There is little doubt that Arenal Volcano is perhaps one of Costa Rica’s top national treasures and landmarks. Being almost perfectly cone shaped, it is amongst the most beautiful of natural features and to photograph the grandeur, one has to be in certain locations. Here are the best viewpoints that way you will not be a victim of missing out on something.
1. Arenal Volcano National Park
This is the closest place which one can have a direct view of the volcano. There are several trails which bring you to scenic spots where one can view the Arenal in all its vastness. Among these the Las Coladas Trail proved to be very popular since it provides some panoramic glimpses of the old lava coastline and the volcano .
2. Mirador 1968
This viewpoint is situated on a private farm and so it encompasses history and scenic beauty to the visitor. Here, not only can you have a bird’s eye view of the island, but you can also discover the enormous explosion in 1968 that marked the geographical face-lifting of the area.
3. Arenal Observatory Lodge
For those who want to have the awesome view of Arenal, then a good place to stay would be at the Arenal Observatory Lodge. From this angle it is possible to look at the volcano and Lake Arenal and it is stunning, especially if observed at sunrise.
4. Lake Arenal
If you seek a different opinion then travel to Lake Arenal. Here there is beautiful outlook of the volcanic cones reflected on the water surface of the lake. It has been design to be an ideal place to go boating or it can be used just as a vantage point to watch the flow of water along the shore.
5. Sky Adventures Arenal Park
Do you love thrill-seeking? Well if that was the case then this park is for you. We also have zip lines here in Sky Adventures where one feels the thrill of the volcano while on the line viewing the volcano. They also have a gondola that will take the tourist to another viewpoint with marvelous view.
Seeing Arenal Volcano from these viewpoints is possible because scouting it from different angles is possible. Whatever kind of tourists you are, those who prefer quiet walks in the woods, or just a beautiful view while staying at a hotel, or lovers of extreme and emotional trips, you will surely be impressed by these places during your trip to Costa Rica. Don’t forget your camera!