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Cathedral Waterfalls and Hot Springs Adventure
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The Experience
What your day looks like
The 1-Day tour, Cathedral Waterfalls Adventure takes place inside a lush rainforest, at the only location in Guanacaste with a rain forest, blue rivers, natural hot springs and views of the smoking crater - on the north side of Rincon de la Vieja national park. We'll be hiking in the rain forest to arrive at an indescribably beautiful blue river waterfall that combines the powerful sounds of wind and water, producing a wondrous, mystical, natural display. In the dry season, swimming can be possible. Following the adventure, a delicious lunch will be served at Blue River Resort & Hot Springs. Afterward, will be time to partake in several more relaxing activities. Soak in three natural hot spring pools and swim in two natural pools with the bullet water slide; treat your skin to a natural mud bath and sauna; stroll the rainforest botanical gardens that include a hummingbird sanctuary, fish and turtle ponds and more; see the butterfly gardens. Keep a lookout for the many colorful birds, the monkeys, and our resident sloth! Your Cathedral Waterfalls Adventure includes transportation from your Guanacaste hotel, but if you are staying further away, prices may be subject to change. The tour includes a welcome cocktail and lunch. Getting here is part of the experience, as geography transforms from dry hot Savannah to a cool lush rain forest jungle and to where locals a simpler life is lived, often on horseback. On your return, we'll do our best to get you back in time for dinner, full of many special memories.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- An adventure in a breathtaking rainforest
- Feeling, hearing & seeing the magical blue river waterchamber called Cathedral Waterfalls
- Soaking in 3 natural hot springs pools and swimming in 2 freshwater pools
- Mud bathing & natural sauna
- Meandering botanical gardens, butterfly gardens, and much more
Detailed Itinerary
The journey, in full
8:20 am: Pick-up (requires exact location and contact information to confirm the tour, pick-up time, and exact location) 10:00 am Arrival and welcome cocktail. Change clothing to prepare for the first adventure. 10:30 am: Depart for a short drive to the private, Blue River Park to enjoy an out-of-this-world river, the Rio Pénjamo, which possesses incomparable beauty. Hike along trails bordering the blue volcanic site. You'll be amazed by the grand river and the tropical rainforest. Then follow 4 different waterfalls and a natural water slide and make your way to the source of the blue water. 12:30 pm: Return and enjoy a delightful lunch à la carte chosen from a special menu for our clients. 1:30 pm: After lunch, is time to independently enjoy a variety of activities that include the rain forest botanical gardens with approximately 700 plant varietals, heliconias, fruit-bearing trees, timber-yielding trees, orchids, hummingbird garden, tropical fish ponds. The butterfly garden with nearly 15 species. Take a natural mud bath and sauna. Soak and play in 3 natural minerals “green” hot springs pools and two natural pools with a water slide. Play with miniature donkeys and horses. And there is more. 4:00 pm: Return and arrive in time for dinner.
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Liberia
Hiking at El Santuario.
Continued
Liberia
Eco Tour.
Continued
Liberia
Swimming.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Transportation
What to Bring
Comfortable clothing Insect repellent Water shoes Long sleeve shirt Bathing suit Sunscreen, (depending on weather conditions a rain jacket) Extra clothing
Meeting & Pickup
Be picked-up & dropped-off at your hotel, from Liberia and the Guancaste beaches like Grand Papagayo or in Coco beach. Location must be confirmed directly between client and tour operator. Zone 1 - INCLUDED Pickup around Four Seasons, Planet Hollywood, Grand Papagayo, Secrets, Hermosa and Coco hotels, Riu Guanacaste y Riu Palace. Zone 2 - EXTRA ADD-ON CHARGE Pickup at or around Tamarindo Hotels, Flamingo and Potrero hotels and Westin Playa Conchal. Pick-up area: Tamarindo, Pinilla or Conchal. Zone 3 - EXTRA ADD-ON CHARGE Pickup at or around Dreams Las Mareas If selecting option without transportation, meeting location will be at Blue River Resort & Hot Springs
Languages Offered
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Optional Add-ons
Zone 2 Transportation - Tamarindo, Flamingo, Potrero, and Westin - 50.85 Per Person | Zone 3 Transportation - Samara, Nosara, Dreams Las Mareas - 101.70 Per Person
Before Booking
Please let us know your hotel or pick-up destination.
Planning Notes
Minimum age: 10 Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Manual By Business
Traveler Impressions
What travelers are saying
2022-01-04
5.00 / 5
This was our favorite day in Costa Rica!! However, please be aware that in the pictures, it looks like you will cross the river by bridge. In fact, you will be climbing down slippery rocks and holding onto a rope while getting into the water to cross. You will get wet! We loved it!! But, if you are not able to climb or swim in rapids, this may not be the tour for you. The food was excellent and our guides were very friendly.
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