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

Liberia · Guanacaste & the Gold Coast

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

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About this experience

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.

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Getting there

Hotel pickup in Tamarindo

Picks up at 87 listed locations, including:

  • Tamarindo Inn
  • Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique
  • Hotel Casa Carlota
  • The Beach Bungalows
  • Coco Beach Hotel
  • Tamarindo Beach Resort
  • +81 more

Pickup details are confirmed with the operator during booking.

Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.

Where

Guanacaste Adventure & Travel

What you'll do

  1. 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, 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: 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 Kids require a valid passport to check age. Print a copy or picture at mobile works.

    Admission included

What's included

Included

  • Private transportation
  • Helmet and arnes equipment
  • WiFi on board
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
2 more included
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • AT LEAST 4 PERSONS ADULTS TO OPERATE THIS TOUR

Not included

  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Soda/Pop

Good to know

  • Moderate fitness needed

Guided in en, es.

  • 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
1 more notes
  • This tour IS NOT recommended for people with claustrophobia

Cancellation

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

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