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Arenal Natura Ecological Park

6 km towards to Arenal Volcano, La Fortuna de San Carlos, Arenal Volcano National Park 21007, Costa Rica
(506)2479-1616
4.5 of 5 stars 48 Reviews
Type: Amusement/ Theme Parks
Owner description: At Arenal Natura Ecological Park you will experience the natural world in a whole new way, where beautiful frogs, birds, reptiles, and their natural...... more » Owner description: At Arenal Natura Ecological Park you will experience the natural world in a whole new way, where beautiful frogs, birds, reptiles, and their natural habitats will have the starring role.We are located in a section of the tropical rainforest, at the base of the Arenal Volcano, home to a large quantity of species which, with the help of our guides, will give you a new way to view and enjoy these impressive, complex worlds. « less
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New York, NY
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

This was a tour that my husband booked through our resort where we stayed. Our guide was very professional, knowledgeable and friendly and made the strenuous hike to the closest point allowed for visitors to contemplate the majestic beauty that is the Arenal volcano a lot more bearable for all. i would only recommend this tour to able bodied souls... More

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Waterloo, Canada
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

We took a guided tour as part of a package (tour and Baldi Hot Springs) and it was very interesting to see the life around a volcano, as well as old lava flows. We learned a lot about the local trees and insects, and got to see a spider monkey and a rare white hawk! Definitely a good time! More

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Merrick, New York
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

our Nature guide was as excited in everything we saw as we were More

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Las Vegas, Nevada
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6 reviews 6 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

They give you all the assistance, friendly people, beautiful enviroment. Tropical gardens and just so nice More

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New York,NY
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7 reviews 7 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2012

This park is raw and pure, you will enjoy being away from modern conveniences like a cement walk way!! I know i DID! More

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Long Island
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2012

We got there when they opening early in the morning and really enjoyed the 3 hour guided tour with a very knowledgeable guide. Did not see another soul for the 3 hours and really enjoyed being alone in the jungle with the rivers and waterfalls. More

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Boston
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2012

The snakes were quite interesting but the frog exhibit was outstanding. I doubt you would ever see the small poison dart frogs in the wild. Our guide was extremely informative and enthusiastic. He even found a red eyed tree frog on a leaf outside the exhibit for us to hold and photograph. This park is only a 300 meter walk... More

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Haifa, Israel
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
63 helpful votes 63 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2012

the most of the time it was raining but we enjoy the park very much. More

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Fort Lauderdale, Florida
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2012

Easy walk, wonderful views and photo ops. Wear layers since it is always breezy. Panoramic view of Arenal Lake. More

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Wilmington, Delaware
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2012

We didn't get to spend a lot of time here, but the grounds were amazing. Tons of plants and birds. Very well maintained. A must see. More

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