Cano Negro National Wildlife Refuge

A view of the clouds and sky reflecting off the waters of the Río Frío near the Nicaraguan border.

Flip the photo over and it looks almost the same!

We booked a boat tour though anywherecostarica.com along the Río Frío in the Caño Negro wildlife area.

Absolutely worth it! They pick you up right at your hotel, take you to the boat, spend a couple hours on the river spotting wildlife, provide lunch and drop you back off at your hotel.

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A great egret (Ardea alba) perched along the Río Frío near the Nicaraguan border in the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge.

A Hoffmann's two-toed sloth (Choloepus hoffmanni) extremely well camouflaged in the canopy above the Río Frío near the Nicaraguan border in the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge.

When not busy performing the miracle of walking on water, the Jesus Lizard or the emerald basilisk (Basiliscus plumifrons) likes to soak up the sun along the Río Frío near the Nicaraguan border in the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge.

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Activities

Popular places to visit

Rio Celeste Waterfall

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rio Celeste Waterfall during your travels in Katira. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and seek out the hiking trails.

Rio Frio Marina

Explore the waterfront in Los Chiles with a trip to Rio Frio Marina. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Medio Queso Wetlands

You can take time to visit Medio Queso Wetlands during your travels to Los Chiles. Wander the marina and parks while you're in the area.

San Carlos Fort

You can learn about the history of San Carlos when you stop by San Carlos Fort. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Upala Central Park

Explore the great outdoors at Upala Central Park, a lovely green space in Upala. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Venado Caves

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Venado Caves during your travels in San Rafael de Guatuso. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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Hideaway Rio Celeste

700 meter west of national park Tenorio Katira Alajuela

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

9 Km West and 3.5 km North of La Fortuna Monterrey Alajuela

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

7 Km West From La Fortuna La Fortuna Alajuela

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

6 km oeste del Parque Central La Fortuna

Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

From Fortuna center 7km towards Volcano La Fortuna Alajuela

Hotel Mountain Paradise

Arenal Volcano La Fortuna Alajuela

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

13 Km Oeste del Centro La Fortuna Alajuela

The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only

2.5mi / 4km from Fortuna La Fortuna Alajuela

Arenal Paraíso Resort & Thermo Mineral Hot Springs

La Palma La Fortuna Alajuela

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