Celeste River Hike & Tenorio Volcano National Park
Recommended only for EXPERT fitness levels.
We leave La Fortuna at 7:30 a.m. for this fascinating adventure combining a discovery of nature with the chance to observe wonderful flora and fauna.
The Celeste River zone is one of the most beautiful areas of Costa Rica. On the way we stop for a rest in a picturesque village and then continue towards the “Rio Celeste” in the Tenorio Volcano National Park. At park´s arrival we begin a 7 km (approximately 4 mile) hike which passes by the River Celeste Lagoon, a great place for taking photographs. Finally we arrive at the river it self where mother nature magically mixes the water of two crystal – clear streams, changing the water´s color to a beautiful bright, light –blue (hence the name “Rio Celeste” or Light-Blue River).
Next we continue to “Las Ollas” (the cooking pots) full of clay with therapeutic properties.
The hike continues on through the mountains on rough trails into the jungle, discovering an area of the volcano where gases are expelled at very high temperatures. At the end of a steep but interesting walk down, we get to see, in all splendor, the Rio Celeste Waterfall which is impressive not for its size but for its unique colors.
After the waterfall, there is a tough hike back to the park entrance where we are served a delicious, well – deserved lunch.
Tour includes: round trip transportation, certified naturalist guide, National Park entrance fee, water and lunch.
What to bring: hiking shoes, camera, binocular, swimming suit and towel, sun lotion, poncho and repellent.
Departure time: 7:30 a.m.
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