Volcan Arenal

Arenal, Costa Rica

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October 16th 2006
Day 10. I´ve not the time I had planned here, so doing some power-sightseeing over the next few days. Started with a quick 2.5 km zip-wire tour through the canapies of the rain forest before breakfast. Then had a short break before hiking to Volcan Arenal (FACT: the largest active Volcano in the Americas and the 3rd most active in the world). We arrived at the Volcano in time for sunset, which is ... read more

Central America Caribbean » Costa Rica » Alajuela » Arenal

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Costa Rica is a Central American success story: since the late 19th century, only two brief periods of violence have marred its democratic development. Although still a largely agricultural country, it has expanded its economy to include strong techn... ... read more