Cerro Chirripó is located in the Talamanca mountain range. It was set up in 1975 on 50,950 ha (125,900 acres) of land.  This park has important geomorphological characteristics, with various examples of intact glacial features such as small U-shaped valleys, terminal moraines, lakes and cirques that formed about 35,000 years ago due to the action […] The post 2024 Complete Guide to Hiking Cerro Chirripó, Costa Rica appeared first on Costa Rica Travel Blog and Tips by Locals ..read more

Costa Rica, renowned for its lush landscapes, is home to numerous national parks that showcase the country’s dedication to conservation. Among these treasures is the Gandoca Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge. It’s a must-visit for every type of traveler, whether they are solo adventurers, families, wildlife aficionados, or hiking enthusiasts. Situated in Manzanillo, Limón, on the southern […] The post Exploring Gandoca Manzanillo Refuge with Kids appeared first on Costa Rica Travel Blog and Tips by Locals ..read more

The first time that I hear the term altitude sickness was working as a volunteer coordinator and I got an email from a girl saying: ”My home is at sea level and I am concerned about altitude there”. At that time I didn’t quite understand her concern until we started hiking higher altitudes like the […] The post Altitude Sickness: Is it common in Costa Rica? appeared first on Costa Rica Travel Blog and Tips by Locals ..read more

So ready for Post-Covid travel? If you are looking to visit this exotic side of Costa Rica that will let you relax in those white sand beaches surrounded by nature and the unique vibe of our Caribbean side. Back in January 2021, after our Christmas trip to the United States, we were so ready to […] The post Cahuita National Park – 2021 What to know before you go appeared first on Costa Rica Travel Blog and Tips by Locals ..read more

Last Updated: Dec 14th, 2020 Disclaimer: Current travel rules are changing without notice and being updated constantly. We do our best to keep this article up to date. Another blog about Coronavirus Costa Rica! So far, we guess that you probably have heard/read about this virus enough (enough!), however, we have decided to create this post […] The post Coronavirus Costa Rica; Stats & Travel Info (COVID-19) appeared first on Costa Rica Travel Blog and Tips by Locals ..read more

Turrialba Volcano is not the first one to come to your mind when you think to hike a volcano in Costa Rica. The names of Arenal and Irazu Volcano always show up first and are always busy with tourists. However, Turrialba Volcano is the second tallest volcano in the country after Irazu Volcano, and in […] The post Turrialba Volcano National Park: One of the most active volcanoes in Costa Rica! appeared first on Costa Rica Travel Blog and Tips by Locals ..read more

Have you heard about waterfalls in Costa Rica? I am sure you have because it is one of the great ways to discover the country.  If you Google “Waterfalls in Costa Rica,” names like Rio Celeste, Del Toro Waterfall, La Paz Waterfall, etc. will show up. Waterfalls usually aren’t one of the first results when […] The post The Tallest Waterfall near Jaco, Costa Rica appeared first on Costa Rica Travel Blog and Tips by Locals ..read more

Manuel Antonio embodies many of the diverse attributes that visitors hope to see in Costa Rica with this guide you can take as much advantange of your visit to this park. The post 2022 Guide To Visit Manuel Antonio National Park appeared first on Costa Rica Travel Blog and Tips by Locals ..read more

Irazu Volcano is the highest volcano in Costa Rica, but it actually doesn’t take a lot of time or effort to visit. It´s an ideal option for families and elders. Easily accessible and close to the city, it’s one of the favorite destinations for one-day tours that leave from San Jose. It’s also a popular spot […] The post Irazu Volcano National Park: Things to do, see and eat appeared first on Costa Rica Travel Blog and Tips by Locals ..read more

Find the latest info for your Cerro Chirripó permits with SINAC and lodging at Crestones base camp, food with CRC Chirripó. The post How to make reservations for Cerro Chirripó National Park 2023 appeared first on Costa Rica Travel Blog and Tips by Locals ..read more