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Lava Field

Lava Field

Lava field near the bottom of Arenal.

Scary Bridge

Scary Bridge

This bridge on a highway through Costa Rica's jungle stretched over a muddy river. The slats of metal and concrete were easily seen through to the waters below. It wasn't a comfortable feeling passing this bridge. However, we figured if the truck ahead made it through, then surely our micro-car would make it.

Costa Rican Beach

Costa Rican Beach

Coastal beach in Costa Rican national park. The waves in this inlet were calmingly mild. Walking through the park, you would see monkeys, various birds, and vines along the shoreline.

Monkey and baby

Monkey and baby

In the national park, on the coast, we came across this monkey and her baby (on her back).

Costa Rican Hot Baths

Costa Rican Hot Baths

Volcanic runoff warms the waters in these baths. In a private bar and bath, waters from 155 to 180F soothe travelers. The clouds are from the volcano right behind this pool.

Arenal volcano

Arenal volcano

Arenal. An active volcano we could see as we ate breakfast, next to our hotel.