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San Jose De La MontañaEntrance to Braulio Carrillo National Park – Volcán Barva Sector
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San Jose De La MontañaEntrance to Braulio Carrillo National Park – Volcán Barva Sector
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Entrance to Braulio Carrillo National Park – Volcán Barva Sector
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Esteban
May 26, 2025
Hiking
Tickets can be purchased through the SINAC website. You must present an ID (cédula for Costa Ricans); otherwise, you will not be allowed to enter the park. Pets are not allowed. Bike parking is available. Park staff are extremely friendly and helpful. You can leave your vehicle in a parking lot 2 km before the entrance for ¢3,000 for the entire day, and then walk from there. You can reach the park by all-wheel drive vehicle or mountain bike.
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•Felipe🇨🇷
July 31, 2025
Mountain biking
Volcan Barva:
Volcán Barva, nestled within Braulio Carrillo National Park, offers a captivating escape into Costa Rica's cloud forest. Hike diverse trails leading to pristine crater lakes and panoramic viewpoints. Discover an incredible array of wildlife, from quetzals to monkeys. It's an ideal destination for nature lovers seeking tranquility and stunning natural beauty, just a short drive from San José.
Volcán Barva, nestled within Braulio Carrillo National Park, offers a captivating escape into Costa Rica's cloud forest. Hike diverse trails leading to pristine crater lakes and panoramic viewpoints. Discover an incredible array of wildlife, from quetzals to monkeys. It's an ideal destination for nature lovers seeking tranquility and stunning natural beauty, just a short drive from San José.
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