Rio Celeste Hike, Tenorio National Park

The Rio Celeste is located in the Volcano Tenorio National Park. Situated in the north of Costa Rica between Alajuela and Guanacaste provinces, it forms part of the communities of Upala, Guatuso, Cañas, and Tilarán. This 17,000-hectare preserve, with an altitude of 1916 mts. (6984ft), average precipitation of 6000-8000 mm, and a temperature between 19-28 C is part of the premontano rainforest.

The tour leaves La Fortuna at 6:00 a.m. One of the most interesting adventures of the flora, fauna, and natural wonders of the region. Breakfast will be offered along the way in the village of Guatuso and in the park we will hike the trail for approximately 4 hours where we will travel over 7 km. During the walk, we will visit places such as the Lagoon of the Río Celeste, a perfect place for taking excellent photographs. Continuing the trek, we will visit our own place, where two pristine brooks meet forming the perfect chemistry delighting us with the heavenly color that gives
the river its name.

Additionally, there are thermal waters from Volcano Tenorio where we will have well-needed refreshment while we take a warm and soothing thermal bath. Continuing our journey on rugged trails through the mountains, we penetrate deeper into the jungle until we reach some volcanic fumaroles, ejecting steam and high temperature gases.

To finish our difficult but interesting hike, we stop at the splendid waterfall of the Río Celeste, known not for it size, but for its purity and turquoise color. After a difficult ascent we return to the park entrance, where is waiting for us a delicious lunch accompanied by refreshing drinks.

Departure from your hotel 6:00 a.m., Return to your hotel 5:00 p.m.

You need walking (hiking) shoes, comfortable clothes, a change of clothes, bathing suit, camera, towel, insect repellent and a hat.

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