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Chirripo National Park

San Gerardo de Rivas, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Ranked #1 of 32 attractions in San Jose
Type: Mountains
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Recommend to get booked through www.chirriposa.net as I did. I had only good experinces, stayed in the most beautiful lodges, had the best and freshest food, took hikes in the jungle, swam in rivers, took showers under waterfalls, and hot baths in thermal water while having nonstop encounters of all the animals you dream to see. I will definitly return.

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Madrid, Spain
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

This 2 day hike was definitely a lot more challenging than I thought. BE READY. The lodge is pretty overpriced for what it is- a prison like hostel of sorts with no hot water and the most uncomfortable beds I have ever slept on in my life. The water is FREEZING so I am glad my group brought baby wipes... More

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San Jose, Costa Rica
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

If this is the only chance you will get to do this amazing hike consider which route you want to take. The traditional route begins in San Gerardo de Rivas and takes you through a steep 14.5 kilometer hike. The route itself is pretty much a mental and physical challenge but all hardship is rewarded once you get to the... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2013

Beautiful hiking in this area, off the tourist path, and just incredible. LOVED it and so glad we ventured inland.

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San José Costa Rica
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013

There are so many great things about the Chirripó, the views, the landscape, the diversity of flora and the fauna throught the whole journey. I recommend you to prepare a little bit before you go the Chirripó because the distance is 25 Km (since the entrance to the Chirripó peak) and in that travel you go from 1350 msnm to... More

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Playas del Coco, Costa Rica
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2013

Did the 4 day trek to the peak, very challenging. Not for beginners. Our guide Radolfo was awesome, he cooked great food with the tools he had and was very patient. Good Luck!!!!

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Dominical
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 January 2013

twice, I did the Chirripo with a friend really, it was cool and cold, the trails are in a very good conditions 8 hours to the base then 3 hours to the top, second time, I had the opportunity of participate in the race that is a challenge for people like extreme sport and activities, really hard!! 6 hrs 34... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

You need to walk several hours, but nature is impressive. HIghest location in the country! You can see both oceans at the same time!

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San Jose, Costa Rica
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 January 2013

Chirripó is the higest peak in Costa Rica, which isn´t saying much compared to Perú, but the park is very well maintained and the trail takes you through a relatively easy hike through various lanscapes and ecosystems. There was a large forest fire a few years back, so some areas are still in recovery. You have to reserve in advance... More

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Jaco, Costa Rica
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2013

A group of friends visited this natural monument. We climbed for about 10 hours and got there tired but happy. It was very cold for a person who lives in Playa Jaco, but it was rewording any minite of it. Took great pics!

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