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

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