Miravalles Volcano Combo Tour

This tour begins with a one-hour drive through the Guanacaste mountain range. During this portion, you’ll be privileged with excellent views of the dormant Miravalles Volcano. Although the volcano hasn’t experienced significant eruptions in some time, it continues to expel gas and geysers near its base— emanations which are used by the government to produce geothermal energy.

Miravalles Volcano Combo Tour Details

The bus stops at Las Hornillas, a site that’s at the foot of the volcano and close to many of these geysers. Here, you’ll be either ride on horseback or be towed in a horse-drawn carriage to a nearby forest. You’ll hike for 40 minutes through a biologically diverse forest and visit some scenic waterfalls. 

Following the hike, you’ll be treated to a soak in local hot springs. Let your muscles relax as you take in views of nature or get covered with volcanic mud. The trip finishes with delicious lunch before returning to your hotel. 

What to Bring: Swimming suit, rain poncho, hiking/running shoes, sandals, change of clothing, binoculars, camera, sunscreen, insect repellent, and hat

What this Tour Includes Lunch, water, guide, transportation, and entrance fees to the park and hot springs.




About Tenorio Volcano and Miravalles Protected Zone

Highway 6 bisects two volcanic national parks-Tenorio Volcano National Park (Volcan Tenorio) to the east and Miravalles Volcano (Volcan Miravalles) to the west-en route to Bijagua. The rugged volcanic landscape is also home to a vibrant dry tropical forest surrounding the lava monuments at their base.


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