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Moemg, as of last week, the weather was wonderful on both the Caribbean and Pacific coasts. This week, I was told that the Caribbean side is starting to get into rainy season. I think rainy season officially starts in May.
I preferred the dry season as it makes hiking a lot easier. However, if you like whitewater rafting, etc., the rainy season may be better. All rivers are really low right now.
Oldbabe, the volcano is actually Poas, just a couple of hours north of San Jose. It was an easy hike. From what I gather, there is a lot more to do in Arenal than Poas.
I stayed in a beachside hostel called Hotel Lucy in the town of Montezuma. It's a tiny place with a handful of rooms. The location is wonderful but it's best suited for low-maintenance people. The state of the shared bathroom is hit-and-miss, and they don't take reservations or speak English. Most people who stay there are backpackers. On the other hand, it's extremely cheap. I think a single room was $15/day, and dorms were $9/bed. It has a fully functional kitchen and has it's own beach.
From Montezuma, Isla Tortuga is a 40-minute boat ride. Most people go there for a daytrip, including snorkeling, sometime to relax on the island, and lunch.
I'll try to post a couple more pictures of 1) hotel Lucy, 2) Isla Tortuga, and 3) Cabo Blanco Reserve, also near Montezuma.
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