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Costa Rica travel blog: waterfalls, rainforest and local tips

Practical guides written by our local team in Venecia de San Carlos: how to plan waterfall hikes, what to pack, when to go and how to combine tours in the Northern Zone.

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Quebrada Gata waterfall at the end of the canyon hike

The waterfalls of Bajos del Toro: which one to choose

Blue Falls, Catarata del Toro, Quebrada Gata and Vuelta del Cañón compared by difficulty, time and views.

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Blue Falls waterfall hike in Bajos del Toro

What to pack for a waterfall hike in Costa Rica

Shoes, clothes, rain gear and small details that make a long, muddy hike far more comfortable.

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Hanging bridge over the Sarapiquí rainforest canopy

Sarapiquí in one day: bridges, river and chocolate

How to combine the hanging bridges, the river safari and a chocolate tour without rushing.

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Poás Volcano crater on a day trip from San Carlos

Visiting Poás Volcano: SINAC tickets explained

How to book your entry time, what to bring and how to give yourself the best chance of a clear crater.

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Canyoning rappel down a waterfall in Costa Rica

Canyoning for beginners: what to expect

Rappels, gear, fitness and safety: everything to know before your first descent in Gata Media.

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Catarata del Toro falling into a volcanic crater

Rainy season in Costa Rica’s Northern Zone

Why the green season is a great time for waterfalls, and how to plan your days around the rain.

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