Chirripó Reviews - Attraction in Río Blanco

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National Park, Nature Reserve in Río Blanco, Costa Rica

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anja78

Globetrotter Feb 12, 2008

Basecamp for Mount Chirripó 4 stars

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Travel Tip: Chirripó
Part of Topic Highlights of Costa Rica

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

If you're planning to climb Mount Chirripó, your are well-advised to base yourself in one of the small family-run guesthouses on the base of the mountain. Let the owners know that you're planning to leave early in the morning and they are very likely get up with you and prepare breakfast. When I... [more]

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anja78

Globetrotter Feb 12, 2008

Hostel high up on the mountain 5 stars

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Travel Tip: Chirripó
Part of Topic Highlights of Costa Rica

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

The hostel on mount Chirripó is located about four kilometers from the actual summit. This means, that you can do the rest of the trip up the mountain without luggage, which is a huge help! The hostel itself is a rugged lodge with dorm beds that sleeps up to 60 people. It small, cozy rooms, has... [more]

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anja78

Globetrotter Feb 12, 2008

Costa Rica's hightest mountain 5 stars

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Travel Tip: Chirripó
Part of Topic Highlights of Costa Rica

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Climbing the Cerro Chirripó, with 3,819 meters the highest mountain in Costa Rica, was one of hardest and most rewarding experiences in my life. If the weather is good, you can see both the Pacific Ocean and the caribbean from the top. The 16 km ascent is not particularly hard, but I found it... [more]

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