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Equestrian JourneysMore than a Horse Trek. It's Costa Rican Culture,Volcanoes, Professional Naturalist Guides, Rainforest, Nature, and of course fabulous Costa Rican Horses! Next Trek July 14th - 19th,2012 With 3 Star Parelli Instructors: Susan Nelson and Maurice Thilbault. Limited to 8 trekkers.

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Vinculo con CaballoTherapeutic Horseback Riding at Leaves and Lizards.

Febuary 2010Four Year Anniversary-watch the evolution of Leaves and Lizards!

• Leaves and Lizards Arenal Volcano Cabin Retreat

ARENAL VOLCANO

A visit to Volcan Arenal is the quintessential Costa Rica volcano experience. The black conical shape rises imposingly from pristine primary rainforest. Imagine yourself rocking gently in a hammock on the porch of your private cabin enjoying the best view of Arenal, sipping a tropical drink while listening to Howler monkeys complain about the afternoon rain. As the sun sets, the smoking boulders that roll down the steep slopes of Arenal become firey red, creating a magnificent fireworks display, compliments of Mother Nature. Our vision at Leaves and Lizards is to create a perfect blend of Adventure, Discovery and Tranquility for each guest - follow our Costa Rican adventures on our blog HERE.

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We invite you to explore our site and discover our little slice of paradise. Whether you are looking for a vacation that is adventure filled or relaxed or a combination, we work closely with you to create your perfect Costa Rica experience! We are considered one of the best Horseback Riding Destinations in Costa Rica.

Read our Guestbook to see what some of our guests have to say about their stay at the best hotel in Arenal La Fortuna Costa Rica! Find out why we are #1 on Trip Advisor!

TOP TEN LEAVES AND LIZARDS EXPERIENCES

1. Watching the sunrise light up Arenal while lying in your bed listening to the sounds of the waking forest.
2. Trekking at the base of active Arenal, as boulders crack and bounce down the steep sides and hearing the occasional pressure releasing, thunder-like rumble.
3. Walking behind a waterfall and jumping into the refreshing pool below the falls.
4. Connecting with your horse while riding through pastures and forest.
5. Learning about the wildlife in the rainforest and discovering how the forest is so intertwined.
6. Spotting a Chestnut Mandibled Toucan in a tree in front of your private porch.
7. Collecting your own breakfast fixings: Milking a cow, making cheese, gathering eggs, caring for the piggies, tending the goats and picking fruit.
8. Cultural exchanges during one of our community tourism experiences.
9. Sharing with other guests at dinner in our Lava Lizard Restaurant.
10. Escaping to our little piece of paradise-disconnect to re-energize!