Arenal is a percolating volcano that graces the La Fortuna region. Every so often a bellowing occurs as steam blows out and molten rocks tumble down the side. We were taken on a late afternoon walk around the volcano's base and then as the sun set, we witnessed glowing red rocks in the far far distance. 1968 is the last time the volcano seriously errupted, destroying nearby towns and ending lives. Since then geologists have been studying the activities of Costa Rica's nine active volcanoes, with the hopes of averting such calamities. Altogether, Costa Rica has 119 volcanoes.
And as a result of Arenal's activity, there are many hotsprings in the region. Our tour included a dip in one that is based at the swanky Tabacon Hotel. We cavorted amongst dozens of pools, pounding hot waterfalls and an exciting waterslide. Afterwards we gorged on way too much food at the hotel's evening buffet.
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