Visiting Rincon de la Vieja
When planning a vacation to Costa Rica, it is difficult to decide which activities to choose. Do you crave aquatic adventure? Gorgeous nature hikes? Therapeutic relaxation? Wildlife watching? Why not visit Rincon de la Vieja National Park and do them all!
Along with the three other major volcanoes–Santa Maria, Orosi and Miravalles–the active volcano of Rincon de la Vieja is less than an hour from Liberia, capital of Guanacaste. Rincon de la Vieja National Park has adventures for the whole family. You can hike various trails, cruise the Rio Negro, go camping or stay at one of the many haciendas inside the national park. Many of the haciendas offer highly recommended combo tours. These tours, either on foot or horseback, explore the various volcanic formations that make this region so unique. You’ll visit fumaroles, mud pots, hike to the waterfalls and stop for a relaxing soak in one of the several natural volcanic hot springs. It is a favorite amongst tourists, even during the rainy season.