One of our favorite spots in Costa Rica, we began and ended our stay with hikes in this park. Make sure to hike trails on both sides of the freeway.
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One of our favorite spots in Costa Rica, we began and ended our stay with hikes in this park. Make sure to hike trails on both sides of the freeway.
We took a bus journey from San Jose to our meeting point for the boat trip to our lodge in Tortuguero, and there was so much to see all the way along on the bus.
This park is a hidden gem. They have just a few short walks to take, but it is was so nice to be away from the crowds! If you are planning or wanting a long walk, this is not the place to go. Finding the...More
Very nice flora and fauna but close to the highway so very few birds, in fact we did not see a single bird. Nice walking trails that take about an hour. Trails are on both side of the road with one trail over looking the...More
We crossed Braulio Carrillo on a coach, directed to Tortuguero from SJO, and even seen from a bus window it was still one of my favourites!
Having experienced rainforest in other regions - this is no match, but okay if you are looking for a really easy accessible experience close to San José. We accessed via route 32, note that entrance is not well marked so keep eyes open, paths on...More
Easy to find a short walk from the main street. A quiet place for relaxing. Sculpture exhibition was interesting.
Really enjoyed the zip lining tour in this park. Also got to see a three toed sloth! Lots of activities here.
We took the gondola through the tree tops and forest floor - Amazing views of animals and birds. Tapirs walked through the parking lot and were an unexpected treat. I wish we had had more time for the trails but our tour just gave us...More
Braulio Carrillo is spectacular. Pure jungle with the most amazing flora and fauna on Earth. It's a must in Costa Rica.