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The Rincon de la Vieja volcano is also a bird-watching mecca. Although best known for its hot springs and activities such as canyoning, horseback riding and canopy tours, the presence of birds on site is very important. Ornithologists at Rincon de la Vieja Many of the books written by ornithologists date back some twenty years,…

Costa Rica is renowned for its exceptional biodiversity and breathtaking natural landscapes. Among the natural treasures of this Central American country is the Rio Celeste, a spectacularly beautiful river that attracts travelers from all over the world. Nestled in Volcan Tenorio National Park, the Rio Celeste is a must-see destination for nature lovers, hikers and…

Located in the north of Costa Rica, Rincon de la Vieja National Park stretches some 25 km northeast of the town of Liberia, capital of Guanacaste province. Its 14,000 hectares are made up of 9 active craters, where you can enjoy exceptional views of Lake Nicaragua (to the north), the Pacific (to the west) and…

Certainly, guidebooks and websites speak of the Fortuna region with the volcano and its thermal waters as the only point of interest. However, it offers a multitude of facets, all very attractive, and even if the master of the place – the Arenal volcano – has not been very active in recent months, you can…

Our recommendations for kitesurfing in Costa Rica continue! Another interesting kitesurfing spot: Lake Arenal Lake Arenal, particularly the northernmost end of the lake, is a well-known spot for wind sports. Rated among the best windsurfing lakes in the world, Lake Arenal offers some of the most intense wind sessions in the world. This makes it…

The geological origins of the Poás volcano The Poás volcano, located in Costa Rica, 1:30 from the capital San José, is one of the most active and studied volcanoes in Costa Rica. Its complex geological history is marked by a series of eruptions, crater formations and geothermal phenomena. Tectonic context Tectonic plate Costa Rica lies…

Located in the central volcanic cordillera, 31 km north of the town of Cartago, it takes 45 minutes to reach the entrance to Irazu Volcano Park. The crater is nearby, and access is very easy. The original Indian name, Iztarú, means “noisy mountain” or “tremor”. Over the years, oral transmission has changed it to Irazú….

Details of the reopening of Turrialba Volcano National Park are still being worked out, but it’s only a matter of time! Finally! Turrialba Volcano National Park is set to reopen to the public after 8 years of closure due to intense volcanic activity. Its reopening is also intended to boost the region’s and the country’s…

The Arenal volcano is a young stratovolcano, having erupted for the first time 7,000 years ago, making it the youngest volcano in Costa Rica. It is one of Costa Rica’s 116 volcanoes, five of which are active: Arenal, Irazu, Poas, Rincon de la Vieja and Turrialba. Discovering the Arenal Volcano On July 29, 1968, after…