Volcano Hike Waterfall and Hot Springs
From $165 per adult · 9 hours · Departs 7:30 AM · Moderate
The Complete Rincón de la Vieja Day.
This is our full volcano day, the one that ends in thermal water.
We hike the Las Pailas trail inside Rincón de la Vieja National Park: 3.2 km (2 miles) through dry and wet tropical forest, past the volcano’s secondary activity such as steaming fumaroles, bubbling mud pots and an acidic lake.
Next is Oropéndola Waterfall, set in a gorge along the Río Blanco. It drops 25 metres (82 ft) into a turquoise pool, with shallow areas for wading and deeper ones for swimming.
The day finishes at the hot springs. Coat yourself in hot volcanic mud, let it dry, rinse in the cold river, then slip back into the mineral-rich thermal pools. Buffet lunch is included.
The picturesque Oropendola Waterfall will most likely make your jaw drop. Set in a gorge along the Río Blanco River, the waterfall bisects a craggy rock wall and tumbles for 82 feet before crashing into a most inviting turquoise pool. Swims here are refreshing and heavenly; sunrays drench the water with warmth and light, there are shallow areas that are perfect for wading, and the entire place feels secluded. Part of the fun of visiting this waterfall is descending into the gorge on the footbridge that crosses the river.
Rich in minerals, these thermal waters of Guanacaste have rejuvenating and therapeutic properties that have been appreciated for centuries by people around the world.
For a rejuvenating treatment on your body, you can use the hot volcanic mud, which works just like a spa body masque. When the mud dries, you can wash it in the cold waters of the river before entering the thermal water pools again.
- Private tourist transportation.
- Certified Tour guide.
- Fee to the Rincon de la Vieja National Park (Pailas trail)
- Fee to The waterfall and Hot Springs.
- Buffet Lunch.
- Confortable closed toe shoes for the hike.
- Sandals or water shoes for the waterfall.
- Bathing Suit.
- Waterproof mobile case.
- Towel.
- Sunscreen.
- Bug spray.
From Liberia: it’s 50 mn.
From: El Coco, Ocotal, Hermosa beach, Panamá beach, Papagayo Peninsula resorts such as: Four Seasons, Planet Hollywood, RIU, Secrets and Occidental Papagayo: it’s 1 hour and 15 min away.
From: Flamingo, Conchal, Brasilito, Potrero it is 1 hour and 45 min away.
From Tamarindo: it is 2 hours away.
From Jw Marriot: it is 2 hours and 15 min away.
All tours give you private transportation. Offering you a customized experience. Upon request you have an option to stop along the way.
This allows you to enjoy the day at your own pace.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How much is the tour?
$165 per adult, $155 per child (ages 10 and under).
What is the length of the tour?
About 9 hours, from 7:30 am to approximately 4:30 pm. Runs every day except Mondays.
How far is it from my hotel?
Travel time depends on where you are staying. As a general guide from Liberia: around 1 hour to hotels in Liberia itself, 1 hour 15 minutes to the Papagayo area (El Coco, Ocotal, Playa Hermosa), 1 hour 45 minutes to Flamingo, Conchal and Brasilito, and about 2 hours to Tamarindo. We confirm your exact pickup time when you book.
What is the difficulty level?
Moderate. The Las Pailas trail is 3.2 km (2 miles) through dry and wet tropical forest, with some uneven terrain near the volcanic activity.
Is lunch included?
Yes, a buffet lunch is included.
What is the minimum age for the tour?
5 years old.
What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 5 days before your tour for a full refund. Cancellations made 3 to 4 days before receive a 50% refund. Cancellations made less than 3 days before the tour are non-refundable.
