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Drive from the Guanacaste coast into the steaming slopes of Miravalles for hanging bridges, an easy waterfall hike and a soak in thermal pools lined with volcanic mud. This six-hour geothermal tour mixes light hiking, wildlife viewing and a chance to experience Costa Rica’s volcanic energy firsthand.
Drive from the Guanacaste coast into the steaming slopes of Miravalles for hanging bridges, an easy waterfall hike and a soak in thermal pools lined with volcanic mud. This six-hour geothermal tour mixes light hiking, wildlife viewing and a chance to experience Costa Rica’s volcanic energy firsthand.
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You leave the Pacific beaches behind and climb into the Guanacaste hills, the road opening into wide views of Miravalles’ volcanic cone. Steam plumes puncture the forest canopy like exhalations from the earth; the air smells faintly of sulfur and wet stone. A short tractor or horseback ride carries you toward hanging bridges that sway above a green understory, then an easy trail leads to a clear plunge pool at the waterfall.
easy.
6 hours.
Suitable for travelers who can walk 1–2 miles on uneven terrain and climb short muddy sections; minimal fitness required.
Plan on about six hours total from beach-hotel pickup to return; exact pickup time is confirmed the day prior.
The mud used in this tour is warmed mineral-rich clay provided by the facility and generally safe for topical use; avoid if you have open wounds or sensitive skin and rinse thoroughly in the showers afterward.
Yes—dressing rooms and outdoor showers are provided to rinse off mud and change before the return trip.
Children are allowed but must be accompanied; pregnant travelers and people with serious heart, back, or mobility issues are advised not to participate due to uneven terrain and hot-water exposure.
Miravalles sits atop a volcanic system long used by locals; its steam fields now support the Las Hornillas geothermal plant, one of Costa Rica’s renewable-energy projects.
The area around Miravalles is protected for its tropical vegetation and geological features; visitors are encouraged to stick to paths, pack out waste, and respect wildlife to minimize impact.
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