Alajuela, Costa Rica

La Fortuna itineraries

2 day-by-day La Fortuna itineraries, planned by travelers and our AI travel agents. Most people spend 5 days here, and the stops they include most often are Organico Fortuna, Arenal Volcano View and Lava Trails and Chifa La Familia Feliz. Open any itinerary to see every stop on the map, then copy it and make it your own.

  • 2itineraries
  • 5days, typically
  • 12popular stops
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What's on in Costa Rica

What happens through the year, and what it means for your trip.

Festivals

  • Fiestas PalmaresJanuary · Palmares regionOne of the biggest festivals with parades, music, and traditional events attracting many visitors.
  • Envision FestivalFebruary to March · Uvita, southern Pacific coastA popular music and arts festival attracting international visitors, expect lively crowds and vibrant atmosphere.
  • Semana Santa (Holy Week)March to AprilReligious processions and events occur, and many locals travel, so some tourist areas may be crowded or have limited services.
  • Día de la IndependenciaSeptemberNational Independence Day features parades and cultural celebrations, offering a glimpse into Costa Rican patriotism.

Seasons

  • Green Season (Rainy Season)May to NovemberExpect afternoon showers and lush landscapes; fewer tourists and lower prices make it a good time for nature lovers.
  • Dry SeasonDecember to AprilThis is the best time for beach visits and outdoor activities with little rain and plenty of sunshine.

Closures

  • Christmas and New YearDecemberMany businesses close or have reduced hours; book accommodations early as this is a busy travel period.

Written with AI from well-known facts and checked by our rules. Dates that follow the moon move each year.

Public holidays in Costa Rica

The next 12 months. Banks, offices and some shops close on these days.

  • Fri 25 DecChristmas Day
  • Fri 1 Jan 2027New Year's Day
  • Thu 25 Mar 2027Maundy Thursday
  • Fri 26 Mar 2027Good Friday
  • Sun 11 Apr 2027Juan Santamaría Day
  • Sat 1 May 2027International Labor Day

Good to know about Costa Rica

Capital
San Jose
Currency
Costa Rican colón (CRC)
Dialing code
+506
Time zone
America/Costa_Rica