Nature in Alajuela Province in Costa Rica
Alajuela is a province in the northern central part of Costa Rica. It is a wedge of land just south of Nicaragua going down to north-western San José area. It also holds cities like Atenas, Alajuela, Grecia, Palmares, San Ramon, and La Fortuna. This is also where Juan Santamaría International Airport (San José Airport) is.
Here you can find places like:
- Arenal Volcano and La Fortuna Area
- Part of Monteverde Area
- Caño Negro Area
- Volcán Poás Area
- Boca Tapada Area
- Part of Volcán Tenorio Area
See all Places in Alajuela Province in a sortable grid.
Check out other Places to the West in Guanacaste Province, or to the South in Puntarenas or in San José Provinces, or to the East in Heredia Province.
See a map of All Provinces in Costas Rica.
In total 187 Places of all categories have been published.
48 Places in total (many more to come).
Alphabetical Listing
48 places in total (many more to come).

Mariposario Alas del Destino
This is a Butterfly Farm where they breed butterflies to sell all over the world. They accept visitors.
Alternate Name: Butterfly Garden
Address: Mariposario Alas del Destino Butterfly Garden, barrio el jardín norte, Alajuela Province, San Carlos, Costa Rica
Province: Alajuela Province
Place Categories: Butterfly Farms / Gardens, Nature
Activities & Services: Butterfly Farms / Breeders, Restaurant
Web Site: https://alasdeldestinovene.wixsite.com/alas-del-destino

Místico Arenal Hanging Bridges
At least 460 Species of birds have been seen here.
Alternate Name: Arenal Místico Park
Address: Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park, Alajuela Province, La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Province: Alajuela Province
Place Categories: Hanging Bridges, Nature
Activities & Services: Birdwatching / Birding, Butterfly Watching / Garden, Hanging Bridges, Hiking & Trekking, Horseback Riding, Night Walks
Web Site: https://www.misticopark.com/

Nectandra Cloud Forest Reserve
“Nectandra Cloud Forest Preserve is a horticultural display garden landscaped to exhibit the immense richness of the flora and fauna of Costa Rica.”
Prior reservation is required. We honor only reservations with advance payment 72 hours before the visit.
Address: Nectandra Cloud Forest Reserve, La Balsa, Alajuela Province, Alajuela, Costa Rica
Province: Alajuela Province
Place Categories: Botanical Gardens, Parks
Activities & Services: Coffee Shop, Hiking & Trekking
Web Site: https://nectandra.com/

Organico Fortuna
They have an organic market, a restaurant, and a coffee bar located in La Fortuna.
Family run and sharing a healthy lifestyle & top quality food options.
Address: Organico Fortuna, Alajuela Province, La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Province: Alajuela Province
Place Categories: Food & Drinks, Organic Restaurants
Activities & Services: Coffee Tasting, Organic Market, Restaurant
Web Site: https://www.organicofortuna.com/

Origins Luxury Lodge
Address: Origins Luxury Lodge, Alajuela Province, Upala, Costa Rica
Province: Alajuela Province
Place Categories: Accommodations, ECO Lodges
Activities & Services: Birdwatching / Birding, Cocoa Farm Visit, Horseback Riding, Kayaking & Canoeing, Pool, Rafting, Spa, Tubing, Waterfall Tour, Yoga & Wellness
Web Site: https://originslodge.com/

Papa’s Place
Address: Papa's Place, Alajuela Province, San Carlos, Costa Rica
Province: Alajuela Province
Place Categories: Birdwatching & Hides, Hummingbird Gardens, Nature
Activities & Services: Birdwatching / Birding, Hummingbird Gallery / Garden, Night Walks, Photo Spots & Lookouts, Photography Tours / Workshops, Restaurant, Sloth Walks
Web Site: https://www.papas-place.com/

Poás Volcano National Park
Address: Poas Volcano National Park, Alajuela Province, Poás, Costa Rica
Province: Alajuela Province
Place Categories: National Parks, Parks
Activities & Services: Birdwatching / Birding, Photo Spots & Lookouts, Reptiles (Snakes & Lizards)
Web Site: https://www.sinac.go.cr/EN-US/ac/accvc/pnvp/Pages/default.aspx

Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center
Address: Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center, Alajuela Province, Alajuela, Costa Rica
Province: Alajuela Province
Place Categories: Animal Rescues, Nature
Activities & Services: Animal Rescue, Volunteer Work
Web Site: https://rescatewildlife.org/visit-us/

Rescue Center Costa Rica
Address: Rescue Center Costa Rica, Calle Guácima, Alajuela Province, Guácima, Guácima Abajo, Costa Rica
Province: Alajuela Province
Place Categories: Animal Rescues, Nature
Activities & Services: Animal Rescue
Web Site: https://www.rescuecenter.com/

Reserva Biológica Ecocentro Danaus
Alternate Name: Butterfly / Mariposas Garden
Address: Reserva Biológica Ecocentro Danaus, Alajuela Province, San Carlos, Costa Rica
Province: Alajuela Province
Place Categories: Butterfly Farms / Gardens, Nature
Activities & Services: Butterfly Farms / Breeders, Guided Tours, Night Walks, Volunteer Work
Web Site: https://www.ecocentrodanaus.com/en

San Luis Canopy
San Luis Adventure Park offers several options for the adventurous visitor.
Alternate Name: Parque Aventura San Luis
Address: San Luis Adventure Park, Alajuela Province, San Ramon, Costa Rica
Province: Alajuela Province
Place Categories: Birdwatching & Hides, Butterfly Farms / Gardens, Hummingbird Gardens, Nature
Activities & Services: Birdwatching / Birding, Butterfly Farms / Breeders, Butterfly Watching / Garden, Hiking & Trekking, Insects, Mammals, Rafting, Rappelling, Reptiles (Snakes & Lizards), Restaurant, Ziplining / Canopy
Web Site: https://www.parquesanluis.com/#!/pageHome

Sky Adventures Arenal
444 species listed on Ebird!
Address: Sky Adventures, Sky Adventures, Alajuela Province, La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Province: Alajuela Province
Place Categories: Sports, Ziplining & Canopy Tours
Activities & Services: Aerial Tram, Hanging Bridges, Ziplining / Canopy
Web Site: https://skyadventures.travel/

Sloth Watching Trail La Fortuna
Has a trail about 2 km long to watch Sloths and more.
Address: Sloth Watching Trail La Fortuna, Arenal Volcano Private Trail, Alajuela Province, La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Province: Alajuela Province
Place Categories: Animal Rescues, Nature
Activities & Services: Animal Rescue, Birdwatching / Birding, Cocoa Farm Visit, Coffee Farm Visit, Mammals, Night Walks
Web Site: https://www.slothwatchingtrail.com/

Tabacon Hot Springs
Address: Tabacon Hot Springs, Alajuela Province, La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Province: Alajuela Province
Place Categories: Hot Springs, Wellness
Activities & Services: Swiming
Web Site: https://tabacon.com/thermal-experience/

Tabacon Thermal Resort & Spa
Address: Tabacon Thermal Resort & Spa, Noreste de Centro de la Fortuna de San Carlos, Alajuela Province, Nuevo Arenal, Costa Rica
Province: Alajuela Province
Place Categories: Accommodations, Hot Springs, Hotels, Spas, Wellness
Activities & Services: Hot Spring, Restaurant, Spa
Web Site: https://www.tabacon.com/