3 out of 5
Diag. 301, La Fortuna, Provincia de Alajuela
Flora Glamping de Abuela
Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul

Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul

3 out of 5
entrance to La Fortuna Waterfall, La Fortuna
Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul
Yellow Tree Suites

Yellow Tree Suites

3.5 out of 5
Del Super Cristia 4 / 1200 Calle 506 Sur, 803 Calle, 503 Oeste, La Fortuna, Alajuela
Yellow Tree Suites
Catarata Eco-Lodge

Catarata Eco-Lodge

2.5 out of 5
1 Km South From Z-13, La Fortuna, Alajuela
Catarata Eco-Lodge
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