Visiting La Fortuna Waterfall: what to know
- Tickets
- Paid entry; check current prices
- Time needed
- 1.5 to 2 hours
- Best time
- Morning, or mid-afternoon
- Getting there
- About 10 minutes by car from La Fortuna
Costa Rica itineraries with La Fortuna Waterfall
La Fortuna Waterfall is on day 1
Day 1 of Costa Rica in 1 Week
San José to Arenal
How La Fortuna Waterfall fits into a day.- 8:00Drive from San José to La FortunaAlajuela
- 12:30Lunch in La FortunaLa Fortuna
- 15:00La Fortuna WaterfallLa Fortuna
- 19:00Hot springs in La FortunaLa Fortuna
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La Fortuna Waterfall FAQs
Can you swim at La Fortuna Waterfall?
Yes, in the pools downstream of the main drop.
How many steps are there?
About 500 each way.
Do I need to book?
No, tickets are sold at the entrance.
