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La Fortuna, Provincia de Alajuela, Costa Rica

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How much money will you need for your trip to La Fortuna? You should plan to spend around ₡52,707 ($100) per day on your vacation in La Fortuna, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent, on average, ₡14,059 ($27) on meals for one day and ₡10,645 ($20) on local transportation. Also, the average hotel price in La Fortuna for a couple is ₡51,915 ($98). So, a trip to La Fortuna for two people for one week costs on average ₡737,892 ($1,394). All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.

  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    52,707
  • One Week Per person
    368,946
  • 2 Weeks Per person
    737,892
  • One Month Per person
    1,581,197
  • One Week For a couple
    737,892
  • 2 Weeks For a couple
    1,475,784
  • One Month For a couple
    3,162,394
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A vacation to La Fortuna for one week usually costs around ₡368,946 for one person. So, a trip to La Fortuna for two people costs around ₡737,892 for one week. A trip for two weeks for two people costs ₡1,475,784 in La Fortuna. If you're traveling as a family of three or four people, the price person often goes down because kid's tickets are cheaper and hotel rooms can be shared. If you travel slower over a longer period of time then your daily budget will also go down. Two people traveling together for one month in La Fortuna can often have a lower daily budget per person than one person traveling alone for one week.



How expensive is La Fortuna? How much money do I need for La Fortuna?

How much does a trip to La Fortuna cost? Is La Fortuna cheap or expensive? The average La Fortuna trip cost is broken down by category here. All of these La Fortuna prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers to find the price of travel in the area.

Accommodation Budget in La Fortuna
Average Daily Costs

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The average price paid for one person for accommodation in La Fortuna is ₡25,957. For two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room, the average price paid for a hotel room in La Fortuna is ₡51,915. This cost is from the reported spending of actual travelers.


  • Accommodation1 Hotel or hostel for one person
    25,957
  • Accommodation1 Typical double-occupancy room
    51,915

Hotel Prices in La Fortuna

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Actual Hotel Prices
The average hotel room price in La Fortuna based on data provided by Kayak for actual hotel rooms is $91. (Prices in U.S. Dollars, before taxes & fees.)

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Transportation Budget in La Fortuna
Average Daily Costs

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  • The cost of a taxi ride in La Fortuna is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent ₡10,645 per person, per day, on local transportation in La Fortuna.


  • Transportation1 Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    10,645

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Flights to La Fortuna
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Rental Cars in La Fortuna
The price of renting a car in La Fortuna will depends on dates, the type of car, the location, and your age. We recommend Kayak because they can find the best deals across all car rental companies.



Food Budget in La Fortuna
Average Daily Costs

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  • While meal prices in La Fortuna can vary, the average cost of food in La Fortuna is ₡14,059 per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in La Fortuna should cost around ₡5,624 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in La Fortuna is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.


  • Food2 Meals for one day
    14,059

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Entertainment Budget in La Fortuna
Average Daily Costs

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  • Entertainment and activities in La Fortuna typically cost an average of ₡22,372 per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.


  • Entertainment1 Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    22,372

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Alcohol Budget in La Fortuna
Average Daily Costs

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  • The average person spends about ₡5,626 on alcoholic beverages in La Fortuna per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.


  • Alcohol2 Drinks for one day
    5,626


Water Budget in La Fortuna
Average Daily Costs

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  • On average, people spend ₡991 on bottled water in La Fortuna per day. The public water in La Fortuna is considered safe to drink.


  • Water2 Bottled water for one day
    991


La Fortuna On a Budget
La Fortuna Volcan Arenal, Costa Rica
La Fortuna is in San Carlos, in the province of Alajuela. It is the closest town to Arenal Volcano, and the area is often simply refered to as Arenal. The volcano itself is active and has been constantly erupting since 1968. It erupts on average 41 times a day. This area of northern Costa Rica is one of the most visited tourist destinations in the country.

The best time to view the erupting volcano is at night when the lava is glowing. There are a handful of relatively expensive hotels that offer direct views of the volcano. If you're desperate to see the eruption at night, these are the best places to stay.
Sights
Most people travel to La Fortuna to see Arenal Volcano. It is often cited by scientists as being one of the top ten or top twenty most active volcanoes in the world.

Other sites near La Fortuna include Fortuna Waterfall, which can be reached by either horse or car, and Lake Arenal. Head to the village of El Castillo for the best views of Lake Arenal and Arenal Volcano. The Arenal Butterfly Conservatory is also popular, as is canyoneering and whitewater rafting. There are also some nearby hot springs which are wonderfully relaxing. If you book a volcano viewing tour, it may include a visit to a hot springs spa. It is best to inquire about this ahead of time. For even more ideas, check out this list of 20 awesome things to do in Arenal.

If you're looking to enjoy the natural river and a few nearby waterfalls, head to Tabaconcito Hot Springs. It's free to enter. Alternatively, there are several developed, spa like pools that take great advantage of the hot springs as well. The most popular are Tabacon Hot Springs, Ecothermales Hot Springs, and Baldi Hot Springs. Each facility includes several pools, some with water slides. You'll also find a poolside bar which livens up the atmosphere at night.
Neighborhoods
La Fortuna is a small town that sees many tourists. As such, there are a decent number of amenities available to visitors. The town has a medic station, but serious enjoys require evacuation from town. There is also a police station, gas station, three banks, three grocery stores, a decent number of restaurants, a post office, and a hardware store.

You'll also find no shortage of hostels and hotels in town. There is a dramatic range of prices and quality, so whatever your travel style, you can be assured you will find something to meet your needs in La Fortuna.

Activities
There is no shortage of adventure activities available around La Fortuna. Visitors enjoy white water rafting, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, mountain biking, ziplining, horseback riding, bungee jumping, and zip-lining. For those who wish to relax, there are several spas and hot springs in the area that are well worth a visit.

It's possible to book organized tours that take you to many places in the area. This can be an efficient way to explore the sights if you're on a tight schedule. Confirm what is included in your tour, including food and equipment, before finalizing arrangements.
Food and Dining
There are a handful of cheap places to eat in La Fortuna. These include Que Rico Arenal, which is Italian and offers views of the volcano, Kioro, also near the volcano, and Los Nenes, which is known for its cheap options.

The town has three small grocery stores where you can pick up snacks or food to carry with you on a hike. It's also possible to prepare your own meals if you're on a particularly tight budget.

Transportation
There is an airport in La Fortuna. This is the closest airport to Arenal Volcano, but flying to the area is not common. Most visitors arrive via car or bus. The town is less than ten kilometers from the volcanoes peak and less than twenty kilometers from the entrance to Arenal Volcano National Park. It is helpful to have a vehicle to make the trip. Alternatively, it is possible to organize tours to most sights in the area. Many tours visit multiple sights in one day and often include activities such as spa visits, whitewater rafting, or zip-lining. Inquire at any of the area's tourist offices or within your hotel.


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1 Categories averaged on a per-item basis.
2 Categories averaged on a per-day basis.
For example, the Food2 daily average is for all meals for an entire day, while Entertainment1 is for each individual purchase.


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Travel Tips

Arenal Butterfly Conservatory

By backpackguru in Entertainment
If you have the time, it's worth checking out Arenal Butterfly Conservatory which is just outside of the town of Fortuna. It's a great way to learn about local species of butterflies as well as frog, insects and more. The facility consists of six atrium habitats that represent the four microclimates including the lowland habitat, highland habitat, edge of forest habitat, and inside of forest habitat. There's also a variety of greenhouses, laboratories, and a beautiful orchid atrium. There are also a few outdoor trails where you can experience the rainforst and see animals such as monkeys, toucans, and parrots. The conservatory costs $12.

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