Irazu Volcano
Description:
Estimated Departure from San José: 6:30 a.m.
Estimated Return to San José: 12 noon.
The Irazu Volcano (Volcán Irazú) is situated in the Cordillera Central just a few kilometers from Cartago, and it is a relatively short and pleasant drive from the Capital city of San Jose.
The trip begins by ascending the breathtaking summit of the Irazu Volcano, passing all types and forms of vegetation, from coffee plantations, to ferns, depending on the elevation.
The trip leads up to a spectacular view of the massive crater which is home to a lagoon with a mystical green hue surrounded by jagged rocks.
It should be mentioned, that on a clear day you can actually see both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans!
After an exciting tour of the volcano, we will descend to the historical city of Cartago. Here will visit the mysterious ruins of the old Parish and take in the beautiful Basilica of our Virgin of Los Angeles (Virgen de Los Angeles) with rich displays of carvings, statues and other art.
TOUR INCLUDES:
– Transportation
– Bilingual guide (English/Spanish)
– Entrance fee to Irazú Volcano National Park
RECOMMENDATIONS
– Sweater
– Camera
– Binoculars
– Comfortable shoes
A Look Inside our tours
As you might expect from a country with such beautiful beaches and lush rainforests, the wildlife in Costa Rica is truly next level.
From the majestic jaguar to sloths, anteaters, macaws, and butterflies, Costa Rica is home to a truly incredible amount of wildlife. In fact, it has over 500,000 species, which means that roughly 4% of the world’s species can be found in this small Central American country!
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