Caving tour ( stalactites-stalagmites) & hiking at national park

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2 to 3 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 5 more

Located in the province of Guanacaste. The geological significance of spelology, is the existence of underground caverns that have required about 60 million years to form, consisting of coral sand.

We walk a distance of about 2 miles round trip on the tropical dry forest lasting approximately 1 and a half hour.
We descent downstairs latter around 17 meters with arness equipment hold in a safety line. We spot the formation of stalagmites and stalactites under the caves. We send there around 30 minutes there.

We have a CAVE for kids only and must to be supervise by an adult.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
***MINIMUM KIDS AGE TO DO THIS TOUR ARE 4 YEARS OLD**

The vegetation is mainly deciduous and sometimes we can spot wildlife species such as capuchin monkeys, howler monkeys deers as well some birds.

In the upper part of the National Park, about 400 meters high there is a panoramic view of the river Tempisque lowlands, and the Gulf of Nicoya and some of its islands.

What's Included

Private transportation
Helmet and arnes equipment
AT LEAST 4 PERSONS ADULTS TO OPERATE THIS TOUR
Bottled water
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Alcoholic Beverages
Soda/Pop

Meeting and pickup

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

I pick up clients near this hotels, condominiums or villas. Please send to me Google maps location and name of the place are you staying .

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End point
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Itinerary

Duration: 2 to 3 hours (approximately)
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    The geological significance of spelology is the underground caverns that have required about 60 million years to form, consisting of coral sand. In the upper part of the National Park, about 400 meters high there is a panoramic view of the river Tempisque lowlands, and the Gulf of Nicoya and some of its islands. Terciopelo Cave: Formation as much as the body, because it emits different tones when struck gently walls, has a total depth of 62 meters. The descent into the cave is about 45 minutes to 1 hour maximum and is done with special equipment for caving. Access is made with a initial vertical descent of 17 meters. And then continue all the way down an inclined plane 35 ° to the east. Other decorations are Amazing “lions” head and Curtains” Cuevita Cave: This cave is only for children between 4 years to 12 years old. The deep of this one is around 2 meters, you could see great formations of the stalagmites and stalactites on a beaty wall.

    Admission ticket included

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
  • This tour IS NOT recommended for people with claustrophobia
Supplied by Guanacaste Adventure & Travel

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Historical Tours
Attractions & Museums
Natural Attractions
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Cancellation Policy

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