Rincon de la Vieja National Park Tour: A Unique Journey Through Volcanic Landscapes and Rich Biodiversity
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Rincon de la Vieja National Park is a natural paradise with geothermal activity, extraordinary wildlife, and lush vegetation, resulting in an unforgettable adventure. Fumaroles, hot springs, and bubbling mud pots are revealed on this tour of the park’s stunning volcanic landscapes.
Explore tropical forests, waterfalls, and spectacular viewpoints on scenic hiking trails while witnessing beautiful orchids, monkeys, and birds. The Rincon de la Vieja National Park tour offers a wonderful glimpse of Costa Rica’s natural beauty for nature lovers and adventurers.
Discover the Rincon de la Vieja National Park Photo Gallery
Our curated photo gallery highlights the beauty of Rincon de la Vieja National Park. Each image captures the park’s unique geothermal features, lush landscapes, and vibrant wildlife, offering a visual tour of this ecological gem. These photos display the park’s stunning scenery, from bubbling mud pots and steaming fumaroles to verdant trails and cascading waterfalls. Inspired by the breathtaking views, plan your own adventure to experience these wonders firsthand.
What is Included?
- Tour Guide
- Lunch
- Water
What is Excluded?
- Breakfast and Dinner
- Equipment
- Flashlights
- Open Bar
- Snacks
- Transportation
Know Before You Go
- We pick up from various hotels, residences, and private homes. After you’re picked up from your hotel, we’ll stop for breakfast or coffee. Then, depending on where you are picked up, the journey will be one or two hours to the Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park, where the hike begins in the Pailas Sector.
- The tour takes hikers through a variety of environments, including rocky and steep paths. Having a moderate level of physical fitness is advised.
- Pack a waterproof jacket and wear layers because the weather can change quickly. Especially in the rainy season, be ready for rain.
- To protect yourself from the sun and insects, bring sunglasses, insect repellent, a hat, and sunscreen. To stay hydrated, you must have a reusable water bottle.
- Since fumaroles and hot springs can be dangerous, stay on designated trails and follow all safety signs.
- To guarantee a secure and joyful visit for all, abide by the park’s rules and regulations in addition to any instruction you may receive from your guide.
- During the tour, minimize your ecological footprint and dispose of all trash out of respect for the environment.
- We are required by the Ministry of Tourism and the National Park System of Costa Rica to provide particular information for each client who visits the national parks, as a result of a recent mandate. It is essential that you provide us with your details as soon as possible after making your reservation. This includes your full name as it appears on your passport, your passport number and the country that issues the passport.
- You have to bring a photocopy of your passport.
Tour Description
This full-day tour of Rincon de la Vieja National Park features a moderate two-hour hike through the park’s diverse wildlife, flora, and volcanic activity. Following the hike, you’ll visit the spectacular Oropendola Waterfall for swimming and relaxation. After a traditional Costa Rican lunch, unwind at the hot springs and enjoy a volcanic mud bath for a truly rejuvenating experience.
Tour Location
Rincon de la Vieja National Park extends 25 kilometers (15.5 miles) northeast of Liberia in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. The park stretches 141 square kilometers (54 square miles) in the Cordillera de Guanacaste mountain range and is easily accessible from the city and other Costa Rican regions. It offers stunning views of the surrounding landscapes.
FAQs
Are there any safety issues that I need to be mindful of?
In particular, pay attention to the directions of the guide and always stay on designated trails when near geothermal features like fumaroles and hot springs.
Are the hot springs and mud baths safe?
Yes, the volcanic mud baths and hot springs are a soothing way to end the tour and are completely safe. Observe all instructions given by the tour guide.
Are there restrooms available for the duration of the tour?
Yes, there are restrooms available at several locations across the park, such as the main gate and the area by the hot springs.
Tours Itinerary: Rincón de la Vieja National Park
This exciting itinerary highlights the best of Rincón de la Vieja National Park. Designed to provide a memorable and enriching experience, each activity immerses you in the park’s stunning volcanic landscapes and diverse ecosystems.
Pick-up
Your guide will be waiting for you at the National Park at 9:00 a.m. For an extra charge, we can provide transportation if you need it. To receive an official pick-up time the day before the tour, please get in touch with us.
Hike in Rincon de la Vieja National Park
Throughout the hike, your guide ( a native of the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano), will assist you in spotting a variety of wildlife, including turkeys, coatis, toucans, capuchin monkeys, howler monkeys, and much more. You’ll pause to see the bubbling mud pots, fumaroles, and small crater caused by volcanic activity.
Oropendola Waterfall
After the hike, you will stroll a short distance off the beaten path to reach to the Oropendola Waterfall, which is located outside the park and has a blue lagoon where you can swim.
Buffet Lunch
After your swim in magical Oropendola Waterfall, you’ll be driven back to enjoy a hearty, full buffet lunch. You will have access to many options including dietary restrictions like vegan, gluten-free, etc. The buffet includes a salad bar, a dessert bar, a variety of entrees and sides, fresh juice, coffee, and tea.
Hot Springs
You can also participate in our volcanic mud “bath,” which involves applying volcanic clay mud to your entire body like a spa “masque” and then washing it off with a cool river water shower once it has dried. You’ll feel amazing after dipping into the hot springs water!
Volcanic Mud Bath
You can also participate in our volcanic mud “bath,” which involves applying volcanic clay mud to your entire body like a spa “masque” and then washing it off with a cool river water shower once it has dried. You’ll feel amazing after dipping into the hot springs water!
Drop Off
After your tour is over we will drop you off at the same location you were picked up.
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