THINGS TO DO IN THE AREA

Irazu Volcano National Park - volcanic crater lake

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Lankaster Botanical Garden - amazing collection of orchids and plants

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Guayabo National Monument - impressive Native American archeology site 

 

Tapanti National Park - large primary forest

 

Prusia Forest - 10 miles of forest trails

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CATIE - investigation center and botanical garden 

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Ujarras Ruins - old church ruins near a lake and streams

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Cartago City - great Saturday markets, famous ruins, basilica. Good day walking

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Aquiares Waterfalls - 25m high waterfall in a coffee farm near Turrialba

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Quetzales National Park - spotting quetzal birds

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Pacuare River - whitewater rafting

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La Marta Wildlife Refuge - primary forest with hiking near town of Pejiballe

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Orosi Valley - great viewpoints, hot springs, fresh rivers, and good food