Lake Arenal

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"Experience one of the most breathtaking views of Arenal Volcano on a stand-up paddle boarding adventure on Lake Arenal! You'll start the day by meeting a guide at the designated location and heading to the dock, where a boat will take you to the center of the lake! One of the highlights of this experience is getting up close and personal with Arenal Volcano. Paddle to a certain point in the middle of the lake, and the volcano will come into full view. You'll be able to see the detailed textures of the volcano's rock formations, and it's an incredible feeling to be so close to such a powerful natural wonder. You can book my excursion and others just like it through www.viator.com"
"There is a public entrance (called Arenal Boat Rental Association) where visitors can pay an entrance fee and rent non motirized equipment as well as a boat and boat driver - Lots of hotels and airbnbs in the small towns along the lake coast - Great place to stop for a night or two if driving between Guanacaste and La Fortuna "
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"Catch rainbows around this massive lake! There are quite a few short hikes around the lake but if you can't make time to stop by, this lake is on the way to Monteverde so you can catch a good view on the way there."

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