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Volcán Arenal (Arenal Volcano) Description: One of the world’s most active volcanoes, Arenal, with its classic cone-shaped crater, can be seen from anywhere in the surrounding area, even the cafés of the nearest town, La Fortuna. The volcano had lain dormant for over 400 years until 1968, when it erupted, forming a lava landscape around the base. Research centre Arenal Observatory Lodge provides excellent views and Arenal Volcano National Park offers trails around the slopes and views of the summit; there are also hot spring spas with views over the surrounding area. The volcano’s intermittent daily eruptions create vast clouds of ash in the sky and huge booms. At night, the view is even more spectacular, as molten rocks and lava tumble down the slopes, creating a dramatic ‘firework’ display that is fortunately always at least five kilometres (three miles) away. Contact Addresses: Arenal Observatory Lodge, PO Box 321-1007, Centro Colón, Costa Rica Tel: (506) 290 7011. Fax: (506) 290 8427. E-mail: info@arenal-observatory.co.cr Website: www.arenal-observatory.co.cr Transportation: Air: Juan Santamaria International Airport (San José) or Daniel Oduber Airport. Road: Coach: Services to La Fortuna (from San José and Ciudad Quesada). Car: Pan-American Highway (from San José). Opening Times: Arenal Volcano National Park: Daily 0800-1600; night tours depart from La Fortuna at 1800. Admission Fees: Arenal Volcano National Park: US$6 (adult), free (child under 12). 
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