Half-Day Hiking in Pico Blanco Itzkatzú Trail

5.0
(21 reviews)

6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

This hike is ideal for those adventurers who are in downtown and want to get to know some of most famous San José mountains.

These mountains belong to the Protective Zone of Escazú and are part of the Cordillera de Talamanca. The best known hills are:

• Monkey Trail Hill 2,428 m.a.s.l.
• Cedral Hill 2,420 m.a.s.l.
• Pico Alto Hill 2,353 m.a.s.l.
• The most famous Pico Blanco 2,271 m.a.s.l. Its name refers to its rockier side which can be seen from miles away.

Come join me to hike these unknown but spectacular hillsides!

Join me on these spectacular hikes off the beaten path!

Distance: 5 - 7 km approx. (A shorter or longer distance can be arranged if previously requested, as long as it is within the same time schedule)
Duration: 4 - 5 hours
Difficulty: Medium / High
Departure: 8:00 a.m.
Note: The terrain on this hike features dirt roads, mountain trails through rain forest paths

What's Included

Hotel pick up & drop off
Bottled water
Lunch
Snacks
Guide/Expert from the area
Coffee and/or Tea
Trekking poles
Travel insurance
Tips

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pick-up & drop-off service included for downtown areas such as: Paseo Colon, Sabana, Pavas, Rohrmoser, Escazú, Santa Ana & Lindora. Please send us your hotel address at the time of the booking to coordinate your transportation. Additional costs apply to areas outside of downtown.

What to expect

Itinerary:

7 a.m.:
Our guide will pick you up from your hotel or meeting point.

8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.:
You will start the hike to Pico Blanco, take your first views of the beautiful San Jose mountains. During the hike, you will have some snacks and be reaching the highest point about 2,271 m.a.s.l. Rest your feet and body at the hilltop. Then you will continue our hike downhill.

1:00 p.m.:
You will return to the starting point and finish your walk. After the hike you will have a lunch on a typical restaurant in the beautiful town of San Antonio.

2: 00 p.m.:
Our guide will drop you off back at you hotel or meeting point.

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Tags

Hiking Tours
Extreme Sports
Excellent Quality
DSA non-compliant

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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