Great view of the Arenal volcano! This private park costs $2 more than the park operated by their national government, so the total cost as of Dec 2022 is $19 per person. The hiking trail is intermediate with several areas where you are hiking over rocks of mixed sizes; it is recommended to have hiking shoes and/or shoes with a strong grip. There are also trails with varying inclines. Mid-trail you will find a lookout where you can see the Arenal volcano and a majestic view of Lake Arenal. At the end of the trail, you are rewarded with another beautiful view of the volcano in a gorgeous garden-like setting that surrounds their cafe. This is a must stop to sit back and enjoy the scenery. The cafe even has a second level just for staring out at the Arenal volcano, and is the perfect little stop if you have a tripod for photos. Great place to check out if you are in the area!

We took the longer "forest trail"; it was a very nice trail that went through the tropical forest and the lava trail; the trail was not difficult but long. The minus 2 points are for the very high cost of entering a national park. The charge is per person (not per car), and as a family of 5, we were charged ~ $125 (!!!!) to enter a national park which seems unjustified. The trail overall is beautiful...

I was expecting more. The trail was only 2 km long and although it was nice to see the difference between the forest and the vegetation growing in the lava fields, I was a little disappointed. When I am told I am going to hike a volcano, I got ready for that… we love hiking and this was more of a walk. Our guide was great. They have a diorama of the volcano and surrounding area.

Excellent hike with gorgeous views. It is considered an intermediate level for hikers. The weather had been sunny and cloudy and we could not see the peak of the volcano. At the end of the hike there is a lovely area to have drinks and food. While sitting there with our coffee, the cloud disappeared and we finally saw the peak. It was a great afternoon and next time I come to Costa Rica, I would do it again!

I want to get this message out loud and clear, if you are simply looking for volcano views, don't go here, you can get ones just as good for free from nearby roads. Its average at best, an much of that is because of the ridiculous price, $25 per person! I mean out that in context to visit a US national Park like I did last summer was $35 for multiples days and hike and sight see to your heart desire. This is 3 miles ( 5 KM) of trail IF you take the long way and a cue thats all. if your looking for trials and hiking there are also far better choices, especially if you are visiting Monteverde. Honestly if I understood better the lay of the lans id have opted for something else. This is NOT the Park by the way thats right next door down the road. Or the Observatory is $12 per person down the road whit trails. Honestly my least favor thing and biggest regret in 10 days in Costa Rica.

I have hiked the 1968 trail many times over the years, and each time is a whole new experience because you see different birds and wildlife. The new signage is top notch and makes it impossible to get turned around, and new paths have been cleared to view the lake which allows good bird watching. This is a wonderfully maintained trail and well worth the visit.

Arenal 1968 Volcano View & Trails was a lot of fun to visit. Our family hiked to the observatory tower which gives you a great view of the volcano and surrounding area above the tree canopy. There are numerous trails on-site which range from light walking to challenging hikes. You could really spend an entire day here or like us only a few hours. On the way out we grabbed some smoothies on-site. The drive there gets a bit rough but nothing too bad.

This felt a little less commercialised and off the beaten track compared to other attractions in the area. Not totally remote though, there’s still a welcome desk where they explain routes to you and the cafe at the end is a real treat and offers great views! All in all, a great and different (though not very accessible) kind of hike and we would recommend if you’re in the area! Oh, and the waiter in the cafe was fantastic but I can’t remember his name!!