Day 3 - MVHS Costa Rica

We left our hotel in San Jose and drove to Arenal, many of us admittedly getting motion sick with the scenic but winding rural roads. On our way, we stopped at a souvenir shop and saw some interesting knick knacks. We even got to pick out many souvenirs for our loved ones at home, including hand made crafts! Once we got to the resort we had delicious food for lunch including a dish of meat tacos, beautifully plated. As a group we also stopped to see howler monkeys and sloths on the side of the road!

Once we started to hike it was very hot. We learned about a specific plant that closes when you touch it. While on our hike we were learning about pineapples and how to tell they’re ripe, even in 87.7 degrees fahrenheit. Ever wanted to know how to tell a pineapple is good? Big eyes, symmetrical shape, yellow color at the very bottom, healthy green crown!

We reached the viewing point of the volcano and were able to take amazing photos of not only the volcano, but the Arenal lake! This is the largest artificial lake here and was created as a hydro-electric project after the 1968 volcano eruption.

Once we made the journey back down the mountain, we checked into the hotel to relax at the resort. With beautiful hot springs and pools it was a great way to relax after the hike. We swam and then ate a delicious dinner, a great way to end a long fun day.