Northern Highlands

Alajuela

Volcanoes, Coffee & Adventure

About Alajuela

Home to the iconic Arenal Volcano and some of Costa Rica's best coffee plantations. Alajuela offers dramatic volcanic landscapes, natural hot springs, and thrilling adventure activities. This is where travelers come to see a perfect volcano cone, soak in mineral-rich springs, and hike to a waterfall the locals have loved for generations.

What Alajuela is known for

Volcanoes & Hot Springs
Arenal Volcano, Poás Volcano, natural hot springs, and volcanic hiking trails.
Adventure Sports
Zip-lining, white water rafting, canyoneering, and hanging bridges.
Waterfalls & Lakes
La Fortuna Waterfall, Lake Arenal, hidden cascades, and jungle swimming holes.
Coffee Country
World-renowned coffee farms, plantations, and farm-to-cup traditions.

Tours that visit Alajuela

4 tours These tours visit Alajuela. Pickup is at your cruise pier or wherever you're staying.

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