Parque Nacional Barra Honda

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• Anonymous

  16 April 2018

  This was one of many highlights of my costs Rica adventure.
  I'll start by saying the hike was not a short one. It wasn't super tough. But it was super hot and much further than we were told.
  Bring lots of water for this hike. I ran out and there wasn't any along the way.
  Once you arrive you'll see there are lots of people standing around who once got there decided there's no way they were going in lol.
  You look into the hole and soon realize there about 12x24 foot ladders tied together yes tied together you have to climb down to reach the bottom.
  The ladders are tied all the same way so you feel as though you are going to fall off.
  I'm in shape and I'll tell you my arms were burning by the time I made it down.
  I was completed spent trying to climb out.
  You are given a helmet with a head lamp.
  You are harnessed and tied in. But the descent is sketchy at best.
  Once you're down it's well worth it. Stalagtites etc.
  Now there are little tunnels You can work your way through.
  Now half way through the tunnels there is a tiny space you have to slip through in order to keep going.
  20% of the people couldn't squeeze through the hole to continue. So they headed back out.
  It's not about your height it's about your girth.
  I'm 6 foot 5 and made it. I'm skinny and was still a tight fit.
  Be prepared to get dirty.

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• Anonymous

  01 April 2018

  Amazing! Great caves and nice guides

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• Anonymous

  25 February 2018

  Great trails with very few visitors. Rugged roads so you will need an SUV to get beyond the ranger station.

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• Anonymous

  08 February 2018

  You will need to rent a car to get here. Depending on the weather you might not be able to get very far into the park after you check in. It is a bit of a walk up hill to get to the caves but it is completely worth it. If you have never been in a cave this is a very good beginners came. Lots to see in terms of various structures. It is a pretty steep and long metal ladder climb but it is amazing!

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• Anonymous

  28 January 2018

  The adventure is not worth the ordeal.

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• Anonymous

  12 January 2018

  An amazing National Park in pristine condition. Lots of beautiful caves to see with amazing formations that you won't see anywhere else.

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• Anonymous

  30 December 2017

  The park is best known for the caves. It has 42 caves that go to 200 meters underground. People can only visit one. For nore information, you should visit the park and talk to the friendly guides.

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• Anonymous

  26 July 2017

  Most exciting place to enjoy and learn about caves, local guides are friendly and have
  very good knowledge of the place

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• Anonymous

  20 March 2017

  Absolutely beautiful park! So happy we had such a great experience. The staff is incredibly helpful.

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• Anonymous

  04 November 2016

  Very nice park. Backpacked. Monkeys stole some of our gear. Many of the caves in this area are unexplored. Make sure you have a local guide and experience if you are going spelunking. Permits required.

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• Anonymous

  31 May 2016

  Fresh air, natural beauties, bright sun, animals to see, great walk, but don't forget your bottle of water, sun protection, extra clothes and I hope you don't mind the heights

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• Anonymous

  28 April 2016

  Extreme sports for old people. Our guide Joe, was awesome. This is fun; but the cave is scary and slippery. Lots of fun. Be sure to tell them if you are over 50. Very hot down there. The hike is tiring; but the scenery is great. Everyone is extremely friendly. I am 55. I was a little nervous in the cave. I finally just sat on my rear end and scooted at the end. Not for the faint of heart or for people with claustraphobia; breathing issues, or balance issues.

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• Anonymous

  15 December 2015

  A must see place

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