Central Valley & Adjacent Highlands - Braulio Carrillo National Park

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Braulio Carrillo National Park Description

(Local Name: Parque Nacional Braulio Carrillo) Established in 1978, the Braulio Carillo National Park covers 32,389ha/80,000ac of virgin forest. Many different habitats exist in the park due to the variety in elevation, which ranges from the top of the Barva Volcano (2,906m/ 9,533ft) to less than 50m/164ft in the Caribbean lowlands.

The terrain features rugged mountains, waterfalls, canyons, dormant volcanoes and montane rainforest. There are various hiking trails, including a few that reach the summit of the long extinct Barva Volcano.

Many species of plants are found in the park including several varieties of orchids, palms, mosses and ferns. The huge leaves of the distinct Gunnera plant can

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Hobbies & Activities category: Climbing activity; Waterfall, cascades; Hiking opportunity; Natural area; National park; Volcanoes, hot springs, geysers, mud pots; Wildlife area, bird sanctuary

Cost

Adult

6.00

All values are in local currency.

Tips

There is no fee to simply drive through the park.
This area is known to be somewhat dangerous.

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