La Fortuna

La Fortuna is a small town is located northwest of San Jose in Costa Rica. This town is considered ‘the gateway to Arenal Volcano National Park’, where you can find two volcanoes! With La Fortuna you can forget cookie-cutter tours and crowded beaches – we’re talking about immersive experiences that will create unforgettable memories. 

In La Fortuna you’ll be able to zip-line across misty cloud forests, soak in the secret hot springs or maybe learn to salsa with the locals – who really know how to move. No matter what you do in La Fortuna, with Not in the Guidebooks and our strict sustainability commitments, you’ll be treading lightly in these beautiful communities. We work with the local people to ensure you stay in locally run accommodations and engage in locally run activities, minimising the effects of tourism leakage and making your stay more responsible, without sacrificing any of the fun and adventure!

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