Surrounding La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Lake Arenal
A few miles west of the Arenal Volcano, the lake Arenal was created around 1979. The reservoir derived from the energy equivalent to more than half of the current electricity in the country.
The Arenal lake is by the high wind speeds a real paradise for windsurfers.
The often represented fish species such as La Machaca and Lubina attract many anglers here.
Even woodpeckers, hummingbirds and about 300 other birds can be seen here and make the region attractive for ornithologists.
La Fortuna Waterfall
Fortuna waterfall with a drop of about 70 meters, is another attraction near Fortuna.
The waterfall is located about 5km outside the town at the foot of the dormant volcano Chato.
The hike to the waterfall from La Fortuna takes about an hour and as a reward beckons a refreshing bath at the foot of the waterfall.
Most tourists, however, proceed with the taxi to the waterfall. There are also horseback tours offered.