Costa Rica Waterfalls

In recent years traveling has become a special passion for people and every year millions are seen to visit Costa Rica. This can easily be touted as a tourist spot that has suddenly gained popularity. Whether it is hiking through unknown jungles, visiting private coves or hiking to extreme waterfalls, Costa Rica offers its visitors a host of activities to engage themselves in. Despite being one of the most visited places worldwide, Costa Rica is still to an extent undiscovered and the greatest discoveries that maybe made there are perhaps of the many waterfalls. These comprise the greatest attractions in the place. There are mainly five waterfalls that attract numerous visitors and each of them has its own story and personality. These five are La Paz Waterfall, La Fortuna Waterfall, San Luis Waterfall, the Waterfall of Los Chorros and the Waterfall of Montezuma. Some of these witness massive numbers of people pouring in while others are going to remain known only locally for a little longer.

Located in the central part of Costa Rica, La Paz Waterfall has a fall of over 100 feet. It originates from the River La Paz and is located in the La Paz Waterfall Garden that offers a natural habitat for various species of birds and butterflies. The Poas Volcano is located nearby and this area offers one the best attractions in Costa Rica. This is one place where visitors will not get a chance to complain of boredom for there are numerous gift shops around and an array of “combo” tours are enough to keep your mind off your usual tedious routine. The entry fee for adults is $75 and for children it is $60.

Next in line is the La Fortuna Waterfall which is as spectacular as the previous one. Located just behind the quaint village of La Fortuna with the Arenal Volcano being one of its neighbors, La Fortuna Waterfall is the perfect place in Costa Rica where you could have a quiet swim or even go to the bottom of the waterfall by a staircase specially built for visitors. All you need to take are good shoes, sturdy swimwear and a waterproof camera to enjoy the trip entirely. $6 is enough to take care of all the expenses.

If adventure is what you crave for, then the San Luis Waterfall is a ‘must do’ visit for you. Located near Montverde amidst a forest, San Luis Waterfall is one of the most secluded waterfalls in Costa Rica. The area is huge and any trip will take at least 6 hours to reach completion, with most of them giving visitors the opportunity to ride on horseback along the river. A swim can be a good idea for people who can get acclimatized to cold because the water literally sends chills down the spine!

A waterfall that can literally drive you down memory lane to all the rides you took is the waterfall at Los Chorros which widely known for its power and turbulence. With a fall of over 180 feet, this waterfall has the capacity to drench you completely and rob you of your belongings at one go! Several tour operators function around the place and they conduct repelling tours. These can be tremendous fun but to ensure safety it is suggested that you stay in touch with the personnel.

The most famous in the Nicoya Peninsula are the waterfalls of Montezuma that provide trippers with a sense of serenity, being located high above the hills in the town. There are three consecutive waterfalls and the final one has a rope swing and a pool where swimmers can take a dip. If you want to reach the waterfalls without facing much hassle then it is best done by visiting Montezuma Butterfly Garden first. The waterfall is a 10 minute walk from here.