Volcán Poás (2697) is an active volcano with one of the biggest craters in the world! It has a diameter of 1,3 kilometres and a depth of 300 meters. Within the crater, there is a lake with a diameter of 400 meters and a depth of 14 meters. Volcán Poás is part of the Cordillera Volcánica Central, a volcanic mountain range that stretches over 80 kilometres through Central Costa Rica. Other volcanos like the Volcán Barba, Volcán Irazú and Volcán Turrialba are also part of this ‘

Just a 15-minute bus ride from the center of Grecia, Sarchí is best known for its traditional handcrafted oxcarts (carretas) and colorful artisan workshops. But there is more to Sarchí than its famous carretas. The Else Kientzler Botanical Garden, the town's distinctive church, local handicrafts and beautiful mountain views make Sarchí a worthwhile day trip from Grecia. In this guide, we share some of the best things to see and do in Sarchí Costa Rica, including how to get th

Los Chorros waterfalls are a must visit when you stay with us in Grecia! This place, where two waterfalls of about 50 meters high tumble down, guarantees a great adventure in nature. Important notes: Please leave your valuables (passport, credit / debit cards) at the hostel, don't bring big amounts of money and don't go alone. Unfortunately, we know about cases that people got robbed at Los Chorros. At the entry of Los Chorros Waterfalls, you'll see a sign that says that the

If you are looking for something fun to do with children near Grecia, Dinoland in Bajos del Toro is a great option. It is about a 50-minute drive from Mangífera Hostel, and drive itself is already part of the adventure. Leaving Grecia behind, the landscape gradually changes from the city and surrounding towns to tropical farmland, green hills and mountain scenery. By the time you reach Bajos del Toro, you are surrounded by a completely different side of Costa Rica. And then,

We normally have mixed feelings about zoos, because we believe it is much nicer to see wildlife where it belongs: in the wild. However, our experience at Zoo Ave in Costa Rica was different. Zoo Ave is an animal rescue and rehabilitation center where visitors can see a variety of Costa Rican wildlife. The animals that are on display are there because they cannot be returned to the wild, for example because of permanent injuries, or because they are undergoing rehabilitation w

Volcán Miravalles is an inactive volcano located in northwestern Costa Rica. However, volcanic activity is still visible in the surrounding area. At Las Hornillas, you can experience a fascinating volcanic landscape with steaming ground, colorful rock formations and bubbling volcanic mud. If you are traveling through the region, Las Hornillas is an interesting place to experience some of Costa Rica's volcanic activity up close. How to Get to Las Hornillas If you're traveling

Something every traveller is searching for in Costa Rica: FREE and fun waterfalls! Cataratas las Minas del Aguacate is a fabulous, hidden...